Best Team-Based 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 team-based games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free team-based games are available at the bottom of the page.
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PAYDAY™ The Heist
Take on the role of a hardened career criminal executing intense, dynamic heists in constant pursuit of the next “big score”
Dungeon Defenders
Create a hero from one of four classes to save Etheria in this 4-player coop Tower Defense Action-RPG. Includes Steam exclusive Portal gun & TF2 familiars!
Nuclear Dawn
Explore war-torn post-apocalyptic landscapes and take fight against enemies using various weapons in this FPS/RTS hybrid.
Red Orchestra 2: Heroes of Stalingrad with Rising Storm
Contains full Rising Storm content as well!
ARMA: Cold War Assault
Bohemia Interactive's debut game published by Codemasters as Operation Flashpoint in 2001, became genre-defining combat military simulation and the No. 1 bestselling PC game around the world and has won many international awards, including “Game of The Year” and “Best Action Game”. Over 2 million copies have been sold since its release.
Magicka
Magicka is a satirical action-adventure game set in a rich fantasy world based on Norse mythology. The player assumes the role of a wizard from a sacred order tasked with stopping an evil sorcerer who has thrown the world into turmoil, his foul creations besieging the forces of good.
Worms Reloaded
Ten years on from Worms™ Armageddon and the turn-based comic mayhem continues in Worms™ Reloaded, an all-new edition available for PC through Steam.
Alien Swarm
Co-operative multiplayer game and complete code base available for free.
Day of Defeat: Source
Valve's WWII Multiplayer Classic - Now available for Mac.
Arma 2: Operation Arrowhead
Three years after the conflict in Chernarus, portrayed in the original Arma 2, a new flashpoint explodes in the Green Sea Region. Coalition forces led by the US Army are deployed to Takistan to quickly restore peace and prevent further civilian casualties.
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.
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.
STAR WARS™ Republic Commando™
You are the leader of an elite squad of Republic Commandos, your mission is to infiltrate, dominate, and ultimately, annihilate the enemy. Your squad will follow your orders and your lead, working together as a team - instinctively, intelligently, instantly. You are their leader. They are your weapon.
America's Army 3
Download AA3 Today and Become a Member of the elite America's Army Team! America's Army fans and new players alike can now experience America's Army 3, the official U.S. Army game.
Killing Floor
6-player co-op survival horror at its finest! Free updates, free special events and a ridiculous amount of fun!
Left 4 Dead
From Valve (the creators of Counter-Strike, Half-Life and more) comes Left 4 Dead, a co-op action horror game for the PC and Xbox 360 that casts up to four players in an epic struggle for survival against swarming zombie hordes and terrifying mutant monsters.
Zombie Panic! Source
Dive into the zombie apocalypse with Zombie Panic! Source: a cooperative, survival-horror first-person-shooter. A fast-paced standalone modification.
Empires Mod
Unique strategy/first person shooter mix: One commander on each team plays from above, choosing research, placing buildings and giving orders. The rest fill the role of soldiers on the ground, with four distinct classes to choose from and customizable vehicles to drive.
Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon®
Eastern Europe, 2008. War has broken out on the borders of Russia and the fate of the world hangs in the balance. That's when the call goes out for the Ghostsan elite handful of specially trained Green Berets, armed with the latest technology and trained to use the deadliest weapons.
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Vegas 2
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Vegas 2 - the sequel to the award-winning next-generation first-person shooter - returns to Sin City. Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Vegas 2 is your last chance to rescue America's sexiest city from an escalating terrorist siege that will force you into heart-pounding action from beginning to end.
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!
Company of Heroes - Legacy Edition
Delivering a visceral WWII gaming experience, Company of Heroes redefines RTS by bringing the sacrifice of heroic soldiers, war-ravaged environments, and dynamic battlefields to life. This legacy version also grants access to the latest version of COH, just called "Company of Heroes".
Most played team-based games on Steam
Take a look at the top team-based games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of June 15th 2025.
1. 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 182,234 reviews of which 175,426 were positive and 6,808 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played team-based game, thanks to its 12,865 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.5
175,426
6,808
12,865
players
2. Warhammer 40,000: Darktide
Take back the city of Tertium from hordes of bloodthirsty foes in this intense and brutal action shooter. Warhammer 40,000: Darktide is the new co-op focused experience from the award-winning team behind the Vermintide series. As Tertium falls, Rejects Will Rise. Warhammer 40,000: Darktide is a horror, team-based and combat game developed and published by Fatshark. Released on November 30th 2022 has received 112,960 reviews of which 80,268 were positive and 32,692 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. While seeing 7,414 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among team-based games based on player count.
7.0
80,268
32,692
7,414
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 fps, free to play and hero shooter game developed and published by Bad Guitar Studio. Released on March 06th 2025 has received 39,631 reviews of which 29,120 were positive and 10,511 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. While seeing 4,219 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among team-based games based on player count.
7.3
29,120
10,511
4,219
players
4. 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. The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is a horror, multiplayer and survival horror game developed by Sumo Digital and published by Gun Interactive. Released on August 18th 2023 has received 21,540 reviews of which 14,423 were positive and 7,117 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. With 379 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played team-based games.
6.6
14,423
7,117
379
players
5. 3on3 FreeStyle: Rebound
3on3 FreeStyle: Rebound allows players to work with their teammates to pull off rim-shaking slam dunks, awe-inspiring alley-oops, flashy no-look passes, and clutch outside shots which breaks the heart of the opposing team in competitive games filled with the joy and energy of street basketball. 3on3 FreeStyle: Rebound is a basketball, team-based and pvp game developed and published by Joycity. Released on July 14th 2020 has received 3,864 reviews of which 2,442 were positive and 1,422 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.2 out of 10. With 322 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played team-based games.
6.2
2,442
1,422
322
players
6. Isonzo
Ferocious Alpine warfare will test your tactical skills in this authentic WW1 FPS. Battle among the scenic peaks, rugged valleys and idyllic towns of northern Italy. The Great War on the Italian Front is brought to life and elevated to unexpected heights! Isonzo is a atmospheric, simulation and indie game developed and published by BlackMill Games. Released on September 13th 2022 has received 14,990 reviews of which 12,376 were positive and 2,614 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. With 140 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played team-based games.
8.1
12,376
2,614
140
players
7. Natural Selection 2
A fast paced multiplayer shooter that pits aliens against humans in a strategic and action-packed struggle for survival! Natural Selection 2 is a multiplayer, strategy and fps game developed by Unknown Worlds Entertainment and published by Unknown Worlds Entertainment, KRAFTON and Inc.. Released on October 30th 2012 has received 13,139 reviews of which 11,207 were positive and 1,932 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. With 118 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played team-based games.
8.3
11,207
1,932
118
players
8. Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game
Plan your own alien invasion and harvest humans as the iconic Killer Klowns, or gather a team of survivors to fight the extraterrestrial threat, in a game based on the ‘80s cult classic movie. Welcome to a new, craazzy take on the asymmetrical multiplayer horror experience! Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game is a multiplayer, horror and survival horror game developed by IllFonic and Teravision Games and published by IllFonic Publishing. Released on June 04th 2024 has received 3,587 reviews of which 2,703 were positive and 884 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played team-based games.
7.3
2,703
884
73
players
9. Century: Age of Ashes
Century: Age of Ashes is a free-to-play multiplayer dragon shooter. Master a growing roster of classes and dragons, compete in intense arena battles and rule the skies in fast-paced aerial combats. Century: Age of Ashes is a free to play, dragons and multiplayer game developed and published by Playwing LTD. Released on December 02nd 2021 has received 17,740 reviews of which 13,226 were positive and 4,514 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played team-based games.
7.3
13,226
4,514
67
players
10. Tribal Wars
Compete in hardcore PvP strategy in persistent game worlds where real time resource and troop management in coordination with other players is required to expand your kingdom from one village to hundreds as you conquer the map in this winner takes all medieval contest. Tribal Wars is a strategy, massively multiplayer and base-building game developed and published by InnoGames. Released on November 12th 2020 has received 738 reviews of which 531 were positive and 207 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played team-based games.
6.9
531
207
65
players
Best deals on team-based games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of team-based 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 team-based games.
1. Tannenberg
Experience authentic First World War action with 64 player battles of maneuver on the Eastern Front. Grab your rifle, ready your sabre and keep your gas mask close as you prepare to play a part in one of the most significant conflicts in history! Tannenberg is a gore, world war i and team-based game developed by and published by BlackMill Games. Released on November 16th 2017 has received 9,499 reviews of which 8,202 were positive and 1,297 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Featuring a massive 96% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for team-based category.
8.4
8,202
1,297
-96%
19.99€
0.80€
2. Blackwake
Blackwake is a multiplayer naval FPS focused on teamwork and cooperation. Fire the cannons, sink enemy ships or board them with firearms and steel. Blackwake is a pirates, multiplayer and naval combat game developed and published by Mastfire Studios Pty Ltd. Released on February 19th 2020 has received 25,906 reviews of which 20,925 were positive and 4,981 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10.
7.9
20,925
4,981
3. Midnight Ghost Hunt
The chaotic multiplayer hide-and-seek game. Possess seemingly harmless objects as Ghosts or chase them down as Hunters before the clock strikes midnight! Midnight Ghost Hunt is a multiplayer, combat and team-based game developed by Vaulted Sky Games and published by Coffee Stain Publishing. Released on March 21st 2024 has received 7,439 reviews of which 5,712 were positive and 1,727 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 94% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in team-based games.
7.5
5,712
1,727
-94%
19.99€
1.20€
4. White Noise 2
Enjoy a 4vs1 asymmetric horror experience like no other. Be a part of the investigator team, or take control of the creature and devour them! White Noise 2 is a horror, multiplayer and survival horror game developed and published by Milkstone Studios. Released on April 07th 2017 has received 2,865 reviews of which 2,281 were positive and 584 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for team-based games.
7.7
2,281
584
-92%
9.99€
0.87€
5. Flat Heroes
Dodge, jump, and dash your way through hundreds of terrifying geometric levels and epic bosses. Too tough? Bring your friends! Flat Heroes is a 2d, pvp and team-based game developed and published by Parallel Circles. Released on September 08th 2016 has received 544 reviews of which 491 were positive and 53 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 91% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for team-based games.
8.4
491
53
-91%
9.99€
0.98€
6. Isonzo
Ferocious Alpine warfare will test your tactical skills in this authentic WW1 FPS. Battle among the scenic peaks, rugged valleys and idyllic towns of northern Italy. The Great War on the Italian Front is brought to life and elevated to unexpected heights! Isonzo is a atmospheric, simulation and indie game developed and published by BlackMill Games. Released on September 13th 2022 has received 14,990 reviews of which 12,376 were positive and 2,614 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 85% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for team-based games.
8.1
12,376
2,614
-85%
39.99€
6.18€
7. Eximius: Seize the Frontline
EXIMIUS is a FPS/RTS hybrid that focuses on squad-based combat. The game features an intense 5v5 multiplayer experience with each team comprising of 4 Squad Officers and one Commander. Eximius: Seize the Frontline is a team-based, 3d and isometric game developed and published by Ammobox Studios. Released on March 16th 2021 has received 719 reviews of which 531 were positive and 188 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 84% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for team-based games.
7.1
531
188
-84%
19.50€
3.24€
8. Guns of Icarus Online
Assemble your crew, take to the skies in the premier PvP airship combat game. Guns of Icarus Online is all about flying massive airships, shooting big turret weapons, and working as a team for supremacy of the skies. Everyone as one, victory or death, together. Guns of Icarus Online is a steampunk, team-based and multiplayer game developed and published by Muse Games. Released on October 29th 2012 has received 14,645 reviews of which 13,172 were positive and 1,473 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 80% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for team-based games.
8.8
13,172
1,473
-80%
4.99€
1.00€
9. Warhammer 40,000: Darktide
Take back the city of Tertium from hordes of bloodthirsty foes in this intense and brutal action shooter. Warhammer 40,000: Darktide is the new co-op focused experience from the award-winning team behind the Vermintide series. As Tertium falls, Rejects Will Rise. Warhammer 40,000: Darktide is a horror, team-based and combat game developed and published by Fatshark. Released on November 30th 2022 has received 112,960 reviews of which 80,268 were positive and 32,692 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 75% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for team-based games.
7.0
80,268
32,692
-75%
39.99€
10.26€
10. Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game
Plan your own alien invasion and harvest humans as the iconic Killer Klowns, or gather a team of survivors to fight the extraterrestrial threat, in a game based on the ‘80s cult classic movie. Welcome to a new, craazzy take on the asymmetrical multiplayer horror experience! Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game is a multiplayer, horror and survival horror game developed by IllFonic and Teravision Games and published by IllFonic Publishing. Released on June 04th 2024 has received 3,587 reviews of which 2,703 were positive and 884 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 72% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for team-based games.
7.3
2,703
884
-72%
38.99€
11.30€
Free team-based games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play team-based 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 team-based games.
1. 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 fps, free to play and hero shooter game developed and published by Bad Guitar Studio. Released on March 06th 2025 has received 39,631 reviews of which 29,120 were positive and 10,511 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. With 4,219 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free team-based games on Steam.
7.3
29,120
10,511
4,219
players
2. 3on3 FreeStyle: Rebound
3on3 FreeStyle: Rebound allows players to work with their teammates to pull off rim-shaking slam dunks, awe-inspiring alley-oops, flashy no-look passes, and clutch outside shots which breaks the heart of the opposing team in competitive games filled with the joy and energy of street basketball. 3on3 FreeStyle: Rebound is a basketball, team-based and pvp game developed and published by Joycity. Released on July 14th 2020 has received 3,864 reviews of which 2,442 were positive and 1,422 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.2 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 322, this team-based game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free team-based games on Steam.
6.2
2,442
1,422
322
players
3. Century: Age of Ashes
Century: Age of Ashes is a free-to-play multiplayer dragon shooter. Master a growing roster of classes and dragons, compete in intense arena battles and rule the skies in fast-paced aerial combats. Century: Age of Ashes is a free to play, dragons and multiplayer game developed and published by Playwing LTD. Released on December 02nd 2021 has received 17,740 reviews of which 13,226 were positive and 4,514 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free team-based games on Steam.
7.3
13,226
4,514
67
players
4. Tribal Wars
Compete in hardcore PvP strategy in persistent game worlds where real time resource and troop management in coordination with other players is required to expand your kingdom from one village to hundreds as you conquer the map in this winner takes all medieval contest. Tribal Wars is a strategy, massively multiplayer and base-building game developed and published by InnoGames. Released on November 12th 2020 has received 738 reviews of which 531 were positive and 207 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free team-based games on Steam.
6.9
531
207
65
players
5. Smithworks
Smithworks is a first-person 3D cooperative multiplayer game where players play as fledgling blacksmiths. It is a humorous and chaotic experience where players will need to communicate effectively in order to craft these weapons quickly before the customers get angry. Smithworks is a 3d platformer, first-person and character customization game developed by Ardent Games and published by Kenny Doan. Released on June 17th 2022 has received 2,185 reviews of which 2,006 were positive and 179 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free team-based games on Steam.
8.8
2,006
179
54
players
6. Blackwake
Blackwake is a multiplayer naval FPS focused on teamwork and cooperation. Fire the cannons, sink enemy ships or board them with firearms and steel. Blackwake is a pirates, multiplayer and naval combat game developed and published by Mastfire Studios Pty Ltd. Released on February 19th 2020 has received 25,906 reviews of which 20,925 were positive and 4,981 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played free team-based games on Steam.
7.9
20,925
4,981
45
players
7. Roller Champions™
Skate and roll your way up to glory in Roller Champions™. Discover a free-to-play, team PvP sports game like no other! Roller Champions™ is a sports, multiplayer and team-based game developed and published by Ubisoft. Released on December 13th 2022 has received 825 reviews of which 572 were positive and 253 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free team-based games on Steam.
6.7
572
253
15
players
8. Tank Team
A team based PVP game where groups of up to 8 players must work together to operate a tank! Tank Team is a team-based, online co-op and casual game developed and published by Finndustries. Released on April 11th 2024 has received 746 reviews of which 695 were positive and 51 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free team-based games on Steam.
8.7
695
51
8
players
9. MetaBall - Multiplayer Basketball
Experience the thrill of Hoverboard Basketball! Team up or challenge players worldwide in fast-paced crossplay PvP matches. Master the ball, dribble, and outwit your opponents to score impressive goals— with no aim assist. Only skill and creativity matter. Grab your Hoverboard and dominate now! MetaBall - Multiplayer Basketball is a team-based, multiplayer and free to play game developed and published by Bucketplay Inc.. Released on March 07th 2024 has received 313 reviews of which 213 were positive and 100 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free team-based games on Steam.
6.5
213
100
4
players
10. Open Mod 2024.2
Open Mod is an entirely free to play, niche, tactical, extreme hardcore first person shooter with immersive aspects that may not have been seen before. Open Mod 2024.2 is a multiplayer, first-person and team-based game developed and published by Hyper Gamey. Released on June 26th 2023 has received 890 reviews of which 589 were positive and 301 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free team-based games on Steam.
6.4
589
301
2
players