Free to Play Hero Shooter Games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play hero shooter games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on September 14th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Explore the complete list of the best free to play hero shooter games.
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1. Marvel Rivals
Marvel Rivals is a Super Hero Team-Based PVP Shooter! Assemble an all-star Marvel squad, devise countless strategies by combining powers to form unique Team-Up skills and fight in destructible, ever-changing battlefields across the continually evolving Marvel universe! Marvel Rivals is a game developed and published by . Released on December 05th 2024 has received 287,569 reviews of which 228,817 were positive and 58,752 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played hero shooter game, thanks to its 100,435 peak concurrent players over the last day.
7.9
228,817
58,752
100,435
players
2. Team Fortress 2
Nine distinct classes provide a broad range of tactical abilities and personalities. Constantly updated with new game modes, maps, equipment and, most importantly, hats! Team Fortress 2 is a game developed and published by . Released on October 10th 2007 has received 1,161,472 reviews of which 1,044,264 were positive and 117,208 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. While seeing 55,713 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among hero shooter games based on player count.
8.9
1,044,264
117,208
55,713
players
3. 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 game developed and published by . Released on March 06th 2025 has received 43,312 reviews of which 31,792 were positive and 11,520 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. While seeing 2,166 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among hero shooter games based on player count.
7.3
31,792
11,520
2,166
players
4. Farlight 84
Hey Lightcatchers! The latest Farlight 84 update has landed, and it's bringing a massive 60-player shootout with it. Are you ready? Farlight 84 is a game developed and published by . Released on September 21st 2023 has received 53,156 reviews of which 40,922 were positive and 12,234 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. With 2,068 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played hero shooter games.
7.6
40,922
12,234
2,068
players
5. Strinova
Strinova is an anime-style third-person tactical competitive shooter. Switch freely between three-dimensional and two-dimensional forms in this one-of-a-kind game that offers a unique tactical shooting system for an unparalleled experience. Strinova is a game developed and published by . Released on November 21st 2024 has received 26,354 reviews of which 19,679 were positive and 6,675 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. With 1,600 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played hero shooter games.
7.4
19,679
6,675
1,600
players
6. SUPERVIVE
THE ACTION BATTLE ROYALE WITH ENDLESS PLAYSTYLES. Slam into all-out, multi-squad teamfights in this lethal, fast-paced brawl in the sky. Unlock gear, theorycraft builds, and bring your gamebreaking loadout into every match. SUPERVIVE is a game developed and published by . Released on July 23rd 2025 has received 22,306 reviews of which 19,036 were positive and 3,270 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. With 1,365 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played hero shooter games.
8.4
19,036
3,270
1,365
players
7. Paladins®
Paladins is the ultimate fantasy team-based shooter experience, with over 50 customizable Champions fighting in 5v5 action across a diverse Realm of modes and maps! Paladins® is a game developed and published by . Released on May 08th 2018 has received 346,404 reviews of which 294,373 were positive and 52,031 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. With 1,200 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played hero shooter games.
8.4
294,373
52,031
1,200
players
8. Quake Champions
Step into the Arena. Compete against players from around the world in this fast-paced shooter that combines the dark mythos of the original Quake with the skill-based competition of Quake III Arena. Become a Champion. Quake Champions is a game developed and published by . Released on August 18th 2022 has received 38,365 reviews of which 28,297 were positive and 10,068 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. With 207 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played hero shooter games.
7.3
28,297
10,068
207
players
9. Dirty Bomb®
Work together or die alone! Fight to restore peace to London or tear it down for profit in the most challenging team based shooter around. Dirty Bomb® is a game developed and published by . Released on June 02nd 2015 has received 57,167 reviews of which 46,464 were positive and 10,703 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played hero shooter games.
8.0
46,464
10,703
25
players
10. Storm Striker
Stormstriker is a hyperactive 5v5 PvP third-person shooter with colorful hero characters, action-packed gameplay, and an emphasis on teamplay! Join the battlefield by choosing a hero that’s right for your playstyle! Storm Striker is a game developed and published by . Released on November 16th 2023 has received 965 reviews of which 683 were positive and 282 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played hero shooter games.
6.8
683
282
8
players
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