Best First-Person 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 first-person games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free first-person games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Necrobarista
In a back-alley cafe, the dead are granted one last night to mingle with the living. Necrobarista follows a dynamic and diverse cast of characters as they navigate Melbourne's hipstery coffee culture, the questionable ethics of necromancy, and the process of letting go.
Into the Radius VR
Into the Radius is a single-player survival shooter in VR. Explore the Pechorsk zone filled with surreal landscapes and dangerous anomalies. Defend yourself with realistic firearms, recover strange artifacts, scavenge for loot, and uncover the mysteries of this unforgiving dystopian environment.
Kill It With Fire: HEATWAVE
Kill It With Fire: Heatwave is a free chapter of a first-person action game about hunting spiders and causing collateral damage. The full game is OUT NOW!
SUPERHOT: MIND CONTROL DELETE
The long-awaited third game in the groundbreaking SUPERHOT franchise - MIND CONTROL DELETE gives you more insight into the world of SUPERHOT, more story, more signature gameplay. Keep dancing the slow-motion ballet of destruction for so much longer than ever before.
Accident: The Pilot
Become a journalist who researches old car accident cases. Help victims and perform first aid, obtain evidence and reconstruct the events to discover what really happened.
Hunting Simulator 2
With your hunting dog by your side, explore the Texan desert and forests of Colorado and Europe as you track down 33 animal species. Choose your gear from over 160 official weapons, accessories and clothing items (including Browning, Winchester and Bushnell).
Devolverland Expo
Devolverland Expo is a first-person 'marketing simulator' set within an abandoned convention center after the annual Devolver Digital game expo was mysteriously canceled.
Vectromirror 0™
Become the Test Subject and attempt to complete a challenging experiment to awaken emotional responses in your Artificial Intelligence. Jump, wall-run, and parkour your way through the free-to-play prequel to the upcoming game.
Don't Be Afraid - The First Toy
Don't Be Afraid - The First Toy, is an introduction to the dramatic story of a boy kidnapped by a psychopath. Exploring the giant house of your torturer you will soon discover things worse than your childish nightmares. Take on the role of Jamie and see what phrase “The First Toy” actually means.
Paper Dolls 2 纸人贰
Paper Dolls 2 is a first-person horror adventure game. A dark aura emanates from a Qing dynasty dwelling—the Yin Mansion. What happened to the once-famous Yin Family? Clues lead us to its second floor haunted by restless spirits. A truth, buried for over a hundred years, is waiting to be unraveled.
A Place, Forbidden
A Place, Forbidden is a first-person, lo-fi horror-puzzle game set in the Library of Ouroboros, a seemingly innocuous library that, rumor has it, contains knowledge not meant for the eyes of mortal man. We hope you enjoy your visit.
Mini Motor Racing X
Welcome to the world of Mini Motor Racing X! Strap yourself in, or strap on your VR headset, and jump into a nitro fueled world where little cars mean BIG fun!
Fatum Betula
Placed in a world without change, you must create fate by watering an ancient plant. Determine a future and live with it.
Titanfall® 2
Respawn Entertainment gives you the most advanced titan technology in its new, single player campaign & multiplayer experience. Combine & conquer with new titans & pilots, deadlier weapons, & customization and progression systems that help you and your titan flow as one unstoppable killing force.
Outer Wilds
Named Game of the Year 2019 by Giant Bomb, Polygon, Eurogamer, and The Guardian, Outer Wilds is a critically-acclaimed and award-winning open world mystery about a solar system trapped in an endless time loop.
Need for Speed™ Payback
Set in the underworld of Fortune Valley, you and your crew were divided by betrayal and reunited by revenge to take down The House, a nefarious cartel that rules the city’s casinos, criminals and cops. In this corrupt gambler’s paradise, the stakes are high and The House always wins.
Need for Speed™ Most Wanted
The open-world action in Need for Speed Most Wanted gives you the freedom to drive your way. Hit jumps and shortcuts, switch cars, lie low or head for terrain that plays to your vehicle’s unique strengths. Fight your way past cops and rivals using skill, high-end car tech and tons of nitrous.
Barn Finders
Search for valuable items stashed in abandoned barns. Take part in storage auctions, bid high and buy yourself a chance to find exclusive items hidden in the past.
Kidnapped Girl
The main character, named Clive, considers himself a psychopath. He has long wanted to hurt someone. So Clive kidnapped a girl on his seventeenth birthday. But the victim was more complicated than he'd thought.![[Chilla's Art] Missing Children | 行方不明](https://shared.cloudflare.steamstatic.com/store_item_assets/steam/apps/1306620/header.jpg)
[Chilla's Art] Missing Children | 行方不明
Missing Children | 行方不明 is a Japanese horror-themed adventure game about a bully detective searching for reported missing children.
Battlefield 4™
Embrace unrivaled destruction in Battlefield 4™. Revel in the glorious chaos of all-out war packed with rewarding, tactical challenges in an interactive environment.
STAR WARS™ Battlefront™ II
Be the hero in the ultimate STAR WARS™ battle fantasy with STAR WARS™ Battlefront™ II: Celebration Edition!
Baldi's Basics Plus
Baldi's Basics® Plus is an active stealth roguelike that parodies cheap '90s edutainment with a subtle horror twist! Play Hide & Seek with Baldi as he chases you through procedurally generated levels while using your surroundings, items, and game knowledge to shift chaos in your favor.Most played first-person games on Steam
Take a look at the top first-person games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 22nd 2025.
1. Lethal Company
A co-op horror about scavenging at abandoned moons to sell scrap to the Company. Lethal Company is a online co-op, horror and first-person game developed and published by Zeekerss. Released on October 23rd 2023 has received 484,539 reviews of which 471,064 were positive and 13,475 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 first-person game, thanks to its 3,848 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.6
471,064
13,475
3,848
players
2. Aimlabs
Aimlabs is the aim trainer of choice for over 40 Million players, from beginners to esports pros. Our unique aim analysis optimizes your gameplay, targets your weaknesses & builds key skills for any FPS game! Time to warm up with our unlimited scenarios & rank up in-game! Aimlabs is a free to play, fps and shooter game developed and published by State Space Labs and Inc.. Released on June 16th 2023 has received 84,332 reviews of which 79,517 were positive and 4,815 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. While seeing 2,750 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among first-person games based on player count.
9.3
79,517
4,815
2,750
players
3. PowerWash Simulator
Release the Pressure with PowerWash Simulator! Wash away your worries with the soothing sounds of high-pressure water. Fire up your power washer and blast away every speck of dirt and grime you can find, all with the simple satisfaction of power-washing to a sparkling finish. PowerWash Simulator is a casual, relaxing and simulation game developed by FuturLab and published by Square Enix. Released on July 14th 2022 has received 51,559 reviews of which 49,954 were positive and 1,605 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. While seeing 2,519 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among first-person games based on player count.
9.5
49,954
1,605
2,519
players
4. SCP: Secret Laboratory
Deep within a secure underground facility, a sudden containment breach allows many of the secured anomalies to escape from their chambers. Assist the Foundation in re-securing the facility, help the Insurgency in their goal to capture it, or wreak havoc as an SCP in a frantic bid to escape. SCP: Secret Laboratory is a free to play, multiplayer and horror game developed and published by Northwood Studios. Released on December 29th 2017 has received 211,718 reviews of which 193,681 were positive and 18,037 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. With 2,454 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played first-person games.
9.0
193,681
18,037
2,454
players
5. Teardown
Prepare the perfect heist in this simulated and fully destructible voxel world. Tear down walls with vehicles or explosives to create shortcuts. Stack objects to reach higher. Use the environment to your advantage in the most creative way you can think of. Teardown is a destruction, physics and sandbox game developed and published by Tuxedo Labs. Released on April 21st 2022 has received 107,449 reviews of which 102,693 were positive and 4,756 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. With 1,881 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played first-person games.
9.4
102,693
4,756
1,881
players
6. Portal 2
The "Perpetual Testing Initiative" has been expanded to allow you to design co-op puzzles for you and your friends! Portal 2 is a platformer, puzzle and first-person game developed and published by Valve. Released on April 18th 2011 has received 430,340 reviews of which 424,706 were positive and 5,634 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.8 out of 10. With 1,499 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played first-person games.
9.8
424,706
5,634
1,499
players
7. Gorilla Tag
Run, jump, and climb using only your hands. Play tag or infection with people online. Run away from the infected players, or outmaneuver the survivors to catch them. Embrace your inner ape. Gorilla Tag is a vr, psychological horror and multiplayer game developed and published by Another Axiom Inc.. Released on January 01st 2023 has received 69,408 reviews of which 63,355 were positive and 6,053 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. With 1,199 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played first-person games.
9.0
63,355
6,053
1,199
players
8. RoboCop: Rogue City
Become the legendary part man, part machine, all cop hero and deliver justice in Old Detroit. RoboCop: Rogue City is a fps, action and first-person game developed by Teyon and published by Nacon. Released on November 02nd 2023 has received 20,731 reviews of which 18,477 were positive and 2,254 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. With 1,056 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played first-person games.
8.7
18,477
2,254
1,056
players
9. Poppy Playtime
You must stay alive in this horror/puzzle adventure. Try to survive the vengeful toys waiting for you in the abandoned toy factory. Use your GrabPack to hack electrical circuits or nab anything from afar. Explore the mysterious facility... and don't get caught. Poppy Playtime is a horror, free to play and singleplayer game developed and published by Mob Entertainment. Released on October 12th 2021 has received 97,367 reviews of which 82,683 were positive and 14,684 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. With 970 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played first-person games.
8.4
82,683
14,684
970
players
10. MORDHAU
MORDHAU is a multiplayer medieval slasher. Create your mercenary and fight in brutal battles where you will experience fast paced combat, castle sieges, cavalry charges, and more. MORDHAU is a medieval, multiplayer and first-person game developed and published by Triternion. Released on April 29th 2019 has received 112,116 reviews of which 90,054 were positive and 22,062 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. With 943 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played first-person games.
7.9
90,054
22,062
943
players
Best deals on first-person games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of first-person games available on Steam right now, updated on April 22nd 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted first-person games.
1. SuchArt: Genius Artist Simulator
A unique artist sim game with realistic paint mixing, physics and numerous painting tools. Upgrade and customize your studio, complete tasks, sell and expose art, buy instruments and get famous! SuchArt: Genius Artist Simulator is a design & illustration, sandbox and immersive sim game developed by Goose Minded and published by HypeTrain Digital. Released on October 13th 2022 has received 4,327 reviews of which 4,210 were positive and 117 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. Featuring a massive 96% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for first-person category.
9.4
4,210
117
-96%
25.00€
1.00€
2. Outlast 2
Outlast 2 introduces you to Sullivan Knoth and his followers, who left our wicked world behind to give birth to Temple Gate, a town, deep in the wilderness and hidden from civilization. Knoth and his flock are preparing for the tribulations of the end of times and you’re right in the thick of it. Outlast 2 is a horror, psychological horror and survival horror game developed and published by Red Barrels. Released on April 24th 2017 has received 55,039 reviews of which 50,267 were positive and 4,772 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 95% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in first-person games.
9.0
50,267
4,772
-95%
30.60€
1.53€
3. Warhammer: End Times - Vermintide
Vermintide is an epic co-operative action combat adventure set in the End Times of the iconic Warhammer Fantasy world. Warhammer: End Times - Vermintide is a action, online co-op and co-op game developed and published by Fatshark. Released on October 23rd 2015 has received 21,040 reviews of which 16,839 were positive and 4,201 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 95% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in first-person games.
7.9
16,839
4,201
-95%
29.20€
1.46€
4. The Entropy Centre
Think in reverse. Outsmart the impossible. A mind-bending first-person adventure where you solve ingenious and complex puzzles by rewinding objects through time. The Entropy Centre is a puzzle, first-person and sci-fi game developed by Stubby Games and published by Playstack. Released on November 03rd 2022 has received 3,453 reviews of which 3,106 were positive and 347 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 94% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for first-person games.
8.7
3,106
347
-94%
18.50€
1.11€
5. Train Station Renovation
Welcome to an old, ruined train station. A place that will give you a lot of fun! In Train Station Renovation you play as a renovation company specialized in restoring old and damaged railway stations. Train Station Renovation is a simulation, casual and indie game developed by Live Motion Games and published by Live Motion Games, Frozen Way, PlayWay S.A. and Frozen District. Released on October 01st 2020 has received 2,608 reviews of which 2,146 were positive and 462 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 94% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for first-person games.
7.9
2,146
462
-94%
17.50€
1.05€
6. Ad Infinitum
When reality is a nightmare, nightmares become real. In this psychological horror game, you fight the terrifying creatures invading your mind. Can you save your sanity? Ad Infinitum is a horror, action and psychological horror game developed by Hekate and published by Nacon. Released on September 14th 2023 has received 863 reviews of which 695 were positive and 168 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 94% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for first-person games.
7.7
695
168
-94%
35.50€
2.13€
7. Call of the Sea
Call of the Sea is an otherworldly tale of mystery and love set in the 1930s South Pacific. Explore a lush island paradise, solve puzzles and unlock secrets in the hunt for your husband’s missing expedition. Call of the Sea is a adventure, puzzle and story rich game developed by Out of the Blue Games and published by Raw Fury. Released on December 08th 2020 has received 5,033 reviews of which 4,452 were positive and 581 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for first-person games.
8.6
4,452
581
-93%
19.00€
1.33€
8. 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... ShootMania Storm is a action, shooter and fps game developed by Nadeo and published by Ubisoft. Released on April 10th 2013 has received 852 reviews of which 727 were positive and 125 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for first-person games.
8.1
727
125
-93%
21.29€
1.49€
9. ChromaGun
Welcome to ChromaTec’s test lab! You’re here to test our state-of-the-art military-grade color-technology: The ChromaGun (patent pending)! Use it to solve our meticulously designed test chambers by painting the walls and droids. Remember how to mix colors from pre-school? Then you qualify! ChromaGun is a puzzle, puzzle-platformer and 3d platformer game developed and published by Pixel Maniacs. Released on February 16th 2016 has received 580 reviews of which 488 were positive and 92 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for first-person games.
7.9
488
92
-92%
12.50€
1.00€
10. Paradise Lost
It's winter, 1980. Szymon, a boy raised in a post-apocalyptic wasteland, finds an abandoned Nazi bunker. Will he find what he’s looking for? Play Paradise Lost and explore an underground world, where Slavic mythology mixes with retrofuturistic technology. Discover the last story on Earth. Paradise Lost is a underground, walking simulator and exploration game developed by PolyAmorous and published by Walkabout. Released on March 24th 2021 has received 2,366 reviews of which 1,519 were positive and 847 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for first-person games.
6.3
1,519
847
-92%
15.38€
1.23€
Free first-person games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play first-person games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 22nd 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play first-person games.
1. Aimlabs
Aimlabs is the aim trainer of choice for over 40 Million players, from beginners to esports pros. Our unique aim analysis optimizes your gameplay, targets your weaknesses & builds key skills for any FPS game! Time to warm up with our unlimited scenarios & rank up in-game! Aimlabs is a free to play, fps and shooter game developed and published by State Space Labs and Inc.. Released on June 16th 2023 has received 84,332 reviews of which 79,517 were positive and 4,815 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. With 2,750 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free first-person games on Steam.
9.3
79,517
4,815
2,750
players
2. SCP: Secret Laboratory
Deep within a secure underground facility, a sudden containment breach allows many of the secured anomalies to escape from their chambers. Assist the Foundation in re-securing the facility, help the Insurgency in their goal to capture it, or wreak havoc as an SCP in a frantic bid to escape. SCP: Secret Laboratory is a free to play, multiplayer and horror game developed and published by Northwood Studios. Released on December 29th 2017 has received 211,718 reviews of which 193,681 were positive and 18,037 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 2,454, this first-person game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free first-person games on Steam.
9.0
193,681
18,037
2,454
players
3. Poppy Playtime
You must stay alive in this horror/puzzle adventure. Try to survive the vengeful toys waiting for you in the abandoned toy factory. Use your GrabPack to hack electrical circuits or nab anything from afar. Explore the mysterious facility... and don't get caught. Poppy Playtime is a horror, free to play and singleplayer game developed and published by Mob Entertainment. Released on October 12th 2021 has received 97,367 reviews of which 82,683 were positive and 14,684 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 970, this first-person game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free first-person games on Steam.
8.4
82,683
14,684
970
players
4. The Bonerooms
The Bonerooms is a goofy horror-themed multiplayer game about surviving in a living maze. What will be your downfall? The spooky inhabitants of the maze, or your fellow players? The Bonerooms is a horror, surreal and multiplayer game developed and published by Jasozz Games. Released on October 30th 2024 has received 341 reviews of which 265 were positive and 76 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 112 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free first-person games on Steam.
7.3
265
76
112
players
5. Garten of Banban 0
Explore the origins of the mysterious Banban’s Kindergarten. Survive the dark past of the establishment. Try to make some friends. Uncover the truth behind the place, and who you are… Garten of Banban 0 is a horror, singleplayer and first-person game developed and published by Euphoric Brothers. Released on February 21st 2025 has received 2,497 reviews of which 1,810 were positive and 687 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free first-person games on Steam.
7.0
1,810
687
83
players
6. Classic Marathon
From the team that brought you Aleph One, the classic sci-fi FPS Marathon from Bungie on Mac revived for modern hardware by the fan community. Classic Marathon is a fps, shooter and pvp game developed and published by Aleph One Developers. Released on May 10th 2024 has received 853 reviews of which 787 were positive and 66 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played free first-person games on Steam.
8.7
787
66
76
players
7. Dark Deception
Death awaits you in Dark Deception, a story-driven first-person horror maze game. There's nowhere to hide & nowhere to catch your breath. Run or die - it's your choice. Trapped in a realm of nightmarish mazes with a mysterious woman, your only hope of survival is to find a way to escape. Dark Deception is a horror, free to play and multiplayer game developed and published by Glowstick Entertainment. Released on September 26th 2018 has received 20,949 reviews of which 18,639 were positive and 2,310 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free first-person games on Steam.
8.7
18,639
2,310
71
players
8. Indigo Park: Chapter 1
Explore the abandoned childhood wonder of Indigo Park! Guided by Rambley the Raccoon, help restore power to the destroyed amusement park while you run from the reason it shut down. Indigo Park: Chapter 1 is a horror, free to play and first-person game developed and published by UniqueGeese. Released on May 18th 2024 has received 20,601 reviews of which 19,682 were positive and 919 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free first-person games on Steam.
9.3
19,682
919
42
players
9. SuchArt: Creative Space
Paint on any surfaces with numerous tools in Creative Space — a free sandbox version of SuchArt: Genius Artist Simulator. Create masterpieces, complete commissions, and decorate your studio in the most advanced artist sim! SuchArt: Creative Space is a simulation, free to play and sandbox game developed by Goose Minded and published by HypeTrain Digital. Released on January 21st 2021 has received 6,982 reviews of which 6,840 were positive and 142 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free first-person games on Steam.
9.5
6,840
142
24
players
10. Pathologic 3: Quarantine
In this free prologue to a narrative-driven adventure, watch a mysterious plague break out in a small town. Learn what drove a celebrated academic to leave his acclaimed lab. Examine patients, uncover strange secrets, and make first steps towards immortality. Pathologic 3: Quarantine is a adventure, rpg and simulation game developed by Ice-Pick Lodge and published by HypeTrain Digital. Released on March 17th 2025 has received 1,087 reviews of which 975 were positive and 112 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free first-person games on Steam.
8.5
975
112
20
players