Free Free to Play Games on Steam
Steam currently has 24,923 Free to Play games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best free games ranked by popularity and ratings. Data for this list is calculated from reviews and player counts reported directly by Steam and will be updated in real-time. Free Free to Play game rankings were last updated on 5/7/2026.
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1. Dota 2
Every day, millions of players worldwide enter battle as one of over a hundred Dota heroes. And no matter if it's their 10th hour of play or 1,000th, there's always something new to discover. With regular updates that ensure a constant evolution of gameplay, features, and heroes, Dota 2 has taken on a life of its own.
Dota 2 holds the #1 spot for "best free Free to Play game on Steam" with a Player Score of 81. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,705,148 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,187,479 positive reviews and 517,669 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Dota 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
2. Bongo Cat
Bongo cat needs your help. Bongo cat needz more hatz!!! Every time you press a key, Bongo cat will punch your taskbar. Type, click, play, work to collect more points. Which hats will you find?
Bongo Cat has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 100,011 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 96,627 positive reviews and 3,384 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Bongo Cat on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:3/5/2025
- Developers:
- Publisher:Irox Games
- Last Updated:5/7/2026
- Steam App Id:3419430
3. Apex Legends™
Apex Legends is the award-winning, free-to-play Hero Shooter from Respawn Entertainment. Master an ever-growing roster of legendary characters with powerful abilities, and experience strategic squad play and innovative gameplay in the next evolution of Hero Shooter and Battle Royale.
Apex Legends™ has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,046,071 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 707,534 positive reviews and 338,537 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Apex Legends™ on the Steam Deck.
- Release Date:11/5/2020
- Franchise:Apex Legends Official
- Developers:
- Publisher:Electronic Arts
- Last Updated:5/7/2026
- Steam App Id:1172470
4. Delta Force
Delta Force, a free-to-play 1st-person tactical shooter, returns as the latest in the classic series. With 25 years defining the genre, Delta Force is back with an upgraded arsenal of weaponry, jaw-dropping environments, and a truly dynamic world.
Delta Force has achieved a Player Score of 58, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 181,087 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 105,540 positive reviews and 75,547 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Delta Force on the Steam Deck.
- Release Date:12/4/2024
- Developers:
- Publisher:TiMi Studio Group
- Last Updated:5/7/2026
- Steam App Id:2507950
5. Limbus Company
As the Executive Manager of Limbus Company, lead your group of twelve Sinners, venture into the buried facilities of Lobotomy Corporation, and lay claim on the Golden Boughs.
Limbus Company has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 103,950 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 91,095 positive reviews and 12,855 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Limbus Company on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:2/26/2023
- Developer:ProjectMoon
- Publisher:ProjectMoon
- Last Updated:5/7/2026
- Steam App Id:1973530
6. Warframe
Awaken as an unstoppable warrior and battle alongside your friends in this story-driven free-to-play online action game
Warframe has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 661,252 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 579,916 positive reviews and 81,336 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
- Release Date:3/25/2013
- Franchise:Digital Extremes Ltd.
- Developer:Digital Extremes
- Publisher:Digital Extremes
- Last Updated:5/5/2026
- Steam App Id:230410
7. War Thunder
War Thunder is the most comprehensive free-to-play, cross-platform, MMO military game dedicated to aviation, armoured vehicles, and naval craft, from the early 20th century to the most advanced modern combat units. Join now and take part in major battles on land, in the air, and at sea.
War Thunder has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 743,021 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 538,917 positive reviews and 204,104 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
- Release Date:8/15/2013
- Franchise:Gaijin Network Ltd
- Developer:Gaijin Entertainment
- Publishers:
- Last Updated:5/6/2026
- Steam App Id:236390
8. VRChat
Join our growing community as you explore, play, and help craft the future of social VR. Create worlds and custom avatars. Welcome to VRChat.
VRChat has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 261,547 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 197,016 positive reviews and 64,531 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
- Release Date:2/1/2017
- Developer:VRChat Inc.
- Publisher:VRChat Inc.
- Last Updated:5/6/2026
- Steam App Id:438100
9. Team Fortress 2
Nine distinct classes provide a broad range of tactical abilities and personalities. Constantly updated with new game modes, maps, equipment and, most importantly, hats!
Team Fortress 2 has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,229,571 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,117,692 positive reviews and 111,879 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Team Fortress 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
10. Overwatch®
Overwatch®, A FUTURE WORTH FIGHTING FOR! Overwatch® is an always-on and ever-evolving free-to-play, team-based action game set in an optimistic future, where every match is the ultimate 5v5 or 6v6 battlefield brawl.
Overwatch® has achieved a Player Score of 30, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Free to Play games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 397,888 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 118,690 positive reviews and 279,198 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Overwatch® on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:8/10/2023
- Franchise:Blizzard
- Developer:Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.
- Publisher:Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.
- Last Updated:5/6/2026
- Steam App Id:2357570
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 7). Bongo Cat on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3419430
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 7). Apex Legends™ on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1172470
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 7). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2507950
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 7). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1973530
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 5). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/230410
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 6). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/236390
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 6). VRChat on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/438100
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 17). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/440
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 6). Overwatch® on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2357570