Best Combat 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 combat games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free combat games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Ready or Not
Ready or Not is an intense, tactical, first-person shooter that depicts a modern-day world in which SWAT police units are called to defuse hostile and confronting situations.
Grimhook
Bounce, dash, and grapple through flooded caverns in this fast-paced first-person action platformer. Descend into Grimhook's sunken ruins as Dart, mastering Lovecraftian powers and decimating robotic foes. Explore, battle, and unravel the mysteries below Miletos.
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.
Arizona Sunshine® 2
It's time to say hello to your old pal, Fred. Arizona Sunshine® 2, the next-gen sequel to the fan-favorite VR apocalypse, packs even more gore-geous zombie action! And what's better than braving the end of the f*cking world alone? Surviving it with your new best friend--Buddy.
The Last Soldier of the Ming Dynasty
The Japanese pirates have terrorized the Ming Dynasty for generations. You've devoted your life as a soldier to fighting them.And now you are in their turf, alone with your sword; the last soldier in pirate's land in this 3D-action game inspired by traditional Chinese ink painting landscapes.
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.
Soulash 2
Soulash 2 is a sandbox RPG roguelike with a procedurally generated open world, simulated history, skill-based progression system, customizable abilities, material-based crafting, building, trading, and the possibility of total mayhem. Will you save your world or destroy it?
Goofy Gorillas
Relive your childhood nostalgia at Goofy Gorillas, the largest virtual jungle gym! Battle it out with your friends in a wide range of casual but intense PvP gamemodes, or chill out and take part in some extra activities around the venue! Make the Goofy experience your own!
Turok 3: Shadow of Oblivion Remastered
Finish the hunt in this epic finale to the Turok Trilogy. Pick up immediately after the events of Turok 2: Seeds of Evil, with dual protagonists Joseph and Danielle Fireseed, of the Turok family tree, as they battle the titular antagonist Oblivion and its followers, the Flesh Eaters.
Furi Demake - The Chain
Fight your way free in this 8-bit-inspired version of Furi's first boss fight against The Chain. Frantic action, nervous controls, a blend of shoot and sword fight reimagined in 90s style. Only 1 boss fight! A gift to Furi’s fans.
Wizordum
Wizordum is a retro FPS that puts you in the role of a Mage on a quest to track down the source of Chaos. With a wide arsenal of spells and magic items, battle your way through the world of Terrabruma in this unique blend of classic 90s shooters and modern gaming elements.
TEVI
Embark on an epic action-adventure as you slash, dash, and combo your way through a vast, vibrant world. Explore and uncover hidden secrets. Customize your build to triumph in spectacular boss battles. Experience a tale of mystery, magic, and mayhem in TEVI, a bullet hell metroidvania!
DAVIGO: VR vs. PC
DAVIGO is a VR vs. PC physics-based battle game. Become the GIANT in VR or a small KNIGHT on PC and fight your friends in local or online matches. KNIGHTS play for free with DAVIGO KNIGHT'S PASS.
Juice Galaxy
Juice Galaxy is a happy place to fly around and smack things and drink juice. And explore things. And just, flip around doing stuff.
Worldless
Worldless is a stylised 2D platformer with a unique, active, turn-based combat system, and a mind-bending interpretative narrative. Players embark on a journey of self-growth and understanding, pushing the limits of their nature in a newly born and abstract universe.
Below the Stone
Below the Stone is an extraction roguelike about dwarves on the quest for the deepest depths. A place where each and every descent will lead to new adventures -- and where only the most determined dwarves with many lost lives will be rewarded by the hidden world lying below the stone.
Waifu Fighter -Family Friendly
One day, women became very powerful and dominated all fighting arenas. You had been living in seclusion for training for twenty years. You aimed at the championship of martial arts. Encountering female fighters all over the world, you had to do your best to defeat them successfully!
Naheulbeuk's Dungeon Master
A dungeon in danger ! Build, manage, and defend your tower in the satirical heroic fantasy universe of Dungeon of Naheulbeuk. From a shaky establishment to an infamous lair!
Invincible Presents: Atom Eve
Become Atom Eve and take control of your own path as one of the most powerful superheroes in the Invincible universe! Unravel a mystery and balance the dangers and responsibilities of being a superhero with the relatable challenges of everyday life.
Pirate Fighting Simulator
Pirate Fighting Simulator is a free multiplayer PVP game developed in UE5 in which you fight other players using typical pirate weaponry.
Strike Force Heroes
Strike Force Heroes is an oldschool arena shooter rebuilt with modern mechanics with full co-operative and PvP online multiplayer. It melds over the top action with epic story-telling in this intense remake of the hit Flash game.
Of Blades & Tails
A turn-based RPG that is action-oriented but rewards a thoughtful approach. Explore a fantastic land populated by different animal tribes. Follow the main story or hunt for treasures in ancient ruins and mysterious dungeons. Develop your character and gain powerful equipment.Most played combat games on Steam
Take a look at the top combat games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 19th 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 743,117 reviews of which 473,366 were positive and 269,751 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played combat game, thanks to its 46,620 peak concurrent players over the last day.
6.4
473,366
269,751
46,620
players
2. Lords of the Fallen
A vast world awaits in the medieval, dark fantasy action-RPG, Lords of the Fallen. As a fabled Dark Crusader, embark on an epic quest to overthrow Adyr, the demon God. The definitive Version 2.0 out now: features Shared Progression Co-op & Free Friend’s Pass. Lords of the Fallen is a exploration, souls-like and combat game developed and published by CI Games. Released on October 13th 2023 has received 35,500 reviews of which 22,944 were positive and 12,556 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. While seeing 5,880 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among combat games based on player count.
6.4
22,944
12,556
5,880
players
3. Warhammer 40,000: Darktide
Take back the city of Tertium from hordes of bloodthirsty foes in this intense and brutal action shooter. Warhammer 40,000: Darktide is the new co-op focused experience from the award-winning team behind the Vermintide series. As Tertium falls, Rejects Will Rise. Warhammer 40,000: Darktide is a action-adventure, horror and combat game developed and published by Fatshark. Released on November 30th 2022 has received 111,015 reviews of which 78,530 were positive and 32,485 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. While seeing 5,058 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among combat games based on player count.
7.0
78,530
32,485
5,058
players
4. Undisputed
Become Undisputed in the most authentic boxing game to date! Featuring true to life visuals, bone-jarring action, and more licensed boxers than ever before, Undisputed gives you unprecedented control to master every inch of the ring. Undisputed is a 3d fighter, third person and 3d game developed by Steel City Interactive and published by Deep Silver. Released on October 08th 2024 has received 18,990 reviews of which 12,020 were positive and 6,970 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. With 795 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played combat games.
6.3
12,020
6,970
795
players
5. Blasphemous 2
The Penitent One awakens as Blasphemous 2 joins him once again in an endless struggle against The Miracle. Dive into a perilous new world filled with mysteries and secrets to discover, and tear your way through monstrous foes that stand between you and your quest to end the cycle once and for all. Blasphemous 2 is a combat, fantasy and metroidvania game developed by The Game Kitchen and published by Team17. Released on August 24th 2023 has received 13,659 reviews of which 12,499 were positive and 1,160 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 426 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played combat games.
8.9
12,499
1,160
426
players
6. Caliber
Caliber is a team-based online shooter focused on special forces units from all over the world. More than 70 operators with unique abilities and weapons as well as various game modes and maps are waiting for you. Caliber is a multiplayer, free to play and combat game developed by 1C Game Studios and published by FOR-GAMES CR LTD. Released on April 12th 2023 has received 20,262 reviews of which 15,484 were positive and 4,778 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. With 390 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played combat games.
7.5
15,484
4,778
390
players
7. VTOL VR
VTOL VR is a near-futuristic combat flight game built for Virtual Reality. Pilot advanced multi-role jets, using your hands to flip switches, press buttons, and manipulate the virtual flight controls. VTOL VR is a flight, vr and simulation game developed and published by Boundless Dynamics and LLC. Released on August 03rd 2017 has received 19,045 reviews of which 18,678 were positive and 367 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. With 387 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played combat games.
9.6
18,678
367
387
players
8. IfSunSets
「IfSunSets」 is a survival RPG adventure game. During the day, secure necessary supplies across the island, and survive the night against strong and terrifying monsters that track you down. You can utilize resources you've secured to build a base to fend off threatening monsters. IfSunSets is a early access, nature and combat game developed by POLYMORPH and published by Smilegate. Released on November 04th 2024 has received 1,441 reviews of which 1,048 were positive and 393 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. With 284 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played combat games.
7.0
1,048
393
284
players
9. Assassin's Creed™: Director's Cut Edition
Assassin's Creed™ is the next-gen game developed by Ubisoft Montreal that redefines the action genre. While other games claim to be next-gen with impressive graphics and physics, Assassin's Creed merges technology, game design, theme and emotions into a world where you instigate chaos and become a vulnerable, yet powerful, agent of... Assassin's Creed™: Director's Cut Edition is a action, combat and adventure game developed by Ubisoft Montreal and published by Ubisoft. Released on April 09th 2008 has received 21,433 reviews of which 17,477 were positive and 3,956 were negative resulting in a rating of 8 out of 10. With 109 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played combat games.
8
17,477
3,956
109
players
10. No Fair Play
No Fair Play is a physics-based multiplayer game that combines parkour, combat, and football mechanics to offer great freedom to players. No Fair Play is a football (soccer), multiplayer and e-sports game developed and published by Self MADev. Released on July 28th 2023 has received 429 reviews of which 388 were positive and 41 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played combat games.
8.4
388
41
44
players
Best deals on combat games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of combat games available on Steam right now, updated on April 19th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted combat games.
1. The Legend of Tianding
The Legend of Tianding is a sidescrolling action game about Liao Tianding, the legendary Taiwanese Folk Hero. Explore the dazzling streets of Colonial Japanese Taiwan in the early 20th century. The Legend of Tianding is a adventure, controller and rpg game developed by Creative Games Computer Graphics Corporation and Neon Doctrine and published by Neon Doctrine. Released on November 01st 2021 has received 3,909 reviews of which 3,694 were positive and 215 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Featuring a massive 93% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for combat category.
9.1
3,694
215
-93%
19.86€
1.39€
2. SPRAWL
SPRAWL is a hardcore retro FPS set in an endless cyberpunk megalopolis. Escape the walled city and take on the militarized government of the sprawl. Fueled by the blood of your enemies and a mysterious voice in your head, make your way towards the spire to topple whatever lays within. SPRAWL is a controller, sci-fi and combat game developed by MAETH and published by Rogue Games and Inc.. Released on August 23rd 2023 has received 1,950 reviews of which 1,712 were positive and 238 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 93% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in combat games.
8.4
1,712
238
-93%
15.14€
1.06€
3. Midnight Ghost Hunt
The chaotic multiplayer hide-and-seek game. Possess seemingly harmless objects as Ghosts or chase them down as Hunters before the clock strikes midnight! Midnight Ghost Hunt is a multiplayer, combat and team-based game developed by Vaulted Sky Games and published by Coffee Stain Publishing. Released on March 21st 2024 has received 7,431 reviews of which 5,705 were positive and 1,726 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 83% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in combat games.
7.5
5,705
1,726
-83%
20.35€
3.46€
4. Drone Swarm
Drone Swarm is a very unique take on tactical games. Control 32,000 drones in quick, fast-paced fights. Combine your swarm abilities and counter constantly evolving attacks of your opponents. Survive varying enemy waves, get upgrades to your swarm, and make it to the next system alive! Drone Swarm is a sci-fi, action and real time tactics game developed by stillalive studios and published by astragon Entertainment. Released on October 20th 2020 has received 318 reviews of which 201 were positive and 117 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 83% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for combat games.
6.1
201
117
-83%
17.47€
2.97€
5. Blasphemous 2
The Penitent One awakens as Blasphemous 2 joins him once again in an endless struggle against The Miracle. Dive into a perilous new world filled with mysteries and secrets to discover, and tear your way through monstrous foes that stand between you and your quest to end the cycle once and for all. Blasphemous 2 is a combat, fantasy and metroidvania game developed by The Game Kitchen and published by Team17. Released on August 24th 2023 has received 13,659 reviews of which 12,499 were positive and 1,160 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 81% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for combat games.
8.9
12,499
1,160
-81%
29.37€
5.58€
6. Bang-On Balls: Chronicles
A quirky, absolutely content-packed, destructible open-world sandbox adventure with combat, platforming, character customization, and collect-a-thon scavenger hunt experience. Play solo, 2-player split screen, or online co-op for up to 4 players. No paid cosmetic DLC nonsense. Bang-On Balls: Chronicles is a combat, co-op and open world game developed by Exit Plan Games and published by Untold Tales and CouchPlay Interactive. Released on October 05th 2023 has received 4,716 reviews of which 4,548 were positive and 168 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 80% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for combat games.
9.3
4,548
168
-80%
24.95€
4.99€
7. The Tarnishing of Juxtia
As the final creation of the Goddess, Juxtia, journey through the ruins of two divine kingdoms, overrun by the Tarnishing. Challenging combat, a hauntingly beautiful score, and a sinister narrative work in unison to make The Tarnishing of Juxtia an unforgettable 2D dark fantasy action RPG. The Tarnishing of Juxtia is a action, rpg and souls-like game developed by Actual Nerds and published by Mastiff and Neverland Entertainment. Released on July 26th 2022 has received 568 reviews of which 389 were positive and 179 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 80% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for combat games.
6.6
389
179
-80%
22.69€
4.53€
8. Battle Cry of Freedom
Battle Cry of Freedom brings brutal real-time first and third-person combat set in the 19th Century America, presenting players with the opportunity to re-fight the American Civil War as either the Union or the Confederates. Battle Cry of Freedom is a shooter, combat and 3d game developed and published by Flying Squirrel Entertainment. Released on March 01st 2022 has received 2,416 reviews of which 1,757 were positive and 659 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 77% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for combat games.
7.1
1,757
659
-77%
10.09€
2.32€
9. You Will Die Here Tonight
Immerse yourself in retro top-down visuals as you face the horrors of Breckenridge Hall through intense first-person combat. Scavenge, solve puzzles, and upgrade your gear. Do whatever it takes to survive—but remember: You Will Die Here Tonight. You Will Die Here Tonight is a dark, psychological horror and zombies game developed and published by Spiral Bound Interactive LLC. Released on October 31st 2023 has received 492 reviews of which 462 were positive and 30 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 75% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for combat games.
8.7
462
30
-75%
19.50€
4.87€
10. Lords of the Fallen
A vast world awaits in the medieval, dark fantasy action-RPG, Lords of the Fallen. As a fabled Dark Crusader, embark on an epic quest to overthrow Adyr, the demon God. The definitive Version 2.0 out now: features Shared Progression Co-op & Free Friend’s Pass. Lords of the Fallen is a exploration, souls-like and combat game developed and published by CI Games. Released on October 13th 2023 has received 35,500 reviews of which 22,944 were positive and 12,556 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 72% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for combat games.
6.4
22,944
12,556
-72%
61.00€
17.08€
Free combat games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play combat games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 19th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play combat 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 743,117 reviews of which 473,366 were positive and 269,751 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. With 46,620 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free combat games on Steam.
6.4
473,366
269,751
46,620
players
2. Caliber
Caliber is a team-based online shooter focused on special forces units from all over the world. More than 70 operators with unique abilities and weapons as well as various game modes and maps are waiting for you. Caliber is a multiplayer, free to play and combat game developed by 1C Game Studios and published by FOR-GAMES CR LTD. Released on April 12th 2023 has received 20,262 reviews of which 15,484 were positive and 4,778 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 390, this combat game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free combat games on Steam.
7.5
15,484
4,778
390
players
3. 源战役
《源战役》 is an urban sci-fi adventure theme of 3D star traversal type MMORPG game, the game background of the cosmic space-time rupture, the source of the experiment declared a failure, the energy emergency, the source of the power of the war is bound to take place! 源战役 is a mmorpg, massively multiplayer and cyberpunk game developed and published by YD Games. Released on July 18th 2024 has received 302 reviews of which 281 were positive and 21 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free combat games on Steam.
8.5
281
21
4
players
4. The PenguinGame 2 -Lies of Penguin-
The heroic penguin pulled the legendary club from the rock. pass the ordeal! Revenge on humans! Save Antarctica in crisis! The Penguin Game2 : Lies of Penguin is an action game made with a deep impression of the soul-like genre. Challenge a total of 7 types of boss battles! The PenguinGame 2 -Lies of Penguin- is a action, souls-like and combat game developed and published by Reno Games. Released on August 01st 2023 has received 661 reviews of which 592 were positive and 69 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free combat games on Steam.
8.4
592
69
1
players
5. FISHGUN
FISHGUN is a chaotic fish-person shooter where you feed your sentient gun random upgrades to defeat hordes of evil fruit. FISHGUN is a action, fps and shooter game developed and published by FISHGUNNERS. Released on July 05th 2023 has received 381 reviews of which 370 were positive and 11 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free combat games on Steam.
8.9
370
11