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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The Haunted: Hells Reach
Winner of 2010′s Make Something Unreal contest, The Haunted: Hells Reach is a fast-paced horror game where your goal is to liberate cursed places and survive the assault of Hell.
Orcs Must Die!
Slice them, burn them, skewer them, and launch them - no matter how you get it done, orcs must die in this fantasy action-strategy game from Robot Entertainment.
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine - Anniversary Edition
In Warhammer 40,000 Space Marine you are Captain Titus, a Space Marine of the Ultramarines chapter and a seasoned veteran of countless battles.
Global Agenda: Free Agent
2155. From the ashes of the devastating Third Great War rose the Commonwealth, an oppressive world government determined to control the entire planet. The few remaining independent factions retaliate the only way they can, with elite teams of special operatives trained in advanced warfare tactics and equipped with high-tech weaponry.
Red Faction®: Armageddon™
Red Faction: Armageddon Path to War includes 4 new missions, 2 unlockable items and 10 new achievements!
Hunted: The Demon’s Forge™
It will take the combined efforts of two great warriors to explore menacing dungeons, overgrown ruins, and downtrodden towns … and discover the secrets of the Demon’s Forge.
Dino D-Day
Frantic, multiplayer action involving Nazis and dinosaurs! What are you waiting for? This is World War II as it should have been!
Mafia II (Classic)
Vito Scaletta has started to make a name for himself on the streets of Empire Bay as someone who can be trusted to get a job done. Together with his buddy Joe, he is working to prove himself to the Mafia, quickly escalating up the family ladder with crimes of larger reward, status and consequence… the life as a wise guy isn’t quite as...
Dead Space™ 2
Three years after the Necromorph infestation aboard the USS Ishimura, Isaac Clarke awakens from a coma, confused, disoriented, and on a space station called The Sprawl. Explore this world and its zero-g environments to discover the truth about the Unitology and its role in the Necromorph epidemic.
Monday Night Combat
Monday Night Combat is a class-based, third-person shooter… and the most popular lethal sport of the future!
Oddworld: Stranger's Wrath HD
You're the Stranger, a mysterious bounty hunter on a mission to bag the ultimate prize. And you need that money like no one else because there is something very wrong with your health and the only way to fix it is a very costly operation.
Front Mission Evolved
Experience piloting and customizing massive armored units called Wanzers while engaging in high-intensity battles driven by a compelling story. The battle begins now!
Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days
Pure adrenaline of non-stop action in Single Player, Online Co-op and Multiplayer. Double the pleasure and mayhem with new multiplayer DLCs! (click for details)
Alien Swarm
Co-operative multiplayer game and complete code base available for free.
Alien Breed: Impact
Experience the explosive science fiction arcade-shooter that resurrects a much revered franchise in an epic single player and co-op multiplayer campaign.
Alpha Protocol™
Loyalty carries a price and no one knows this more than agent Michael Thorton. A talented young agent cast out by his government, Thorton is the only one with the information needed to stop an impending international catastrophe.
Grand Theft Auto: Episodes from Liberty City
Grand Theft Auto: Episodes from Liberty City includes both The Lost and Damned and The Ballad of Gay Tony together and does not require a copy of the original Grand Theft Auto IV to play.
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.
Just Cause 2
Dive into an adrenaline-fuelled free-roaming adventure with 400 square miles of rugged terrain and hundreds of weapons and vehicles.
STAR WARS™ Jedi Knight II - Jedi Outcast™
The Legacy of Star Wars Dark Forces™ and Star Wars® Jedi Knight lives on in the intense first-person action of Jedi Outcast.
STAR WARS™ Jedi Knight - Jedi Academy™
Forge your weapon and follow the path of the Jedi Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy is the latest installment of the highly acclaimed Jedi Knight series. Take on the role of a new student eager to learn the ways of the Force from Jedi Master Luke Skywalker.
Resident Evil 5
This game is a port of the Games for Windows - Live version that was released in 2009. If you buy the Untold Stories Bundle here on Steam, it will be the same as upgrading to Resident Evil 5 Gold Edition.
Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Chaos Theory®
The year is 2008. Citywide blackouts ... stock exchange sabotage ... electronic hijacking of national defense systems ... this is information warfare. To prevent these attacks, operatives must infiltrate deep into hostile territory and aggressively collect critical intelligence, closer than ever to enemy soldiers.
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 June 15th 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 287,569 reviews of which 228,817 were positive and 58,752 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played third-person shooter game, thanks to its 97,283 peak concurrent players over the last day.
7.9
228,817
58,752
97,283
players
2. 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 1,017,635 reviews of which 775,883 were positive and 241,752 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. While seeing 59,219 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among third-person shooter games based on player count.
7.6
775,883
241,752
59,219
players
3. 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 626,503 reviews of which 545,393 were positive and 81,110 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. While seeing 38,150 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among third-person shooter games based on player count.
8.6
545,393
81,110
38,150
players
4. 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 313,577 reviews of which 293,127 were positive and 20,450 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. With 8,881 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played third-person shooter games.
9.3
293,127
20,450
8,881
players
5. 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 181,708 reviews of which 177,539 were positive and 4,169 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.7 out of 10. With 8,615 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played third-person shooter games.
9.7
177,539
4,169
8,615
players
6. STAR WARS™ Battlefront™ II
Be the hero in the ultimate STAR WARS™ battle fantasy with STAR WARS™ Battlefront™ II: Celebration Edition! STAR WARS™ Battlefront™ II is a multiplayer, shooter and singleplayer game developed by DICE and published by Electronic Arts. Released on June 11th 2020 has received 71,208 reviews of which 62,342 were positive and 8,866 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. With 7,745 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played third-person shooter games.
8.6
62,342
8,866
7,745
players
7. 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 third-person shooter game developed by Saber Interactive and published by Focus Entertainment. Released on September 09th 2024 has received 162,585 reviews of which 134,739 were positive and 27,846 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. With 7,175 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played third-person shooter games.
8.2
134,739
27,846
7,175
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 third-person shooter game developed and published by Ubisoft. Released on January 12th 2023 has received 22,368 reviews of which 17,029 were positive and 5,339 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. With 6,781 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played third-person shooter games.
7.5
17,029
5,339
6,781
players
9. 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 24,774 reviews of which 22,421 were positive and 2,353 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 4,505 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played third-person shooter games.
8.9
22,421
2,353
4,505
players
10. Resident Evil 5
This game is a port of the Games for Windows - Live version that was released in 2009. If you buy the Untold Stories Bundle here on Steam, it will be the same as upgrading to Resident Evil 5 Gold Edition. Resident Evil 5 is a co-op, action and zombies game developed and published by Capcom. Released on September 15th 2009 has received 49,117 reviews of which 42,807 were positive and 6,310 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. With 2,114 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played third-person shooter games.
8.6
42,807
6,310
2,114
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 June 15th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted third-person shooter games.
1. Sunset Overdrive
Sunset Overdrive transforms an open-world apocalypse into your tactical playground. Zip, grind and wall-run across Sunset City with an unconventional arsenal. Hyper-agility, unique weapons, and customizable abilities deliver an explosive and irreverent adventure in the end times. Sunset Overdrive is a open world, action and parkour game developed by Insomniac Games and Blind Squirrel Games and published by Xbox Game Studios. Released on November 16th 2018 has received 12,899 reviews of which 11,638 were positive and 1,261 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Featuring a massive 98% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for third-person shooter category.
8.8
11,638
1,261
-98%
19.99€
0.53€
2. 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. Thanks to its incredible 98% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in third-person shooter games.
7.2
258
77
-98%
19.99€
0.58€
3. 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 1,639 reviews of which 1,093 were positive and 546 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 98% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in third-person shooter games.
6.5
1,093
546
-98%
28.99€
0.70€
4. 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 2,126 reviews of which 2,012 were positive and 114 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for third-person shooter games.
9.0
2,012
114
-97%
15.33€
0.46€
5. Binary Domain
Set in futuristic Tokyo, take control of the robotic community before they control everything! Binary Domain is a action, third-person shooter and sci-fi game developed by Devil's Details and published by SEGA. Released on April 26th 2012 has received 7,701 reviews of which 6,594 were positive and 1,107 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for third-person shooter games.
8.3
6,594
1,107
-97%
14.99€
0.53€
6. 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 2,762 reviews of which 2,134 were positive and 628 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for third-person shooter games.
7.5
2,134
628
-97%
29.99€
1.06€
7. 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 470 reviews of which 365 were positive and 105 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for third-person shooter games.
7.3
365
105
-97%
24.50€
0.86€
8. 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 #8 position in the best deals for third-person shooter games.
7.0
1,573
617
-97%
9.99€
0.34€
9. 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 2,068 reviews of which 1,871 were positive and 197 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 96% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for third-person shooter games.
8.6
1,871
197
-96%
20.99€
0.85€
10. The Bureau: XCOM Declassified
The year is 1962 and the Cold War has the nation gripped by fear. A top-secret government unit called The Bureau begins investigating a series of mysterious attacks by an enemy more powerful than communism. The Bureau: XCOM Declassified is a action, tactical and sci-fi game developed by 2K Marin and published by 2K. Released on August 22nd 2013 has received 11,786 reviews of which 8,277 were positive and 3,509 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 96% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for third-person shooter games.
6.9
8,277
3,509
-96%
19.99€
0.84€
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 June 15th 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 287,569 reviews of which 228,817 were positive and 58,752 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. With 97,283 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free third-person shooter games on Steam.
7.9
228,817
58,752
97,283
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 626,503 reviews of which 545,393 were positive and 81,110 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 38,150, this third-person shooter game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free third-person shooter games on Steam.
8.6
545,393
81,110
38,150
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 25,655 reviews of which 19,424 were positive and 6,231 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 1,742, this third-person shooter game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free third-person shooter games on Steam.
7.5
19,424
6,231
1,742
players
4. 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 esports game developed by Game Blender and published by 盛天游戏. Released on April 24th 2024 has received 2,036 reviews of which 1,283 were positive and 753 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.2 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 424 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free third-person shooter games on Steam.
6.2
1,283
753
424
players
5. 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 7,634 reviews of which 5,916 were positive and 1,718 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 373 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free third-person shooter games on Steam.
7.6
5,916
1,718
373
players
6. 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 57,084 reviews of which 43,433 were positive and 13,651 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 361 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #6 position in the best free third-person shooter games on Steam.
7.5
43,433
13,651
361
players
7. 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. Attracting a solid base of 322 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #7 position in the best free third-person shooter games on Steam.
6.2
2,442
1,422
322
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 25,408 reviews of which 18,878 were positive and 6,530 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 284 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
18,878
6,530
284
players
9. 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 3,082 reviews of which 1,977 were positive and 1,105 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 252 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #9 position in the best free third-person shooter games on Steam.
6.3
1,977
1,105
252
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 5,106 reviews of which 3,646 were positive and 1,460 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
3,646
1,460
86
players