Best Third-Person 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 third-person shooter games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free third-person shooter games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Senren＊Banka
Senren＊Banka is a Japanese-style visual novel produced by Yuzusoft, a Japanese developer of romance VNs. This game commemorated Yuzusoft's 10th anniversary. It won numerous awards on the year of its release in Japan for its art, music, and characters.
Azur Lane Crosswave
In the middle of each nation's normal training routine, a Joint Military Exercise was enacted. A select few from each nation were chosen to participate in this rigorous event. But, how did this event come to be? Are there other ulterior motives at play?
DAEMON X MACHINA
Pilot your fully customizable Arsenal mech and join your fellow mercenaries in defending humanity from the corrupted machines and gigantic robots in this post-apocalyptic action game!
Valgrave: Immortal Plains
Valgrave is a free-to-play combo focused Battle Royale game. Every game you'll decide if are a spell-slinging sorcerer or prefer to let your fists do the talking. Grab a combo and level up to show up your opponents. There are over 100,000 combinations.
Bullet Girls Phantasia
"Bullet Girls Phantasia" is the latest installment of the all-female third person shooter "Bullet Girls" series. This game is a thrilling action-packed game where cute girls shoot assault rifles and bazookas in a world filled with slimes, orcs, and dragons.
Darwin Project
In Darwin Project, ten inmates must survive the elements, track each other, fight, craft tools, and use their social skills to be the last one standing. It's a unique take on battle royale with a Show Director to influence the match and Spectator Interactions to create a one-of-a-kind game show.
Hentai Vs Furries
Hentai VS Furries offers colorful gunshots. Skins, special angles for your enjoyment. And a "Pleasure" mode without a fight if you want to enjoy calm.
Mineirinho Director's Cut
A really cool 3d platform game, lots of extreme adventures with our friend Miner, now we have the option Double Miner and the adventure gets a lot cooler. Director's Cut version has unpublished scenes that have never been seen.
Red Dead Redemption 2
Winner of over 175 Game of the Year Awards and recipient of over 250 perfect scores, RDR2 is the epic tale of outlaw Arthur Morgan and the infamous Van der Linde gang, on the run across America at the dawn of the modern age. Also includes access to the shared living world of Red Dead Online.
Hellbound: Survival Mode
FULL GAME NOW AVAILABLE. GO GET IT! This is the Free Survival Mode for Hellbound: a '90s style First Person Shooter, made 30 years later… but just a glimpse of the full game, go check it out!
Brass Brigade
Brass Brigade combines the aesthetic of Battlefield Heroes/Battlefield 1942 with highly customizable bot matches. Fight WWII's most iconic battles with as many bots as your PC can handle!
BEARS, VODKA, BALALAIKA! 🐻
The year is 1941. You play as russian soldier in times of nazis occupation.
Daymare: 1998
DAYMARE: 1998 is a third-person survival horror game that recreates the mood of iconic titles from the '90s, with a fresh storyline. An incident that turns a small town into a deadly zone, three characters to play with and little time to find the truth, before its mutated citizens abruptly end your mission.
M.A.S.S. Builder
Commander, customize and build your Mechanical Assault Skeleton Suit (M.A.S.S.) and lead the fight against an alien invasion bent on exterminating the human race. The fate of humanity is in your hands.
Remnant: From the Ashes
The world has been thrown into chaos by an ancient evil from another dimension. As one of the last remnants of humanity, you must set out alone or alongside up to two other survivors to face down hordes of deadly enemies to try to carve a foothold, rebuild, and retake what was lost.
Metal Wolf Chaos XD
Metal Wolf Chaos XD is a modernized re-release of FromSoftware's 2004 mech shooter with upgraded visual fidelity, refined controls and gameplay, a new save system, and 4K + 16:9 support for modern displays.
The Orville - Interactive Fan Experience
Step aboard the USS Orville (ECV-197), the Planetary Union's finest mid-level exploratory class cruiser. With every room on every deck recreated with painstaking accuracy, you are free to explore the ship at your leisure and engage in all manner of shenanigans!
Dead Frontier 2
Survival horror MMO. As one of the few survivors of the outbreak, you must scratch a living out of the decaying ruins of society. Scavenge for supplies, improve your skills, and trade with other players. All the while, keeping your eyes peeled for the infected lurking around every corner.
EARTH DEFENSE FORCE 5
Stand and fight for humanity. This arcade shooter takes place in the year 2022, as the Earth Defense Force fends off an all-out attack by unknown life forms. Become an EDF soldier, battle against endless hordes of immense enemies, and restore peace to the earth.
Sniper Elite V2 Remastered
In the dark days of the end of World War 2 amidst the ruins of Berlin, one bullet can change history… Elite sniper Karl Fairburne returns to the front line in the remaster of this award-winning stealth-action experience. Packed with new features, contemporary visuals and definitive content.
STAR WARS™ Battlefront (Classic, 2004)
Fight the greatest battles in the STAR WARS universe any way you want to. The choice is yours.Most played third-person shooter games on Steam
Take a look at the top third-person shooter games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 30th 2025.
1. Marvel Rivals
Marvel Rivals is a Super Hero Team-Based PVP Shooter! Assemble an all-star Marvel squad, devise countless strategies by combining powers to form unique Team-Up skills and fight in destructible, ever-changing battlefields across the continually evolving Marvel universe! Marvel Rivals is a free to play, multiplayer and hero shooter game developed and published by NetEase Games. Released on December 05th 2024 has received 270,085 reviews of which 217,320 were positive and 52,765 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played third-person shooter game, thanks to its 126,058 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.0
217,320
52,765
126,058
players
2. Warframe
Awaken as an unstoppable warrior and battle alongside your friends in this story-driven free-to-play online action game Warframe is a free to play, action rpg and looter shooter game developed and published by Digital Extremes. Released on March 25th 2013 has received 622,221 reviews of which 542,080 were positive and 80,141 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. While seeing 32,759 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among third-person shooter games based on player count.
8.7
542,080
80,141
32,759
players
3. HELLDIVERS™ 2
The Galaxy’s Last Line of Offence. Enlist in the Helldivers and join the fight for freedom across a hostile galaxy in a fast, frantic, and ferocious third-person shooter. HELLDIVERS™ 2 is a online co-op, pve and third-person shooter game developed by Arrowhead Game Studios and published by PlayStation Publishing LLC. Released on February 08th 2024 has received 989,576 reviews of which 755,031 were positive and 234,545 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. While seeing 18,780 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among third-person shooter games based on player count.
7.6
755,031
234,545
18,780
players
4. The Last of Us™ Part II Remastered
Experience the winner of over 300 Game of the Year awards, now on PC. Discover Ellie and Abby’s story with graphical enhancements, gameplay modes like the roguelike survival experience No Return, and more. The Last of Us™ Part II Remastered is a story rich, post-apocalyptic and third-person shooter game developed by Naughty Dog LLC, Nixxes Software and Iron Galaxy Studios and published by PlayStation Publishing LLC. Released on April 03rd 2025 has received 17,562 reviews of which 15,749 were positive and 1,813 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. With 8,659 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played third-person shooter games.
8.8
15,749
1,813
8,659
players
5. Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2
Embody the superhuman skill and brutality of a Space Marine. Unleash deadly abilities and devastating weaponry to obliterate the relentless Tyranid swarms. Defend the Imperium in spectacular third-person action in solo or multiplayer modes. Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is a warhammer 40k, action and multiplayer game developed by Saber Interactive and published by Focus Entertainment. Released on September 09th 2024 has received 158,929 reviews of which 131,518 were positive and 27,411 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. With 6,956 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played third-person shooter games.
8.2
131,518
27,411
6,956
players
6. Risk of Rain 2
Escape a chaotic alien planet by fighting through hordes of frenzied monsters – with your friends, or on your own. Combine loot in surprising ways and master each character until you become the havoc you feared upon your first crash landing. Risk of Rain 2 is a third-person shooter, action roguelike and multiplayer game developed by Hopoo Games and published by Gearbox Publishing. Released on August 11th 2020 has received 309,850 reviews of which 289,560 were positive and 20,290 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. With 5,250 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played third-person shooter games.
9.3
289,560
20,290
5,250
players
7. Resident Evil 4
Survival is just the beginning. Six years have passed since the biological disaster in Raccoon City. Leon S. Kennedy, one of the survivors, tracks the president's kidnapped daughter to a secluded European village, where there is something terribly wrong with the locals. Resident Evil 4 is a horror, action and survival horror game developed and published by CAPCOM Co. and Ltd.. Released on March 23rd 2023 has received 177,409 reviews of which 173,330 were positive and 4,079 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. With 4,879 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played third-person shooter games.
9.6
173,330
4,079
4,879
players
8. Tom Clancy’s The Division® 2
Join an elite group of civilian agents in this action-packed RPG shooter. Engage in intense tactical combat, team-up with your friends, and survive in a dynamic open world to save Washington, D.C. Tom Clancy’s The Division® 2 is a looter shooter, open world and multiplayer game developed and published by Ubisoft. Released on January 12th 2023 has received 21,491 reviews of which 16,355 were positive and 5,136 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. With 3,636 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played third-person shooter games.
7.5
16,355
5,136
3,636
players
9. Strinova
Strinova is an anime-style third-person tactical competitive shooter. Switch freely between three-dimensional and two-dimensional forms in this one-of-a-kind game that offers a unique tactical shooting system for an unparalleled experience. Strinova is a free to play, anime and third-person shooter game developed and published by iDreamSky. Released on November 21st 2024 has received 24,620 reviews of which 18,664 were positive and 5,956 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. With 1,923 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played third-person shooter games.
7.5
18,664
5,956
1,923
players
10. REMNANT II®
REMNANT II® pits survivors of humanity against new deadly creatures and god-like bosses across terrifying worlds. Play solo or co-op with two other friends to explore the depths of the unknown to stop an evil from destroying reality itself. REMNANT II® is a souls-like, co-op and action game developed by Gunfire Games and published by Arc Games. Released on July 25th 2023 has received 59,587 reviews of which 49,639 were positive and 9,948 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. With 898 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played third-person shooter games.
8.2
49,639
9,948
898
players
Best deals on third-person shooter games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of third-person 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 third-person shooter games.
1. 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. Featuring a massive 93% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for third-person shooter category.
9.0
1,974
109
-93%
14.29€
1.00€
2. Scars Above
Scars Above is a challenging sci-fi third-person action adventure shooter combining the rewarding feel of overcoming difficulty with a compelling and intricate story, set in a mysterious alien world to explore. Scars Above is a action, adventure and female protagonist game developed by Mad Head Games and published by Prime Matter. Released on February 28th 2023 has received 2,702 reviews of which 2,087 were positive and 615 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 93% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in third-person shooter games.
7.5
2,087
615
-93%
31.43€
2.20€
3. Rogue Trooper Redux
A pioneering tactical shooter and landmark comic book adaptation, Rogue Trooper is back, remastered and revitalised in true high definition. Experience acclaimed third-person action in this BAFTA-nominated tale of betrayal and revenge at the far reaches of the galaxy! Rogue Trooper Redux is a action, adventure and third-person shooter game developed by TickTock Games and published by Rebellion. Released on October 17th 2017 has received 464 reviews of which 360 were positive and 104 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 90% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in third-person shooter games.
7.3
360
104
-90%
24.40€
2.44€
4. Wanted: Dead
Wanted: Dead is a new hybrid slasher/shooter from the makers of Ninja Gaiden and Dead or Alive. The game follows a week in life of the Zombie Unit, an elite Hong Kong police squad on a mission to uncover a major corporate conspiracy. Wanted: Dead is a hack and slash, third-person shooter and female protagonist game developed by Soleil Ltd. and published by 110 Industries SA. Released on February 14th 2023 has received 1,614 reviews of which 1,077 were positive and 537 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for third-person shooter games.
6.5
1,077
537
-90%
29.60€
2.96€
5. Ghostbusters: The Video Game Remastered
The beloved and critically acclaimed Ghostbusters video game is back! Strap on your proton pack once again and join the Ghostbusters on the adventure with the voice and likeness of the original crew as you battle to save New York! Ghostbusters: The Video Game Remastered is a third-person shooter, action and shooter game developed by Saber Interactive and published by Mad Dog Games and LLC. Released on November 17th 2020 has received 2,018 reviews of which 1,826 were positive and 192 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 88% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for third-person shooter games.
8.6
1,826
192
-88%
20.17€
2.42€
6. Sniper Elite: Nazi Zombie Army 2
** Please note: a remastered and improved edition of this game is now available in Zombie Army Trilogy.**Experience a terrifyingly intense co-op campaign for up to four players in this gut-wrenching sequel to Steam best-seller, Sniper Elite: Nazi Zombie Army. Sniper Elite: Nazi Zombie Army 2 is a zombies, action and co-op game developed by and published by Rebellion. Released on October 31st 2013 has received 4,118 reviews of which 3,491 were positive and 627 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 88% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for third-person shooter games.
8.2
3,491
627
-88%
14.67€
1.76€
7. War Tech Fighters
War Tech Fighters - the space action game that combines the spectacular action of Japanese Anime with Hollywood Blockbusters. Configure, upgrade and customize your War Tech and dive into battle to fight back the Zatronian forces and save your galaxy! War Tech Fighters is a action, mechs and shooter game developed by Drakkar Dev and published by Green Man Gaming Publishing. Released on July 25th 2018 has received 335 reviews of which 258 were positive and 77 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 87% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for third-person shooter games.
7.2
258
77
-87%
19.38€
2.52€
8. Battle Cry of Freedom
Battle Cry of Freedom brings brutal real-time first and third-person combat set in the 19th Century America, presenting players with the opportunity to re-fight the American Civil War as either the Union or the Confederates. Battle Cry of Freedom is a shooter, combat and 3d game developed and published by Flying Squirrel Entertainment. Released on March 01st 2022 has received 2,419 reviews of which 1,758 were positive and 661 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 87% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for third-person shooter games.
7.1
1,758
661
-87%
10.00€
1.30€
9. Thunder Wolves
When this “wolf pack” strikes, you hear the thunder roll. The Thunder Wolves attack from the air. They are mercenaries, and the best helicopter pilots in the world. Every one of them is ready for action at all times—and ready to fight evil, wherever it lurks. Thunder Wolves is a flight, shoot 'em up and third-person shooter game developed by Most Wanted Entertainment and published by HandyGames. Released on May 15th 2013 has received 773 reviews of which 663 were positive and 110 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 86% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for third-person shooter games.
8.1
663
110
-86%
9.71€
1.36€
10. Red Faction Guerrilla Re-Mars-tered
Red Faction: Guerrilla re-defines the limits of destruction-based game-play with a huge open-world, fast-paced guerrilla-style combat, and true physics-based destruction. Red Faction Guerrilla Re-Mars-tered is a destruction, open world and third-person shooter game developed by Volition and KAIKO and published by Deep Silver. Released on July 03rd 2018 has received 4,044 reviews of which 3,235 were positive and 809 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 86% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for third-person shooter games.
7.8
3,235
809
-86%
19.43€
2.72€
Free third-person shooter games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play third-person 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 third-person shooter games.
1. Marvel Rivals
Marvel Rivals is a Super Hero Team-Based PVP Shooter! Assemble an all-star Marvel squad, devise countless strategies by combining powers to form unique Team-Up skills and fight in destructible, ever-changing battlefields across the continually evolving Marvel universe! Marvel Rivals is a free to play, multiplayer and hero shooter game developed and published by NetEase Games. Released on December 05th 2024 has received 270,085 reviews of which 217,320 were positive and 52,765 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. With 126,058 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free third-person shooter games on Steam.
8.0
217,320
52,765
126,058
players
2. Warframe
Awaken as an unstoppable warrior and battle alongside your friends in this story-driven free-to-play online action game Warframe is a free to play, action rpg and looter shooter game developed and published by Digital Extremes. Released on March 25th 2013 has received 622,221 reviews of which 542,080 were positive and 80,141 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 32,759, this third-person shooter game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free third-person shooter games on Steam.
8.7
542,080
80,141
32,759
players
3. Strinova
Strinova is an anime-style third-person tactical competitive shooter. Switch freely between three-dimensional and two-dimensional forms in this one-of-a-kind game that offers a unique tactical shooting system for an unparalleled experience. Strinova is a free to play, anime and third-person shooter game developed and published by iDreamSky. Released on November 21st 2024 has received 24,620 reviews of which 18,664 were positive and 5,956 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 1,923, this third-person shooter game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free third-person shooter games on Steam.
7.5
18,664
5,956
1,923
players
4. Snowbreak: Containment Zone
The new 3D Waifu Sci-Fi RPG Shooter is here! Aim at fate, fight by our side! Clear the specified stage to claim an Orange-Tier Operative! Snowbreak: Containment Zone is a anime, third-person shooter and free to play game developed and published by Amazing Seasun Games. Released on December 24th 2023 has received 7,470 reviews of which 5,803 were positive and 1,667 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 588 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free third-person shooter games on Steam.
7.6
5,803
1,667
588
players
5. 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. War Robots: Frontiers is a free to play, third-person shooter and mechs game developed and published by MY.GAMES. Released on March 04th 2025 has received 2,589 reviews of which 1,620 were positive and 969 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.1 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 572 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free third-person shooter games on Steam.
6.1
1,620
969
572
players
6. Starward
The Steam version of 《Starward》 is an Asian server version, and the account is not compatible with other servers. Starward is a 3D fighting game that integrates mecha girls and classic GVG combat gameplay, with 1V1 and 2V2 mode as the core gameplay. Starward is a mechs, action and third-person shooter game developed by Game Blender and published by 盛天游戏. Released on April 24th 2024 has received 1,833 reviews of which 1,152 were positive and 681 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.2 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 297 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #6 position in the best free third-person shooter games on Steam.
6.2
1,152
681
297
players
7. Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodhunt
Bloodhunt is a thrilling free-to-play battle royale game set in Prague consumed by a ruthless war between vampire factions. Use your supernatural powers, weapons, and wit to hunt your rivals and dominate the night! Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodhunt is a multiplayer, battle royale and vampire game developed and published by Sharkmob AB. Released on April 27th 2022 has received 56,919 reviews of which 43,263 were positive and 13,656 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 285 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #7 position in the best free third-person shooter games on Steam.
7.5
43,263
13,656
285
players
8. Rogue Company
Join 20+ million players in Rogue Company, the ultimate third-person tactical action shooter! Become an agent of Rogue Company and wield powerful weapons, high-tech gadgets, and game-changing abilities. Accept the mission and jump into a variety of 4v4 and 6v6 game modes. Play FREE today! Rogue Company is a free to play, multiplayer and shooter game developed by First Watch Games and published by Hi-Rez Studios. Released on July 20th 2021 has received 25,302 reviews of which 18,790 were positive and 6,512 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 239 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #8 position in the best free third-person shooter games on Steam.
7.3
18,790
6,512
239
players
9. 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 3,764 reviews of which 2,386 were positive and 1,378 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.2 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 201 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #9 position in the best free third-person shooter games on Steam.
6.2
2,386
1,378
201
players
10. World of Warplanes
World of Warplanes is an aerial combat MMO action game set in the Golden Age of military aviation. The game throws players into a never-ending battle for dominance of the skies. World of Warplanes is a flight, fps and third-person shooter game developed and published by Wargaming Group Limited. Released on February 10th 2022 has received 5,062 reviews of which 3,623 were positive and 1,439 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free third-person shooter games on Steam.
7.0
3,623
1,439
70
players