Discounted Action 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 games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free action games are available at the bottom of the page.

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Strange Brigade Embark on an exotic journey into danger in this rip-roaring 1930s third person adventure for 1-4 players! Encounter pulse-pounding action, treacherous traps and tales of derring-do!

Price -99% 0.77€
Rating 8.2
Release 27 Aug 2018
Gun Club VR Take to the range with an arsenal of the world’s most powerful weaponry in Gun Club VR. Addictive gameplay and unsurpassed realism combine to make Gun Club VR the ultimate virtual weapon simulator. The only thing missing is the smell of the gunpowder.

Price -53% 9.44€
Rating 7.6
Release 27 Aug 2018
The King's Bird Escape into a world kept secret by a tyrant, and discover the truth about your freedom. Run, jump, and fly through forgotten lost kingdoms with a uniquely momentum-based flying mechanic.

Price -95% 0.93€
Rating 6.7
Release 23 Aug 2018
Bean Battles A unique take on the popular genre of battle royales. Multiple fast pace rounds that rewards kills just as much as being the last alive. Team up, take revenge, and be the last bean standing.

Price -51% 0.49€
Rating 9.1
Release 22 Aug 2018
Guacamelee! 2 Head back to the Mexiverse in this long-awaited sequel to the smash hit Guacamelee! Uppercut your way to victory across stunning new hand-crafted levels. Featuring a dense and colorful world, new luchador moves, sassy new bosses, twice the enemies, and 300% more chickens!

Price -90% 2.07€
Rating 8.7
Release 21 Aug 2018
Brawlout Brawlout is the platform fighting game, designed for couch play, online ranked matches and competitive tournaments. Now at 2.0!

Price -96% 0.81€
Rating 7.2
Release 20 Aug 2018
Sword Art Online Re: Hollow Fragment Take on the role of Kirito, the hero of the popular Sword Art Online anime series, and explore a fantasy world alongside attractive companions! Take down tough enemies in strategic battles and communicate with your companions in real time!

Price -88% 2.54€
Rating 7.5
Release 20 Aug 2018
UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late[cl-r] Pick one of 20 unique characters and fight your way through the dangers of the “Hollow Night”, and claim your victory over those who would get in your way. Experience intuitive and tight 2D fighter controls, with a splash of devastating combos and unique fighting styles to keep your appetite for battle sated!

Price -97% 1.19€
Rating 9.1
Release 20 Aug 2018
Perfect Heist Perfect Heist is a round-based online game, where the robber team tries to execute a bank robbery without getting noticed, and the cop team tries to prevent it. Robbers hide in plain sight and try to slowly infiltrate the bank while the Cops try to figure out who is a normal customer, and who is a robber!

Price -52% 2.44€
Rating 6.8
Release 17 Aug 2018
State of Mind State of Mind is a futuristic thriller game delving into transhumanism. The game explores themes of separation, disjuncture and reunification, in a world that is torn between a dystopian material reality and a utopian virtual future.

Price -98% 0.51€
Rating 7.6
Release 15 Aug 2018
Phantom Doctrine The year is 1983. The world teeters on the verge of destruction as the Cold War tightens its icy grip. East or West: trust no one, question everything. The fate of humanity rests in your hands as you pit spy versus spy in tactical Phantom Doctrine.

Price -95% 2.22€
Rating 7.2
Release 14 Aug 2018
Hasbro's BATTLESHIP Hasbro's Battleship is the original strategic naval war game. Choose your Captain, position your ships, aim your missiles and sink the enemy's fleet! Face them in Classic mode, or step-up the stakes in the all new Commanders Mode. Ready, aim, FIRE!

Price -92% 0.99€
Rating 7.7
Release 14 Aug 2018
Death's Gambit: Afterlife Death's Gambit: Afterlife is a challenging 2D action platformer with deep RPG elements. As an agent of Death bound to his service, unravel the mystery of Siradon and discover the true price of immortality.

Price -95% 1.16€
Rating 7.9
Release 13 Aug 2018
Sword Legacy: Omen Survive strategic turn-based combat in this award-winning indie tactical RPG as you embark on an epic revenge quest in search of the long-lost Excalibur.

Price -99% 0.33€
Rating 6.3
Release 13 Aug 2018
The Walking Dead: The Final Season A secluded school might finally be Clementine’s chance for a home, but protecting it will mean sacrifice.

Price -84% 3.17€
Rating 9.3
Release 13 Aug 2018
TerraTech TerraTech is an open-world, sandbox adventure game, where you design and build your own creations through a mix of crafting, combat and discovery. Design vehicles from a huge library of blocks. Scavenge, craft and buy new parts to survive and become the ultimate planetary prospector.

Price -92% 2.22€
Rating 8.9
Release 10 Aug 2018
We Happy Few From the independent studio that brought you Contrast, We Happy Few is an action/adventure game set in a drug-fuelled, retrofuturistic city in an alternative 1960s England. Hide, fight and conform your way out of this delusional, Joy-obsessed world.

Price -72% 17.18€
Rating 7.5
Release 10 Aug 2018
Squad 44 Team up and join the frontline in Squad 44, the most authentic tactical WW2 shooter. Experience ruthless realism with an immense arsenal of faithfully recreated weapons and vehicles across massive WW2 battlefields.

Price -90% 3.05€
Rating 7.4
Release 09 Aug 2018
Monster Hunter: World Welcome to a new world! In Monster Hunter: World, the latest installment in the series, you can enjoy the ultimate hunting experience, using everything at your disposal to hunt monsters in a new world teeming with surprises and excitement.

Price -66% 10.20€
Rating 8.7
Release 08 Aug 2018
Overcooked! 2 Overcooked returns with a brand-new helping of chaotic cooking action! Journey back to the Onion Kingdom and assemble your team of chefs in classic couch co-op or online play for up to four players. Hold onto your aprons… it’s time to save the world again!

Price -90% 2.35€
Rating 8.9
Release 07 Aug 2018
Dead Cells Dead Cells is a roguelite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.

Price -75% 6.39€
Rating 9.6
Release 06 Aug 2018
Yakuza 0 SEGA’s legendary Japanese series finally comes to PC. Fight like hell through Tokyo and Osaka as junior yakuza Kiryu and Majima. Take a front row seat to 1980s life in Japan in an experience unlike anything else in video gaming, with uncapped framerates and 4K resolutions. A legend is born.

Price -50% 10.10€
Rating 9.4
Release 01 Aug 2018
Regular Human Basketball Ready to play some ball? Grab a team, suit up, and climb inside your human! Prep its thrusters, lower the all-terrain wheels, and spin up that flailing magnet-arm. It's time to play Regular Human Basketball!

Price -96% 0.21€
Rating 7.8
Release 01 Aug 2018
Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice VR Edition The VR Edition of the critically acclaimed BAFTA award-winning Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice. From the makers of Heavenly Sword, Enslaved: Odyssey to the West, and DmC: Devil May Cry, comes a warrior’s brutal journey into myth and madness.

Price -86% 5.12€
Rating 8.1
Release 31 Jul 2018

Action games are a cornerstone genre in the gaming world, cherished for their compelling gameplay that often involves intense combat, quick reactions, and strategic decision-making under pressure. These titles challenge players' reflexes and problem-solving abilities, making them a favorite pastime for both casual and hardcore gamers. On platforms like Steam, action games boast a massive following, thanks to their wide array of styles and creative design.

What Makes a Great Action Game?

Combat Mechanics
Deep and dynamic combat systems that offer a variety of approaches and satisfying feedback for every action taken. Look for games that introduce new weapons, abilities, or enemies as you progress through the adventure.
Pacing and Adrenaline
A well-managed game flow that balances moments of exploration or narration with intense combat sequences, keeping the player constantly engaged and excited.
Freedom of Movement
Fluid and responsive controls that allow players to move agilely, dodge attacks, and strategically position themselves, which is crucial in fast-paced combat situations.

Discover the Vast World of Action Games

Are you searching for the best action games? Here you'll find a curated collection spanning from fast-paced first-person shooters (FPS) and adrenaline-pumping hack and slash titles, to engaging action RPGs with compelling stories and online multiplayer action games that let you challenge friends or foes worldwide. Whether you prefer tactical action, breathtaking combat, or expansive exploratory adventures, our selection is constantly updated to offer you the most exciting new action titles and must-play classics.

What are the best platformer games for beginners?

If you're looking for beginner-friendly action games that ease you into the genre without overwhelming you, consider starting with titles that offer clear objectives, forgiving mechanics, and gradual difficulty spikes. Games like Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales offer intuitive combat and traversal, allowing you to feel powerful quickly. Horizon Zero Dawn™ Remastered also features accessible combat systems with clear enemy weaknesses and excellent tutorials.

Shared Adventures Await!

Multiplayer platformer games are all about creating unforgettable shared adventures. Experience the thrill of cooperating to overcome tricky obstacles and timing jumps perfectly alongside a buddy in local co-op gems like Cuphead or Rayman® Legends. Or, if you prefer connecting remotely, dive into unique online multiplayer experiences where teamwork is key, such as the delightful cooperative challenges of It Takes Two or the frantic, chaotic races of Party Animals.

Most played action games on Steam

Take a look at the top action games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of June 21st 2025.

1. Counter-Strike 2

For over two decades, Counter-Strike has offered an elite competitive experience, one shaped by millions of players from across the globe. And now the next chapter in the CS story is about to begin. This is Counter-Strike 2. Counter-Strike 2 is a fps, shooter and multiplayer game developed and published by Valve. Released on August 21st 2012 has received 8,815,087 reviews of which 7,642,084 were positive and 1,173,003 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 game, thanks to its 781,783 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.6
7,642,084
1,173,003

781,783
players

2. Crosshair X

Overlay custom crosshairs on every game you play. Choose from thousands of unique crosshairs created by the Crosshair X community or design your own using the designer. Crosshair X is a action, indie and adventure game developed and published by CenterPoint Gaming. Released on August 17th 2020 has received 31,352 reviews of which 29,275 were positive and 2,077 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. While seeing 46,431 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among action games based on player count.
9.2
29,275
2,077

46,431
players

3. HELLDIVERS™ 2

The Galaxy’s Last Line of Offence. Enlist in the Helldivers and join the fight for freedom across a hostile galaxy in a fast, frantic, and ferocious third-person shooter. HELLDIVERS™ 2 is a online co-op, pve and third-person shooter game developed by Arrowhead Game Studios and published by PlayStation Publishing LLC. Released on February 08th 2024 has received 1,017,635 reviews of which 775,883 were positive and 241,752 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. While seeing 40,214 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among action games based on player count.
7.6
775,883
241,752

40,214
players

4. Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced

Experience entertainment blockbusters Grand Theft Auto V and Grand Theft Auto Online — now upgraded for a new generation with stunning visuals, faster loading, 3D audio, and more, plus exclusive content for GTA Online players. Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced is a open world, action and multiplayer game developed by Rockstar North and published by Rockstar Games. Released on March 04th 2025 has received 55,881 reviews of which 38,595 were positive and 17,286 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. With 34,931 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played action games.
6.8
38,595
17,286

34,931
players

5. 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. With 33,848 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played action games.
8.6
545,393
81,110

33,848
players

6. PAYDAY 2

PAYDAY 2 is an action-packed, four-player co-op shooter that once again lets gamers don the masks of the original PAYDAY crew - Dallas, Hoxton, Wolf and Chains - as they descend on Washington DC for an epic crime spree. PAYDAY 2 is a co-op, action and fps game developed by OVERKILL - a Starbreeze Studio. and published by Starbreeze Publishing AB. Released on August 13th 2013 has received 663,082 reviews of which 594,327 were positive and 68,755 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 31,458 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played action games.
8.9
594,327
68,755

31,458
players

7. STAR WARS™ Battlefront™ II

Be the hero in the ultimate STAR WARS™ battle fantasy with STAR WARS™ Battlefront™ II: Celebration Edition! STAR WARS™ Battlefront™ II is a multiplayer, shooter and singleplayer game developed by DICE and published by Electronic Arts. Released on June 11th 2020 has received 71,208 reviews of which 62,342 were positive and 8,866 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. With 17,822 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played action games.
8.6
62,342
8,866

17,822
players

8. Counter-Strike: Source

Counter-Strike: Source blends Counter-Strike's award-winning teamplay action with the advanced technology of Source™ technology. Counter-Strike: Source is a shooter, fps and action game developed and published by Valve. Released on November 01st 2004 has received 182,234 reviews of which 175,426 were positive and 6,808 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. With 12,800 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played action games.
9.5
175,426
6,808

12,800
players

9. Hades II

Battle beyond the Underworld using dark sorcery to take on the Titan of Time in this bewitching sequel to the award-winning rogue-like dungeon crawler. Hades II is a action, rogue-like and rogue-lite game developed and published by Supergiant Games. Released on May 06th 2024 has received 64,132 reviews of which 60,844 were positive and 3,288 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. With 12,503 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played action games.
9.3
60,844
3,288

12,503
players

10. Arma Reforger

Experience authentic Cold War combat and join the struggle for the sprawling, mid-Atlantic island of Everon and its smaller, offshore territory, Arland – or take on the role of Game Master and create your very own scenarios for others to enjoy. Arma Reforger is a military, simulation and action game developed and published by Bohemia Interactive. Released on November 16th 2023 has received 30,623 reviews of which 23,326 were positive and 7,297 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. With 11,541 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played action games.
7.5
23,326
7,297

11,541
players

Best deals on action games on Steam

Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of action games available on Steam right now, updated on June 21st 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted action games.

1. In Sound Mind

In Sound Mind is an imaginative first-person psychological horror with frenetic puzzles, unique boss fights, and original music by The Living Tombstone. Journey within the inner workings of the one place you can’t seem to escape—your own mind. In Sound Mind is a horror, psychological horror and story rich game developed by We Create Stuff and published by Maximum Entertainment. Released on September 28th 2021 has received 5,812 reviews of which 5,535 were positive and 277 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. Featuring a massive 99% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for action category.
9.2
5,535
277

-99% 29.99€ 0.49€

2. Prodeus

Prodeus is a first-person shooter of old, re-imagined using modern rendering techniques and technology. Experience the quality you’d expect from a modern AAA game, designed with retro aesthetics and gameplay that invoke the tech-imposed limits of older hardware. Prodeus is a boomer shooter, fps and retro game developed by Bounding Box Software Inc. and published by Humble Games. Released on September 23rd 2022 has received 7,556 reviews of which 7,021 were positive and 535 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 99% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in action games.
9
7,021
535

-99% 24.99€ 0.49€

3. Valfaris: Mecha Therion

Therion returns as the hunt for Lord Vroll continues. Pilot an advanced machine of death and destruction in this explosive 2.5D side-scrolling shoot ‘em up, and sequel to the critically acclaimed Valfaris. Strap in and unleash mecha hell! Valfaris: Mecha Therion is a action, shoot 'em up and arcade game developed by Steel Mantis and published by Silver Lining Interactive. Released on November 21st 2023 has received 358 reviews of which 331 were positive and 27 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 99% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in action games.
8.5
331
27

-99% 24.50€ 0.43€

4. Dreamscaper

By night, delve deep into your subconscious and discover powerful artifacts to conquer your nightmares. By day, explore the city of Redhaven and build relationships to unlock the power of your dreams. DREAM. DIE. WAKE. REPEAT. Dreamscaper is a action roguelike, rogue-lite and action game developed by Afterburner Studios and published by Maple Whispering Limited and indie.io. Released on August 05th 2021 has received 3,028 reviews of which 2,670 were positive and 358 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 99% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for action games.
8.5
2,670
358

-99% 22.99€ 0.43€

5. Dandy Ace

Dandy Ace is an over the top action game that follows this fabulous magician seeking to combine and use his magical cards, fighting and looting his way to defeat the Green-Eyed Illusionist and free himself from a cursed mirror. Dandy Ace is a action, indie and rogue-lite game developed by Mad Mimic and published by NEOWIZ. Released on March 25th 2021 has received 1,222 reviews of which 1,079 were positive and 143 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 99% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for action games.
8.4
1,079
143

-99% 16.79€ 0.25€

6. Beyond a Steel Sky

From multi-award winning Revolution comes ‘Beyond a Steel Sky’, a groundbreaking 3D adventure thriller, set in an AI-driven future. Subvert the world, hack the systems and solve dark conspiracies to uncover the devastating truth. Beyond a Steel Sky is a adventure, point & click and cyberpunk game developed and published by Revolution Software Ltd. Released on July 16th 2020 has received 1,470 reviews of which 1,293 were positive and 177 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 99% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for action games.
8.4
1,293
177

-99% 29.99€ 0.53€

7. Slash It 2

Slash It 2 is a 2D colorful arcade game. The goal is to press letters, numbers and type words in the right time and direction. Slash It 2 is a casual, indie and action game developed by EGAMER and published by SA Industry. Released on January 24th 2017 has received 1,256 reviews of which 1,104 were positive and 152 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 99% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for action games.
8.4
1,104
152

-99% 39.99€ 0.45€

8. Strange Brigade

Embark on an exotic journey into danger in this rip-roaring 1930s third person adventure for 1-4 players! Encounter pulse-pounding action, treacherous traps and tales of derring-do! Strange Brigade is a action, adventure and co-op game developed and published by Rebellion. Released on August 27th 2018 has received 10,728 reviews of which 9,034 were positive and 1,694 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 99% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for action games.
8.2
9,034
1,694

-99% 49.99€ 0.77€

9. Slash It

Slash It is a 2D colorful arcade game. The goal is to match shapes, press letters and numbers in the right time and direction. Slash It is a casual, indie and action game developed by EGAMER and published by SA Industry. Released on December 17th 2016 has received 1,231 reviews of which 1,060 were positive and 171 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 99% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for action games.
8.2
1,060
171

-99% 39.99€ 0.55€

10. Serious Sam VR: The Last Hope

Serious Sam is back! And this time it's REAL! Serious Sam VR: The Last Hope is a vr, action and gore game developed by Croteam VR and published by Devolver Digital and Croteam. Released on September 20th 2017 has received 1,395 reviews of which 1,180 were positive and 215 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 99% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for action games.
8.1
1,180
215

-99% 28.99€ 0.57€

Free action games on Steam

Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play action games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on June 21st 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play action games.

1. Counter-Strike 2

For over two decades, Counter-Strike has offered an elite competitive experience, one shaped by millions of players from across the globe. And now the next chapter in the CS story is about to begin. This is Counter-Strike 2. Counter-Strike 2 is a fps, shooter and multiplayer game developed and published by Valve. Released on August 21st 2012 has received 8,815,087 reviews of which 7,642,084 were positive and 1,173,003 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. With 781,783 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free action games on Steam.
8.6
7,642,084
1,173,003

781,783
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 33,848, this action game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free action games on Steam.
8.6
545,393
81,110

33,848
players

3. Wuthering Waves

Wuthering Waves is a story-rich open-world action RPG with a high degree of freedom. You wake from your slumber as Rover, joined by a vibrant cast of Resonators on a journey to reclaim your lost memories and change the world. Wuthering Waves is a open world, action and anime game developed and published by KURO GAMES. Released on April 28th 2025 has received 14,136 reviews of which 12,739 were positive and 1,397 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 11,427, this action game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free action games on Steam.
8.8
12,739
1,397

11,427
players

4. Splitgate 2

Splitgate 2 is the only free-to-play shooter with portals, delivering next-level gunplay, fluid movement, and a constantly evolving experience, featuring a new Battle Royale where you can portal between unique worlds. Welcome to the future of sport. Splitgate 2 is a shooter, free to play and multiplayer game developed and published by 1047 Games. Released on May 22nd 2025 has received 15,764 reviews of which 9,714 were positive and 6,050 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.1 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 6,692 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free action games on Steam.
6.1
9,714
6,050

6,692
players

5. World of Tanks Blitz

Tanks, not war: jump into a free-to-play MMO action shooter with over 400 tanks. Enjoy stunning graphics and intuitive touch controls. Engage in 7vs7 battles, strategize with your team to conquer diverse maps. Customize tanks, unlock upgrades, and dive into adrenaline-pumping action on mobile and PC World of Tanks Blitz is a tanks, free to play and shooter game developed and published by Wargaming Group Limited. Released on November 09th 2016 has received 148,161 reviews of which 116,407 were positive and 31,754 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 4,418 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free action games on Steam.
7.8
116,407
31,754

4,418
players

6. World of Warships

Immerse yourself in thrilling naval battles and assemble an armada of over 600 ships from the first half of the 20th century — from stealthy destroyers to gigantic battleships. Change the look of your ship, choose upgrades to suit your play style, and go into battle with other players! World of Warships is a free to play, naval combat and action game developed and published by Wargaming Group Limited. Released on November 15th 2017 has received 146,552 reviews of which 112,887 were positive and 33,665 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 4,309 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #6 position in the best free action games on Steam.
7.6
112,887
33,665

4,309
players

7. Blood Strike

Gather your friends and dive into the action-packed Battle Royale, Squad Fight, or Hot Zone like there's no tomorrow! Blood Strike offers a wide range of playable Strikers, each with a unique active and passive ability letting you deploy drones, shield walls and everything in between. Blood Strike is a action, free to play and shooter game developed and published by NetEase Games. Released on March 13th 2025 has received 8,650 reviews of which 6,886 were positive and 1,764 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 4,252 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #7 position in the best free action games on Steam.
7.8
6,886
1,764

4,252
players

8. Crosshair V2

Crosshair V2 is a crosshair overlay technology that improves aim, response time, and hip fire accuracy for gamers. Choose from a variety of sizes, shapes, and neon colors to find the crosshair that gives you the greatest advantage in your favorite game. Crosshair V2 is a utilities, shooter and action game developed and published by CenterPoint Gaming. Released on January 26th 2023 has received 8,440 reviews of which 7,594 were positive and 846 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 3,907 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #8 position in the best free action games on Steam.
8.7
7,594
846

3,907
players

9. FragPunk

FragPunk is a thrilling 5v5 hero shooter where Shard Cards allow you to break the rules of combat and ensure that no two rounds are ever the same. Get ready to unleash your skills! FragPunk is a fps, free to play and hero shooter game developed and published by Bad Guitar Studio. Released on March 06th 2025 has received 39,631 reviews of which 29,120 were positive and 10,511 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 3,255 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #9 position in the best free action games on Steam.
7.3
29,120
10,511

3,255
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. Attracting a solid base of 3,059 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #10 position in the best free action games on Steam.
6.3
15,491
8,859

3,059
players