Discounted 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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Vivat Slovakia
Vivat Slovakia is an open-world action game set in '90s Slovakia, where corruption runs deep and law enforcement is weak. Uncover a gripping story based on true events as you explore and shoot your way through a city at the crossroads of Eastern Europe’s turbulent history.
Soulslinger: Envoy of Death
You are a gunslinger in limbo, involved in a gritty war against "The Cartel", a ruthless organization harvesting souls to break free of the shackles of the afterlife. Grow stronger with each new run, gather the essence of lost souls to take on the biggest threats in this rogue-lite FPS!
Castle Of Alchemists
Defend your castle in this fast-paced tower defense/action hybrid game with stunning pixel art graphics! Play as alchemically enhanced warrior Bellator, set traps, build towers, craft powerful weapons, and defend your home! The fate of the castle lies in your hands!
Commandos: Origins
ALARM! You have been selected for a mission which will shape the fate of the entire world. Witness the very beginning of the legendary elite WWII force in Commandos: Origins. The long-awaited sequel to the Commandos series brings you right back to the foundation of the real-time tactics genre.
Nomad Idle
Face waves of enemies automatically and create builds by distributing stat points, leveling up equipment, choosing passive skills, summons and more. An idle game about killing hordes of enemies, becoming stronger, and exploring an unfolding storyline. A spin-off of Nomad Survival.
Look Outside
Look Outside is a survival horror RPG set in a single apartment building. A mysterious event turns anyone who looks out the window into grotesque monsters, leaving the world in absolute chaos. Scavenge the building to seek food, supplies, and weapons while encountering strange characters.
BLEACH Rebirth of Souls
Awaken the blade within you and reverse your fate in BLEACH Rebirth of Souls! Engage in thrilling battles with powerful sword abilities and characters from this legendary anime franchise.
Blood Typers
TYPE TO KILL in this survival horror adventure. Alone or with friends, explore a sprawling cursed film studio as its horror movies bleed into reality. Choose from a roster of characters then plan your escape from this bloody homage to old school horror. But remember... death is just a typo away.
Border Pioneer
As the kingdom's most promising pioneer, embark on a legendary journey to tame the frontier! Build thriving towns across various landscapes, fending off waves of diverse enemies until you establish a firm foothold and have explored everything the eye can see!
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
A thrilling story-driven action RPG, with a rich open world, set in 15th century Medieval Europe. Experience the ultimate medieval adventure - through the eyes of young Henry - as you embark on a journey of epic proportions.
Marvel's Spider-Man 2
Be Greater. Together. The incredible power of the symbiote forces Peter Parker and Miles Morales into a desperate fight as they balance their lives, friendships, and their duty to protect in an exciting chapter of the critically acclaimed Spider-Man franchise on PC.
Eternal Strands
Fight epic, towering creatures while blending magical abilities with an arsenal of powerful weapons to keep the world from crumbling in this third-person, action-adventure game.
Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter
Embark upon a vast, snow-ravaged kingdom in Tails of Iron 2, sequel to the critically acclaimed action-RPG. As Arlo, heir to the Warden of the Wastes, adventure through harsh northern lands, home to giant beasts and ragtag bandits, in an epic quest to overcome an ancient, blood-starved evil.
SCP: Fragmented Minds
You arrive at Mars Site-113, a decaying monument to the SCP Foundation's ambition—and its failures. Once the most secure facility, now a cradle of horrors calling you to uncover its secrets. Face relentless anomalies, humanity's darkest truths, and a mission that demands survival above all else.
NINJA GAIDEN 2 Black
Using Unreal Engine 5 to significantly enhance graphic expression, this is the definitive version of "NINJA GAIDEN 2," featuring additional playable characters and enhanced battle support functions.
Butcher's Creek
A first person melee horror game where you use rusty tools to brutalize a gang of serial torturers in the remote Appalachian Forest.
Age of Darkness: Final Stand
Age of Darkness: Final Stand is a dark fantasy survival RTS where you must illuminate, build and defend humanity’s last bastion against hordes of Nightmares. Set in the remnants of a kingdom consumed by a deadly fog, you decide. Will you hide in the light? Or take back your world.
Aloft
Soar the skies in Aloft, the co-op sandbox survival game set in a world of floating islands. Build any island into a skyship, your home in the clouds. Find lost knowledge, cure the fungal corruption, and brave the hurricane to restore the ecosystem.
Hyper Light Breaker
Enter the Overgrowth, a new realm in the world of Hyper Light. Play alone or with friends to explore open worlds, create new builds, rip through hordes and overcome the Crowns and the Abyss King.
Alien: Rogue Incursion
Alien: Rogue Incursion is an all-new action-horror VR game that transforms you into ex-Colonial Marine Zula Hendricks on a dangerous mission to the uncharted planet Purdan, featuring innovative real-life motion gameplay, a whole-body loadout, and the most cunning Xenomorphs ever encountered.
Rocket Rats
Rocket Rats is a survivors-like game where you defeat cheese-based astral bodies in space – as a rat! Clear waves of enemies, collect cheese, upgrade your gear, and conquer the moon!
Wild Woods
Wild Woods is a couch co-op game full of action, teamwork and woodland critters. One to four players take on the role of brave little cats defending their wooden wagon on its way through a dangerous forest. Clever cooperation is key - their way is full of obstacles!
Enigma of Fear
Become Mia, a paranormal detective searching for her missing father inside the Perimeter - a place that doesn't exist. Investigate clues like a real detective and unravel the mysteries behind the Enigma of Fear, defeating the terrible monsters who'll try to stop you.
The Devil Within: Satgat
Join Kim Rip, a Royal Guard whose humanity is gradually slipping away, on a thrilling 2.5D action-adventure platforming journey in 'The Devil Within: Satgat'. Uncover the mysteries of a desolate realm as you engage in stylish battles against formidable foes.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 18th 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 43,260 peak concurrent players over the last day.
6.4
473,366
269,751
43,260
players
2. 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 4,701 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among combat games based on player count.
7.0
78,530
32,485
4,701
players
3. 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 2,318 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among combat games based on player count.
6.4
22,944
12,556
2,318
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 18,914 reviews of which 11,983 were positive and 6,931 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. With 710 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played combat games.
6.3
11,983
6,931
710
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 370 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
370
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 324 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
324
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 293 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
293
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 1,396 reviews of which 1,016 were positive and 380 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. With 265 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played combat games.
7.0
1,016
380
265
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 113 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
113
players
10. Age of War
A recreation of the beloved flash game "Age of war". Play through 5 age each with their unique special abilities to defeat your opponent. Age of war was first released at 31 October 2007. This recreation brings the game to the modern age. Age of War is a strategy, arcade and 2d game developed and published by Alex Piotrowski. Released on April 11th 2025 has received 641 reviews of which 584 were positive and 57 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played combat games.
8.5
584
57
85
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 18th 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 7,429 reviews of which 5,701 were positive and 1,728 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
5,701
1,728
-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 18th 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 43,260 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
43,260
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 324, this combat game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free combat games on Steam.
7.5
15,484
4,778
324
players
3. Age of War
A recreation of the beloved flash game "Age of war". Play through 5 age each with their unique special abilities to defeat your opponent. Age of war was first released at 31 October 2007. This recreation brings the game to the modern age. Age of War is a strategy, arcade and 2d game developed and published by Alex Piotrowski. Released on April 11th 2025 has received 641 reviews of which 584 were positive and 57 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
584
57
85
players
4. 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 #4 spot among the most played free combat games on Steam.
8.5
281
21
4
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
3
players
6. 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 #6 spot among the most played free combat games on Steam.
8.4
592
69