Free to Play Hack and Slash Games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play hack and slash games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on September 13th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Explore the complete list of the best free to play hack and slash games.
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1. 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 game developed and published by . 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. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played hack and slash game, thanks to its 18,219 peak concurrent players over the last day.
7.1
143,481
58,540
18,219
players
2. 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 game developed and published by . 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. While seeing 5,678 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among hack and slash games based on player count.
8.8
209,822
25,269
5,678
players
3. 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 game developed and published by . Released on May 09th 2023 has received 16,942 reviews of which 11,830 were positive and 5,112 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. While seeing 485 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among hack and slash games based on player count.
6.9
11,830
5,112
485
players
4. AdventureQuest 3D
The Void King is raising an army in secret. Death has chosen you as his champion to bring him down. Adventure & quest alongside your friends in this bizarre cross-platform MMORPG from the creators of the original, and comically-redundantly named... AdventureQuest! Weekly releases! AdventureQuest 3D is a game developed and published by . Released on October 28th 2022 has received 9,286 reviews of which 7,584 were positive and 1,702 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. With 182 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played hack and slash games.
8.0
7,584
1,702
182
players
5. Vindictus
Enter a dark and sinister world where you must battle for survival. With gratifying real-time combat, epic monsters, and glorious visuals, this isn't just another MMO... This is VINDICTUS! Vindictus is a game developed and published by . Released on June 22nd 2012 has received 7,863 reviews of which 5,300 were positive and 2,563 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. With 140 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played hack and slash games.
6.6
5,300
2,563
140
players
6. Drakensang Online
Explore a world of magic and intrigue, filled with terrifying monsters and ferocious enemies! Discover the mysteries of Dracania, battle against the forces of evil and become a hero in Drakensang Online, the award-winning action RPG. Drakensang Online is a game developed and published by . Released on May 16th 2023 has received 1,905 reviews of which 1,239 were positive and 666 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. With 107 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played hack and slash games.
6.4
1,239
666
107
players
7. Eternium
Hack & slash against the dark forces threatening your home-world. Experience intense tactical fights in this fast paced, old school action RPG. Eternium is a game developed and published by . Released on August 21st 2023 has received 4,154 reviews of which 3,405 were positive and 749 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played hack and slash games.
7.9
3,405
749
79
players
8. Elsword Free-to-Play
A sidescroller blended with role-playing. in Elsword it's all style, teamwork and action! Choose one of the 15 far out characters and fight in the wildest anime adventure of your life. From powerful combos to smart, well-timed moves, the game’s fast-paced and thrilling battles will keep you hooked. Elsword Free-to-Play is a game developed and published by . Released on June 14th 2018 has received 1,034 reviews of which 787 were positive and 247 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played hack and slash games.
7.3
787
247
47
players
9. Blood of Steel
"Blood of Steel" is a fair competitive multiplayer online game. You will ride into a battlefield where thousands clash, employing unique four-directional slashing maneuvers and strategic formations to defeat your opponents, experiencing the charm of warfare in the age of cold weapons! Blood of Steel is a game developed and published by . Released on October 20th 2020 has received 6,778 reviews of which 5,132 were positive and 1,646 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played hack and slash games.
7.4
5,132
1,646
27
players
10. King of Crabs
Battle Royale with crabs! Intense multiplayer action, with up to 100 players! Scrap, scavenge and slaughter your way to becoming the King of Crabs! King of Crabs is a game developed and published by . Released on September 25th 2023 has received 8,978 reviews of which 7,102 were positive and 1,876 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played hack and slash games.
7.7
7,102
1,876
26
players
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