Free RPG Games on Steam
Steam currently has 32,643 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 10/4/2024.
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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 2,331,816 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,903,247 positive reviews and 428,569 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 593,298 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 517,733 positive reviews and 75,565 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:10/3/2024
- 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 71, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 93,485 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 67,342 positive reviews and 26,143 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:10/6/2024
- Steam App Id:2139460
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 21, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 302,574 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 62,038 positive reviews and 240,536 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:10/4/2024
- 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 273,142 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 265,132 positive reviews and 8,010 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. Path of Exile
You are an Exile, struggling to survive on the dark continent of Wraeclast, as you fight to earn power that will allow you to exact your revenge against those who wronged you. Path of Exile is an online Action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. The game is completely free and will never be pay-to-win.
Path of Exile has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 226,531 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 202,200 positive reviews and 24,331 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Path of Exile on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
- Release Date:10/23/2013
- Developer:Grinding Gear Games
- Publisher:Grinding Gear Games
- Last Updated:9/25/2024
- Steam App Id:238960
7. Dark and Darker
An unforgiving hardcore fantasy FPS dungeon PvPvE adventure. Band together with your friends and use your courage, wits, and cunning to uncover mythical treasures, defeat gruesome monsters, while staying one step ahead of the other devious treasure-hunters.
Dark and Darker has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 49,326 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 36,237 positive reviews and 13,089 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 Dark and Darker on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
8. The First Descendant
The First Descendant is a third-person looter shooter powered by Unreal Engine 5. Become a Descendant. Fight for the survival of humanity. Descendants have unique abilities to tackle both solo and co-op missions. Up to 4 players use varied mechanics to defeat giant bosses. BE THE FIRST DESCENDANT!
The First Descendant has achieved a Player Score of 55, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 87,821 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 48,001 positive reviews and 39,820 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 The First Descendant on the Steam Deck.
- Release Date:6/30/2024
- Developer:NEXON Games Co., Ltd.
- Publisher:NEXON
- Last Updated:10/2/2024
- Steam App Id:2074920
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 14,250 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,286 positive reviews and 4,964 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:10/2/2024
- Steam App Id:1623660
10. STALCRAFT: X
STALCRAFT: X is the largest online game set in the open world of the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. Dive into this universe, filled with mutants and anomalies alone or with friends — unforgettable experiences are guaranteed!
STALCRAFT: X has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free RPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 58,195 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 44,490 positive reviews and 13,705 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 STALCRAFT: X on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 3). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/230410
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 6). Once Human on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2139460
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 4). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2357570
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 1). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1281930
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 25). Path of Exile on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/238960
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 4). Dark and Darker on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2016590
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 2). The First Descendant on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2074920
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 2). MIR4 on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1623660
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 5). STALCRAFT: X on Steam. Steam Store. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1818450