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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Larva Mortus
Larva Mortus is a fast-paced hack and slash top-down shooter. As an agent specializing in exorcism, you are tasked to hunt monsters of the supernatural in a dark, ominous, and randomly generated atmosphere full of undead, terrifying and demonic nightmares.
Rise of the Argonauts
As the King of Iolcus, Jason had everythinga prosperous kingdom, the respect of his peers, and a beautiful fiancé. When she was killed on their wedding day, he vowed to do anything to restore her life. Now, in order to accomplish this heroic feat Jason must seek out the Golden Fleece -- and with the help of Greek mythology's greatest...
Mass Effect (2007)
As Commander Shepard, you lead an elite squad on a heroic, action-packed adventure throughout the galaxy.
Mount & Blade
Calradia is a land at war, offering great riches and even greater dangers to adventurers and mercenaries that flock to shed their blood on its soil. With courage and a strong sword, an unknown stranger can make a name as a warrior. Free-form sand-box gameplay.
Fallout 3
Vault-Tec engineers have worked around the clock on an interactive reproduction of Wasteland life for you to enjoy from the comfort of your own vault. Included is an expansive world, unique combat, shockingly realistic visuals, tons of player choice, and an incredible cast of dynamic characters.
The Witcher: Enhanced Edition Director's Cut
Become The Witcher, Geralt of Rivia, a legendary monster slayer caught in a web of intrigue woven by forces vying for control of the world. Make difficult decisions and live with the consequences in a game that will immerse you in an extraordinary tale like no other.
Sacred Gold
A shadow of evil has fallen on the kingdom of Ancaria. It is a time for champions - a time to journey into the perilous world of SACRED. Battle blood-thirsty orcs & lumbering ogres... Destroy undead wizards & rotting mummies... Slay hellish demons & legendary dragons.
Overlord™: Raising Hell
How evil can you get? Discover how corruptible you are in Overlord, the twisted fantasy action adventure where you can be evil (or really evil). In the game's seriously warped fantasy world, players will become the Overlord and get first-hand experience of how absolute power corrupts absolutely.
Overlord™
Prepare to be tempted, mesmerized and thrilled, become the Overlord, how corrupt you become depends on how you handle any given situation. Your actions impact the game world. With incredible power at your disposal and a team of evil minded minions to do your evil bidding, how will you resist the temptation to be incredibly despotic?
Arx Fatalis
This critically acclaimed first-person RPG from Arkane Studios takes the player on an amazing journey into the fantasy world of Arx. Arx is wrought with turmoil, brought to the brink of destruction by a violent war.
Deus Ex: Game of the Year Edition
The year is 2052 and the world is a dangerous and chaotic place. Terrorists operate openly - killing thousands; drugs, disease and pollution kill even more. The world's economies are close to collapse and the gap between the insanely wealthy and the desperately poor grows ever wider.
Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines
Vampire®: The Masquerade-Bloodlines™ delivers a new type of RPG experience-one that blends all the core elements of a traditional RPG with the graphical richness, immediacy and brutal combat of a first-person action game. The game plunges players into the dark and gritty vampire underworld of modern-day L.A. as a creature of the night.
Just Cause
Your world...Your rules!
Jade Empire™: Special Edition
Step into the role of an aspiring martial-arts master and follow the path of the open palm or the closed fist.
Dark Messiah of Might & Magic
Discover a new breed of Action-RPG game powered by an enhanced version of the Source™ Engine by Valve. Set in the Might & Magic® universe, players will experience ferocious combat in a dark and immersive fantasy environment. Swords, Stealth, Sorcery. Choose your way to kill.
Earth 2160
After the destruction of the EARTH in 2150, the leaders of the Eurasian Dynasty escaped on board an evacuation fleet. Now they are fighting for the survival of the human species. Their base is one large building comprising of smaller variable parts.
Dangerous Waters
S.C.S. - Dangerous Waters allows you total control over multiple air, surface, and submarine platforms in a modern-day naval environment. Take direct control of individual crew stations and also plan and execute combined arms naval strategies from a top-down 'Commanders Eye' perspective.
Dungeon Siege II
It’s been a generation since you vanquished the evil that plagued the Land of Ehb, and now…a new menace has awakened. In Dungeon Siege II, the sequel to the best-selling RPG from Gas Powered Games, you will be called on to again wield sword and spell to save the world from a growing abomination many years in the making.
Gothic 1
War has been waged across the kingdom of Myrtana. Orcish hordes invaded human territory and the king of the land needed a lot of ore to forge enough weapons, should his army stand against this threat. Whoever breaks the law in these darkest of times is sentenced to serve in the giant penal colony of Khorinis, mining the so much needed...
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.
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 09th 2025.
1. 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 625,988 reviews of which 545,045 were positive and 80,943 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played action rpg game, thanks to its 39,952 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.6
545,045
80,943
39,952
players
2. 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. While seeing 21,280 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among action rpg games based on player count.
7.0
118,511
50,510
21,280
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 201,994 reviews of which 143,491 were positive and 58,503 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. While seeing 20,804 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
143,491
58,503
20,804
players
4. 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 19,144 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played action rpg games.
9.1
48,336
4,149
19,144
players
5. 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 235,018 reviews of which 209,742 were positive and 25,276 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. With 7,765 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played action rpg games.
8.8
209,742
25,276
7,765
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 50,031 reviews of which 32,789 were positive and 17,242 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. With 7,080 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played action rpg games.
6.5
32,789
17,242
7,080
players
7. 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 110,574 reviews of which 87,988 were positive and 22,586 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. With 5,459 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played action rpg games.
7.9
87,988
22,586
5,459
players
8. 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 5,224 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played action rpg games.
6.1
2,230
1,377
5,224
players
9. Hero Siege
Hero Siege brings you the loot with a legion of playable character classes, procedually generated world, over 1000 unique items, endless replayability and a wide variety of dungeons and dangerous zones to explore! Hero Siege is a action rpg, pixel graphics and hack and slash game developed and published by Panic Art Studios Ltd. Released on January 29th 2014 has received 43,477 reviews of which 29,793 were positive and 13,684 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. With 4,898 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played action rpg games.
6.8
29,793
13,684
4,898
players
10. 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 1,149,475 reviews of which 1,111,121 were positive and 38,354 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. With 4,321 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played action rpg games.
9.6
1,111,121
38,354
4,321
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 09th 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€
0.32€
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 44,334 reviews of which 41,126 were positive and 3,208 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
41,126
3,208
-98%
18.99€
0.56€
4. 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 98% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for action rpg games.
7.5
17,197
5,278
-98%
19.99€
0.58€
5. 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 3,701 reviews of which 2,834 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 #5 position in the best deals for action rpg games.
7.4
2,834
867
-98%
44.99€
1.19€
6. Sands of Aura
Sands of Aura is an open-world action adventure with a fantasy setting of a realm in its twilight--a world buried beneath a sea of sand. Sail across the sandseas to return life to a dying world in an unforgettable experience that is equal parts engaging story and unrelenting, souls-like combat. Sands of Aura is a action rpg, souls-like and dungeon crawler game developed by Chashu Entertainment and published by indie.io. Released on October 27th 2023 has received 754 reviews of which 573 were positive and 181 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 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.
7.3
573
181
-98%
22.99€
0.51€
7. 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 3,805 reviews of which 2,791 were positive and 1,014 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for action rpg games.
7.1
2,791
1,014
-98%
19.99€
0.53€
8. 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 #8 position in the best deals for action rpg games.
6.5
1,093
546
-98%
28.99€
0.70€
9. 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 6,955 reviews of which 6,319 were positive and 636 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 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.
8.8
6,319
636
-97%
14.99€
0.52€
10. Troublemaker
Grab a backpack, boxing tape, and focus on what high school is all about: Beating the ever loving crap out of one another! Troublemaker blends favorite action-adventure-beat-'em-up elements from the strongest traditions in the genre. Troublemaker is a adventure, beat 'em up and action rpg game developed by Gamecom Team and published by indie.io. Released on March 31st 2023 has received 975 reviews of which 861 were positive and 114 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 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.
8.4
861
114
-97%
18.49€
0.67€
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 09th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play action rpg games.
1. 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 625,988 reviews of which 545,045 were positive and 80,943 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. With 39,952 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free action rpg games on Steam.
8.6
545,045
80,943
39,952
players
2. 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 201,994 reviews of which 143,491 were positive and 58,503 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 20,804, this action rpg game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free action rpg games on Steam.
7.1
143,491
58,503
20,804
players
3. 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 235,018 reviews of which 209,742 were positive and 25,276 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 7,765, this action rpg game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free action rpg games on Steam.
8.8
209,742
25,276
7,765
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 5,224 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
5,224
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 24,298 reviews of which 15,436 were positive and 8,862 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 3,071 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
15,436
8,862
3,071
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 15,491 reviews of which 10,870 were positive and 4,621 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 644 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
10,870
4,621
644
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 120 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
120
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 9,727 reviews of which 7,089 were positive and 2,638 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 rpg games on Steam.
7.1
7,089
2,638
92
players
9. Elsword Free-to-Play
Elsword is your exciting, side-scrolling, all-action role-playing game: create your own hero, style up to suit your tastes and show off your skills in countless solo and multiplayer adventures – all presented in awesome manga visuals. Elsword Free-to-Play is a free to play, mmorpg and anime game developed by KOG Co. Ltd. and published by Gameforge 4D GmbH. Released on June 14th 2018 has received 1,020 reviews of which 774 were positive and 246 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free action rpg games on Steam.
7.3
774
246
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 3,037 reviews of which 2,636 were positive and 401 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
2,636
401
45
players