Free RPG Games on Steam
Steam currently has 39,982 RPG 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 RPG game rankings were last updated on 10/10/2025.
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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 RPG game on Steam" with a Player Score of 81. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,572,631 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,092,347 positive reviews and 480,284 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. Blue Protocol: Star Resonance
Blue Protocol: Star Resonance expands the Blue Protocol universe with a vibrant MMORPG experience. Create your own hero, team up for strategic raids, or simply relax and have fun with friends fishing, crafting, and endless exploration. Adventure awaits!
Blue Protocol: Star Resonance has achieved a Player Score of 47, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,726 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,599 positive reviews and 5,127 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
- Release Date:10/9/2025
- Developer:Shanghai Bokura Network Technology Co.Ltd
- Publisher:A Plus
- Last Updated:10/13/2025
- Steam App Id:3681810
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 632,619 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 553,648 positive reviews and 78,971 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
- Developer:Digital Extremes
- Publisher:Digital Extremes
- Last Updated:9/20/2025
- Steam App Id:230410
4. Overwatch® 2
Overwatch 2 is a critically acclaimed, team-based shooter game set in an optimistic future with an evolving roster of heroes. Team up with friends and jump in today.
Overwatch® 2 has achieved a Player Score of 26, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 356,572 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 89,983 positive reviews and 266,589 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® 2 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:10/11/2025
- Steam App Id:2357570
5. tModLoader
Dig, Fight, and Build your way through the world of player-created mods on Terraria with tModLoader - this DLC makes modding Terraria a reality!
tModLoader has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 331,201 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 321,569 positive reviews and 9,632 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play tModLoader on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
6. Once Human
Once Human is a multiplayer open-world survival game set in a strange, post-apocalyptic future. Unite with friends to fight monstrous enemies, uncover secret plots, compete for resources, and build your own territory. Once, you were merely human. Now, you have the power to remake the world.
Once Human has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 150,044 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 114,040 positive reviews and 36,004 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Once Human on the Steam Deck.
- Release Date:7/9/2024
- Developer:Starry Studio
- Publisher:Starry Studio
- Last Updated:10/13/2025
- Steam App Id:2139460
7. 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 84, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 80,062 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 68,361 positive reviews and 11,701 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:10/13/2025
- Steam App Id:1973530
8. Wuthering Waves
Wuthering Waves is a story-rich open-world action RPG with a high degree of freedom. You wake from your slumber as Rover, joined by a vibrant cast of Resonators on a journey to reclaim your lost memories and change the world.
Wuthering Waves has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 25,142 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 22,488 positive reviews and 2,654 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 Wuthering Waves on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:4/28/2025
- Developer:KURO GAMES
- Publisher:KURO GAMES
- Last Updated:10/8/2025
- Steam App Id:3513350
9. MIR4
MIR4 is a free-to-play open world K-fantasy MMORPG that can be cross-played on both PC and mobile devices. MIR4 is full of action and features numerous large scale clan PVP battles. Join now and become a legend.
MIR4 has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,675 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,587 positive reviews and 5,088 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 MIR4 on the Steam Deck.
- Release Date:8/25/2021
- Developer:Wemade Next
- Publisher:Wemade
- Last Updated:10/8/2025
- Steam App Id:1623660
10. Torchlight: Infinite
The fate of Ember Technology is in your hands. With abounding hero build possibilities, dive into an epic journey with endless loot, adrenaline-pumping fights & new seasonal contents.
Torchlight: Infinite has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,111 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,963 positive reviews and 5,148 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Torchlight: Infinite on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:5/9/2023
- Franchise:XD International
- Developer:XD
- Publisher:XD
- Last Updated:10/10/2025
- Steam App Id:1974050
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 13). Blue Protocol: Star Resonance on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3681810
- Valve Corporation. (2025, September 20). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/230410
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 11). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2357570
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 9). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1281930
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 13). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2139460
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 13). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1973530
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 8). Wuthering Waves on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3513350
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 8). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1623660
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 10). Torchlight: Infinite on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1974050