Free Fighting Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,360 Fighting games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best free games ranked by popularity and ratings. Data for this list is calculated from reviews and player counts reported directly by Steam and will be updated in real-time. Free Fighting game rankings were last updated on 5/30/2024.
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1. Brawlhalla
An epic platform fighter for up to 8 players online or local. Try casual free-for-alls, ranked matches, or invite friends to a private room. And it's free! Play cross-platform with millions of players on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android & Steam! Frequent updates. Over fifty Legends.
Brawlhalla holds the #1 spot for "best free Fighting game on Steam" with a Player Score of 82. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 363,970 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 299,882 positive reviews and 64,088 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 10/17/2017 |
| Developer | Blue Mammoth Games |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Steam App Id | 291550 |
2. Shop Titans
Shop Titans is the ultimate RPG shopkeeper simulation. Craft powerful equipment, stock your shop and sell to aspiring heroes… at a markup! Hire heroes and explore dungeons to gather valuable materials to craft with. There’s never a dull moment in the world of Shop Titans!
Shop Titans has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Fighting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,252 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,925 positive reviews and 3,327 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 5/5/2020 |
| Developer | Kabam Games, Inc. |
| Publisher | Kabam Games, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1258080 |
3. Action Taimanin
An intense, gorgeous hack-and-slash action RPG from the Taimanin fame!
Action Taimanin has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Fighting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,546 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,634 positive reviews and 2,912 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 10/6/2020 |
| Developer | LiLith |
| Publisher | Infini-Brain inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1335200 |
4. DC Universe™ Online
DC Universe Online is a Free-to-Play, massive multiplayer online action game set in the popular DC Universe. Become one of a new breed of Heroes or Villains and wield incredible powers as you go to war with legendary characters such as Batman, Superman, Lex Luthor and The Joker.
DC Universe™ Online has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Fighting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 20,282 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,343 positive reviews and 3,939 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run DC Universe™ Online on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 11/2/2011 |
| Franchise | Daybreak Game Company |
| Developer | Dimensional Ink Games |
| Publisher | Daybreak Game Company |
| Steam App Id | 24200 |
5. SMASH LEGENDS
Play Smash Legends for free! Smash Legends is an exciting PVP action brawler where fairy tale Legends engage in a lively battle. Play solo or in a 3v3 team battle with your friends! Play now with Smashers from all over the world on Steam, iOS, and Android!
SMASH LEGENDS has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Fighting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,092 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,716 positive reviews and 2,376 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play SMASH LEGENDS on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/13/2021 |
| Developer | 5minlab Corp. |
| Publisher | 5minlab Corp. |
| Steam App Id | 1352080 |
6. Dungeon Fighter Online
Get ready for the ultimate brawl! Dungeon Fighter Online is a classic beat-em up 2D action game with an epic storyline and RPG elements! Choose from 17 diverse classes, and unravel ancient mysteries as you punch, slash, shoot, or summon your way to victory!
Dungeon Fighter Online has achieved a Player Score of 61, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Fighting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,305 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,272 positive reviews and 2,033 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Dungeon Fighter Online on the Steam Deck.
7. Elsword
Elsword is a free-to-play, online action RPG that uses classic side-scrolling game mechanics in an immersive manga inspired world.
Elsword has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Fighting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,402 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,966 positive reviews and 2,436 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Elsword on the Steam Deck.
8. Drunken Wrestlers 2
Drunken Wrestlers 2 is a funny physics-based multiplayer fighting game. Features include character customization and a powerful mod editor integrated with Steam Workshop.
Drunken Wrestlers 2 has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Fighting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,753 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12,955 positive reviews and 1,798 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Drunken Wrestlers 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/1/2019 |
| Developer | Oleg Skutte |
| Steam App Id | 667530 |
9. Dead Maze
Dead Maze is a 2D MMO game set in a destroyed contemporary world, filled with zombies. Explore the world, scavenge and craft as many items as possible, to survive the hostile environment and upgrade your gear and camp as you go.
Dead Maze has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Fighting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,619 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,459 positive reviews and 1,160 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 2/13/2018 |
| Franchise | Atelier 801 |
| Developer | Atelier 801 |
| Publisher | Atelier 801 |
| Steam App Id | 667890 |
10. Battlerite
BATTLERITE is an action-packed team arena brawler. Experience the unique combination of top-down shooter meets fast-paced fighting game and challenge friends and foes in a battle of reaction. The Arena awaits!
Battlerite has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Fighting games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 59,292 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 50,082 positive reviews and 9,210 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Battlerite on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/8/2017 |
| Developer | Stunlock Studios |
| Publisher | Stunlock Studios |
| Steam App Id | 504370 |
More Free Fighting Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Fighting games available on Steam.
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 | 19,575 | 10/17/2017 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,154 | 5/5/2020 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 649 | 10/6/2020 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 556 | 11/2/2011 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 366 | 4/13/2021 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 261 | 8/9/2016 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 234 | 7/2/2014 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 174 | 4/1/2019 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 113 | 2/13/2018 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 101 | 11/8/2017 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 96 | 7/6/2016 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 89 | 1/10/2023 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 74 | 5/16/2014 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 68 | 5/6/2023 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 43 | 4/30/2019 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 38 | 9/27/2017 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 35 | 3/30/2015 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 35 | 8/2/2019 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 23 | 1/27/2016 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 18 | 5/24/2021 | 53 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 30). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 27). Shop Titans on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 29). Action Taimanin on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 30). DC Universe™ Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 25). SMASH LEGENDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 17). Dungeon Fighter Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 26). Elsword on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 26). Drunken Wrestlers 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 26). Dead Maze on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 12). Battlerite on Steam. Steam Store.