Best Multiplayer 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 multiplayer games. For those who prefer not to search, check out lists of the most played, top deals and best free to play Multiplayer games on Steam.

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Flying Tigers: Shadows Over China FLYING TIGERS: SHADOWS OVER CHINA is an air-combat action game based on the historical events of America’s secret volunteer squadrons that defended China against Japan in the China-Burma-India theatre of World War 2.

Price -95% 0.67€
Rating 6.9
Release 29 May 2017
MXGP3 - The Official Motocross Videogame Experience all the adrenaline of Motocross with the official Championship’s only videogame!

Price 19.99€
Rating 8.1
Release 29 May 2017
Life is Feudal: Forest Village LiF:Forest Village is a city builder with survival aspects in a realistic harsh medieval world. Shape, build and expand your settlement, grow various food to prevent your villagers from avitaminosis and starvation. Possess them for additional micromanagement or simply to wander around.

Price -98% 0.54€
Rating 6.5
Release 26 May 2017
Black Desert Played by over 20 million Adventurers - Black Desert Online is an open-world, action MMORPG. Experience intense, action-packed combat, battle massive world bosses, fight alongside friends to siege and conquer castles, and train in professions such as fishing, trading, crafting, cooking, and more!

Price 9.99€
Rating 7.3
Release 24 May 2017
Skillshot City Free to play battle royale with roguelite superpowers. Level up in a chaotic city, draft random skills, and create godlike synergies. If you die mid-match, keep looting to revive before the final showdown. Play solos, 3-man squads, or survive vs waves of bots!

Price Free to play
Rating 8.0
Release 23 May 2017
Steel Division: Normandy 44 Steel Division: Normandy is a tactical real-time strategy (RTS) game that pits players against AI enemies in a single-player campaign -- or against several opponents in massive 10-on-10 multiplayer battles.

Price -78% 4.50€
Rating 7.3
Release 23 May 2017
The Elder Scrolls® Online Every legend starts somewhere and in The Elder Scrolls Online, it starts with you. Join millions of players in an online, fantasy RPG set in a vast living Elder Scrolls world.

Price -75% 4.99€
Rating 8.1
Release 22 May 2017
Portal Knights The world of Elysia needs YOU! Join this cooperative, 3D sandbox action RPG to level up your character, craft epic weapons, conquer enemies in real-time, and build almost anything! Craft your adventure. Forge your hero. Become the ultimate Portal Knight!

Price -98% 0.42€
Rating 8.2
Release 18 May 2017
ENDLESS™ Space 2 ENDLESS™ Space 2 is a Strategic Space Opera, featuring the compelling “just one more turn” gameplay, set in the mysterious ENDLESS™ Universe. As the leader of your civilization, will you impose your vision and build the greatest stellar empire?

Price 39.99€
Rating 8.2
Release 18 May 2017
Battlezone Gold Edition Strap into the cockpit of the Cobra – the most powerful tank ever built – and experience first-person tank combat across neon-scarred sci-fi landscapes in an explosive campaign for 1-4 players – now playable with or without a VR device!

Price -97% 1.16€
Rating 7.4
Release 11 May 2017
Block'hood Block’hood is a neighborhood-building simulator that celebrates the diversity and experimentation of cities and the unique ecosystems within them. Budding city planners will have access to 200+ building blocks to combine and to create unique neighborhoods and discover the implications of their designs.

Price -94% 0.90€
Rating 7.1
Release 10 May 2017
Creativerse A sandbox adventure game as big as your imagination.

Price 22.99€
Rating 7.6
Release 08 May 2017
NBA Playgrounds Classic NBA arcade action is back! Take your “A” game to the playground and beat the best in high-flying 2-on-2 basketball action. Practice your skills offline, play with up to three others and take your talents online to posterize your opponents with acrobatic jams and ridiculous displays of skill.

Price -78% 3.82€
Rating 6.9
Release 08 May 2017
Animation Throwdown: The Quest for Cards Family Guy, Bob's Burgers, Futurama, American Dad, King of the Hill, and Archer join forces in Animation Throwdown, your favorite new collectible card game. Collect your favorite characters, combine cards to make hilarious combos, and battle your way through an adventure of animated proportions.

Price Free to play
Rating 7.3
Release 05 May 2017
Mass Exodus Redux Whether you’re playing the seeker (VR) or rogue android (PC), Mass Exodus is a tense and absorbing local multiplayer game. With 4 extensive maps each with unique kill methods and some creative power-ups, you need to try outsmart your friends anyway you can. Oculus Touch and HTC Vive compatible.

Price 6.89€
Rating 6.9
Release 04 May 2017
Metal Waltz: Anime tank girls Military Strategy + RPG + Collection + Story. This is a story of the war between mankind and the tank monsters. The hope of the human relies on the girls, whose bodies have been rebuilt and combined with armor parts. All the girls are under your command. Lead your army, won the war!

Price Free to play
Rating 7.6
Release 02 May 2017
Bunny Hop League Inspired by old school first person shooters, Bunny Hop League takes you right back to the golden age of gaming, when hopping, strafing and surfing were all the rage.

Price 5.99€
Rating 6.9
Release 27 Apr 2017
DRAGON QUEST HEROES™ II DRAGON QUEST HEROES II is a hack-and-slash Action RPG that sends you on a new adventure to restore order to a once peaceful world filled with monsters and battles of epic proportions. Up to 4 players can play in cooperative multiplayer to defeat an unknown threat looming over the Seven Realms!

Price 59.99€
Rating 6.8
Release 25 Apr 2017
BlazBlue Centralfiction Combining a 2D fighting game with a visual novel, the BlazBlue series continues on with massive fan support! The latest installation, BlazBlue: Centralfiction, serves as the ending to the Azure Saga, revealing the hidden truth of the world!

Price -77% 8.72€
Rating 9.1
Release 25 Apr 2017
Sniper Ghost Warrior 3 Go behind enemy lines with the ultimate modern military shooter. Play as an American sniper dropped in Georgia, near Russian border. Choose your own path to accomplish your missions across an unforgiving open world.

Price -98% 0.53€
Rating 6.6
Release 24 Apr 2017
Outlast 2 Outlast 2 introduces you to Sullivan Knoth and his followers, who left our wicked world behind to give birth to Temple Gate, a town, deep in the wilderness and hidden from civilization. Knoth and his flock are preparing for the tribulations of the end of times and you’re right in the thick of it.

Price -97% 0.74€
Rating 9.0
Release 24 Apr 2017
Halo Wars: Definitive Edition Halo Wars: Definitive Edition is an enhanced version of the real-time strategy classic, Halo Wars, updated to run natively on PC. Halo Wars: Definitive Edition includes improved graphics, new achievements and all of the DLC created for the landmark real-time strategy game.

Price 19.99€
Rating 8.8
Release 20 Apr 2017
Rick and Morty: Virtual Rick-ality Rick and Morty: Virtual Rick-ality smashes together the absolute VR chaos of the award-winning Job Simulator with the ridiculous, all-out, take-no-prisoners comedy of Rick and Morty.

Price 27.99€
Rating 7.2
Release 20 Apr 2017
Forts Unleash your creativity and strategic prowess in Forts, the exhilarating physics-based RTS! Design, construct, and customize imposing fortresses, bristling with devastating firepower, and blast your opponent’s buildings to rubble!

Price -46% 8.13€
Rating 9.0
Release 19 Apr 2017

Multiplayer games are a blast! They let you team up or compete with friends and players from all over the world. Whether you're strategizing in a co-op mission or battling it out in a competitive arena, multiplayer games offer endless fun and excitement.

What Makes a Great Multiplayer Game?

Engaging Gameplay The game should be fun and keep players coming back for more. Look for games with interesting mechanics and challenges.
Community Engagement
A strong community can enhance your gaming experience. Games that foster teamwork and communication often lead to memorable moments.
Regular Updates
Developers who listen to player feedback and provide updates keep the game fresh and exciting. Look for games that regularly add new content or fix issues.

Player reviews and ratings are crucial. They give you insight into what others think about the game and help you find the best options.

Top Multiplayer Game Categories

Co-op Games
These games allow you to team up with friends to complete missions or challenges together. Great for those who enjoy working as a team!
Competitive Games
If you love a good challenge, competitive games pit you against other players. Think of games like first-person shooters or battle arenas.
Battle Royale
This genre has exploded in popularity. Players drop into a large map, scavenge for gear, and fight to be the last one standing.
MMORPGs (Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Games)
These games let you explore vast worlds with thousands of other players, complete quests, and level up your character.

How to Find the Best Multiplayer Games

Finding the right multiplayer game is easy with our site!
Use Filters
Our site allows you to filter games by category, rating and popularity. This way, you can quickly find games that fit your preferences.
Sort by Ratings
Check out the highest-rated games to see what others are enjoying. You can also look for games with a lot of reviews to ensure they're popular and well-received.

Tips for Enjoying Multiplayer Games

Join Communities
Many games have dedicated communities on platforms like Discord or Reddit. Joining these can help you find friends to play with and get tips.
Communicate
Use voice chat or in-game messaging to coordinate with your team. Good communication can make or break your game!
Practice
Don't be discouraged if you're not great at first. Like anything, practice makes perfect. Keep playing and you'll improve over time.

What are the best multiplayer games for beginners?

Look for games with simple mechanics and friendly communities. Titles like Among Us and Terraria are great starting points because they're easy to pick up and have a welcoming player base.

How do I find friends to play with?

You can find friends through in-game features, social media, or gaming forums. Many games have built-in friend systems, and platforms like Discord are great for connecting with other players who share your interests.

What should I look for in a multiplayer game?

Consider what type of gameplay you enjoy. Do you prefer co-op or competitive? Look for games with good reviews, active communities, and regular updates. Also, think about the game's accessibility, some games are more beginner-friendly than others.

Now that you have a better understanding of the best multiplayer games on Steam, it's time to dive in and start playing! Whether you're teaming up with friends or jumping into a competitive match, there's a game out there for everyone. Don't forget to explore our recommended games and use the site's filters to find the perfect fit for your gaming style.