Free Online Co-Op Games on Steam
Steam currently has 5,164 Online Co-Op 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 Online Co-Op game rankings were last updated on 5/24/2024.
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1. Counter-Strike 2
For over two decades, Counter-Strike has offered an elite competitive experience, one shaped by millions of players from across the globe. And now the next chapter in the CS story is about to begin. This is Counter-Strike 2.
Counter-Strike 2 holds the #1 spot for "best free Online Co-Op game on Steam" with a Player Score of 87. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,062,915 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,031,050 positive reviews and 1,031,865 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Counter-Strike 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/21/2012 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Valve |
| Steam App Id | 730 |
2. Dota 2
Every day, millions of players worldwide enter battle as one of over a hundred Dota heroes. And no matter if it's their 10th hour of play or 1,000th, there's always something new to discover. With regular updates that ensure a constant evolution of gameplay, features, and heroes, Dota 2 has taken on a life of its own.
Dota 2 has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Online Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,243,305 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,835,528 positive reviews and 407,777 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Dota 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
3. PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS
Play PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS for free. Land on strategic locations, loot weapons and supplies, and survive to become the last team standing across various, diverse Battlegrounds. Squad up and join the Battlegrounds for the original Battle Royale experience that only PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS can offer.
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS has achieved a Player Score of 58, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Online Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,362,530 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,380,822 positive reviews and 981,708 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 PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/21/2017 |
| Developer | KRAFTON, Inc. |
| Publisher | KRAFTON, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 578080 |
4. Team Fortress 2
Nine distinct classes provide a broad range of tactical abilities and personalities. Constantly updated with new game modes, maps, equipment and, most importantly, hats!
Team Fortress 2 has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Online Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,045,957 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 980,733 positive reviews and 65,224 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Team Fortress 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
5. Warframe
Awaken as an unstoppable warrior and battle alongside your friends in this story-driven free-to-play online action game
Warframe has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Online Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 576,331 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 502,505 positive reviews and 73,826 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 | 3/25/2013 |
| Developer | Digital Extremes |
| Publisher | Digital Extremes |
| Steam App Id | 230410 |
6. tModLoader
Dig, Fight, and Build your way through the world of player-created mods on Terraria with tModLoader - this DLC makes modding Terraria a reality!
tModLoader has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Online Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 249,240 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 241,897 positive reviews and 7,343 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play tModLoader on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
7. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Online Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 363,699 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 299,696 positive reviews and 64,003 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 |
8. Path of Exile
You are an Exile, struggling to survive on the dark continent of Wraeclast, as you fight to earn power that will allow you to exact your revenge against those who wronged you. Path of Exile is an online Action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. The game is completely free and will never be pay-to-win.
Path of Exile has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Online Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 220,678 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 196,424 positive reviews and 24,254 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Path of Exile on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/23/2013 |
| Developer | Grinding Gear Games |
| Publisher | Grinding Gear Games |
| Steam App Id | 238960 |
9. THE FINALS
Join THE FINALS, the world-famous, free-to-play, combat-centered game show! Fight alongside your teammates in virtual arenas that you can alter, exploit, and even destroy. Build your own playstyle in this first-person shooter to win escalating tournaments and lasting fame.
THE FINALS has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Online Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 164,091 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 123,452 positive reviews and 40,639 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 THE FINALS on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 12/7/2023 |
| Developer | Embark Studios |
| Publisher | Embark Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2073850 |
10. eFootball™ 2024
The classic action soccer game with the most up-to-date data! Enjoy the fever pitch of ""real soccer"" in eFootball™ 2024!
eFootball™ 2024 has achieved a Player Score of 43, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Online Co-Op games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 74,310 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 32,059 positive reviews and 42,251 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play eFootball™ 2024 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/30/2021 |
| Franchise | KONAMI |
| Developers | |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1665460 |
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 | 1,076,964 | 8/21/2012 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 710,787 | 7/9/2013 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 189,207 | 12/21/2017 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 96,198 | 10/10/2007 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 40,607 | 3/25/2013 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 28,676 | 5/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 17,632 | 10/17/2017 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 15,940 | 10/23/2013 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 14,968 | 12/7/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,087 | 9/30/2021 | 43 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,785 | 11/9/2016 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,464 | 3/25/2024 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,740 | 10/7/2021 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,342 | 11/15/2017 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,279 | 5/8/2018 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6,028 | 10/3/2021 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,857 | 12/29/2017 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 5,328 | 10/15/2020 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,779 | 8/23/2022 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,761 | 7/27/2017 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 25). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 24). PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 24). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 24). Warframe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 23). tModLoader on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 24). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 22). Path of Exile on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 26). THE FINALS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 23). eFootball™ 2024 on Steam. Steam Store.