Free RPG Games on Steam
Steam currently has 37,250 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 5/31/2025.
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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 2,497,346 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,036,039 positive reviews and 461,307 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. 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 #2 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 619,054 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 541,747 positive reviews and 77,307 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:5/30/2025
- Steam App Id:230410
3. 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 73, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 130,108 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 96,381 positive reviews and 33,727 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:5/31/2025
- Steam App Id:2139460
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 312,956 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 303,915 positive reviews and 9,041 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).
5. Waifu - Kawaii Idler & Clicker
💗 Idler Clicker + Dating Sim 💗 Earn rare Waifus in daily drops, win their love, and trade on Steam Community Marketplace
Waifu - Kawaii Idler & Clicker has achieved a Player Score of 66, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 270 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 188 positive reviews and 82 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Waifu - Kawaii Idler & Clicker on the Steam Deck.
- Release Date:12/3/2024
- Developer:Team Waifu
- Publisher:Team Waifu
- Last Updated:5/19/2025
- Steam App Id:3188910
6. 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 24, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 342,723 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 81,670 positive reviews and 261,053 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:5/28/2025
- Steam App Id:2357570
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 82, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 62,849 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 52,595 positive reviews and 10,254 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:5/30/2025
- Steam App Id:1973530
8. Palia
Discover a welcoming world in Palia, a free-to-play fantasy life sim adventure where you can craft, explore, and create the life and home of your dreams. With nearly endless ways to make Palia your home, you’ll find relaxation and joy in every corner of this vibrant, heartwarming world.
Palia has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 28,553 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,356 positive reviews and 4,197 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 Palia on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:3/25/2024
- Developer:Singularity 6 Corporation
- Publisher:Singularity 6 Corporation
- Last Updated:5/29/2025
- Steam App Id:2707930
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 14,533 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,481 positive reviews and 5,052 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:5/27/2025
- Steam App Id:1623660
10. IdleOn - The Idle RPG
Create different classes who all work together when you're gone! When you return, spend their loot on powerful upgrades and synergies - but don't be fooled by the simple graphics, IdleOn gets more complex with each World Boss you defeat!
IdleOn - The Idle RPG has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,660 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,268 positive reviews and 4,392 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play IdleOn - The Idle RPG on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:4/2/2021
- Developer:Lavaflame2
- Publisher:Lavaflame2
- Last Updated:5/30/2025
- Steam App Id:1476970
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 30). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/230410
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 31). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2139460
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 29). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1281930
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 19). Waifu - Kawaii Idler & Clicker on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3188910
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 28). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2357570
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 30). Limbus Company on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1973530
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 29). Palia on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2707930
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 27). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1623660
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 30). IdleOn - The Idle RPG on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1476970