Best Action RPG 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 rpg games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free action rpg games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Disgaea 7: Vows of the Virtueless
Disgaea is back and better than ever in Disgaea 7: Vows of the Virtueless! Join Fuji as he embarks on a perilous journey of redemption, and experience unique features new to the Disgaea series!
Saleblazers
Fight. Sell. Survive. Live off the land, build your perfect shop, and defend against nightly horrors in this open world survival shop simulator for 1-8 players.
Fate/Samurai Remnant
“Your wish shall perish...” A Holy Grail War begins in Edo Japan. A brand new Fate action RPG presented by TYPE-MOON and KOEI TECMO GAMES.
LIZARDS MUST DIE
The great exploits of the Ancient Rus in the war with the lizards. Immerse yourself in the world of Hyperborea and defeat hordes of Lizards and other unholy who encroached on holy places Ancestors. Choose a blessed hero and go save the world from the green plague.
Relic Hunters Legend
A Top-Down Shooter/Looter RPG with a touching story inspired by JRPG classics. Shoot enemies, get loot, and customize your characters. Multiple endgame systems and over 100 hours of play await you solo or up to 4-player co-op!
LunarLux
Experience a sci-fi action-adventure RPG on the Moon in the year 30XX! Join Bella in a story of science, truth, justice, and trust, as she travels the silver globe to find a way to save humanity from Comet Coda! It's time to unleash your Lux!
Time Wasters
Time Wasters is a space shooter bullet heaven roguelite. Equip and upgrade weapons, destroy swarms of enemies, and collect Time & Space Cubes to bend the timeline to your advantage.
Renfield: Bring Your Own Blood
Slash and survive a typical workday as Dracula's overworked and underappreciated servant! You'll have a bloody good time as you rampage through New Orleans to find fresh victims for your narcissistic boss.
Wandering Sword
Wandering Sword is a Chinese martial-arts RPG where you play a young swordsman caught up in a feud and nearly dies. Escaping the event puts you on the path of pursuing the highest form of martial arts and exploring the pugilistic world to become the great hero you are always destined to be.
God Of Weapons
Embark on a thrilling journey in God of Weapons, an action roguelike where you must ascend the tower of Zhor to reclaim the last light for the world. To survive the monster onslaught on each tower's level, you'll need to obtain and carefully organize weapons and accessories in your inventory.
Eternights
Eternights is a dating action game where you try to make the most out of life during the apocalypse. Monday: Go on a date. Tuesday: Clear dungeon. Friday: Freak out! The clock is ticking!!
Bounty of One
Fallen hero of the Wild West, you’re wanted and in disgrace! Grab your guns, survive endless hordes of bounty hunters and fight to clear your name! Bounty of One is a fast-paced casual roguelite bullet hell for 1 to 4 players. Dash, Dodge, Shoot, Repeat!
Rune Factory 3 Special
Bridge the divide of an ancient schism between humans and monsters in Rune Factory 3 Special as half-human, half-wooly protagonist Micah. Farm, fight and fall in love as you revisit a classic in the series that perfected the blend of RPG & Life-sim genres.
Hero of Fate
Hero of Fate is a smooth and fun "rougue" game with "survivor" as the core gameplay. You will receive various tasks or meet unexpected events under monsters surrounded, and you can also recruit partners or battle alone. In this fantasy world, go to experience a exciting and unpredictable adventure!
Borderlands Game of the Year
Get ready for the mind blowing insanity! Play as one of four trigger-happy mercenaries and take out everything that stands in your way! With its addictive action, frantic first-person shooter combat, massive arsenal of weaponry, RPG elements and four-player co-op, Borderlands is a breakthrough experience that challenges all the...
Borderlands Game of the Year Enhanced
Discover the original co-op shooter-looter, crammed with new enhancements! As one of 4 trigger-happy mercenaries with RPG progression, equip bazillions of guns to take on the desert planet Pandora.
MEGA MAN X DiVE Offline
Mega Man X DiVE reimagined the world of the Mega Man X series, and now it's getting an offline version! Strengthen your characters and weapons with a variety of powerups to make them all your own. Then test them out in the side-scrolling action of "what-if" worlds in Mega Man X!
Brave Nine
Brave Nine is a strategic turn-based battle game featuring over 300 unique Mercenaries presented in stunning artwork. Create your own unique formations, challenge other Captains and engage in decisive combat in tons of modes.
Blasphemous 2
The Penitent One awakens as Blasphemous 2 joins him once again in an endless struggle against The Miracle. Dive into a perilous new world filled with mysteries and secrets to discover, and tear your way through monstrous foes that stand between you and your quest to end the cycle once and for all.
Sword Art Online: Integral Factor
Aim to conquer Aincrad with Kirito and Asuna
WrestleQuest
TAG TEAM WITH DESTINY! Pro wrestling and RPG fantasy collide in the ultimate pixel powered adventure. “Macho Man” Randy Savage and tons of other icons offer guidance as you powerbomb your way to glory beyond the ring. This hero’s journey ain’t just an epic quest, it’s WRESTLEQUEST!
Heartwood Online
Heartwood Online is a cross-platform free-to-play MMO. Explore a vast world filled with adventure where you choose your own path. Immerse yourself in crafting, trade, PvP & PvE battles, guilds, politics, and a thriving player economy.
Most played action rpg games on Steam
Take a look at the top action rpg games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of June 15th 2025.
1. 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 is a free to play, dark fantasy and action rpg game developed and published by Grinding Gear Games. Released on October 23rd 2013 has received 235,091 reviews of which 209,822 were positive and 25,269 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played action rpg game, thanks to its 106,406 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.8
209,822
25,269
106,406
players
2. Warframe
Awaken as an unstoppable warrior and battle alongside your friends in this story-driven free-to-play online action game Warframe is a free to play, action rpg and looter shooter game developed and published by Digital Extremes. Released on March 25th 2013 has received 626,503 reviews of which 545,393 were positive and 81,110 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. While seeing 38,150 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among action rpg games based on player count.
8.6
545,393
81,110
38,150
players
3. Lost Ark
Embark on an odyssey for the Lost Ark in a vast, vibrant world: explore new lands, seek out lost treasures, and test yourself in thrilling action combat in this action-packed free-to-play RPG. Lost Ark is a mmorpg, free to play and action rpg game developed by Smilegate RPG and published by Amazon Games. Released on February 11th 2022 has received 202,021 reviews of which 143,481 were positive and 58,540 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. While seeing 13,736 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among action rpg games based on player count.
7.1
143,481
58,540
13,736
players
4. Path of Exile 2
Path of Exile 2 is a next generation Action RPG from Grinding Gear Games, featuring co-op for up to six players. Set years after the original Path of Exile, you will return to the dark world of Wraeclast and seek to end the corruption that is spreading. Path of Exile 2 is a action rpg, hack and slash and rpg game developed and published by Grinding Gear Games. Released on December 06th 2024 has received 169,021 reviews of which 118,511 were positive and 50,510 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. With 13,698 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played action rpg games.
7.0
118,511
50,510
13,698
players
5. Lies of P
Lies of P is a thrilling soulslike that takes the story of Pinocchio, turns it on its head, and sets it against the darkly elegant backdrop of the Belle Epoque era. Lies of P is a souls-like, action and dark fantasy game developed and published by NEOWIZ. Released on September 18th 2023 has received 52,485 reviews of which 48,336 were positive and 4,149 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. With 12,791 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played action rpg games.
9.1
48,336
4,149
12,791
players
6. Diablo® IV
Join the fight for Sanctuary in Diablo® IV, the ultimate action RPG adventure. Experience the critically acclaimed campaign and new seasonal content. Diablo® IV is a action rpg, hack and slash and loot game developed and published by Blizzard Entertainment and Inc.. Released on October 17th 2023 has received 50,302 reviews of which 32,969 were positive and 17,333 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. With 6,147 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played action rpg games.
6.5
32,969
17,333
6,147
players
7. Black Myth: Wukong
Black Myth: Wukong is an action RPG rooted in Chinese mythology. You shall set out as the Destined One to venture into the challenges and marvels ahead, to uncover the obscured truth beneath the veil of a glorious legend from the past. Black Myth: Wukong is a mythology, action rpg and action game developed and published by Game Science. Released on August 19th 2024 has received 1,150,098 reviews of which 1,111,720 were positive and 38,378 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. With 4,858 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played action rpg games.
9.6
1,111,720
38,378
4,858
players
8. Last Epoch
Uncover the Past, Reforge the Future. Ascend into one of 15 mastery classes and explore dangerous dungeons, hunt epic loot, craft legendary weapons, and wield the power of over a hundred transformative skill trees. Last Epoch is being developed by a team of passionate Action RPG enthusiasts. Last Epoch is a action rpg, loot and hack and slash game developed and published by Eleventh Hour Games. Released on February 21st 2024 has received 110,623 reviews of which 88,027 were positive and 22,596 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. With 4,291 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played action rpg games.
7.9
88,027
22,596
4,291
players
9. Game of Thrones: Kingsroad
A story-driven action-adventure RPG, bringing the world of Westeros to life with remarkable detail and never-before seen scale. Game of Thrones: Kingsroad is a online co-op, multiplayer and choose your own adventure game developed by Netmarble Neo and published by Netmarble. Released on May 21st 2025 has received 3,607 reviews of which 2,230 were positive and 1,377 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.1 out of 10. With 3,614 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played action rpg games.
6.1
2,230
1,377
3,614
players
10. GrandChase
Grand Chase is a free side-scrolling online action RPG with anime inspired graphics. Enjoy exciting adventures in dungeons and PvP with unique characters. GrandChase is a action, free to play and pve game developed and published by KOG. Released on July 27th 2021 has received 24,350 reviews of which 15,491 were positive and 8,859 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. With 2,676 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played action rpg games.
6.3
15,491
8,859
2,676
players
Best deals on action rpg games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of action rpg games available on Steam right now, updated on June 15th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted action rpg games.
1. Accel World VS. Sword Art Online Deluxe Edition
Svart Alfheim and the Accelerated World have begun to merge. In the midst of the chaos, Yui has gone missing. Kirito must challenge the Seven Kings of pure color from the Accelerated World to gain access to her location. Accel World VS. Sword Art Online Deluxe Edition is a anime, rpg and multiplayer game developed by ARTDINK CORPORATION and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on September 12th 2017 has received 1,141 reviews of which 846 were positive and 295 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Featuring a massive 99% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for action rpg category.
7.1
846
295
-99%
49.99€
0.89€
2. Cat Quest II
Open-world action-RPG in a fantasy realm of cats and dogs. Sequel to the award-winning original, CAT QUEST II lets you play solo or with a friend, as both a cat and dog! Quest in a world filled with magic, defeat monsters and collect loot in a catventure like never before! Cat Quest II is a adventure, exploration and action rpg game developed by The Gentlebros and published by Kepler Interactive. Released on September 24th 2019 has received 6,365 reviews of which 6,092 were positive and 273 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 98% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in action rpg games.
9.2
6,092
273
-98%
14.99€
0.43€
3. Torchlight II
The adventure continues in Torchlight II! An Action RPG filled with epic battles, bountiful treasure, and a fully randomized world. Bring your friends along for the journey with online and LAN multiplayer. Torchlight II is a rpg, action rpg and hack and slash game developed by Runic Games and published by Arc Games. Released on September 20th 2012 has received 44,341 reviews of which 41,131 were positive and 3,210 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 98% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in action rpg games.
9.1
41,131
3,210
-98%
18.99€
0.56€
4. The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing: Final Cut
Embark on an adventure in a gothic-noir world, where mad science threatens the peace between monsters and mortals. The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing: Final Cut is definitive edition of the trilogy with six playable classes and a new endgame mode with a huge variety of open missions! The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing: Final Cut is a rpg, adventure and hack and slash game developed and published by NeocoreGames. Released on November 06th 2015 has received 3,705 reviews of which 2,838 were positive and 867 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for action rpg games.
7.4
2,838
867
-98%
44.99€
1.00€
5. Eldest Souls
Fast-paced and brutally challenging, Eldest Souls is a unique Soulslike experience. In a final act of vengeance, the Old Gods have unleashed a great Desolation upon the world. Mankind's only hope lies with a lone warrior… and his greatsword of pure Obsydian. Eldest Souls is a pixel graphics, souls-like and dark fantasy game developed by Fallen Flag Studio and published by United Label and CI Games. Released on July 29th 2021 has received 3,807 reviews of which 2,792 were positive and 1,015 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for action rpg games.
7.1
2,792
1,015
-98%
19.99€
0.52€
6. Wanted: Dead
Wanted: Dead is a new hybrid slasher/shooter from the makers of Ninja Gaiden and Dead or Alive. The game follows a week in life of the Zombie Unit, an elite Hong Kong police squad on a mission to uncover a major corporate conspiracy. Wanted: Dead is a hack and slash, third-person shooter and female protagonist game developed by Soleil Ltd. and published by 110 Industries SA. Released on February 14th 2023 has received 1,639 reviews of which 1,093 were positive and 546 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for action rpg games.
6.5
1,093
546
-98%
28.99€
0.70€
7. Torchlight
Adventure awaits in the award-winning Action RPG debut from Runic Games! Explore the randomized depths of this boom town, collect loot, and level up to save Torchlight - and possibly the world. Torchlight is a rpg, action rpg and hack and slash game developed by Runic Games and published by Arc Games. Released on October 27th 2009 has received 6,956 reviews of which 6,319 were positive and 637 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for action rpg games.
8.8
6,319
637
-97%
14.99€
0.57€
8. Tribes of Midgard
A vibrant blend of survival and action RPG for 1-10 players! Craft legendary items, grow your home base and embark on an epic journey through procedural realms to face towering creatures hel-bent on unleashing Ragnarök. Valhalla can wait, Einherjar! Tribes of Midgard is a open world survival craft, online co-op and multiplayer game developed by Norsfell and published by Gearbox Publishing. Released on July 27th 2021 has received 22,475 reviews of which 17,197 were positive and 5,278 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for action rpg games.
7.5
17,197
5,278
-97%
19.99€
0.60€
9. Unsouled
Unsouled is a 2D action RPG game requiring immense elaborate control. Take a break from repetitive attack and dodge action by challenging yourself with the world of Unsouled. Unsouled is a difficult, souls-like and indie game developed by Megusta Game and published by NEOWIZ. Released on April 28th 2022 has received 339 reviews of which 267 were positive and 72 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for action rpg games.
7.4
267
72
-97%
16.79€
0.53€
10. Eternal Edge +
Eternal Edge + is a casual Action-Adventure role-playing game following Cross, an Age-old warrior who is trying to wake his lost Wife from an Eternal slumber. Only together can they defeat the Skeleton King. Eternal Edge + is a action rpg, exploration and character customization game developed by Righteous Weasel Games and Ignatios Prouctions LLC and published by Sedoc LLC and GrabTheGames. Released on May 07th 2022 has received 700 reviews of which 496 were positive and 204 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for action rpg games.
6.8
496
204
-97%
12.49€
0.40€
Free action rpg games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play action rpg games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on June 15th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play action rpg games.
1. 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 is a free to play, dark fantasy and action rpg game developed and published by Grinding Gear Games. Released on October 23rd 2013 has received 235,091 reviews of which 209,822 were positive and 25,269 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. With 106,406 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free action rpg games on Steam.
8.8
209,822
25,269
106,406
players
2. Warframe
Awaken as an unstoppable warrior and battle alongside your friends in this story-driven free-to-play online action game Warframe is a free to play, action rpg and looter shooter game developed and published by Digital Extremes. Released on March 25th 2013 has received 626,503 reviews of which 545,393 were positive and 81,110 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 38,150, this action rpg game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free action rpg games on Steam.
8.6
545,393
81,110
38,150
players
3. Lost Ark
Embark on an odyssey for the Lost Ark in a vast, vibrant world: explore new lands, seek out lost treasures, and test yourself in thrilling action combat in this action-packed free-to-play RPG. Lost Ark is a mmorpg, free to play and action rpg game developed by Smilegate RPG and published by Amazon Games. Released on February 11th 2022 has received 202,021 reviews of which 143,481 were positive and 58,540 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 13,736, this action rpg game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free action rpg games on Steam.
7.1
143,481
58,540
13,736
players
4. Game of Thrones: Kingsroad
A story-driven action-adventure RPG, bringing the world of Westeros to life with remarkable detail and never-before seen scale. Game of Thrones: Kingsroad is a online co-op, multiplayer and choose your own adventure game developed by Netmarble Neo and published by Netmarble. Released on May 21st 2025 has received 3,607 reviews of which 2,230 were positive and 1,377 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.1 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 3,614 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free action rpg games on Steam.
6.1
2,230
1,377
3,614
players
5. GrandChase
Grand Chase is a free side-scrolling online action RPG with anime inspired graphics. Enjoy exciting adventures in dungeons and PvP with unique characters. GrandChase is a action, free to play and pve game developed and published by KOG. Released on July 27th 2021 has received 24,350 reviews of which 15,491 were positive and 8,859 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 2,676 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free action rpg games on Steam.
6.3
15,491
8,859
2,676
players
6. 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 is a rpg, hack and slash and loot game developed and published by XD. Released on May 09th 2023 has received 15,548 reviews of which 10,913 were positive and 4,635 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 403 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #6 position in the best free action rpg games on Steam.
6.9
10,913
4,635
403
players
7. Champions Online
Grab your cape and defend Millennium City in this comic book-style action MMORPG! Design your hero and costume from thousands of costume pieces, face super-villains like Dr. Destroyer, and create your own unique nemesis. Champions Online is a mmorpg, superhero and character customization game developed by Cryptic Studios and published by Arc Games. Released on June 14th 2011 has received 4,182 reviews of which 2,990 were positive and 1,192 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 117 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #7 position in the best free action rpg games on Steam.
7.0
2,990
1,192
117
players
8. Honkai Impact 3rd
Honkai Impact 3rd - Ultimate anime action made real! HD cel-shading, infinite combos, explosive feedback... Experience next-gen real-time action! An original tale told across media, immersive stage events, star-studded voice cast... Become part of the legend! Honkai Impact 3rd is a free to play, action and adventure game developed and published by COGNOSPHERE PTE. LTD.. Released on October 21st 2021 has received 9,740 reviews of which 7,101 were positive and 2,639 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 102 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #8 position in the best free action rpg games on Steam.
7.2
7,101
2,639
102
players
9. Royal Revolt II
Royal Revolt 2 is an asynchronous PvP Reverse Tower Defense game full of medieval magic and action-laden battles.Can you set up your defenses so other Kings and Queens can't crash your castle gates? We're throwing down the gauntlet. Will you pick it up? Royal Revolt II is a action rpg, tower defense and strategy game developed and published by Flaregames. Released on May 19th 2021 has received 324 reviews of which 246 were positive and 78 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free action rpg games on Steam.
7.1
246
78
47
players
10. The Elder Scrolls II: Daggerfall
THE GREAT MACHINE AWAKENS The Elder Scrolls II: Daggerfall is a rpg, fantasy and singleplayer game developed and published by Bethesda Softworks. Released on April 26th 2022 has received 3,057 reviews of which 2,653 were positive and 404 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free action rpg games on Steam.
8.4
2,653
404
43
players