Discounted World War II 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 world war ii games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free world war ii games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Making History: The Great War
The Great War is a turn-based grand strategy game based on the epic struggles of the WWI era. Experience the battles of attrition and punishing artillery barrages. Play as any nation of the period as the modern world of industrialized warfare replaces an age of kings with a struggle of ideologies.
Blitzkrieg Anthology
March into the real-time strategy legend, Blitzkrieg, and prepare for war. This legendary WWII RTS blends unprecedented realism and accuracy to form immersive 3D backgrounds and a game where brute force often takes a back seat to strategy and wits.
Victory At Sea
Engage in epic RTS warfare across 3 huge campaigns as well as other battle modes. Create your own fleet of ships, pick your side and enter into World War II naval combat on a global scale.
Super Trench Attack!
Super Trench Attack™ is a goofball comedy twitch-shooter based in a World War setting.
Sniper Elite 3
Sniper Elite 3 is a tactical third-person shooter that combines stealth, gameplay choice and genre-defining ballistics with huge, open levels and the exotic terrain of World War 2 North Africa.
COH 2 - The Western Front Armies: US Forces
This individual army for COH2 allows you to access all existing COH2 maps in auto-match, and play against all other existing factions in multiplayer. It can also be obtained at a discount by acquiring The Western Front Armies multiplayer standalone, where it is bundled with the OKW army.
CoH 2 - The Western Front Armies: Oberkommando West
This individual army for COH2 allows you to access all existing COH2 maps in auto-match, and play against all other existing factions in multiplayer. It can also be obtained at a discount by acquiring The Western Front Armies multiplayer standalone, where it is bundled with the USF army.
Enemy Front
ENEMY FRONT is the first truly modern WW2 FPS, featuring stunning visuals, open-ended levels and a richly interactive combat experience that breaks out of the standard model of highly linear scripted FPS experiences, giving the player full freedom to own their playing style.
Close Combat - Gateway to Caen
Close Combat: Gateway to Caen is a great release in the critically-acclaimed Close Combat series. Gateway to Caen focuses on the largest, concentrated British offensive since the Normandy landings in an attempt to penetrate the German lines west of Caen and cross the Odon River to get the stalled advance moving again.
Wolfenstein: The New Order
Wolfenstein®: The New Order reignites the series that created the first-person shooter genre. Wolfenstein offers a deep game narrative packed with action, adventure and first-person combat.
Men of War: Assault Squad 2
Men of War: Assault Squad 2 features new single player style skirmish modes that take players from extreme tank combat to deadly sniper stealth missions. Commanders can now faceoff against opponents on various new multiplayer 1v1 – 8v8 maps.
Battle Academy
A turn-based strategy game like no other has landed on Steam. Approachable, absorbing and visually impressive yet detailed, Battle Academy aims to revolutionise the strategy games market with a blend of intuitive design and compelling gameplay.
UberSoldier II
Deal another deadly blow to fascism!
LUFTRAUSERS
The skies will be set aflame and the seas will overflow with wreckage in Vlambeer’s stylish arcade shooter LUFTRAUSERS! Select from over 125 combinations of weapons, bodies, and propulsion systems and take to the skies to battle enemy fighter planes, battleships, submarines, and rival aces for glory, honor, and high scores.
Go! Go! Nippon! ~My First Trip to Japan~
The week you spend in Japan will certainly be memorable!!! Get a taste of the foreign travel offered by printed guidebooks. Enjoy a tour around Japan from the comfort of your own home!
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.
Company of Heroes 2
Experience the ultimate WWII RTS platform with COH2 and its standalone expansions. This package includes the base game, which you can then upgrade by purchasing The Western Front Armies, Ardennes Assault and/or The British Forces. More info in the "About This Game" section below.
Sniper Elite: Nazi Zombie Army
** Please note: a remastered and improved edition of this game is now available in Zombie Army Trilogy.**Featuring a co-op campaign for 1 to 4 players, Nazi Zombie Army is a horrifying new stand-alone expansion of the award-winning Sniper Elite series.
Unity of Command: Stalingrad Campaign
Unity of Command is an innovative and refreshing operational-level wargame that covers the entire 1942/43 Stalingrad Campaign on the Eastern Front.
Dogfight 1942
Piloting a wide range of aircraft, players engage in aerial dogfights and dangerous fighter missions across the major theaters of war during WWII.
Toy Soldiers
Command your TOY SOLDIERS in epic, action-packed battles.
Men of War: Condemned Heroes
Men of War: Condemned Heroes tells the story of one of the infamous Soviet penal battalions during the WWII.
IL-2 Sturmovik: Cliffs of Dover
Join the Royal Air Force, face off against the deadly German Luftwaffe and the Italian air forces and battle for Britain!
Air Conflicts: Secret Wars
Soar through the unfriendly skies in Air Conflicts: Secret Wars - an arcade flight simulation set in World War I and II era. Buy before July 21st and save!
Most played world war ii games on Steam
Take a look at the top world war ii games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of June 16th 2025.
1. War Thunder
War Thunder is the most comprehensive free-to-play, cross-platform, MMO military game dedicated to aviation, armoured vehicles, and naval craft, from the early 20th century to the most advanced modern combat units. Join now and take part in major battles on land, in the air, and at sea. War Thunder is a free to play, simulation and vehicular combat game developed by Gaijin Entertainment and published by Gaijin Network Ltd. Released on August 15th 2013 has received 757,086 reviews of which 484,469 were positive and 272,617 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played world war ii game, thanks to its 40,017 peak concurrent players over the last day.
6.4
484,469
272,617
40,017
players
2. Hearts of Iron IV
Victory is at your fingertips! Your ability to lead your nation is your supreme weapon, the strategy game Hearts of Iron IV lets you take command of any nation in World War II; the most engaging conflict in world history. Hearts of Iron IV is a strategy, world war ii and grand strategy game developed by Paradox Development Studio and published by Paradox Interactive. Released on June 06th 2016 has received 342,150 reviews of which 305,168 were positive and 36,982 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. While seeing 30,016 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among world war ii games based on player count.
8.8
305,168
36,982
30,016
players
3. Hell Let Loose
Join the ever expanding experience of Hell Let Loose - a hardcore World War Two first person shooter with epic battles of 100 players with infantry, tanks, artillery, a dynamically shifting front line and a unique resource based RTS-inspired meta-game. Hell Let Loose is a shooter, realistic and world war ii game developed and published by Team17. Released on July 27th 2021 has received 137,677 reviews of which 113,447 were positive and 24,230 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. While seeing 5,403 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among world war ii games based on player count.
8.2
113,447
24,230
5,403
players
4. Enlisted
In Enlisted, you are not only commanding a single soldier, but an entire squad! This MMO squad based shooter recreates the key battles of the bloodiest war of the 20th century, with hundreds of soldiers, tanks and aircraft taking part in each battle. Enlisted is a fps, world war ii and multiplayer game developed by Darkflow Software and published by Gaijin Network Ltd. Released on July 16th 2024 has received 28,163 reviews of which 22,507 were positive and 5,656 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. With 2,742 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played world war ii games.
7.9
22,507
5,656
2,742
players
5. 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 23,811 reviews of which 19,837 were positive and 3,974 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. With 2,435 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played world war ii games.
8.2
19,837
3,974
2,435
players
6. Company of Heroes 2
Experience the ultimate WWII RTS platform with COH2 and its standalone expansions. This package includes the base game, which you can then upgrade by purchasing The Western Front Armies, Ardennes Assault and/or The British Forces. More info in the "About This Game" section below. Company of Heroes 2 is a strategy, world war ii and rts game developed by Relic Entertainment and Feral Interactive (Linux) and published by Relic Entertainment, Feral interactive (Mac) and Feral Interactive (Linux). Released on June 25th 2013 has received 109,825 reviews of which 86,713 were positive and 23,112 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. With 2,038 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played world war ii games.
7.8
86,713
23,112
2,038
players
7. Battlefield™ V
This is the ultimate Battlefield V experience. Enter mankind’s greatest conflict with the complete arsenal of weapons, vehicles, and gadgets plus the best customization content of Year 1 and 2. Battlefield™ V is a fps, multiplayer and singleplayer game developed by DICE and published by Electronic Arts. Released on October 22nd 2020 has received 250,288 reviews of which 177,352 were positive and 72,936 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. With 1,991 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played world war ii games.
7.0
177,352
72,936
1,991
players
8. Company of Heroes
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. Please visit the "Company of Heroes - Legacy Edition" page for additional user reviews. Company of Heroes is a strategy, world war ii and rts game developed by Relic Entertainment and published by SEGA. Released on September 11th 2006 has received 16,971 reviews of which 16,025 were positive and 946 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. With 858 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played world war ii games.
9.2
16,025
946
858
players
9. Men of War: Assault Squad 2
Men of War: Assault Squad 2 features new single player style skirmish modes that take players from extreme tank combat to deadly sniper stealth missions. Commanders can now faceoff against opponents on various new multiplayer 1v1 – 8v8 maps. Men of War: Assault Squad 2 is a strategy, world war ii and war game developed by Digitalmindsoft and published by Fulqrum Publishing. Released on May 15th 2014 has received 44,401 reviews of which 40,520 were positive and 3,881 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. With 805 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played world war ii games.
9.0
40,520
3,881
805
players
10. KARDS - The WW2 Card Game
KARDS, The World War II Card Game, combines traditional CCG gameplay with innovative mechanics inspired by classic strategy games and real battlefield tactics. Take command and challenge other players in grand-scale warfare on the ground, air, or seas. KARDS - The WW2 Card Game is a free to play, card game and world war ii game developed and published by 1939 Games. Released on April 15th 2020 has received 38,679 reviews of which 28,543 were positive and 10,136 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. With 734 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played world war ii games.
7.3
28,543
10,136
734
players
Best deals on world war ii games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of world war ii games available on Steam right now, updated on June 16th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted world war ii games.
1. Unity of Command II
Unity of Command II is the sequel to one of the most critically acclaimed strategy games of all time; a game critics called 'the perfect gateway' into computer war games. Unity of Command II is a strategy, world war ii and simulation game developed by 2x2 Games and Croteam and published by 2x2 Games. Released on November 12th 2019 has received 1,896 reviews of which 1,529 were positive and 367 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Featuring a massive 99% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for world war ii category.
7.8
1,529
367
-99%
28.99€
0.55€
2. Destroyer: The U-Boat Hunter
Destroyer: The U-Boat Hunter brings you an authentic and historically accurate destroyer simulation along with gripping anti-submarine warfare set in the turmoils of the Atlantic Ocean during World War II. Destroyer: The U-Boat Hunter is a simulation, naval combat and world war ii game developed by Iron Wolf Studio S.A. and published by Daedalic Entertainment. Released on December 06th 2023 has received 1,038 reviews of which 783 were positive and 255 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 99% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in world war ii games.
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783
255
-99%
29.99€
0.49€
3. Classified: France '44
Command an elite team of allied special operators in Nazi-occupied France wreaking havoc in the run up to D-Day in this ambitious turn-based tactics game. Take on the might of Germany's war machine and launch daring raids in occupied territory. Can you do enough to ensure Allied victory? Classified: France '44 is a turn-based combat, singleplayer and turn-based tactics game developed by Absolutely Games and published by Team17. Released on March 05th 2024 has received 685 reviews of which 516 were positive and 169 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 99% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in world war ii games.
7.2
516
169
-99%
34.99€
0.50€
4. Partisans 1941
Partisans 1941 is a real-time tactics game with stealth elements, set on the eastern front of WW II. As an army commander behind enemy lines you gather a group of Partisans to wage guerilla warfare against the German occupants. Partisans 1941 is a strategy, real time tactics and world war ii game developed by Alter Games and published by Daedalic Entertainment. Released on October 14th 2020 has received 8,186 reviews of which 6,728 were positive and 1,458 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for world war ii games.
8.0
6,728
1,458
-98%
29.99€
0.63€
5. War Mongrels
War Mongrels is an isometric real-time tactics game that takes place on the eastern front of World War II. Dynamic and tactical gameplay with stealth elements, tightly packed into a dark, fascinating story! Play on your own or in online co-op (PC). War Mongrels is a strategy, real time tactics and stealth game developed by Destructive Creations and published by Destructive Creations and DMM Games - Asia. Released on October 19th 2021 has received 2,205 reviews of which 1,644 were positive and 561 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for world war ii games.
7.2
1,644
561
-98%
37.99€
0.81€
6. Enemy Front
ENEMY FRONT is the first truly modern WW2 FPS, featuring stunning visuals, open-ended levels and a richly interactive combat experience that breaks out of the standard model of highly linear scripted FPS experiences, giving the player full freedom to own their playing style. Enemy Front is a action, fps and world war ii game developed and published by CI Games. Released on June 10th 2014 has received 5,436 reviews of which 3,599 were positive and 1,837 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 98% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for world war ii games.
6.5
3,599
1,837
-98%
19.99€
0.53€
7. Men of War: Assault Squad 2
Men of War: Assault Squad 2 features new single player style skirmish modes that take players from extreme tank combat to deadly sniper stealth missions. Commanders can now faceoff against opponents on various new multiplayer 1v1 – 8v8 maps. Men of War: Assault Squad 2 is a strategy, world war ii and war game developed by Digitalmindsoft and published by Fulqrum Publishing. Released on May 15th 2014 has received 44,401 reviews of which 40,520 were positive and 3,881 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for world war ii games.
9.0
40,520
3,881
-97%
29.99€
1.18€
8. Company of Heroes: Opposing Fronts
The next chapter in the #1 rated RTS franchise thrusts players into a hellish war torn landscape to command two battle-hardened armies in relentless campaigns for honor and country. Players lead the tenacious British 2nd Army during the heroic World War II liberation of Caen, France, and command the German Panzer Elite as they struggle... Company of Heroes: Opposing Fronts is a strategy, rts and world war ii game developed by Relic Entertainment and published by SEGA. Released on September 24th 2007 has received 1,138 reviews of which 1,045 were positive and 93 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for world war ii games.
8.7
1,045
93
-97%
18.49€
0.62€
9. Through the Darkest of Times
Berlin 1933. “Adolf Hitler is chancellor!” We all know the consequences this message bore. Unspeakable horrors and suffering would sweep across the world. Few would stand and fight the monstrosity that was the German Reich. Will you? Lead an underground resistance group Through the Darkest of Times. Through the Darkest of Times is a strategy, simulation and indie game developed by Paintbucket Games and published by HandyGames. Released on January 30th 2020 has received 1,086 reviews of which 912 were positive and 174 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for world war ii games.
8.0
912
174
-97%
14.99€
0.52€
10. Battle Academy
A turn-based strategy game like no other has landed on Steam. Approachable, absorbing and visually impressive yet detailed, Battle Academy aims to revolutionise the strategy games market with a blend of intuitive design and compelling gameplay. Battle Academy is a strategy, turn-based strategy and world war ii game developed and published by Slitherine Ltd.. Released on April 16th 2014 has received 347 reviews of which 294 were positive and 53 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for world war ii games.
7.9
294
53
-97%
14.79€
0.58€
Free world war ii games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play world war ii games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on June 16th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play world war ii games.
1. War Thunder
War Thunder is the most comprehensive free-to-play, cross-platform, MMO military game dedicated to aviation, armoured vehicles, and naval craft, from the early 20th century to the most advanced modern combat units. Join now and take part in major battles on land, in the air, and at sea. War Thunder is a free to play, simulation and vehicular combat game developed by Gaijin Entertainment and published by Gaijin Network Ltd. Released on August 15th 2013 has received 757,086 reviews of which 484,469 were positive and 272,617 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. With 40,017 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free world war ii games on Steam.
6.4
484,469
272,617
40,017
players
2. Enlisted
In Enlisted, you are not only commanding a single soldier, but an entire squad! This MMO squad based shooter recreates the key battles of the bloodiest war of the 20th century, with hundreds of soldiers, tanks and aircraft taking part in each battle. Enlisted is a fps, world war ii and multiplayer game developed by Darkflow Software and published by Gaijin Network Ltd. Released on July 16th 2024 has received 28,163 reviews of which 22,507 were positive and 5,656 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 2,742, this world war ii game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free world war ii games on Steam.
7.9
22,507
5,656
2,742
players
3. KARDS - The WW2 Card Game
KARDS, The World War II Card Game, combines traditional CCG gameplay with innovative mechanics inspired by classic strategy games and real battlefield tactics. Take command and challenge other players in grand-scale warfare on the ground, air, or seas. KARDS - The WW2 Card Game is a free to play, card game and world war ii game developed and published by 1939 Games. Released on April 15th 2020 has received 38,679 reviews of which 28,543 were positive and 10,136 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 734, this world war ii game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free world war ii games on Steam.
7.3
28,543
10,136
734
players
4. Supremacy: Call of War 1942
Take over the control of one of the mighty nations during the times of World War 2 in this persisting long-term strategy game. Conquer provinces, forge alliances and build up your economy in real-time. Research top secret weapons of World War 2 and become the one true superpower! Supremacy: Call of War 1942 is a strategy, free to play and world war ii game developed and published by Bytro Labs GmbH. Released on October 21st 2017 has received 5,832 reviews of which 4,168 were positive and 1,664 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 321 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free world war ii games on Steam.
7.0
4,168
1,664
321
players
5. Order of Battle: World War II
Order of Battle: World War II is a breath of fresh air for all strategy fans. It is a game that takes wargaming to a new level by upgrading every single game element and rebooting the genre for a new generation of players. Order of Battle: World War II is a strategy, free to play and world war ii game developed by The Artistocrats and published by Slitherine Ltd.. Released on April 30th 2015 has received 3,002 reviews of which 2,350 were positive and 652 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 190 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free world war ii games on Steam.
7.6
2,350
652
190
players
6. Warplanes: WW2 Dogfight
Grab the control yoke of a warplane and jump into the battlefields of World War 2 in this thrilling combat flight action game. In each of the campaigns for USA, Great Britain, USSR, Germany and Japan you will assume the role of a pilot and squadron leader of an elite air force unit. Warplanes: WW2 Dogfight is a free to play, flight and world war ii game developed and published by Home Net Games. Released on April 06th 2019 has received 1,670 reviews of which 1,441 were positive and 229 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played free world war ii games on Steam.
8.2
1,441
229
17
players
7. Battle Islands
Battle friends over air, land and sea in this epic WW2-themed battle strategy game. Battle Islands is a strategy, free to play and multiplayer game developed by DR Studios and published by 505 Games. Released on August 06th 2014 has received 3,426 reviews of which 2,604 were positive and 822 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free world war ii games on Steam.
7.4
2,604
822
15
players
8. The Riflemen
Multiplayer first-person shooter with classic WW2 bolt-action rifles. Tight battles between two teams with up to 5 players in each, lots of unique arenas, game-changing weapon drops, different game modes, and lots of customization options. You'd better not miss a shot! The Riflemen is a casual, multiplayer and shooter game developed by Normogames and published by Bonus Stage Publishing. Released on September 01st 2023 has received 844 reviews of which 566 were positive and 278 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free world war ii games on Steam.
6.5
566
278
8
players
9. BattleRush
Free-to-play multiplayer action game in the entourage of the Second World War with total destructibility of the environment. Enjoy full freedom, build a defense, create your army, crush the enemy. BattleRush is a free to play, world war ii and multiplayer game developed and published by TB Games. Released on March 27th 2018 has received 2,884 reviews of which 1,995 were positive and 889 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free world war ii games on Steam.
6.7
1,995
889
1
players
10. TrenchesWIP
Multiplayer combined-arms first-person shooter set in an alternate history. Build and upgrade bases, harvest resources, construct defenses, purchase weapons and vehicles to overcome the enemy! TrenchesWIP is a free to play, action and world war i game developed by Big OOF Games PTY LTD and published by -. Released on August 17th 2019 has received 1,602 reviews of which 1,176 were positive and 426 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free world war ii games on Steam.
7.1
1,176
426