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

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War Robots: Frontiers

Gear up for tactical mech action in War Robots: Frontiers, a free-to-play multiplayer mech shooter. Construct and customize, squad up with Pilots online, and fire up your engines in massive intergalactic battles.

Price Free to play
Rating 6.1
Release 04 Mar 2025

AGAINST

AGAINST is a combat rhythm VR game that will immerse you in a dark comics story. Follow the beat to shoot and slice your way through evil henchmen of Dr. Vice. Empowering music is your only way out from these crime-ridden streets.

Price 16.79€
Rating 6.8
Release 25 Feb 2025

Whisker Squadron: Survivor

A smooth roguelite shooter from the creators of RACE THE SUN, featuring a voiced cast of feline pilots in a dramatic showdown against corporate-powered robots called The Swarm. Features a 3-act campaign with branching paths, epic bosses, and a wide arsenal of pilots, ships, and weapons.

Price -25% 14.69€
Rating 7.9
Release 21 Feb 2025

Longvinter

Fish, farm, craft, gather, cook, loot or steal from other players and build a campsite or a village with your friends in an open-world multiplayer sandbox game without rules!

Price 19.50€
Rating 6.7
Release 21 Feb 2025

Peripeteia

Peripeteia is a first-and-third-person role-playing stealth game taking place in alt-history cyberpunk Poland. Inspired by immersive sims from Ion Storm and Looking Glass Studios, Peripeteia expands on the formula with new ideas and an original setting.

Price 24.50€
Rating 8.7
Release 21 Feb 2025

Sodaman

Sodaman is a bullet-heaven roguelike where you play as a supersoldier fighting alien hordes with soda powers. Find game-breaking sodas and concoct custom cocktails. Discover planets, unlock weapons, sodas, cybernetics, power-up cards, and more. But first, crack open a cold one.

Price -33% 3.33€
Rating 7.5
Release 17 Feb 2025

Guns of Fury

Guns of Fury is a retro-inspired action platformer that combines the run & gun and Metroidvania genres. Explore a vast interconnected world, gain new abilities and weapons, battle epic bosses and stop the plans of an evil corporation before it’s too late!

Price 14.79€
Rating 8.2
Release 13 Feb 2025

Reality Break

Rewrite the universe! Break reality to change your fate, and use your powers to stop sinister forces from altering existence itself. Discover the origin of your new abilities in a fast-paced ARPG Loot Collection Roguelite where you will bend, break, and change the laws of the universe!

Price 24.50€
Rating 7.9
Release 10 Feb 2025

Grapples Galore

Grapples Galore is a fast-paced online multiplayer arena shooter with physics-based grappling hook movement, active ragdolls, and thrilling gunplay.

Price Free to play
Rating 8.6
Release 07 Feb 2025

BattleCore Arena

BattleCore Arena is a free-to-play, peer-to-peer platform shooter where gravity mastery is the key to victory. Compete in quick PvP battles, using weapons and abilities to eject your opponents out of the arena.

Price Free to play
Rating 6.3
Release 04 Feb 2025

Nirvana

Wake up and embrace your new powers. In this Bullet Hell Fast-FPS, dare to take on mystical creatures to defeat the God Raj. Nirvana awaits...

Price Free to play
Rating 8.6
Release 01 Feb 2025

Sniper Elite: Resistance

Offering unparalleled sniping mechanics, stealth and tactical third-person combat, Sniper Elite: Resistance turns the attention of the award-winning series towards a hidden war, far from the front lines, deep within the heart of occupied France.

Price -34% 32.99€
Rating 6.8
Release 30 Jan 2025

SCP: Fragmented Minds

You arrive at Mars Site-113, a decaying monument to the SCP Foundation's ambition—and its failures. Once the most secure facility, now a cradle of horrors calling you to uncover its secrets. Face relentless anomalies, humanity's darkest truths, and a mission that demands survival above all else.

Price -52% 4.53€
Rating 8.7
Release 27 Jan 2025

Lunavania

Lunavania isn't just about high-octane combat. Enjoy base building, decorating with a variety of furniture, befriending NPCs, farming, and fishing. These features add greater depth and variety, offering a chance to savor life on the Moon beyond the battlefield.

Price 9.75€
Rating 8.4
Release 23 Jan 2025

Age of Water

Age of Water is an online adventure game set on a post-apocalyptic Earth completely covered in water. Sail through storms, fight and trade, capture other people's boats or build your own, extract resources from the bottom of the ocean and reveal the secrets of the Age of Water world.

Price 29.99€
Rating 6.9
Release 16 Jan 2025

Arken Age

Arken Age is a VR action-adventure game set in the Bio-Chasm—a terraformed fantasy world created by the Grand Arborist. Engage in full physics combat using Arkenite infused swords & guns—and freely explore the densely filled environments under siege by Hyperion's neural corruption.

Price 38.99€
Rating 8.3
Release 16 Jan 2025

Endless Alice

Endless Alice is a third-person action-adventure game combining Roguelite elements, anime aesthetics, and endless possibilities. Choose characters with unique combat styles and embark on adventures! Play solo or with friends in cooperative challenges for up to 4 players!

Price 9.99€
Rating 8.1
Release 15 Jan 2025

CRUEL

A fast run and gun horror shooter with roguelike elements

Price 9.75€
Rating 9.0
Release 09 Jan 2025

Warden's Will

Warden’s Will is a fast paced movement shooter roguelite, playable solo or in up-to 3 player co-op. Choose your Warden, master unique movements and abilities, and overpower hordes of robots in intense battles. Fly, dash, smash, and turn bullet-hell into bullet-heaven!

Price 14.79€
Rating 7.1
Release 08 Jan 2025

Beyond Citadel

Beyond Citadel is an anime style retro throwback shooter inspired by the classics of the 90's, with realistic gunplay mechanics, anime violence and fast paced combat. Fight your way through the heavily armed mechanical fortress and discover the secret that lies beneath.

Price 14.79€
Rating 9.2
Release 02 Jan 2025

DUNGEON RAZE

Here’s a fast-paced dungeon destruction shooter you can clear in as little as 30 minutes! Break walls for shortcuts, detours, or direct paths. Double ammo, halve reload time, and power up to smash through even the toughest walls!

Price 2.99€
Rating 7.9
Release 02 Jan 2025

Tank Arena:Total Operation

Tank Arena:Total Operation is a free MMO war game where you play as a commander, drive thousands of types of tanks, armored vehicles or helicopters on a massive battlefield engaging in 12v12 team-based battles against players globally. Enjoy the fun!

Price Free to play
Rating 8.8
Release 19 Dec 2024

Alien: Rogue Incursion

Alien: Rogue Incursion is an all-new action-horror VR game that transforms you into ex-Colonial Marine Zula Hendricks on a dangerous mission to the uncharted planet Purdan, featuring innovative real-life motion gameplay, a whole-body loadout, and the most cunning Xenomorphs ever encountered.

Price -50% 19.49€
Rating 6.7
Release 19 Dec 2024

Rocket Rats

Rocket Rats is a survivors-like game where you defeat cheese-based astral bodies in space – as a rat! Clear waves of enemies, collect cheese, upgrade your gear, and conquer the moon!

Price 5.89€
Rating 9.1
Release 17 Dec 2024

Shooter games are a staple in the gaming world, known for their fast-paced action and competitive gameplay. Whether you're blasting enemies in a single-player campaign or teaming up with friends in multiplayer modes, shooters offer an adrenaline rush that keeps players coming back for more.

What Makes a Great Shooter Game?

Gameplay Mechanics
Smooth controls and responsive gameplay are crucial. Players want to feel in control, whether they're aiming, shooting, or dodging.
Graphics
Stunning visuals can enhance immersion. Great art design and realistic graphics can make the game world feel alive.
Story
While not all shooters focus on narrative, a compelling story can add depth and keep players engaged.
Multiplayer Options
Many players enjoy competing against others. A solid multiplayer experience with various modes can significantly boost a game's appeal.
Community and Updates
A strong community and regular updates keep the game fresh. Developers who listen to player feedback and introduce new content can maintain interest over time.

How to Find More Shooter Games

If you're looking for more shooter games, our site makes it easy! You can explore various categories and use filters to narrow down your search. Whether you're interested in tactical shooters, battle royales, or classic FPS games, our curated lists will help you find exactly what you're looking for. Don't forget to check out user reviews and ratings to see what others think!

What are the best shooter games for beginners?

If you're new to shooter games, consider titles like Titanfall® 2 or Halo: The Master Chief Collection. They offer friendly gameplay mechanics and are pretty simple to learn.

What are the differences between single-player and multiplayer shooters?

Single-player shooters focus on a story-driven experience, allowing you to play at your own pace and immerse yourself in the game's narrative. They often feature campaigns with missions and objectives. Multiplayer shooters, on the other hand, emphasize competition against other players. They usually offer various game modes, such as team deathmatch or battle royale, where you can test your skills against real opponents. Both types have their own appeal, so it really depends on what you're in the mood for!

How often do shooter games get updates?

The frequency of updates can vary by game. Popular titles like Apex Legends™ and Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Siege often receive regular updates, including new content, balance changes, and bug fixes. Developers typically listen to community feedback, so if a game has an active player base, you can expect ongoing support and improvements.

The world of shooter games on Steam is vast and exciting, offering something for everyone. Whether you prefer intense single-player campaigns or competitive multiplayer matches, there's a game out there for you.

Most played shooter games on Steam

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

1. 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. Counter-Strike 2 is a fps, shooter and multiplayer game developed and published by Valve. Released on August 21st 2012 has received 8,740,794 reviews of which 7,583,945 were positive and 1,156,849 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played shooter game, thanks to its 630,905 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.7
7,583,945
1,156,849

630,905
players

2. Apex Legends™

Apex Legends is the award-winning, free-to-play Hero Shooter from Respawn Entertainment. Master an ever-growing roster of legendary characters with powerful abilities, and experience strategic squad play and innovative gameplay in the next evolution of Hero Shooter and Battle Royale. Apex Legends™ is a free to play, battle royale and multiplayer game developed by Respawn and published by Electronic Arts. Released on November 04th 2020 has received 988,584 reviews of which 663,861 were positive and 324,723 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. While seeing 55,172 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among shooter games based on player count.
6.7
663,861
324,723

55,172
players

3. Crosshair X

Overlay custom crosshairs on every game you play. Choose from thousands of unique crosshairs created by the Crosshair X community or design your own using the designer. Crosshair X is a action, indie and adventure game developed and published by CenterPoint Gaming. Released on August 17th 2020 has received 30,201 reviews of which 28,200 were positive and 2,001 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. While seeing 42,485 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among shooter games based on player count.
9.1
28,200
2,001

42,485
players

4. 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 free to play, hero shooter and multiplayer game developed and published by Valve. Released on October 10th 2007 has received 1,153,316 reviews of which 1,034,614 were positive and 118,702 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 35,558 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played shooter games.
8.9
1,034,614
118,702

35,558
players

5. Left 4 Dead 2

Set in the zombie apocalypse, Left 4 Dead 2 (L4D2) is the highly anticipated sequel to the award-winning Left 4 Dead, the #1 co-op game of 2008. This co-operative action horror FPS takes you and your friends through the cities, swamps and cemeteries of the Deep South, from Savannah to New Orleans across five expansive campaigns. Left 4 Dead 2 is a zombies, co-op and fps game developed and published by Valve. Released on November 16th 2009 has received 955,598 reviews of which 932,058 were positive and 23,540 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.7 out of 10. With 17,964 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played shooter games.
9.7
932,058
23,540

17,964
players

6. Arma Reforger

Experience authentic Cold War combat and join the struggle for the sprawling, mid-Atlantic island of Everon and its smaller, offshore territory, Arland – or take on the role of Game Master and create your very own scenarios for others to enjoy. Arma Reforger is a military, simulation and action game developed and published by Bohemia Interactive. Released on November 16th 2023 has received 27,917 reviews of which 20,990 were positive and 6,927 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. With 11,247 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played shooter games.
7.4
20,990
6,927

11,247
players

7. THE FINALS

Join THE FINALS, the world-famous, free-to-play, combat-centered game show! Fight alongside your teammates in virtual arenas that you can alter, exploit, and even destroy. Build your own playstyle in this first-person shooter to win escalating tournaments and lasting fame. THE FINALS is a destruction, free to play and shooter game developed and published by Embark Studios. Released on December 07th 2023 has received 227,357 reviews of which 176,572 were positive and 50,785 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. With 10,633 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played shooter games.
7.7
176,572
50,785

10,633
players

8. Arma 3

Experience true combat gameplay in a massive military sandbox. Deploying a wide variety of single- and multiplayer content, over 20 vehicles and 40 weapons, and limitless opportunities for content creation, this is the PC’s premier military game. Authentic, diverse, open - Arma 3 sends you to war. Arma 3 is a military, action and multiplayer game developed and published by Bohemia Interactive. Released on September 12th 2013 has received 281,978 reviews of which 254,964 were positive and 27,014 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. With 7,328 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played shooter games.
9.0
254,964
27,014

7,328
players

9. 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. Counter-Strike is a action, fps and multiplayer game developed and published by Valve. Released on November 01st 2000 has received 249,437 reviews of which 243,044 were positive and 6,393 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. With 6,536 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played shooter games.
9.6
243,044
6,393

6,536
players

10. Counter-Strike: Source

Counter-Strike: Source blends Counter-Strike's award-winning teamplay action with the advanced technology of Source™ technology. Counter-Strike: Source is a shooter, fps and action game developed and published by Valve. Released on November 01st 2004 has received 181,503 reviews of which 174,736 were positive and 6,767 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. With 6,167 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played shooter games.
9.5
174,736
6,767

6,167
players

Best deals on shooter games on Steam

Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of shooter 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 shooter games.

1. Fashion Police Squad

Even at this moment, our fashionable city is under assault. Baggy pants, dull suits, sightings of socks with sandals. A message needs to be sent, and it needs to be sent in style... Time to serve some good ol' Fashion Justice! Fashion Police Squad is a boomer shooter, fps and arena shooter game developed by Mopeful Games and published by No More Robots. Released on August 15th 2022 has received 1,360 reviews of which 1,198 were positive and 162 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Featuring a massive 95% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for shooter category.
8.4
1,198
162

-95% 20.00€ 1.00€

2. Freedom Fighters

Freedom Fighters is an intense third-person action game set in an alternate history New York during the invasion of a foreign superpower. Take on the role of Chris Stone, a hard-working plumber, and rise through the ranks of the resistance to prove yourself as a charismatic leader. Freedom Fighters is a action, third-person shooter and shooter game developed and published by IO Interactive A/S. Released on September 21st 2020 has received 2,083 reviews of which 1,974 were positive and 109 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 93% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in shooter games.
9.0
1,974
109

-93% 14.29€ 1.00€

3. ShootMania Storm

ShootMania the FPS “Powered By Players”ShootMania Storm is revolutionizing the multiplayer FPS by adding a community dimension and unlimited replayability. Developed by the Nadeo studio, renowned for community racing game, TrackMania, ShootMania Storm boasts quick-fire matches and epic battles, where only your talent will distinguish you... ShootMania Storm is a action, shooter and fps game developed by Nadeo and published by Ubisoft. Released on April 10th 2013 has received 852 reviews of which 727 were positive and 125 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 93% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in shooter games.
8.1
727
125

-93% 21.29€ 1.49€

4. Hot Brass

As an elite SWAT operator, think fast and put your tactics to the test to master a series of missions and save lives. Summon your team of up to four players in online and local co-op, or hone your skills solo. Don’t just be the best—be the best of the best. Hot Brass is a real time tactics, stealth and crime game developed by Walk with Kings and published by Treasure Hunters FanClub. Released on February 26th 2021 has received 641 reviews of which 485 were positive and 156 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for shooter games.
7.2
485
156

-93% 14.29€ 1.00€

5. Ziggurat

Dungeon-Crawling First Person Shooting at its finest! Fast-paced combat! Dozens of perks, spells and enemies! Level ups! Random Dungeons! Traps! Badass bosses! Carrots! Ziggurat is a rogue-lite, action and shooter game developed and published by Milkstone Studios. Released on October 23rd 2014 has received 3,855 reviews of which 3,308 were positive and 547 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for shooter games.
8.3
3,308
547

-92% 15.25€ 1.22€

6. Crime Boss: Rockay City

Crime Boss: Rockay City is a 1-4 player co-op FPS heist game with enjoyable stealth and epic killing spree combat. Featuring a solo roguelike campaign that combines FPS and strategy elements with the most hilariously cheesy voice acting that make you laugh. Crime Boss: Rockay City is a action, shooter and fps game developed by INGAME STUDIOS and published by 505 Games. Released on June 18th 2024 has received 7,230 reviews of which 5,045 were positive and 2,185 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for shooter games.
6.8
5,045
2,185

-92% 19.25€ 1.54€

7. Back 4 Blood

Back 4 Blood is a thrilling cooperative first-person shooter from the creators of the critically acclaimed Left 4 Dead franchise. Experience the intense 4 player co-op narrative campaign, competitive multiplayer as human or Ridden, and frenetic gameplay that keeps you in the action. Back 4 Blood is a zombies, online co-op and multiplayer game developed by Turtle Rock Studios and published by Warner Bros. Games. Released on October 12th 2021 has received 67,866 reviews of which 46,414 were positive and 21,452 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for shooter games.
6.8
46,414
21,452

-92% 62.25€ 4.98€

8. Necromunda: Hired Gun

Become a Hired Gun. The money’s good, the dog’s loyal, and the gun’s reliable. Embark on a fast-paced, violent, and thrilling FPS set in the darkest reaches of Warhammer 40,000’s most infamous hive city. Necromunda: Hired Gun is a action, warhammer 40k and adventure game developed by Streum On Studio and published by Focus Entertainment. Released on May 31st 2021 has received 7,369 reviews of which 4,844 were positive and 2,525 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for shooter games.
6.5
4,844
2,525

-92% 39.50€ 3.16€

9. Sniper Elite 4

Discover unrivalled sniping freedom in the largest and most advanced World War 2 shooter ever built. Experience tactical third-person combat, gameplay choice and epic longshots across gigantic levels as you liberate wartime Italy from the grip of Fascism. Sniper Elite 4 is a sniper, action and multiplayer game developed and published by Rebellion. Released on February 13th 2017 has received 58,926 reviews of which 53,718 were positive and 5,208 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 91% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for shooter games.
9.0
53,718
5,208

-91% 59.22€ 5.33€

10. Hard Reset Extended Edition

Over-the-top destruction, loads of enemies & a beautifully realized cyberpunk setting. Hard Reset is here to shake up the shooter scene. Try the demo now. Hard Reset Extended Edition is a fps, cyberpunk and action game developed by Flying Wild Hog and published by Good Shepherd Entertainment. Released on July 12th 2012 has received 4,798 reviews of which 3,929 were positive and 869 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for shooter games.
7.9
3,929
869

-90% 14.99€ 1.49€

Free shooter games on Steam

Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play shooter 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 shooter games.

1. 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. Counter-Strike 2 is a fps, shooter and multiplayer game developed and published by Valve. Released on August 21st 2012 has received 8,740,794 reviews of which 7,583,945 were positive and 1,156,849 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. With 630,905 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free shooter games on Steam.
8.7
7,583,945
1,156,849

630,905
players

2. Apex Legends™

Apex Legends is the award-winning, free-to-play Hero Shooter from Respawn Entertainment. Master an ever-growing roster of legendary characters with powerful abilities, and experience strategic squad play and innovative gameplay in the next evolution of Hero Shooter and Battle Royale. Apex Legends™ is a free to play, battle royale and multiplayer game developed by Respawn and published by Electronic Arts. Released on November 04th 2020 has received 988,584 reviews of which 663,861 were positive and 324,723 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 55,172, this shooter game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free shooter games on Steam.
6.7
663,861
324,723

55,172
players

3. 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 free to play, hero shooter and multiplayer game developed and published by Valve. Released on October 10th 2007 has received 1,153,316 reviews of which 1,034,614 were positive and 118,702 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 35,558, this shooter game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free shooter games on Steam.
8.9
1,034,614
118,702

35,558
players

4. THE FINALS

Join THE FINALS, the world-famous, free-to-play, combat-centered game show! Fight alongside your teammates in virtual arenas that you can alter, exploit, and even destroy. Build your own playstyle in this first-person shooter to win escalating tournaments and lasting fame. THE FINALS is a destruction, free to play and shooter game developed and published by Embark Studios. Released on December 07th 2023 has received 227,357 reviews of which 176,572 were positive and 50,785 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 10,633 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free shooter games on Steam.
7.7
176,572
50,785

10,633
players

5. STALCRAFT: X

STALCRAFT: X is the largest open-world online game in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. Explore the world full of mutants and anomalies alone or with friends — unforgettable emotions guaranteed. STALCRAFT: X is a free to play, mmorpg and multiplayer game developed and published by EXBO. Released on December 09th 2022 has received 75,642 reviews of which 57,632 were positive and 18,010 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 4,312 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free shooter games on Steam.
7.5
57,632
18,010

4,312
players

6. Blood Strike

Gather your friends and dive into the action-packed Battle Royale, Squad Fight, or Hot Zone like there's no tomorrow! Blood Strike offers a wide range of playable Strikers, each with a unique active and passive ability letting you deploy drones, shield walls and everything in between. Blood Strike is a action, free to play and battle royale game developed and published by NetEase Games. Released on March 13th 2025 has received 6,947 reviews of which 5,566 were positive and 1,381 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 4,234 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #6 position in the best free shooter games on Steam.
7.8
5,566
1,381

4,234
players

7. Crosshair V2

Crosshair V2 is a crosshair overlay technology that improves aim, response time, and hip fire accuracy for gamers. Choose from a variety of sizes, shapes, and neon colors to find the crosshair that gives you the greatest advantage in your favorite game. Crosshair V2 is a utilities, shooter and action game developed and published by CenterPoint Gaming. Released on January 26th 2023 has received 7,938 reviews of which 7,147 were positive and 791 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 2,969 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #7 position in the best free shooter games on Steam.
8.7
7,147
791

2,969
players

8. World of Tanks Blitz

Tanks, not war: jump into a free-to-play MMO action shooter with over 400 tanks. Enjoy stunning graphics and intuitive touch controls. Engage in 7vs7 battles, strategize with your team to conquer diverse maps. Customize tanks, unlock upgrades, and dive into adrenaline-pumping action on mobile and PC World of Tanks Blitz is a tanks, free to play and shooter game developed and published by Wargaming Group Limited. Released on November 09th 2016 has received 147,659 reviews of which 116,095 were positive and 31,564 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 2,636 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #8 position in the best free shooter games on Steam.
7.8
116,095
31,564

2,636
players

9. Aimlabs

Aimlabs is the aim trainer of choice for over 40 Million players, from beginners to esports pros. Our unique aim analysis optimizes your gameplay, targets your weaknesses & builds key skills for any FPS game! Time to warm up with our unlimited scenarios & rank up in-game! Aimlabs is a free to play, fps and shooter game developed and published by State Space Labs and Inc.. Released on June 16th 2023 has received 84,332 reviews of which 79,517 were positive and 4,815 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 2,595 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #9 position in the best free shooter games on Steam.
9.3
79,517
4,815

2,595
players

10. 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 26,095 reviews of which 20,907 were positive and 5,188 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 2,498 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #10 position in the best free shooter games on Steam.
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