Best Action-Adventure Games on Steam

Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated action-adventure games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free action-adventure games are available at the bottom of the page.

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Half-Life Named Game of the Year by over 50 publications, Valve's debut title blends action and adventure with award-winning technology to create a frighteningly realistic world where players must think to survive. Also includes an exciting multiplayer mode that allows you to play against friends and enemies around the world.

Price -80% 1.63€
Rating 9.5
Release 19 Nov 1998
Assassin’s Creed® IV Black Flag™ The year is 1715. Pirates rule the Caribbean and have established their own lawless Republic where corruption, greediness and cruelty are commonplace.Among these outlaws is a brash young captain named Edward Kenway.

Price -70% 11.99€
Rating 8.7
Release -

Most played action-adventure games on Steam

Take a look at the top action-adventure games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of July 03rd 2025.

1. FANTASY LIFE i: The Girl Who Steals Time

Step into this Slow-Life RPG where you can freely switch between 14 unique jobs, so called "Lives," and enjoy a carefree life in a fantasy world. Fish, cook, shape the island to your liking, or team up with friends to battle monsters across the vast world. FANTASY LIFE i: The Girl Who Steals Time is a rpg, action and casual game developed and published by LEVEL5 Inc.. Released on May 21st 2025 has received 7,594 reviews of which 7,019 were positive and 575 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played action-adventure game, thanks to its 4,187 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.0
7,019
575

4,187
players

2. God of War Ragnarök

Kratos and Atreus embark on a mythic journey for answers before Ragnarök arrives – now on PC. God of War Ragnarök is a action, adventure and action-adventure game developed by Santa Monica Studio and Jetpack Interactive and published by PlayStation Publishing LLC. Released on September 19th 2024 has received 31,388 reviews of which 27,127 were positive and 4,261 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. While seeing 2,800 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among action-adventure games based on player count.
8.5
27,127
4,261

2,800
players

3. Far Cry® 5

Discover the open world of Hope County, Montana, besieged by a fanatical doomsday cult. Dive into the action solo or two-player co-op in the story campaign, use a vast arsenal of weapons and allies, and free Hope County from Joseph Seed and his cult. Far Cry® 5 is a open world, action-adventure and multiplayer game developed by Ubisoft Montreal, Red Storm, Ubisoft Shanghai, Ubisoft Toronto and Ubisoft Kiev and published by Ubisoft. Released on March 26th 2018 has received 173,477 reviews of which 140,377 were positive and 33,100 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. While seeing 2,605 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among action-adventure games based on player count.
8.0
140,377
33,100

2,605
players

4. The Last of Us™ Part I

Discover the award-winning game that inspired the critically acclaimed television show. Guide Joel and Ellie through a post-apocalyptic America, and encounter unforgettable allies and enemies in The Last of Us™. The Last of Us™ Part I is a story rich, post-apocalyptic and zombies game developed by Naughty Dog LLC and Iron Galaxy Studios and published by PlayStation Publishing LLC. Released on March 28th 2023 has received 79,855 reviews of which 63,713 were positive and 16,142 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. With 2,573 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played action-adventure games.
7.9
63,713
16,142

2,573
players

5. The Last of Us™ Part II Remastered

Experience the winner of over 300 Game of the Year awards, now on PC. Discover Ellie and Abby’s story with graphical enhancements, gameplay modes like the roguelike survival experience No Return, and more. The Last of Us™ Part II Remastered is a story rich, post-apocalyptic and third-person shooter game developed by Naughty Dog LLC, Nixxes Software and Iron Galaxy Studios and published by PlayStation Publishing LLC. Released on April 03rd 2025 has received 24,774 reviews of which 22,421 were positive and 2,353 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 2,485 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played action-adventure games.
8.9
22,421
2,353

2,485
players

6. Split Fiction

Embrace mind-blowing moments as you’re pulled deep into the many worlds of Split Fiction, a boundary-pushing co-op adventure. Split Fiction is a co-op, split screen and female protagonist game developed by Hazelight Studios and published by Electronic Arts. Released on March 06th 2025 has received 81,558 reviews of which 79,546 were positive and 2,012 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. With 2,271 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played action-adventure games.
9.6
79,546
2,012

2,271
players

7. STAR WARS Jedi: Fallen Order™

A galaxy-spanning adventure awaits in Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, a 3rd person action-adventure title from Respawn. An abandoned Padawan must complete his training, develop new powerful Force abilities, and master the art of the lightsaber - all while staying one step ahead of the Empire. STAR WARS Jedi: Fallen Order™ is a action-adventure, souls-like and third person game developed by Respawn Entertainment and published by Electronic Arts. Released on November 14th 2019 has received 158,579 reviews of which 140,485 were positive and 18,094 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. With 1,870 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played action-adventure games.
8.8
140,485
18,094

1,870
players

8. FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE

Cloud Strife, an ex-SOLDIER operative, descends on the mako-powered city of Midgar. The world of the timeless classic FINAL FANTASY VII is reborn, using cutting-edge graphics technology, a new battle system and an additional adventure featuring Yuffie Kisaragi. FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE is a rpg, action rpg and jrpg game developed and published by Square Enix. Released on June 17th 2022 has received 37,307 reviews of which 33,079 were positive and 4,228 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. With 1,496 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played action-adventure games.
8.7
33,079
4,228

1,496
players

9. Dead Island 2

A deadly virus is spreading across Los Angeles, turning its inhabitants into zombies. Bitten, infected, but more than just immune, uncover the truth behind the outbreak and discover who - or what - you are. Survive, evolve and become the ultimate Zombie Slayer. Dead Island 2 is a co-op, zombies and first-person game developed by Dambuster Studios and published by Deep Silver. Released on April 22nd 2024 has received 13,375 reviews of which 10,392 were positive and 2,983 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. With 941 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played action-adventure games.
7.6
10,392
2,983

941
players

10. UNCHARTED™: Legacy of Thieves Collection

Play as Nathan Drake and Chloe Frazer in their own standalone adventures as they confront their pasts and forge their own legacies. This game includes the critically acclaimed single-player stories from both UNCHARTED 4: A Thief’s End and UNCHARTED: The Lost Legacy. UNCHARTED™: Legacy of Thieves Collection is a adventure, action-adventure and story rich game developed by Naughty Dog LLC and Iron Galaxy Studios and published by PlayStation Publishing LLC. Released on October 19th 2022 has received 29,689 reviews of which 26,740 were positive and 2,949 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. With 884 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played action-adventure games.
8.8
26,740
2,949

884
players

Best deals on action-adventure games on Steam

Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of action-adventure games available on Steam right now, updated on July 03rd 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted action-adventure games.

1. New Super Lucky's Tale

Jump, burrow, and tail swipe your way to victory in this love letter to classic 3D platformers! New Super Lucky's Tale is a adventure, 3d platformer and action-adventure game developed and published by Playful Corp.. Released on August 21st 2020 has received 640 reviews of which 611 were positive and 29 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Featuring a massive 99% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for action-adventure category.
8.9
611
29

-99% 27.99€ 0.48€

2. Soulstice

Explore a dark world brimming with hidden mysteries, master a diverse combat system, and inhabit the dual forces of two sisters in a coming-of-age dark fantasy story with fast-paced action, vicious enemies, and spectacular boss fights. Soulstice is a hack and slash, spectacle fighter and character action game game developed by Reply Game Studios and published by Maximum Entertainment. Released on September 19th 2022 has received 2,239 reviews of which 1,654 were positive and 585 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 99% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in action-adventure games.
7.2
1,654
585

-99% 39.99€ 0.46€

3. Iron Danger

Iron Danger is a tactical combat puzzler with a unique time manipulation mechanic. A never before seen combination that blends the tactical depth of turn-based games with the exciting action of real-time games. Iron Danger is a puzzle, turn-based tactics and turn-based strategy game developed by Action Squad Studios and published by Daedalic Entertainment. Released on March 25th 2020 has received 970 reviews of which 704 were positive and 266 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 99% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in action-adventure games.
7.0
704
266

-99% 19.99€ 0.34€

4. Oddworld: Soulstorm Enhanced Edition

Oddworld: Soulstorm is the explosive second game in a brand new Oddworld Quintology that tells the continuing story of Abe and his comrades as they discover further crimes against Mudokonkind and look for the spark that will ignite a revolution. Oddworld: Soulstorm Enhanced Edition is a action, adventure and action-adventure game developed and published by Oddworld Inhabitants. Released on June 21st 2022 has received 578 reviews of which 387 were positive and 191 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 99% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for action-adventure games.
6.5
387
191

-99% 31.99€ 0.63€

5. Rebel Galaxy Outlaw

Out of cash, out of luck, out on the fringe. Juno Markev has a killer to tail, a debt to pay, and more trouble headed her way. Rebel Galaxy Outlaw takes place in a greasy, blue-collar world of outlaws, truckers, cops and thieves. Rebel Galaxy Outlaw is a space sim, open world and action-adventure game developed and published by Double Damage Games. Released on September 22nd 2020 has received 1,033 reviews of which 659 were positive and 374 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 99% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for action-adventure games.
6.2
659
374

-99% 24.99€ 0.43€

6. Tinykin

Catch hundreds of tinykin and use their unique powers to bring Milo back to his home planet and back to normal size! Tinykin is a 3d platformer, cute and cartoony game developed by Splashteam and published by tinyBuild. Released on August 30th 2022 has received 3,386 reviews of which 3,315 were positive and 71 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for action-adventure games.
9.4
3,315
71

-98% 24.50€ 0.54€

7. Trine 4: The Nightmare Prince

The best-selling Trine series returns to the magic of 2.5D! Join three iconic heroes as they set off on a quest through fantastical fairytale landscapes to save the world from the Nightmare Prince’s shadows. Trine 4: The Nightmare Prince is a puzzle-platformer, local co-op and online co-op game developed and published by Frozenbyte. Released on October 08th 2019 has received 13,379 reviews of which 11,924 were positive and 1,455 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for action-adventure games.
8.7
11,924
1,455

-98% 29.99€ 0.68€

8. Astalon: Tears of the Earth

Uphold your pact with the Titan of Death, Epimetheus! Fight, climb and solve your way through a twisted tower as three unique adventurers, on a mission to save their village from impending doom! Astalon: Tears of the Earth is a fantasy, metroidvania and exploration game developed by LABS Works and published by DANGEN Entertainment. Released on June 03rd 2021 has received 1,211 reviews of which 1,096 were positive and 115 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for action-adventure games.
8.6
1,096
115

-98% 19.50€ 0.58€

9. Wizard with a Gun

Wizard with a Gun is an online sandbox survival game for 1 - 4 players set in a magical wilderness wrought with dangerous creatures and arcane mysteries. Embark on a journey alone or with a friend to collect, craft, and outfit your wizard however you see fit as you explore the unknown. Wizard with a Gun is a action, adventure and sandbox game developed by Galvanic Games and published by Devolver Digital. Released on October 17th 2023 has received 3,257 reviews of which 2,656 were positive and 601 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for action-adventure games.
7.9
2,656
601

-98% 24.50€ 0.58€

10. BLACKTAIL

Forge the legend of Baba Yaga, a girl accused of witchcraft and expelled from her home. Live out the origins of the Slavic myth in this one-of-a-kind blend of intense archery combat and dark storytelling set in a vibrant fairy tale world. BLACKTAIL is a story rich, action-adventure and archery game developed by THE PARASIGHT and published by Focus Entertainment. Released on December 15th 2022 has received 2,276 reviews of which 1,854 were positive and 422 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for action-adventure games.
7.8
1,854
422

-98% 29.99€ 0.78€

Free action-adventure games on Steam

Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play action-adventure games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on July 03rd 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play action-adventure games.

1. Book of Yog Idle RPG

The Book of Yog is a 3D idle RPG game presented with a Cel-Shading art style. You can rally heroes, develop the kingdom and explore the secrets of a lost world. Dozens of heroes, hundreds of skills, thousands of loot for you to combine freely. Come to embark on a journey to build the strongest team! Book of Yog Idle RPG is a adventure and massively multiplayer game developed and published by 元气工作室. Released on July 29th 2022 has received 7,383 reviews of which 4,733 were positive and 2,650 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. With 227 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free action-adventure games on Steam.
6.3
4,733
2,650

227
players

2. Eternium

Hack & slash against the dark forces threatening your home-world. Experience intense tactical fights in this fast paced, old school action RPG. Eternium is a free to play, hack and slash and rpg game developed by Dream Primer and Making Fun and published by Making Fun. Released on August 21st 2023 has received 4,092 reviews of which 3,362 were positive and 730 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played free action-adventure games on Steam.
8.0
3,362
730

83
players

3. The Big Catch: Tacklebox

Crack open the Tacklebox to show off your platforming prowess and fishing skills in this free prologue to The Big Catch. The Big Catch: Tacklebox is a adventure, action and 3d platformer game developed by Filet Group and published by Filet Group, XSEED Games, Marvelous USA and Inc.. Released on June 07th 2024 has received 2,772 reviews of which 2,527 were positive and 245 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free action-adventure games on Steam.
8.7
2,527
245

15
players

4. Daisho: Survival of a Samurai

Daisho: Survival of a Samurai is an Action RPG with casual survival game mechanics and big village-building possibilities. You'll experience a new type of survival game with quests, continuous open world progression, monthly events and your dumb ways to die not harming your fun level. Daisho: Survival of a Samurai is a ninja, free to play and crafting game developed and published by Colossi Games. Released on June 10th 2025 has received 458 reviews of which 322 were positive and 136 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free action-adventure games on Steam.
6.7
322
136

15
players

5. Nightmare House: The Original Mod

Wake up, it’s time for the real nightmare to begin. Make your way through a terrorizing house, uncover the secrets of a haunted hospital, fight through hordes of the undead, and try to escape Nightmare House. Nightmare House: The Original Mod is a free to play, horror and action-adventure game developed and published by We Create Stuff. Released on November 14th 2024 has received 1,535 reviews of which 1,487 were positive and 48 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free action-adventure games on Steam.
9.2
1,487
48

11
players

6. Ale & Tale Tavern: First Pints

This is the free version of the game "Ale & Tale Tavern". Get ready for a thrilling mix of genres: a cooperative, first-person, open-world fantasy tavern simulator, action, fishing, hunting, exploration, and completing fun and diverse quests. And, of course, COOKING! Ale & Tale Tavern: First Pints is a simulation, action and sandbox game developed by Scienart Games and published by GrabTheGames and UpgradePoint. Released on June 20th 2024 has received 4,561 reviews of which 4,293 were positive and 268 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played free action-adventure games on Steam.
9.1
4,293
268

11
players

7. The Genesis Project

The Genesis Project is an attempt to replicate Sburb from the popular webcomic Homestuck, made by Andrew Hussie. The Genesis Project is a early access, adventure and rpg game developed and published by Perfectly Generic Team. Released on April 13th 2022 has received 1,758 reviews of which 1,503 were positive and 255 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free action-adventure games on Steam.
8.2
1,503
255

7
players

8. Blade of God X: Orisols

BOGX emerges from the shadows as a captivating dark-themed Action RPG, marking a thrilling continuation of the Blade of God saga. From Game, Beyond Game. Inheritor, the gods lie vanquished in twilight— You stand as the last sentinel. Blade of God X: Orisols is a action, rpg and 3d fighter game developed and published by PGD. Released on December 11th 2024 has received 439 reviews of which 331 were positive and 108 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free action-adventure games on Steam.
7.1
331
108

5
players

9. UNBEATABLE [white label]

A young girl learns a song. An exclusive side-story set in the world of D-CELL GAMES' upcoming rhythm-adventure. UNBEATABLE [white label] is a rhythm, anime and female protagonist game developed and published by D-CELL GAMES. Released on May 07th 2021 has received 8,389 reviews of which 8,129 were positive and 260 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free action-adventure games on Steam.
9.4
8,129
260

4
players

10. Draw

Welcome to the world of Draw, a 2D sidescroller and visual novel! Armed with nothing but a pencil, play as “Stickman” as you explore a brand-new world. Solve puzzles by drawing into the game, meet new friends while dodging scribble monsters, and make memories that’ll never be erased! Draw is a rpg, action rpg and action-adventure game developed and published by Draw Games Developers. Released on October 06th 2023 has received 551 reviews of which 529 were positive and 22 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free action-adventure games on Steam.
8.9
529
22

4
players