Best Third Person 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 games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free third person games are available at the bottom of the page.
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ANIME WAR — Modern Campaign
ANIME WAR — Modern Campaign transports you along with the H.E.N.T.A.I. army to one of the hottest hotspots around the globe to take down our №1 threatening enemy.
Total Tank Simulator
Commander in the ranks. Soldier at heart. Choose a faction and deploy and command your army into massive physics-driven WWII battles to the last man standing. Destroy everything on sight with an insane amount of units that will behave tactically.
Timelie
Timelie is a stealth puzzle adventure, where you control time like a media player. Perceive future events to plan your escape strategy from the past, sneak an enemy, and manipulate time through this companionship journey of a mysterious cat and a little girl with a precognitive power.
Mafia II: Definitive Edition
War hero Vito Scaletta becomes entangled with the mob in hopes of paying his father’s debts. Vito works to prove himself, climbing the family ladder with crimes of larger reward and consequence.
Blackthorn Arena
Blackthorn Arena is a strategy/management sim with a real-time/turn based combat system, set in a world of mythical monsters and classic fantasy races. Play as the master of Blackthorn Arena, train your slaves into gladiators, forge them into your champions, and send them to fight for your glory!
BEAR, VODKA, FALL OF BERLIN! 🐻
This time, Motherland sent you to fight against the Nazi forces to capture Berlin. Kill enemies to get the maximum chance of survival.
VirtuaVerse
VirtuaVerse is a challenging old school cyberpunk point & click adventure set in a future not so far away narrating tales of technomancers, AVR graffiti writers, hacker groups, tribes of cryptoshamans, digital archeology, epic cyberwars and virtual reality debauchery.
Spirit of the North
Spirit of the North is a single-player 3rd-person adventure game inspired by the breathtaking and mysterious landscapes of Iceland. Play as an ordinary red fox whose story becomes entwined with the guardian of the Northern Lights, a female spirit fox.
HYPERCHARGE: Unboxed
Hypercharge is a first and third-person shooter action figure game you've always dreamed of! Grab your friends, complete objectives, defend the Hypercore against waves of weaponized toys, and defeat Major Evil together in the story campaign!
Trials of Mana
Trials of Mana is a modern revival of the 3rd game in the seminal Mana series. The game, originally released in Japan as Seiken Densetsu 3, has been fully rebuilt from the ground up in 3D.
Pirates Outlaws
Pirates Outlaws is a roguelike card game in which you navigate dangerous seas and challenge their masters. Your expedition will be full of ambushes and will not be easy. Build your deck and combos to become a reputed pirate.
Disaster Report 4: Summer Memories
In the shadow of a massive earthquake, you must brave a destroyed city where your choices will determine who survives.
Conqueror's Blade
Conqueror's Blade gives you a chance to be a true warlord. Commanding medieval troops in epic 15 vs. 15 siege battles, conquering cities with allies in the open world or fighting against players from all over the world – it's you who make the choice.
Resident Evil 3
Jill Valentine is one of the last remaining people in Raccoon City to witness the atrocities Umbrella performed. To stop her, Umbrella unleashes their ultimate secret weapon: Nemesis! Also includes Resident Evil Resistance, a new 1 vs 4 online multiplayer game set in the Resident Evil universe.
ZomDay
As zombie crisis broke out around the world,you will play one of the warrior of S.E.A.T(Special Event Action Team)to fight against the zombies all over the world.ZomDay is a fast pace VR shooting game contains multi-player mod,exciting Boss fight,character perk and hardcore weapon system.
Last Oasis
Nomadic Survival MMO. Build wooden walking machines to travel to new lands. Create clans and fight for territory. Resources deplete fast, so take your sword and scavenge, pirate, and trade to stay alive.
Down the Rabbit Hole
Down the Rabbit Hole is a VR adventure set in Wonderland prior to Alice's arrival. You will guide a girl who is looking for her lost pet by solving puzzles, uncovering secrets and making choices about the story along the way.
Grand Theft Auto IV: The Complete Edition
Niko Bellic, Johnny Klebitz and Luis Lopez all have one thing in common - they live in the worst city in America. Liberty City worships money and status, and is heaven for those who have them and a living nightmare for those who don't.
Bleeding Edge
Grab your team and tear it up in Bleeding Edge, an electrifying online brawler where every fighter comes mechanically enhanced for mayhem!
TT Isle of Man: Ride on the Edge 2
Racing across an over 60 km long ultra-technical track at breakneck speed requiring realistic riding skills... that is the challenge that awaits in TT2! Lots of new features lie ahead: open world, reworked physics, classic motorbikes, and more…
AI＊Shoujo/AI＊少女
Ever wanted to get away from it all? Well here's your chance! In AI Shoujo, a tropical island paradise filled with beautiful girls is waiting for you! Customize NPCs with a rich suite of character creation tools, then watch as they think, learn, and love. Kick back, relax, and enjoy life in the sun!
State of Decay 2: Juggernaut Edition
The dead have risen and civilization has fallen. Now it's up to you to gather survivors, scavenge for resources and build a community in a post-apocalyptic world – a world where you define what it means to survive in this ultimate zombie survival simulation.Most played third person games on Steam
Take a look at the top third person games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of May 11th 2025.
1. STAR WARS Jedi: Survivor™
The story of Cal Kestis continues in STAR WARS Jedi: Survivor™, a galaxy-spanning, third-person, action-adventure game. STAR WARS Jedi: Survivor™ is a action, adventure and souls-like game developed by Respawn and published by Electronic Arts. Released on April 27th 2023 has received 64,845 reviews of which 44,492 were positive and 20,353 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played third person game, thanks to its 5,307 peak concurrent players over the last day.
6.8
44,492
20,353
5,307
players
2. STAR WARS Jedi: Fallen Order™
A galaxy-spanning adventure awaits in Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, a 3rd person action-adventure title from Respawn. An abandoned Padawan must complete his training, develop new powerful Force abilities, and master the art of the lightsaber - all while staying one step ahead of the Empire. STAR WARS Jedi: Fallen Order™ is a action-adventure, souls-like and third person game developed by Respawn Entertainment and published by Electronic Arts. Released on November 14th 2019 has received 156,678 reviews of which 138,795 were positive and 17,883 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. While seeing 3,425 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among third person games based on player count.
8.8
138,795
17,883
3,425
players
3. Call to Arms - Gates of Hell: Ostfront
Call to Arms - Gates of Hell is a realistic RTS/ RTT game that offers endless replay value. Command all types of troops in historical singleplayer, dynamic campaign, PvP and PvE battles. Are you ready for some serious immersion in World War 2? Call to Arms - Gates of Hell: Ostfront is a world war ii, historical and real time tactics game developed by Barbedwire Studios and Digitalmindsoft and published by Digitalmindsoft. Released on June 11th 2021 has received 23,320 reviews of which 19,403 were positive and 3,917 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. While seeing 3,069 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among third person games based on player count.
8.2
19,403
3,917
3,069
players
4. SMITE®
Join 40+ million players in SMITE, the Battleground of the Gods! Wield Thor’s hammer, turn your foes to stone as Medusa, or flex your divine power as one of 100+ other mythological icons. Become a God and play FREE today! SMITE® is a free to play, moba and multiplayer game developed by Titan Forge Games and published by Hi-Rez Studios. Released on September 08th 2015 has received 119,773 reviews of which 94,364 were positive and 25,409 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. With 2,432 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played third person games.
7.8
94,364
25,409
2,432
players
5. Predecessor
Inspired by the legacy of Paragon, built with love by the community, and powered by Unreal Engine 5, Predecessor is the ultimate fusion of shooter action and MOBA strategy. Join more than 2,000,000 players and play for FREE now! Predecessor is a moba, shooter and free to play game developed and published by Omeda Studios. Released on August 20th 2024 has received 13,779 reviews of which 10,071 were positive and 3,708 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. With 2,020 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played third person games.
7.2
10,071
3,708
2,020
players
6. Crossout
Crossout - the postapocalyptic MMO action game where you can create a unique design for an armoured vehicle from dozens of parts and then drive it into multiplayer battles raging on land and in the skies alike. Crossout is a third person, gun customization and vehicular combat game developed by Targem Games and published by Gaijin Network Ltd. Released on July 26th 2017 has received 63,808 reviews of which 47,987 were positive and 15,821 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. With 2,000 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played third person games.
7.4
47,987
15,821
2,000
players
7. Batman™: Arkham Knight
Batman™: Arkham Knight brings the award-winning Arkham trilogy from Rocksteady Studios to its epic conclusion. Developed exclusively for New-Gen platforms, Batman: Arkham Knight introduces Rocksteady's uniquely designed version of the Batmobile. Batman™: Arkham Knight is a action, open world and superhero game developed by Rocksteady Studios and published by WB Games. Released on June 23rd 2015 has received 139,252 reviews of which 123,363 were positive and 15,889 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. With 1,648 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played third person games.
8.8
123,363
15,889
1,648
players
8. Middle-earth™: Shadow of Mordor™
Fight through Mordor and uncover the truth of the spirit that compels you, discover the origins of the Rings of Power, build your legend and ultimately confront the evil of Sauron in this new chronicle of Middle-earth. Middle-earth™: Shadow of Mordor™ is a open world, action and fantasy game developed by Monolith Productions and published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and Warner Bros. Games. Released on September 30th 2014 has received 90,141 reviews of which 83,314 were positive and 6,827 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. With 1,229 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played third person games.
9.1
83,314
6,827
1,229
players
9. Star Wars Outlaws
Experience the first-ever open world Star Wars™ game and explore distinct locations across the galaxy, both iconic and new. Risk it all as scoundrel Kay Vess, seeking freedom and the means to start a new life. Star Wars Outlaws is a singleplayer, open world and action game developed by Massive Entertainment – A Ubisoft Studio and published by Ubisoft. Released on November 21st 2024 has received 4,358 reviews of which 3,220 were positive and 1,138 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. With 1,143 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played third person games.
7.2
3,220
1,138
1,143
players
10. ARMORED CORE™ VI FIRES OF RUBICON™
A new action game based on the concept of the ARMORED CORE series that uses the knowledge gained from FromSoftware's recent action game development. ARMORED CORE™ VI FIRES OF RUBICON™ is a mechs, character customization and action game developed by FromSoftware and Inc. and published by BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc., FromSoftware and Inc.. Released on August 24th 2023 has received 76,353 reviews of which 69,799 were positive and 6,554 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9 out of 10. With 902 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played third person games.
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69,799
6,554
902
players
Best deals on third person games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of third person games available on Steam right now, updated on May 11th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted third person games.
1. Hell Pie
Hell Pie is an obscene 3D platformer that takes bad taste to the next level! Hell Pie sees you grab the horns of Nate, the ‘Demon of Bad Taste’. He is given the honorable task of gathering the disgusting ingredients for Satan’s infamous birthday pie! Hell Pie is a comedy, third person and platformer game developed by Sluggerfly and published by Headup. Released on July 21st 2022 has received 1,454 reviews of which 1,307 were positive and 147 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Featuring a massive 95% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for third person category.
8.5
1,307
147
-95%
23.80€
1.19€
2. Twin Mirror
The small town of Basswood will be changed forever by ex-investigative journalist Sam Higgs in this thrilling narrative experience from award-winning studio DON'T NOD. Will you find the truth – no matter the cost? Twin Mirror is a choose your own adventure, choices matter and interactive fiction game developed and published by DON'T NOD. Released on December 01st 2021 has received 1,278 reviews of which 978 were positive and 300 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 95% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in third person games.
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978
300
-95%
30.40€
1.52€
3. Steelrising
Paris, 1789. The French Revolution has been suppressed with bloodshed by Louis XVI and his merciless mechanical army. Aegis, a mysterious automaton masterpiece, must confront the king's army alone to save history in this challenging action-RPG. Steelrising is a souls-like, atmospheric and action game developed by Spiders and published by Nacon. Released on September 08th 2022 has received 5,329 reviews of which 3,884 were positive and 1,445 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 94% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in third person games.
7.1
3,884
1,445
-94%
52.83€
3.17€
4. Wire Lips
Leta’s life changed in one moment. She and her friend Lina found an old music box in the mountains... and soon Lina disappeared, leaving behind only a photograph and the ominous music box. Uncover the secrets in atmospheric third-person horror game. Wire Lips is a adventure, indie and gore game developed by AIHASTO and published by Volens Nolens Games. Released on January 17th 2020 has received 365 reviews of which 322 were positive and 43 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for third person games.
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322
43
-92%
9.99€
0.79€
5. Them and Us
Them and Us is a classic, survival horror game with a focus on atmosphere and player immersion. Discover the truth of Alicia’s past as she descends further into her strange, unending nightmare. Them and Us is a female protagonist, survival horror and horror game developed by TendoGames Co. and Ltd. and published by TendoGames Co., Ltd. and 方块游戏(CubeGame). Released on September 28th 2021 has received 1,374 reviews of which 1,048 were positive and 326 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for third person games.
7.3
1,048
326
-92%
32.50€
2.60€
6. Pine
An open-world action adventure game set in a simulated world in which humans never reached the top of the food chain. Pine is a singleplayer, open world and adventure game developed by Twirlbound and published by Kongregate. Released on October 10th 2019 has received 1,792 reviews of which 1,322 were positive and 470 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for third person games.
7.1
1,322
470
-92%
21.25€
1.70€
7. Through the Woods
Through the Woods is a third-person Norse horror adventure set in a forest on the western shores of Norway that tells the story of a mother and her missing son. Through the Woods is a adventure, indie and horror game developed by Antagonist and published by Fulqrum Publishing. Released on October 27th 2016 has received 1,576 reviews of which 1,117 were positive and 459 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 91% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for third person games.
6.9
1,117
459
-91%
19.78€
1.78€
8. Arboria
Fight, die, and fight again in this dark fantasy trollz-like roguelite. As a Yotun troll warrior, descend into the ever-changing, creepy dungeons of Durnar. Use a variety of Symbiotic Weapons and Bio-Mutations to slay enemies and heal The Father Tree. Arboria is a rogue-lite, dungeon crawler and third person game developed by Dreamplant and published by All in! Games and Untold Tales. Released on September 09th 2021 has received 748 reviews of which 581 were positive and 167 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for third person games.
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581
167
-90%
17.60€
1.76€
9. Bionic Commando
The first true sequel to the classic 1988 Nintendo Entertainment System original, Bionic Commando sees the return of the bionically-enhanced Nathan "R.A.D." Spencer. Time has not been kind to Spencer: Five years after his heroic defeat of the Imperials, he has been betrayed by the government he swore to serve, imprisoned for... Bionic Commando is a action, adventure and third person game developed and published by Capcom. Released on July 28th 2009 has received 1,697 reviews of which 1,228 were positive and 469 were negative resulting in a rating of 7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for third person games.
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1,228
469
-90%
10.00€
1.00€
10. Red Wings: Aces of the Sky
Red Wings: Aces of the Sky is an arcade action game that puts you in the middle of WWI aerial battles. Accompany the legendary Red Baron and cheat death on your way to victory! Red Wings: Aces of the Sky is a action, flight and shooter game developed by All in! Games and published by Untold Tales. Released on October 13th 2020 has received 764 reviews of which 538 were positive and 226 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for third person games.
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538
226
-90%
19.50€
1.95€
Free third person games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play third person games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on May 11th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play third person games.
1. SMITE®
Join 40+ million players in SMITE, the Battleground of the Gods! Wield Thor’s hammer, turn your foes to stone as Medusa, or flex your divine power as one of 100+ other mythological icons. Become a God and play FREE today! SMITE® is a free to play, moba and multiplayer game developed by Titan Forge Games and published by Hi-Rez Studios. Released on September 08th 2015 has received 119,773 reviews of which 94,364 were positive and 25,409 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. With 2,432 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free third person games on Steam.
7.8
94,364
25,409
2,432
players
2. Predecessor
Inspired by the legacy of Paragon, built with love by the community, and powered by Unreal Engine 5, Predecessor is the ultimate fusion of shooter action and MOBA strategy. Join more than 2,000,000 players and play for FREE now! Predecessor is a moba, shooter and free to play game developed and published by Omeda Studios. Released on August 20th 2024 has received 13,779 reviews of which 10,071 were positive and 3,708 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 2,020, this third person game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free third person games on Steam.
7.2
10,071
3,708
2,020
players
3. Crossout
Crossout - the postapocalyptic MMO action game where you can create a unique design for an armoured vehicle from dozens of parts and then drive it into multiplayer battles raging on land and in the skies alike. Crossout is a third person, gun customization and vehicular combat game developed by Targem Games and published by Gaijin Network Ltd. Released on July 26th 2017 has received 63,808 reviews of which 47,987 were positive and 15,821 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 2,000, this third person game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free third person games on Steam.
7.4
47,987
15,821
2,000
players
4. Dinner with an Owl
Break the puzzling spell of your eccentric host! Dinner with an Owl: A short surreal point and click adventure. Dinner with an Owl is a puzzle, point & click and 2d game developed and published by BoringSuburbanDad. Released on May 18th 2021 has received 820 reviews of which 775 were positive and 45 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free third person games on Steam.
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775
45
5. THE NORMAL THING
THE NORMAL THING is a story about a dog who lost his memory. Sunless forests, strange gardens, weird inhabitants... Start a little journey to retrieve your memory. THE NORMAL THING is a 2d, adventure and puzzle game developed and published by Orata Studio. Released on December 10th 2020 has received 480 reviews of which 457 were positive and 23 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free third person games on Steam.
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457
23
6. KIBORG: Arena
Fight for cash and glory in a prison planet’s Coliseum in this free prologue to KIBORG, the fast-paced action rogue-lite with brutal, cybernetic-enhanced combat. KIBORG: Arena is a action roguelike, hack and slash and beat 'em up game developed and published by Sobaka Studio. Released on August 13th 2024 has received 402 reviews of which 347 were positive and 55 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played free third person games on Steam.
8.0
347
55
7. Knight's Path: The Tournament
Knight's Path: The Tournament is a short medieval RPG featuring challenging combat, an immersive progression system, and a nice little story. Knight's Path: The Tournament is a rpg, spectacle fighter and medieval game developed by Jan Tichota and Aamn Chahrour and published by Independent. Released on December 12th 2023 has received 476 reviews of which 409 were positive and 67 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free third person games on Steam.
8.0
409
67
8. A Night In Berlin
A Night in Berlin is a narrative-driven third-person shooter featuring brutal fast-paced gameplay in a dark and atmospheric world. A Night In Berlin is a third-person shooter, shooter and third person game developed by Unlimina Software and published by Bad Smile Media. Released on August 07th 2020 has received 485 reviews of which 409 were positive and 76 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free third person games on Steam.
7.9
409
76
9. Bone Voyage
Bone Voyage is a third person adventure game set on a Vessel to the Afterlife. Use your skeletal body to your advantage and explore the ship in unique ways to uncover the mystery of the ship and its inhabitants! Bone Voyage is a free to play, adventure and indie game developed by Team Cobblestone and published by Breda University of Applied Sciences. Released on June 24th 2019 has received 343 reviews of which 222 were positive and 121 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free third person games on Steam.
6.2
222
121