Best e-sports 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 e-sports games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free e-sports games are available at the bottom of the page.

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RaceRoom Racing Experience

RaceRoom is the premier free-to-play racing simulation on PC and home to official race series like DTM, WTCR, the WTCC and ADAC GT Masters. Enter RaceRoom and enter the world of a professional race car driver.

Price Free to play
Rating 7.4
Release 12 Feb 2013

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.

Price Free to play
Rating 8.7
Release 21 Aug 2012

Quake III Arena

The greatest warriors of all time and space have been summoned to battle for the amusement of an ancient alien race. Wield a variety of guns and power-ups as you fight for glory against ruthless combatants in this fast-paced single-player and multiplayer FPS.

Price 14.99€
Rating 9.2
Release 03 Aug 2007

Counter-Strike: Source

Counter-Strike: Source blends Counter-Strike's award-winning teamplay action with the advanced technology of Source™ technology.

Price 9.75€
Rating 9.5
Release 01 Nov 2004

Counter-Strike

Play the world's number 1 online action game. Engage in an incredibly realistic brand of terrorist warfare in this wildly popular team-based game. Ally with teammates to complete strategic missions. Take out enemy sites. Rescue hostages. Your role affects your team's success. Your team's success affects your role.

Price 8.19€
Rating 9.6
Release 01 Nov 2000

Most played e-sports games on Steam

Take a look at the top e-sports games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 30th 2025.

1. Dota 2

Every day, millions of players worldwide enter battle as one of over a hundred Dota heroes. And no matter if it's their 10th hour of play or 1,000th, there's always something new to discover. With regular updates that ensure a constant evolution of gameplay, features, and heroes, Dota 2 has taken on a life of its own. Dota 2 is a free to play, moba and multiplayer game developed and published by Valve. Released on July 09th 2013 has received 2,473,717 reviews of which 2,016,368 were positive and 457,349 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played e-sports game, thanks to its 284,822 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.1
2,016,368
457,349

284,822
players

2. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege

Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege is an elite, tactical team-based shooter where superior planning and execution triumph. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege is a fps, pvp and e-sports game developed by Ubisoft Montreal and published by Ubisoft. Released on December 01st 2015 has received 1,389,850 reviews of which 1,166,753 were positive and 223,097 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. While seeing 59,643 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among e-sports games based on player count.
8.4
1,166,753
223,097

59,643
players

3. Pro Soccer Online

Pro Soccer Online is a 1st/3rd person, highly skill based, online multiplayer soccer game. It offers a sports game experience unlike any other with smooth, physics based, input driven gameplay that is competitive and rewarding with no pay to win mechanics. Pro Soccer Online is a sports, football (soccer) and multiplayer game developed and published by Skywall Studios LLC. Released on November 15th 2021 has received 23,856 reviews of which 21,452 were positive and 2,404 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. While seeing 457 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among e-sports games based on player count.
8.8
21,452
2,404

457
players

4. MotoGP™24

Rev up your engines, MotoGP™24 is back! Dive into the heart-pounding action of the 2024 season and immerse yourself in the thrills of unexplored landscapes, all thanks to the revolutionary Riders market! MotoGP™24 is a racing, sports and e-sports game developed and published by Milestone S.r.l.. Released on May 02nd 2024 has received 1,003 reviews of which 846 were positive and 157 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played e-sports games.
8.0
846
157

86
players

5. Soccer Online: Ball 3D

Soccer simulator. Control one player and kick the ball high or low, hard or lightly, curve, dribble and perform tricks. Play online or with bots. Join over a million players who have already played. Buy now and have fun or wishlist for later. Soccer Online: Ball 3D is a sports, football (soccer) and pvp game developed and published by Unusualsoft. Released on March 31st 2017 has received 10,038 reviews of which 8,492 were positive and 1,546 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played e-sports games.
8.2
8,492
1,546

73
players

6. Rooftops & Alleys: The Parkour Game

Ever felt like the world was missing that one Parkour/Freerunning game? That game that scratches that itch that other games just don't? Rooftops & Alleys aka TheParkourGame is here to deliver! In this game, there's is no 'hold button to parkour' mentality. Here, you, the player is in control! Rooftops & Alleys: The Parkour Game is a simulation, sports and parkour game developed and published by MLMEDIA. Released on May 21st 2024 has received 5,198 reviews of which 5,036 were positive and 162 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played e-sports games.
9.3
5,036
162

67
players

7. TRYP FPV: Drone Racer Simulator

Fly freely and perfect your skills as an FPV pilot without the risk of breakage, with hyper-realistic visuals and flight sensations. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, TRYP FPV is the next-generation simulator that immerses you in the pure adrenaline of FPV drone flying. TRYP FPV: Drone Racer Simulator is a early access, flight and immersive sim game developed and published by UNDEAD BATTERY. Released on June 30th 2022 has received 2,500 reviews of which 2,131 were positive and 369 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played e-sports games.
8.2
2,131
369

45
players

8. Teamfight Manager

Teamfight Manager is a simulation game where you are the coach of an e-sports team. You must manage players to set them up for matches. Make the best of pick & ban by evaluating the characteristics of the champions/players! A smart strategy can make up for a lack of individual player skills. Teamfight Manager is a simulation, management and e-sports game developed and published by Team Samoyed. Released on March 01st 2021 has received 5,545 reviews of which 4,822 were positive and 723 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played e-sports games.
8.4
4,822
723

36
players

9. Liftoff®: Micro Drones

Explore the world of FPV like never before! In Liftoff®: Micro Drones any indoor area becomes an exciting aerial playground. Explore, customize and compete in this simulator dedicated to the micro drones class. Liftoff®: Micro Drones is a action, simulation and racing game developed and published by LuGus Studios. Released on November 30th 2021 has received 706 reviews of which 641 were positive and 65 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played e-sports games.
8.5
641
65

27
players

10. Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2

Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 lets you duke it out with the biggest and best fighting character roster yet! Choose your favorite brawlers, master their unique move sets, and use all-new powerful Supers to land the finishing blow with friends or across a unique, roguelike player campaign! Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 is a action, 2d fighter and arcade game developed by Fair Play Labs and published by GameMill Entertainment. Released on November 07th 2023 has received 1,607 reviews of which 1,211 were positive and 396 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played e-sports games.
7.3
1,211
396

19
players

Best deals on e-sports games on Steam

Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of e-sports games available on Steam right now, updated on April 30th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted e-sports games.

1. Monster Energy Supercross - The Official Videogame 5

Hold on fast to the handlebar of your bike because a new chapter of the series has finally arrived. Try Monster Energy Supercross - The Official Videogame 5 and discover the quintessence of indoor supercross! Monster Energy Supercross - The Official Videogame 5 is a racing, simulation and sports game developed and published by Milestone S.r.l.. Released on March 17th 2022 has received 511 reviews of which 348 were positive and 163 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. Featuring a massive 71% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for e-sports category.
6.5
348
163

-71% 39.72€ 11.52€

2. eSports Legend

Esports Legend is a Esports club simulator. You are here to make a unknown amateur team world-famous within several seasons! eSports Legend is a simulation, strategy and indie game developed by 90Games and published by Coconut Island Games. Released on October 15th 2018 has received 1,196 reviews of which 744 were positive and 452 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.1 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 62% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in e-sports games.
6.1
744
452

-62% 8.19€ 3.11€

3. Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2

Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 lets you duke it out with the biggest and best fighting character roster yet! Choose your favorite brawlers, master their unique move sets, and use all-new powerful Supers to land the finishing blow with friends or across a unique, roguelike player campaign! Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 is a action, 2d fighter and arcade game developed by Fair Play Labs and published by GameMill Entertainment. Released on November 07th 2023 has received 1,607 reviews of which 1,211 were positive and 396 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Thanks to its 30% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in e-sports games.
7.3
1,211
396

-30% 49.99€ 34.99€

Free e-sports games on Steam

Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play e-sports games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 30th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play e-sports games.

1. Dota 2

Every day, millions of players worldwide enter battle as one of over a hundred Dota heroes. And no matter if it's their 10th hour of play or 1,000th, there's always something new to discover. With regular updates that ensure a constant evolution of gameplay, features, and heroes, Dota 2 has taken on a life of its own. Dota 2 is a free to play, moba and multiplayer game developed and published by Valve. Released on July 09th 2013 has received 2,473,717 reviews of which 2,016,368 were positive and 457,349 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. With 284,822 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free e-sports games on Steam.
8.1
2,016,368
457,349

284,822
players

2. Disc Space

Disc Space is a multiplayer Ultimate Frisbee game with up to 10 players online. Play with your friends or find new ones. Unlimited fun is guaranteed. Disc Space is a sports, pvp and e-sports game developed and published by Vadim Slyusarev. Released on November 13th 2020 has received 558 reviews of which 475 were positive and 83 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played free e-sports games on Steam.
8.0
475
83

4
players

3. Rushdown Revolt

Rushdown Revolt is a platform fighter featuring 12 dazzlingly unique characters and best-in-the-business rollback netcode. Rushdown Revolt is a action, adventure and sports game developed and published by Vortex Games. Released on September 10th 2020 has received 1,505 reviews of which 1,192 were positive and 313 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free e-sports games on Steam.
7.6
1,192
313

1
players

4. Armajet

Unique 2.5D multiplayer jetpack combat that unites players around the world in competition. Cross-platform so you can access your progress and play on the go with your mobile device of choice. Updated frequently with new content and features, with good developer responsiveness! Armajet is a action, free to play and violent game developed and published by Super Bit Machine. Released on October 08th 2019 has received 690 reviews of which 588 were positive and 102 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free e-sports games on Steam.
8.0
588
102

5. Let It Flow

What happens when you let your Youtube community make a game? Well, you're looking at it. Chat tells me what to make and so I build it for them. I have no choice but to fulfill their wishes. Don't judge me. Let It Flow is a action, racing and action-adventure game developed by DevAddict's Chat and published by DevAddict. Released on March 05th 2021 has received 747 reviews of which 608 were positive and 139 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free e-sports games on Steam.
7.7
608
139

6. Supraball

Play football in first person view and develop your own tactics and tricks. Play with up to 9 of your friends or join alone. No Pay2Win! Supraball is a sports, multiplayer and free to play game developed and published by Supra Games. Released on February 08th 2019 has received 3,247 reviews of which 2,502 were positive and 745 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played free e-sports games on Steam.
7.5
2,502
745