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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Frontlines™: Fuel of War™
Frontlines™: Fuel of War™ is an open-world First Person Shooter set on the frontlines of tomorrow. In a world ravaged by a global energy crisis, environmental decay, and economic depression, players assume the role of an elite soldier in the Western Coalition Army on an epic crusade against the Red Star Alliance to control the last of...
Call of Duty® 4: Modern Warfare® (2007)
The new action-thriller from the award-winning team at Infinity Ward, the creators of the Call of Duty® series, delivers the most intense and cinematic action experience ever. Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare arms gamers with an arsenal of advanced and powerful modern day firepower and transports them to the most treacherous hotspots...
Call of Juarez
Call of Juarez is an epic adventure western themed FPS game. The player alternately assumes the roles of two distinct, antagonistic characters: a sneaking fugitive Billy and his hunter the reverend Ray.
Painkiller Overdose
The critically-acclaimed and award-winning FPS franchise is back! Packed with tons of fast-paced, adrenaline-fueled single player and multiplayer action, Painkiller Overdose brings with it 6 innovative new demonic weapons, mind-bending physics, lightning-player maps, over 40 demented and sickly-twisted monsters from Hell and gigantic end...
Team Fortress 2
Nine distinct classes provide a broad range of tactical abilities and personalities. Constantly updated with new game modes, maps, equipment and, most importantly, hats!
BioShock™
BioShock is a shooter unlike any you've ever played, loaded with weapons and tactics never seen. You'll have a complete arsenal at your disposal from simple revolvers to grenade launchers and chemical throwers, but you'll also be forced to genetically modify your DNA to create an even more deadly weapon: you.
Quake III Arena
The greatest warriors of all time and space have been summoned to battle for the amusement of an ancient alien race. Wield a variety of guns and power-ups as you fight for glory against ruthless combatants in this fast-paced single-player and multiplayer FPS.
Heretic: Shadow of the Serpent Riders
In a realm corrupted by the evil magic of three brothers known as the Serpent Riders, you are a heretic. As one of the last Sidhe elves, and a capable mage, you embark on a quest for vengeance against those who slaughtered your friends, family, and entire race.
Hexen: Beyond Heretic
While the Sidhe elf Corvus battled the evil forces of D'Sparil, the remaining Serpent Riders were busy corrupting other dimensions. As a Warrior, Mage, or Cleric, you must defend your realm of Cronos from the second Serpent Rider known as Korax.
Quake
Developed by the award-winning id Software, Quake® is the ground-breaking, original dark fantasy first-person shooter that inspires today’s retro-style FPS games. With Quake (Enhanced), experience the authentic, updated, and visually enhanced version of the original.
DOOM + DOOM II
Developed by id Software, and originally released in 1993 and 1994, the definitive, newly enhanced versions of DOOM + DOOM II are available as a combined product.
Wolfenstein 3D
World War II rages. The Nazis are planning to build an unstoppable, mutant army. On a mission to steal the secret plans, you were captured and imprisoned. Now, a lucky break gives you the chance to escape, but a maze of passages and trigger-happy Nazis stand in your way.
Return to Castle Wolfenstein
World War II rages and nations fall. The Nazis are twisting science and the occult into an army capable of annihilating the Allies once and for all. As US Army Ranger William “B.J.” Blazkowicz, pierce the black heart of the Third Reich and stop them...or die trying.
Arx Fatalis
This critically acclaimed first-person RPG from Arkane Studios takes the player on an amazing journey into the fantasy world of Arx. Arx is wrought with turmoil, brought to the brink of destruction by a violent war.
Project: Snowblind
Experience the dramatic intensity of the frontlines of a war through the eyes of the first of a new breed of super soldiers in this gritty and epic first-person action game. An augmented super-soldier must stop a renegade regime from eradicating the civilized world. Hong Kong, 2065. 2nd Lt.
Thief: Deadly Shadows
You are Garrett, the master thief. Rarely seen and never caught, Garrett is the best that ever was. Able to sneak past any guard, pick any lock, and break into the most ingeniously secured residences. Garrett steals from the wealthy and gives to himself, making his living in the dark and foreboding City.
Deus Ex: Game of the Year Edition
The year is 2052 and the world is a dangerous and chaotic place. Terrorists operate openly - killing thousands; drugs, disease and pollution kill even more. The world's economies are close to collapse and the gap between the insanely wealthy and the desperately poor grows ever wider.
Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines
Vampire®: The Masquerade-Bloodlines™ delivers a new type of RPG experience-one that blends all the core elements of a traditional RPG with the graphical richness, immediacy and brutal combat of a first-person action game. The game plunges players into the dark and gritty vampire underworld of modern-day L.A. as a creature of the night.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl tells a story about survival in the Zone – a very dangerous place, where you fear not only the radiation, anomalies and deadly creatures, but other S.T.A.L.K.E.R.s, who have their own goals and wishes.
Hitman: Blood Money
Money Talks. Silence Pays. Prepare to Make a Killing. When assassins from Agent 47's contract agency, The ICA, are eliminated in a series of hits, it seems a larger, more powerful agency has entered the fray. Sensing he may be a target, 47 travels to America, and prepares to make a killing.
Hitman 2: Silent Assassin
Enter the realm of a retired assassin, forced back into action by treason. You may be a hired killer but you still have a sense of loyalty and justice. Visit the dark recesses of a world corrupted by crime, greed, degradation and dishonor. And a past that catches up with you.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 19th 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 483,834 reviews of which 470,426 were positive and 13,408 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 5,089 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.6
470,426
13,408
5,089
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 211,312 reviews of which 193,314 were positive and 17,998 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. While seeing 3,091 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among first-person games based on player count.
9.0
193,314
17,998
3,091
players
3. 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 3,049 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among first-person games based on player count.
9.3
79,517
4,815
3,049
players
4. 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. With 2,952 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played first-person games.
9.5
49,954
1,605
2,952
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 107,232 reviews of which 102,494 were positive and 4,738 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. With 2,238 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played first-person games.
9.4
102,494
4,738
2,238
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 429,795 reviews of which 424,164 were positive and 5,631 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.8 out of 10. With 1,836 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played first-person games.
9.8
424,164
5,631
1,836
players
7. 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 20,381 reviews of which 18,166 were positive and 2,215 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. With 1,243 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played first-person games.
8.7
18,166
2,215
1,243
players
8. 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 69,154 reviews of which 63,118 were positive and 6,036 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. With 1,215 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played first-person games.
9.0
63,118
6,036
1,215
players
9. Buckshot Roulette
Play Russian roulette with a 12-gauge shotgun. Four enter. One leaves. Roll the dice with your life. Good luck! Buckshot Roulette is a multiplayer, dark and gambling game developed by Mike Klubnika and published by CRITICAL REFLEX. Released on April 04th 2024 has received 91,862 reviews of which 88,270 were positive and 3,592 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. With 1,174 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played first-person games.
9.5
88,270
3,592
1,174
players
10. 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 1,109 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played first-person games.
8.4
82,683
14,684
1,109
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 19th 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 4,319 reviews of which 4,202 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
4,202
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 54,959 reviews of which 50,192 were positive and 4,767 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
50,192
4,767
-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 2,363 reviews of which 1,518 were positive and 845 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
1,518
845
-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 19th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play first-person games.
1. 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 211,312 reviews of which 193,314 were positive and 17,998 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. With 3,091 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free first-person games on Steam.
9.0
193,314
17,998
3,091
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. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 3,049, this first-person game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free first-person games on Steam.
9.3
79,517
4,815
3,049
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 1,109, 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
1,109
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 214 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
214
players
5. 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 20,896 reviews of which 18,594 were positive and 2,302 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 102 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free first-person games on Steam.
8.7
18,594
2,302
102
players
6. 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 #6 spot among the most played free first-person games on Steam.
7.0
1,810
687
97
players
7. 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 #7 spot among the most played free first-person games on Steam.
8.7
787
66
88
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. 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 #9 spot among the most played free first-person games on Steam.
8.5
975
112
31
players
10. 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 #10 spot among the most played free first-person games on Steam.
9.5
6,840
142
18
players