Best Fast-Paced 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 fast-paced games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free fast-paced games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Rayman® Legends
Michel Ancel, the celebrated creator of Rayman®, Beyond Good & Evil®, and the Raving Rabbids®, returns to unleash his innovative creativity on this new entry into the Rayman® franchise.When Rayman, Globox, and the Teensies discover a mysterious tent filled with captivating paintings, they are suddenly transported to a series of...
Rise of the Triad
Apogee Software and Interceptor Entertainment proudly present the rebirth of the cult-classic first-person shooter, “Rise of the Triad”. Bigger, better and more ludicrous than ever before.
Bleed
Wryn is a girl with a big arsenal and big dreams -- she wants to be the ultimate videogame hero! Help her take down the Greatest Heroes of All Time in an action-packed bid to claim the title for herself and show the world what a true hero looks like!
The Apogee Throwback Pack
The Apogee Throwback Pack is a collection of four classic Apogee Software titles all in one kick ass package. Blast your way across the galaxy as British Special Agent Blake Stone in "Aliens of Gold" and "Planet Strike", then take on an ancient evil menace as the H.U.N.T in "Rise of the Triad".
TrackMania² Stadium
TrackMania² Stadium is the return of the popular Stadium environment enjoyed by millions of players with TrackMania Nations Forever. Now part of the ManiaPlanet environment, Stadium allows for improved services around the game, better graphics and a powerful track editor.
Strike Suit Infinity
Ok, cadet. This is it. All your training has brought you to this point - you are here for one reason only: to be the best.Strike Suit Infinity is a frantic high score chaser where your skill is the only thing that matters. Whatever combat experience you have had so far is considered irrelevant.
ShootMania Storm
ShootMania the FPS “Powered By Players”ShootMania Storm is revolutionizing the multiplayer FPS by adding a community dimension and unlimited replayability. Developed by the Nadeo studio, renowned for community racing game, TrackMania, ShootMania Storm boasts quick-fire matches and epic battles, where only your talent will distinguish you...
Super House of Dead Ninjas
Super House of Dead Ninjas is an action arcade game with roguelite elements. Race against a 30 second timer as you descend floor after foe-filled floor and attempt to unlock the secrets of this deadly tower!Play as the fearsome Crimson Ninja, wielding an arsenal of deadly ninja weapons and attacks.
Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed Collection
Compete across land, water and air in incredible transforming vehicles that change from cars to boats to planes mid-race.
DmC: Devil May Cry
In this retelling of Dante's origin story which is set against a contemporary backdrop, DmC Devil May Cry™ retains the stylish action.
Stealth Bastard Deluxe
Armed with only your wits and a pair of Stealthing Goggles, it’s your job to sneak your way through a deadly facility that’s determined to extinguish your fragile little life.
Super Hexagon
Super Hexagon is a minimal action game by Terry Cavanagh, with music by Chipzel.
Sonic Adventure 2
Experience two unique adventures featuring both long-time heroes and new and returning villains as they battle for the fate of the world!
Painkiller Hell & Damnation
Evil has returned! Demonic powers are manifesting themselves as a myriad of dark creatures, fighting over the fates of imprisoned souls caught in Purgatory.
Hotline Miami
Hotline Miami is a high-octane action game overflowing with raw brutality, hard-boiled gunplay and skull crushing close combat.
Half Minute Hero: Super Mega Neo Climax Ultimate Boy
The world is at an end, and you have 30 seconds to save it!
Super Crate Box
Vlambeer's SUPER CRATE BOX is coming to bring back the glory of the golden arcade age, when all that really mattered was getting on that high score list. Grab your baseball cap and loosen your pants, it's time to fight endless hordes of enemies and collect every weapon crate you can.
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.
Tribes: Ascend
This edition packages weapon DLC from ten previous expansions as well new featured content.
Sonic the Hedgehog 4 - Episode II
The Sonic 4 Saga continues in Episode II with the return of a beloved side kick and fan-favorite villains! Following the events of Episode I, Metal Sonic has returned to form an alliance with Dr. Eggman! To face this new evil, Sonic will have to call upon an old friend to help him save the day!
Dustforce DX
Take control of a nimble janitor to rid the world of dust and debris.
Most played fast-paced games on Steam
Take a look at the top fast-paced games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 19th 2025.
1. ULTRAKILL
ULTRAKILL is a fast-paced ultraviolent retro FPS combining the skill-based style scoring from character action games with unadulterated carnage inspired by the best shooters of the '90s. Rip apart your foes with varied destructive weapons and shower in their blood to regain your health. ULTRAKILL is a boomer shooter, fast-paced and fps game developed by Arsi "Hakita" Patala and published by New Blood Interactive . Released on September 03rd 2020 has received 161,655 reviews of which 157,997 were positive and 3,658 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played fast-paced game, thanks to its 3,085 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.6
157,997
3,658
3,085
players
2. DOOM Eternal
Hell’s armies have invaded Earth. Become the Slayer in an epic single-player campaign to conquer demons across dimensions and stop the final destruction of humanity. The only thing they fear... is you. DOOM Eternal is a fps, action and gore game developed by id Software and published by Bethesda Softworks. Released on March 19th 2020 has received 202,818 reviews of which 184,847 were positive and 17,971 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. While seeing 1,588 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among fast-paced games based on player count.
9.0
184,847
17,971
1,588
players
3. Haste
Run fast, soar through the air, and master your landings as you speed through procedural worlds to outrun the end of the universe! Haste is a fast-paced, action and female protagonist game developed by and published by landfall. Released on April 01st 2025 has received 4,288 reviews of which 3,930 were positive and 358 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. While seeing 1,351 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among fast-paced games based on player count.
8.8
3,930
358
1,351
players
4. Beat Saber
Beat Saber is a VR rhythm game where you slash the beats of adrenaline-pumping music as they fly towards you, surrounded by a futuristic world. Beat Saber is a vr, rhythm and music game developed and published by Beat Games. Released on May 21st 2019 has received 74,429 reviews of which 71,160 were positive and 3,269 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. With 597 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played fast-paced games.
9.4
71,160
3,269
597
players
5. Pizza Tower
Pizza Tower is a fast paced 2D platformer, with an emphasis on movement, exploration and score attack. Featuring highly stylized pixel art inspired by the cartoons from the '90s, and a highly energetic soundtrack. Pizza Tower is a great soundtrack, 2d platformer and fast-paced game developed and published by Tour De Pizza. Released on January 26th 2023 has received 65,802 reviews of which 64,735 were positive and 1,067 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.7 out of 10. With 506 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played fast-paced games.
9.7
64,735
1,067
506
players
6. Sonic Adventure 2
Experience two unique adventures featuring both long-time heroes and new and returning villains as they battle for the fate of the world! Sonic Adventure 2 is a action, great soundtrack and 3d platformer game developed and published by SEGA. Released on November 19th 2012 has received 25,008 reviews of which 22,284 were positive and 2,724 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. With 378 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played fast-paced games.
8.7
22,284
2,724
378
players
7. Quake Live
Experience the most exciting and fast-paced FPS gameplay while competing with players from around the world in over 100 arenas, a dozen game modes, and with persistent career stats tracking, in this online features-focused successor to Quake III Arena. Quake Live is a fps, arena shooter and multiplayer game developed by id Software and published by Bethesda Softworks. Released on September 17th 2014 has received 15,345 reviews of which 13,273 were positive and 2,072 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. With 373 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played fast-paced games.
8.5
13,273
2,072
373
players
8. SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS
Shadow the Hedgehog is back with Classic and Modern Sonic in SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS, an all-new collection featuring two unique experiences! SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS is a action, 3d platformer and platformer game developed by Sonic Team and published by SEGA. Released on October 24th 2024 has received 12,177 reviews of which 11,866 were positive and 311 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. With 198 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played fast-paced games.
9.5
11,866
311
198
players
9. DUSK
Battle through an onslaught of mystical backwater cultists, possessed militants & even darker forces as you attempt to discover just what lurks beneath the Earth in this retro FPS inspired by the '90s legends. DUSK is a boomer shooter, fps and retro game developed by David Szymanski and published by New Blood Interactive . Released on December 10th 2018 has received 23,226 reviews of which 22,604 were positive and 622 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. With 114 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played fast-paced games.
9.5
22,604
622
114
players
10. MicroWorks
MicroWorks is a competitively lighthearted party game where you and up to 16 other players compete through a series of microgames and boss stages to reach the top of the scoreboard and unleash chaos! MicroWorks is a indie, multiplayer and minigames game developed and published by Agiriko. Released on September 02nd 2022 has received 1,447 reviews of which 1,178 were positive and 269 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played fast-paced games.
7.8
1,178
269
98
players
Best deals on fast-paced games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of fast-paced 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 fast-paced games.
1. Wordle
Wordle is a fun word puzzle game where you guess a hidden word within a few tries. Each guess gives clues about letter placement. Enjoy daily challenges, sharpen your skills, and track your progress in this simple and engaging game. Wordle is a puzzle, casual and indie game developed by PreoNus Games and published by Gigantum Games. Released on April 12th 2021 has received 614 reviews of which 521 were positive and 93 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Featuring a massive 95% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for fast-paced category.
8.0
521
93
-95%
19.99€
0.99€
2. Fury Unleashed
Shoot your way through the pages of an ever-changing comic book in this fast-paced roguelike. Play solo, in local or online co-op, expand your weaponry, and upgrade your hero with each run. All that to find out why has your creator lost his faith in you and to prove him wrong. Fury Unleashed is a replay value, rogue-like and fast-paced game developed and published by Awesome Games Studio. Released on May 08th 2020 has received 2,601 reviews of which 2,287 were positive and 314 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 fast-paced games.
8.4
2,287
314
-93%
19.71€
1.38€
3. Deadlink
Get ready to put a sizable dent in the profits of megacorporations in Deadlink, a guns-blazing cyberpunk FPS with roguelite elements. Your mission is to conduct covert ops while piloting a humanoid combat shell. And no, "covert" doesn’t mean "quiet." Deadlink is a fps, action roguelike and cyberpunk game developed by Gruby Entertainment and published by SuperGG.com. Released on July 27th 2023 has received 3,350 reviews of which 3,016 were positive and 334 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 92% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in fast-paced games.
8.7
3,016
334
-92%
25.50€
2.04€
4. Ghostrunner 2
Blood will run in Ghostrunner 2, a hardcore FPP slasher set in a post-apocalyptic cyberpunk future. Become the ultimate cyber ninja and prepare for epic boss fights, improved skills, an interactive story, new game modes, and captivating synthwave soundtrack. Ghostrunner 2 is a cyberpunk, action and runner game developed by ONE MORE LEVEL and published by 505 Games. Released on October 26th 2023 has received 9,243 reviews of which 7,488 were positive and 1,755 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for fast-paced games.
7.9
7,488
1,755
-92%
41.75€
3.34€
5. Dread Templar
Dread Templar is a fast-paced hardcore old-school FPS, combining classic 90s shooter and modern FPS elements. Unlock and combine dozens of weapon upgrades and skills, embrace the Dread Force and obliterate hordes of fiendish enemies. Become the scariest thing in hell and get your revenge! Dread Templar is a boomer shooter, fps and retro game developed by T19 Games and published by Fulqrum Publishing. Released on January 26th 2023 has received 1,484 reviews of which 1,241 were positive and 243 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for fast-paced games.
8.0
1,241
243
-90%
19.30€
1.93€
6. Windjammers 2
The best flying disc game of all time is back, with amazing hand-drawn graphics, crazy new moves, gameplay mechanics and awesome characters and stages! New update brings new playable characters, new training mode, full crossplay support and more. Windjammers 2 is a sports, pvp and arcade game developed by and published by DotEmu. Released on January 20th 2022 has received 700 reviews of which 613 were positive and 87 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 88% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for fast-paced games.
8.2
613
87
-88%
20.50€
2.46€
7. DUSK
Battle through an onslaught of mystical backwater cultists, possessed militants & even darker forces as you attempt to discover just what lurks beneath the Earth in this retro FPS inspired by the '90s legends. DUSK is a boomer shooter, fps and retro game developed by David Szymanski and published by New Blood Interactive . Released on December 10th 2018 has received 23,226 reviews of which 22,604 were positive and 622 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 83% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for fast-paced games.
9.5
22,604
622
-83%
19.88€
3.38€
8. One Finger Death Punch 2
The world's fastest brawler is back. Experience cinematic kung-fu in the most epic stickman fighter ever made. Staying true to the original, you play with only two buttons. Every press matters, do not button mash! One Finger Death Punch 2 is a action, indie and beat 'em up game developed and published by Silver Dollar Games. Released on April 15th 2019 has received 4,395 reviews of which 4,235 were positive and 160 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 83% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for fast-paced games.
9.3
4,235
160
-83%
6.47€
1.10€
9. Ghostrunner
Ghostrunner offers a unique single-player experience: fast-paced, violent combat, and an original setting that blends science fiction with post-apocalyptic themes. It tells the story of a world that has already ended and its inhabitants who fight to survive. Ghostrunner is a action, cyberpunk and fast-paced game developed by ONE MORE LEVEL, 3D Realms, Slipgate Ironworks™ and All in! Games and published by 505 Games. Released on October 27th 2020 has received 62,817 reviews of which 57,420 were positive and 5,397 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 82% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for fast-paced games.
9.0
57,420
5,397
-82%
30.11€
5.42€
10. Boomerang X
Harness the power of a mystical boomerang to fling yourself through the air in this acrobatic arena shooter. Slice, fly, and blast through swarms of evil creatures on an abandoned island with a cryptic past. Stay agile or meet your doom. Boomerang X is a arena shooter, fast-paced and first-person game developed by DANG! and published by Devolver Digital. Released on July 08th 2021 has received 1,209 reviews of which 1,156 were positive and 53 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 81% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for fast-paced games.
9.0
1,156
53
-81%
19.68€
3.74€
Free fast-paced games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play fast-paced 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 fast-paced games.
1. MicroWorks
MicroWorks is a competitively lighthearted party game where you and up to 16 other players compete through a series of microgames and boss stages to reach the top of the scoreboard and unleash chaos! MicroWorks is a indie, multiplayer and minigames game developed and published by Agiriko. Released on September 02nd 2022 has received 1,447 reviews of which 1,178 were positive and 269 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played free fast-paced games on Steam.
7.8
1,178
269
98
players
2. PAPERHEAD EP.0
In this cute cardboard world, something went horribly wrong... You wake up in a prison cell. A strange voice calls to you from the depths of dark corridors covered in runic symbols and blood. Reload your trusty shotgun and find out... WHY WOULD CARDBOARD... BLEED? PAPERHEAD EP.0 is a fps, fast-paced and singleplayer game developed by Paperhead te4m and published by HypeTrain Digital. Released on November 14th 2024 has received 1,443 reviews of which 1,347 were positive and 96 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played free fast-paced games on Steam.
8.9
1,347
96
43
players
3. Paint Warfare
A fast-paced online arena FPS with jetpacks, hang gliders, fast respawns, 6-minute rounds and instant matches Paint Warfare is a fps, arena shooter and multiplayer game developed and published by bananadev.. Released on March 06th 2022 has received 1,672 reviews of which 1,435 were positive and 237 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free fast-paced games on Steam.
8.2
1,435
237
8
players
4. OLDTV
Can you think twice in under a second? OLDTV is a free to play, great soundtrack and fast-paced game developed and published by Creability. Released on July 15th 2017 has received 5,432 reviews of which 5,139 were positive and 293 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free fast-paced games on Steam.
9.1
5,139
293
5. Alien Removal Division
The invasion has started and the secret military research facility has fallen leaving only chaos. As the only survivor, you must fight your way through the military base against a horde of frantic aliens. A.R.D. is a FREE single-player first-person shooter made by students from Breda University. Alien Removal Division is a parkour, fps and action game developed by Enchanted Bean Studios and published by Breda University of Applied Sciences. Released on June 17th 2022 has received 1,056 reviews of which 932 were positive and 124 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free fast-paced games on Steam.
8.4
932
124
6. Interloper
Interloper is an online multiplayer real-time strategy game with matches that take only 5 minutes. Instead of destroying your opponent, you win by claiming domain. By predicting your opponent's movements, you corner them to claim the entire map. Interloper is a strategy, indie and rts game developed and published by Monogon Games. Released on May 21st 2015 has received 396 reviews of which 335 were positive and 61 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played free fast-paced games on Steam.
7.9
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61
7. The Art of Fight | 4vs4 Fast-Paced FPS
The Art of Fight is the fastest-paced multiplayer shooter in VR.It uses a game-changing locomotion method that avoids motion sickness allowing unparalleled 4v4 competitive battles online or against configurable bots. The Art of Fight | 4vs4 Fast-Paced FPS is a action, indie and vr game developed and published by raptor lab. Released on February 17th 2017 has received 357 reviews of which 240 were positive and 117 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free fast-paced games on Steam.
6.4
240
117
8. BattleCore Arena
BattleCore Arena is a free-to-play, peer-to-peer platform shooter where gravity mastery is the key to victory. Compete in quick PvP battles, using weapons and abilities to eject your opponents out of the arena. BattleCore Arena is a free to play, shooter and competitive game developed by Ubisoft Bordeaux and published by Ubisoft. Released on February 04th 2025 has received 369 reviews of which 242 were positive and 127 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free fast-paced games on Steam.
6.3
242
127