Best PvP 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 pvp games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free pvp games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Party Animals
Fight your friends as puppies, kittens and other fuzzy creatures in PARTY ANIMALS! Paw it out with your friends remotely, or huddle together for chaotic fun on the same screen. Interact with the world under our realistic physics engine. Did I mention PUPPIES?
Mortal Kombat 1
Discover a reborn Mortal Kombat™ Universe created by the Fire God Liu Kang. Mortal Kombat™ 1 ushers in a new era of the iconic franchise with a new fighting system, game modes, and fatalities!
HumanitZ
HumanitZ is a co-op, isometric, open world survival game in a world ended by the zombie outbreak. As one of the few human survivors, try to last as long as “humanly” possible. The past can’t be changed, but you can make a difference today for the future of humanity.
Army Troop
Army Troop is an old-school PvP World War 2 online first-person shooter. Reminding you of the good old days World War games.
The Backrooms: Survival
Survival horror with roguelike elements. Explore randomized levels with different items and entities while trying to maintain your thirst, hunger, and sanity, ensuring a new experience every time. Play alone or with up to TEN friends online! Cross-platform multiplayer with Nintendo Switch.
Dune: Spice Wars
A 4X real-time strategy game from the developers of the critically acclaimed Northgard. Set in Frank Herbert’s groundbreaking Dune universe, you must lead your faction and battle for control and dominance over the harsh desert planet of Arrakis.
MICROVOLTS: Recharged
Microvolts Recharged is a quirky lobby-based third-person shooter with a unique toy theme. The game features a fun character cast and freely swappable 7 weapon types. Battle it out across dozens of large well-designed maps and frag your enemies!
Dokapon Kingdom: Connect
Make friends or frenemies! Be a savvy schemer in this hybrid RPG party game!
The Riflemen
Multiplayer first-person shooter with classic WW2 bolt-action rifles. Tight battles between two teams with up to 5 players in each, lots of unique arenas, game-changing weapon drops, different game modes, and lots of customization options. You'd better not miss a shot!
90 Minute Fever - Online Football (Soccer) Manager
90 Minute Fever is an online football management game that offers extremely challenging gameplay where you get to compete against others from all over the world!
Wolvesville
Wolvesville is a multiplayer game for up to 16 players. Each game has different teams such as villagers or werewolves all fighting to be the last team standing. Use special abilities to uncover the roles of other players and convince your fellow players to work with you.
Brave Nine
Brave Nine is a strategic turn-based battle game featuring over 300 unique Mercenaries presented in stunning artwork. Create your own unique formations, challenge other Captains and engage in decisive combat in tons of modes.
Town of Salem 2
Step into the Town of Salem, a realm of Mystery and Deceit awaits! Join us in this thrilling online strategy game. Experience paranoia, taste triumph, and confront Murder in every move!
J-Jump Arena
J-Jump Arena is a free-to-play, turn-based elimination party game, challenging you to master jumps and weapon skills. Play solo or in multiplayer with up to 10 players, where moves happen simultaneously! Outsmart opponents in this fast-paced game that’s easy to learn but hard to master.
Clue/Cluedo
Step into new Crime Scenes. Use your skills of deduction to unravel the mystery and find out who did it, with what weapon, where. It’s the original crime-solving classic with new investigation formats exclusive to the video game. Solve every case and become the detective you want to be!
MARVEL SNAP
MARVEL SNAP is a fast-paced Collectible Card Game that reimagines the genre with innovative mechanics. Winner of multiple awards like 'Best Strategy Game' and 'Breakthrough Game of the Year,' we invite you to join millions of players worldwide – Jump right in!
Project Hardline
Project Hardline is a party first person shooter game where two teams fight to capture an uplink station. This uplink station contains vital intel and must not fall into the wrong hands. With every round a team faces, they will come back with better gear. This game is perfect for a party of friends.
Sword Art Online: Integral Factor
Aim to conquer Aincrad with Kirito and Asuna
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre
Take on the role of one of the notorious Slaughter family, or their victims, in The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, a third-person asymmetrical horror experience based on the groundbreaking and iconic 1974 horror film. Experience the mad and macabre for yourself in The Texas Chain Saw Massacre.
Only Up: With Friends
Only Up: With Friends is a multiplayer parkour game where speed is essential. Race against your friends to the top by climbing a variety of dynamic obstacles. One mistake and its back to the start...
Waven
Forge your own destiny! Choose your character, equip your best spells and sail from island to island in quest of fortune and glory. Level up your hero and your strategy in this free-to-play tactical multiplayer RPG with unique colorful graphics.
Sclash
Sclash is a plug’n play 2D samurai fighting game full of tension where one hit is enough to kill. Play as a hand-drawn samurai in beautiful painted settings and fight your opponent in epic solemn duels where each move matters. Manage well your stamina, breath and take your time to land a deadly hit.
Most played pvp games on Steam
Take a look at the top pvp games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of June 15th 2025.
1. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X
Rainbow Six Siege X is the reference in tactical team shooters, where elite strategy and execution triumph. Enjoy free access to Quick Match, Unranked and Dual Front game modes with a selection of operators. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X is a fps, pvp and multiplayer game developed by Ubisoft Montreal and published by Ubisoft. Released on December 01st 2015 has received 1,398,584 reviews of which 1,172,854 were positive and 225,730 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played pvp game, thanks to its 111,766 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.3
1,172,854
225,730
111,766
players
2. MIR4
MIR4 is a free-to-play open world K-fantasy MMORPG that can be cross-played on both PC and mobile devices. MIR4 is full of action and features numerous large scale clan PVP battles. Join now and become a legend. MIR4 is a pve, mmorpg and pvp game developed by Wemade Next and published by Wemade. Released on August 25th 2021 has received 14,558 reviews of which 9,499 were positive and 5,059 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. While seeing 13,140 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among pvp games based on player count.
6.4
9,499
5,059
13,140
players
3. NARAKA: BLADEPOINT
Dive into the legends of the Far East in NARAKA: BLADEPOINT; team up with friends in fast-paced melee fights for a Battle Royale experience unlike any other. Find your playstyle with a varied cast of heroes with unique skills. More than 20 million players have already joined the fray, play free now! NARAKA: BLADEPOINT is a battle royale, multiplayer and martial arts game developed by 24 Entertainment and published by NetEase Games Global. Released on August 11th 2021 has received 324,927 reviews of which 225,960 were positive and 98,967 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. While seeing 9,364 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among pvp games based on player count.
6.9
225,960
98,967
9,364
players
4. Backpack Battles
A PvP inventory management auto battler! Buy and craft powerful items, then carefully arrange them in your backpack. Backpack Battles is a early access, auto battler and inventory management game developed by PlayWithFurcifer and published by PlayWithFurcifer and IndieArk. Released on June 13th 2025 has received 14,780 reviews of which 13,410 were positive and 1,370 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 5,828 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played pvp games.
8.9
13,410
1,370
5,828
players
5. F1® 25
Leave your mark on the world of racing in F1® 25, the official video game of the 2025 FIA Formula One World Championship™, featuring a revamped My Team mode, the thrilling third chapter of Braking Point, and more! F1® 25 is a racing, sports and simulation game developed by Codemasters and published by Electronic Arts. Released on May 30th 2025 has received 2,088 reviews of which 1,853 were positive and 235 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. With 5,383 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played pvp games.
8.5
1,853
235
5,383
players
6. World of Tanks
Jump into the free-to-play team-based shooter with an ever-expanding roster of historical vehicles, stunning graphics, spectacular locales, and orchestral scores. Show your mastery and face other players in thrilling PvP clashes. A unique mix of strategy and action awaits! World of Tanks is a tanks, free to play and action game developed and published by Wargaming Group Limited. Released on April 28th 2021 has received 87,836 reviews of which 72,570 were positive and 15,266 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. With 3,218 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played pvp games.
8.2
72,570
15,266
3,218
players
7. Enlisted
In Enlisted, you are not only commanding a single soldier, but an entire squad! This MMO squad based shooter recreates the key battles of the bloodiest war of the 20th century, with hundreds of soldiers, tanks and aircraft taking part in each battle. Enlisted is a fps, world war ii and multiplayer game developed by Darkflow Software and published by Gaijin Network Ltd. Released on July 16th 2024 has received 28,163 reviews of which 22,507 were positive and 5,656 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. With 2,842 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played pvp games.
7.9
22,507
5,656
2,842
players
8. 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. With 2,676 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played pvp games.
6.3
15,491
8,859
2,676
players
9. MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE
Pick your favorite character, team up and fight to be the last ones standing in the new 24-player Battle Royale free to play game "MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE"! MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE is a anime, free to play and battle royale game developed by Byking Inc. and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on September 28th 2023 has received 20,179 reviews of which 13,379 were positive and 6,800 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. With 2,325 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played pvp games.
6.6
13,379
6,800
2,325
players
10. GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-
The cutting-edge 2D/3D hybrid graphics pioneered in the Guilty Gear series have been raised to the next level in “GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-“. The new artistic direction and improved character animations will go beyond anything you’ve seen before in a fighting game! GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- is a fighting, 2d fighter and great soundtrack game developed and published by Arc System Works. Released on June 11th 2021 has received 59,382 reviews of which 52,377 were positive and 7,005 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. With 1,944 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played pvp games.
8.7
52,377
7,005
1,944
players
Best deals on pvp games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of pvp games available on Steam right now, updated on June 15th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted pvp games.
1. Ashes of the Singularity: Escalation
A massive-scale real-time strategy game where you command entire armies on a dynamic battlefield. Conquer multiple worlds across several single-player campaigns; or play with your friends in multiplayer combat. Ashes of the Singularity: Escalation is a rts, base-building and pvp game developed by Stardock Entertainment and Oxide Games and published by Stardock Entertainment. Released on November 10th 2016 has received 4,772 reviews of which 3,548 were positive and 1,224 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Featuring a massive 99% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for pvp category.
7.2
3,548
1,224
-99%
28.99€
0.56€
2. Windjammers 2
The best flying disc game of all time is back, with amazing hand-drawn graphics, crazy new moves, gameplay mechanics and awesome characters and stages! New update brings new playable characters, new training mode, full crossplay support and more. Windjammers 2 is a sports, pvp and arcade game developed by and published by DotEmu. Released on January 20th 2022 has received 705 reviews of which 619 were positive and 86 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 98% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in pvp games.
8.3
619
86
-98%
19.99€
0.48€
3. CryoFall
CryoFall is a sci-fi colony simulation survival game set on a forgotten planet in a distant future. Master technology, agriculture, trading, industry, cybernetics, exploration, and more! CryoFall is a colony sim, crafting and pve game developed by AtomicTorch Studio and published by Daedalic Entertainment. Released on April 29th 2021 has received 6,167 reviews of which 4,856 were positive and 1,311 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 98% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in pvp games.
7.7
4,856
1,311
-98%
19.99€
0.49€
4. Airship: Kingdoms Adrift
Welcome to Suthseg! As the newly commissioned airship captain, forge a mercantile empire across the archipelago, until the great powers of Europa turn their attention toward it. Build up a fleet, chart trade routes, establish industries, and explore the frontier at your airship's helm! Airship: Kingdoms Adrift is a real time tactics, sandbox and pvp game developed by Revolution Industry and published by Gamersky Games and indie.io. Released on September 21st 2023 has received 828 reviews of which 606 were positive and 222 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for pvp games.
7.0
606
222
-98%
26.99€
0.68€
5. Headbangers: Rhythm Royale
Headbangers is a light-hearted, Rhythm Battle Royale Game where you and 29 other Pigeons compete against each other, all to complete your quest of claiming the title of Master Headbanger! Headbangers: Rhythm Royale is a casual, rhythm and battle royale game developed by Glee-Cheese Studio and published by Team17. Released on October 31st 2023 has received 1,080 reviews of which 766 were positive and 314 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for pvp games.
6.8
766
314
-98%
19.99€
0.58€
6. Inertial Drift
An arcade racer that tears up the rule book with innovative twin-stick controls, completely re-imagined driving mechanics and a huge roster of fiercely individual cars and tracks. Inertial Drift is a racing, indie and arcade game developed by Level 91 Entertainment and published by PQube. Released on September 11th 2020 has received 1,358 reviews of which 1,168 were positive and 190 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for pvp games.
8.2
1,168
190
-97%
19.99€
0.65€
7. NASCAR Heat 5
NASCAR Heat 5 challenges you to become the 2020 NASCAR Cup Series champion. Features all the official teams, drivers and cars from the three NASCAR National Series as well as the Xtreme Dirt Tour, racing on 39 authentic tracks. NASCAR Heat 5 is a sports, driving and immersive sim game developed by 704Games Company and published by Motorsport Games. Released on July 09th 2020 has received 3,730 reviews of which 3,003 were positive and 727 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for pvp games.
7.8
3,003
727
-97%
76.33€
2.29€
8. Offworld Trading Company
Mars has been colonized, and Earth's corporate titans fight to dominate this new market. Competition is fierce in this fast-paced economic RTS from Civilization IV Lead Designer, Soren Johnson. Offworld Trading Company is a replay value, atmospheric and 3d game developed by Mohawk Games and published by Stardock Entertainment. Released on April 28th 2016 has received 5,580 reviews of which 4,296 were positive and 1,284 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for pvp games.
7.5
4,296
1,284
-97%
28.99€
1.13€
9. Absolver
Absolver is an online multiplayer combat game where players are placed behind the mask of a Prospect under control of the Guides, the new rulers of the fallen Adal Empire, who will determine your worth in joining their elite corps of Absolvers. Absolver is a fighting, martial arts and action game developed by Sloclap and published by Devolver Digital. Released on August 29th 2017 has received 14,536 reviews of which 10,497 were positive and 4,039 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for pvp games.
7.1
10,497
4,039
-97%
28.99€
1.04€
10. Lead and Gold: Gangs of the Wild West
Lead and Gold: Gangs of the Wild West is a third-person shooter that delivers an intense team-based multiplayer experience. Relive the violent era of the Wild West with adrenaline-fueled action and fast-paced gunfights. Engage in gritty battles in beautifully rendered classic Western settings. Lead and Gold: Gangs of the Wild West is a western, action and pvp game developed and published by Fatshark. Released on April 08th 2010 has received 2,190 reviews of which 1,573 were positive and 617 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for pvp games.
7.0
1,573
617
-97%
9.99€
0.34€
Free pvp games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play pvp games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on June 15th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play pvp games.
1. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X
Rainbow Six Siege X is the reference in tactical team shooters, where elite strategy and execution triumph. Enjoy free access to Quick Match, Unranked and Dual Front game modes with a selection of operators. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege X is a fps, pvp and multiplayer game developed by Ubisoft Montreal and published by Ubisoft. Released on December 01st 2015 has received 1,398,584 reviews of which 1,172,854 were positive and 225,730 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. With 111,766 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free pvp games on Steam.
8.3
1,172,854
225,730
111,766
players
2. MIR4
MIR4 is a free-to-play open world K-fantasy MMORPG that can be cross-played on both PC and mobile devices. MIR4 is full of action and features numerous large scale clan PVP battles. Join now and become a legend. MIR4 is a pve, mmorpg and pvp game developed by Wemade Next and published by Wemade. Released on August 25th 2021 has received 14,558 reviews of which 9,499 were positive and 5,059 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 13,140, this pvp game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free pvp games on Steam.
6.4
9,499
5,059
13,140
players
3. NARAKA: BLADEPOINT
Dive into the legends of the Far East in NARAKA: BLADEPOINT; team up with friends in fast-paced melee fights for a Battle Royale experience unlike any other. Find your playstyle with a varied cast of heroes with unique skills. More than 20 million players have already joined the fray, play free now! NARAKA: BLADEPOINT is a battle royale, multiplayer and martial arts game developed by 24 Entertainment and published by NetEase Games Global. Released on August 11th 2021 has received 324,927 reviews of which 225,960 were positive and 98,967 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 9,364, this pvp game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free pvp games on Steam.
6.9
225,960
98,967
9,364
players
4. World of Tanks
Jump into the free-to-play team-based shooter with an ever-expanding roster of historical vehicles, stunning graphics, spectacular locales, and orchestral scores. Show your mastery and face other players in thrilling PvP clashes. A unique mix of strategy and action awaits! World of Tanks is a tanks, free to play and action game developed and published by Wargaming Group Limited. Released on April 28th 2021 has received 87,836 reviews of which 72,570 were positive and 15,266 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 3,218 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free pvp games on Steam.
8.2
72,570
15,266
3,218
players
5. Enlisted
In Enlisted, you are not only commanding a single soldier, but an entire squad! This MMO squad based shooter recreates the key battles of the bloodiest war of the 20th century, with hundreds of soldiers, tanks and aircraft taking part in each battle. Enlisted is a fps, world war ii and multiplayer game developed by Darkflow Software and published by Gaijin Network Ltd. Released on July 16th 2024 has received 28,163 reviews of which 22,507 were positive and 5,656 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 2,842 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free pvp games on Steam.
7.9
22,507
5,656
2,842
players
6. 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 2,676 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #6 position in the best free pvp games on Steam.
6.3
15,491
8,859
2,676
players
7. MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE
Pick your favorite character, team up and fight to be the last ones standing in the new 24-player Battle Royale free to play game "MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE"! MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE is a anime, free to play and battle royale game developed by Byking Inc. and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released on September 28th 2023 has received 20,179 reviews of which 13,379 were positive and 6,800 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 2,325 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #7 position in the best free pvp games on Steam.
6.6
13,379
6,800
2,325
players
8. Conqueror's Blade
Conqueror's Blade gives you a chance to be a true warlord. Commanding medieval troops in epic 15 vs. 15 siege battles, conquering cities with allies in the open world or fighting against players from all over the world – it's you who make the choice. Conqueror's Blade is a swordplay, pvp and free to play game developed by Booming Tech and published by Poros Interactive. Released on April 05th 2020 has received 34,382 reviews of which 23,482 were positive and 10,900 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,672 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #8 position in the best free pvp games on Steam.
6.8
23,482
10,900
1,672
players
9. Crab Game
Crab Game is a First-Person Multiplayer game where you play through several different minigames based on children's games, until only one player stands victorious. Crab Game is a psychological horror, multiplayer and free to play game developed and published by Dani. Released on October 29th 2021 has received 152,433 reviews of which 139,538 were positive and 12,895 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,309 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #9 position in the best free pvp games on Steam.
9.0
139,538
12,895
1,309
players
10. Pixel Gun 3D: PC Edition
The legendary mobile multiplayer FPS Pixel Gun 3D comes to PC! Experience an enhanced world of colorful, blocky action. Featuring dozens of game modes and maps, 1500+ guns plus cross-platform multiplayer and progression. Pixel Gun 3D: PC Edition is a pvp, pixel graphics and multiplayer game developed and published by Cubic Games Studio. Released on April 02nd 2024 has received 38,728 reviews of which 25,886 were positive and 12,842 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 1,216 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #10 position in the best free pvp games on Steam.
6.6
25,886
12,842
1,216
players