Best Military 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 military games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free military games are available at the bottom of the page.

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Tom Clancy's EndWar™

Live the thrilling career of an army commander and lead your army to victory in a massive online World War III! Take control of the U.S.-led Joint Strike Force, the European Enforcers Corps, or the Russian Spetsnaz Guards Brigade in a persistent ongoing World War.

Price 9.99€
Rating 7.7
Release 25 Feb 2009

Brothers in Arms: Earned in Blood™

With its unprecedented combination of authenticity, compelling story and squad-based action, the Brothers in Arms franchise has established itself as a benchmark for military action games, receiving the highest average review scores of any console WWII game to date (www.gamerankings.com).

Price 4.99€
Rating 8.3
Release 10 Oct 2008

Brothers in Arms: Hell's Highway™

Brothers in Arms Hell's Highway brings the critically acclaimed squad-based WWII shooter into the next generation of gaming with amazing graphics and sound, new cutting-edge gameplay features and a totally redesigned online component.

Price -60% 3.99€
Rating 8.7
Release 08 Oct 2008

Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® 3 Gold

Raven Shield:Command an elite multinational squad of special operatives against hidden terrorist forces. In Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six 3: Raven Shield, the third installment to the wildly popular Rainbow Six series, Team Rainbow faces the hidden global forces of a new and secretive foe.

Price 4.99€
Rating 8.8
Release 25 Sep 2008

Crysis Warhead®

Pulse-racing new installment from 2007's PC Game of the Year*: Play as Sergeant Sykes and experience a whole new side of the battle. A standard combat mission behind enemy lines becomes critical when you discover your enemies have captured something of vital importance to the ensuing war.

Price 19.99€
Rating 8.3
Release 17 Sep 2008

Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon®

Eastern Europe, 2008. War has broken out on the borders of Russia and the fate of the world hangs in the balance. That's when the call goes out for the Ghosts—an elite handful of specially trained Green Berets, armed with the latest technology and trained to use the deadliest weapons.

Price -75% 2.49€
Rating 8.8
Release 15 Jul 2008

IL-2 Sturmovik: 1946

Il-2 1946 includes all of the original IL-2 series content: IL-2 Sturmovik™: Forgotten Battles, Ace Expansion Pack, Pacific Fighters™ and alternate histry campaigns of year 1946. What was years ago began as a one-aircraft study sim is now an astonishing anthology, with a whopping 229 flyable aircraft and over 300 aircraft total!

Price -83% 1.65€
Rating 8.5
Release 13 Jun 2008

Silent Hunter® III

The king of submarine simulations returns with an all-new 3D engine, new crew command features, and more realistic WWII naval action than ever before. The movie-like graphics and simple, tension-filled gameplay make this the perfect game for the realism fanatic and the casual gamer.

Price 4.99€
Rating 8.4
Release 13 Jun 2008

Brothers in Arms: Road to Hill 30™

Based on a true story. Set during the famous airdrop before the invasion at Normandy, where Sgt. Matt Baker and his squad of 101st Airborne Paratroopers were scattered over the French countryside.

Price 4.99€
Rating 8.4
Release 13 May 2008

Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six® Vegas

Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six makes its next-generation hardware debut in the most dramatic installment of the renowned first-person shooter franchise to date. Rainbow operatives take to the chaotic streets of Las Vegas as an escalating terrorist siege in 'Sin City' threatens to take world terrorism to new, uncontrollable heights.

Price 9.99€
Rating 7.6
Release 09 Apr 2008

Act of War: Direct Action

Tomorrow's War Is NOW Ripped from today's headlines, Act of War: Direct Action™ is a frightening tale of suspense, international intrigue and geopolitical military conflict. This real-time strategy experience puts you squarely in control of counterterrorist forces and delivers a first look at tomorrow's war.

Price 2.99€
Rating 8.4
Release 12 Mar 2008

Act of War: High Treason

The highly anticipated sequel to the critically acclaimed game Act of War: Direct Action picks up where the techno-thriller left off. On the eve of the U.S. Presidential elections, simultaneous terrorist attacks hit both candidates. Clues point to corrupt elements within the U.S.

Price 2.99€
Rating 7.7
Release 12 Mar 2008

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...

Price 9.99€
Rating 6.6
Release 29 Feb 2008

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...

Price -50% 9.99€
Rating 9.2
Release 12 Nov 2007

Company of Heroes: Opposing Fronts

The next chapter in the #1 rated RTS franchise thrusts players into a hellish war torn landscape to command two battle-hardened armies in relentless campaigns for honor and country. Players lead the tenacious British 2nd Army during the heroic World War II liberation of Caen, France, and command the German Panzer Elite as they struggle...

Price 19.99€
Rating 8.7
Release 24 Sep 2007

Company of Heroes - Legacy Edition

Delivering a visceral WWII gaming experience, Company of Heroes redefines RTS by bringing the sacrifice of heroic soldiers, war-ravaged environments, and dynamic battlefields to life. This legacy version also grants access to the latest version of COH, just called "Company of Heroes".

Price 24.97€
Rating 9.1
Release 17 Jul 2007

Joint Task Force

Joint Task Force is the real-time strategy (RTS) game where you command the frontline forces in tomorrow's most hazardous conflicts. Lead twenty dramatic missions in explosive war-zones including the Middle East, Central Asia, and the Balkans.

Price 6.59€
Rating 8.1
Release 27 Mar 2007

Commandos 3: Destination Berlin

Commandos 3: Destination Berlin is a game of real-time tactics that places you in command of an elite unit of Special Forces behind enemy lines in the European theater of World War II.

Price 4.99€
Rating 6.1
Release 15 Mar 2007

Commandos 2: Men of Courage

Commandos 2: Men of Courage is a tactical action/strategy game set against the backdrop of World War II. Take control of an elite group of commandos who must venture deep into enemy territory and utilize their combined expertise to complete a series of mission-based objectives.

Price 4.99€
Rating 8.2
Release 15 Mar 2007

Commandos: Beyond the Call of Duty

You have been selected for active service in the Commandos Corps, and must now mobilize in a series of 8 new dangerous missions.

Price 4.99€
Rating 8.4
Release 15 Mar 2007

Commandos: Behind Enemy Lines

Commandos: Behind Enemy Lines is a real-time tactics game set in World War II that puts you in command of a small squad of elite troopers. Send them behind enemy lines on a series of hazardous missions, and bring them back alive.

Price 4.99€
Rating 8.7
Release 15 Mar 2007

Total War: MEDIEVAL II – Definitive Edition

Spanning the most turbulent era in Western history, your quest for territory and power takes you through Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and even onto the shores of the New World.

Price 24.99€
Rating 9.4
Release 15 Nov 2006

Fleet Command

International waterways become theaters of war when the world's most formidable maritime powers exchange their fatal blows. With entire fleets at your command, you must strategically deploy vessels from every class - frigate to aircraft to nuclear submarine - to maintain the precarious balance of naval power and gain position for the...

Price 9.99€
Rating 8.2
Release 26 Oct 2006

Sid Meier's Civilization® III Complete

Sid Meier's Civilization III: Complete, the latest offering in the Sid Meier's Civilization III franchise, provides gaming fans with Sid Meier's Civilization III, the highly-addictive journey of discovery.

Price 4.99€
Rating 8.7
Release 25 Oct 2006

Most played military games on Steam

Take a look at the top military games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 16th 2025.

1. Arma Reforger

Experience authentic Cold War combat and join the struggle for the sprawling, mid-Atlantic island of Everon and its smaller, offshore territory, Arland – or take on the role of Game Master and create your very own scenarios for others to enjoy. Arma Reforger is a military, simulation and action game developed and published by Bohemia Interactive. Released on November 16th 2023 has received 26,733 reviews of which 19,898 were positive and 6,835 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played military game, thanks to its 11,466 peak concurrent players over the last day.
7.3
19,898
6,835

11,466
players

2. Squad

Squad is a tactical FPS that provides authentic combat experiences through teamwork, communication, and realistic combat. It bridges the gap between arcade shooter and military realism with 100-player battles, combined-arms warfare, and base building. Squad is a military, realistic and fps game developed and published by Offworld. Released on September 23rd 2020 has received 206,309 reviews of which 171,341 were positive and 34,968 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. While seeing 7,296 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among military games based on player count.
8.2
171,341
34,968

7,296
players

3. Arma 3

Experience true combat gameplay in a massive military sandbox. Deploying a wide variety of single- and multiplayer content, over 20 vehicles and 40 weapons, and limitless opportunities for content creation, this is the PC’s premier military game. Authentic, diverse, open - Arma 3 sends you to war. Arma 3 is a military, action and multiplayer game developed and published by Bohemia Interactive. Released on September 12th 2013 has received 281,552 reviews of which 254,591 were positive and 26,961 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. While seeing 7,193 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among military games based on player count.
9.0
254,591
26,961

7,193
players

4. XCOM® 2

XCOM 2 is the sequel to XCOM: Enemy Unknown, the 2012 award-winning strategy game of the year. Earth has changed and is now under alien rule. Facing impossible odds you must rebuild XCOM, and ignite a global resistance to reclaim our world and save humanity. XCOM® 2 is a isometric, post-apocalyptic and turn-based combat game developed by Firaxis Games and Feral Interactive (Linux) and published by Feral interactive (Mac), Feral Interactive (Linux) and 2K. Released on February 04th 2016 has received 100,674 reviews of which 85,250 were positive and 15,424 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. With 3,260 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played military games.
8.4
85,250
15,424

3,260
players

5. Foxhole

Foxhole is a massively multiplayer game where thousands of players shape the outcome of a persistent online war. Every individual soldier is a player that contributes to the war effort through logistics, base building, reconnaissance, combat, and more. Foxhole is a massively multiplayer, wargame and military game developed and published by Siege Camp. Released on September 28th 2022 has received 42,952 reviews of which 35,894 were positive and 7,058 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. With 3,195 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played military games.
8.2
35,894
7,058

3,195
players

6. Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition

Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition offers players a trial of this historical single & multiplayer RTS experience. *Note: To unlock all features of the game please see the “Base Game” product. Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition is a strategy, base-building and rts game developed by World's Edge, Tantalus Media and Forgotten Empires and published by Xbox Game Studios. Released on October 15th 2020 has received 47,511 reviews of which 40,165 were positive and 7,346 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. With 3,068 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played military games.
8.3
40,165
7,346

3,068
players

7. World of Tanks

Jump into the free-to-play team-based shooter with an ever-expanding roster of historical vehicles, stunning graphics, spectacular locales, and orchestral scores. Show your mastery and face other players in thrilling PvP clashes. A unique mix of strategy and action awaits! World of Tanks is a tanks, free to play and action game developed and published by Wargaming Group Limited. Released on April 28th 2021 has received 85,025 reviews of which 71,485 were positive and 13,540 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. With 2,559 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played military games.
8.3
71,485
13,540

2,559
players

8. Total War: EMPIRE – Definitive Edition

Command the seas, control the land, forge a new nation, and conquer the globe. Total War: EMPIRE – Definitive Edition is a strategy, historical and military game developed by Creative Assembly and Feral Interactive (Linux) and published by Feral interactive (Mac), Feral Interactive (Linux) and SEGA. Released on March 04th 2009 has received 35,137 reviews of which 31,892 were positive and 3,245 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 1,897 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played military games.
8.9
31,892
3,245

1,897
players

9. Insurgency: Sandstorm

Insurgency: Sandstorm is a team-based, tactical FPS based on lethal close quarters combat and objective-oriented multiplayer gameplay. Experience the intensity of modern combat where skill is rewarded, and teamwork wins the fight. Insurgency: Sandstorm is a fps, realistic and shooter game developed by New World Interactive and published by Focus Entertainment. Released on December 12th 2018 has received 125,538 reviews of which 106,737 were positive and 18,801 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. With 1,640 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played military games.
8.4
106,737
18,801

1,640
players

10. Gray Zone Warfare

Gray Zone Warfare challenges you with the first open-world extraction shooter emphasizing realism. Deploy with a Private Military Company, survive high-stakes PvEvP or PvE MMO battles against human operators and AI enemies, unravel Lamang island’s mysteries, and thrive through hard-earned progress. Gray Zone Warfare is a realistic, military and extraction shooter game developed and published by MADFINGER Games and a.s.. Released on April 30th 2024 has received 55,665 reviews of which 37,246 were positive and 18,419 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. With 1,430 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played military games.
6.6
37,246
18,419

1,430
players

Best deals on military games on Steam

Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of military games available on Steam right now, updated on April 16th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted military games.

1. Destroyer: The U-Boat Hunter

Destroyer: The U-Boat Hunter brings you an authentic and historically accurate destroyer simulation along with gripping anti-submarine warfare set in the turmoils of the Atlantic Ocean during World War II. Destroyer: The U-Boat Hunter is a simulation, naval combat and world war ii game developed by Iron Wolf Studio S.A. and published by Daedalic Entertainment. Released on December 06th 2023 has received 1,020 reviews of which 771 were positive and 249 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Featuring a massive 97% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for military category.
7.2
771
249

-97% 33.33€ 1.00€

2. XCOM® 2

XCOM 2 is the sequel to XCOM: Enemy Unknown, the 2012 award-winning strategy game of the year. Earth has changed and is now under alien rule. Facing impossible odds you must rebuild XCOM, and ignite a global resistance to reclaim our world and save humanity. XCOM® 2 is a isometric, post-apocalyptic and turn-based combat game developed by Firaxis Games and Feral Interactive (Linux) and published by Feral interactive (Mac), Feral Interactive (Linux) and 2K. Released on February 04th 2016 has received 100,674 reviews of which 85,250 were positive and 15,424 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 95% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in military games.
8.4
85,250
15,424

-95% 49.99€ 2.49€

3. Rising Storm 2: Vietnam

Red Orchestra Series' take on Vietnam: 64-player MP matches; 20+ maps; US Army & Marines, PAVN/NVA, NLF/VC; Australians and ARVN forces; 50+ weapons; 4 flyable helicopters; mines, traps and tunnels; Brutal. Authentic. Gritty. Character customization. And napalm in the morning. Rising Storm 2: Vietnam is a fps, wargame and massively multiplayer game developed by Antimatter Games and Tripwire Interactive and published by Tripwire Interactive. Released on May 30th 2017 has received 56,871 reviews of which 49,360 were positive and 7,511 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 91% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in military games.
8.5
49,360
7,511

-91% 22.33€ 2.01€

4. Panzer Corps 2

Panzer Corps 2 is the ultimate Second World War strategy game! Enjoy the time-proven gameplay formula which has been appreciated by millions of players over the years, brought to a whole new level of refinement up to the latest technical standards. Panzer Corps 2 is a strategy, world war ii and turn-based strategy game developed by Flashback Games and published by Slitherine Ltd.. Released on March 19th 2020 has received 3,727 reviews of which 3,144 were positive and 583 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 86% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for military games.
8.2
3,144
583

-86% 38.71€ 5.42€

5. Thunder Wolves

When this “wolf pack” strikes, you hear the thunder roll. The Thunder Wolves attack from the air. They are mercenaries, and the best helicopter pilots in the world. Every one of them is ready for action at all times—and ready to fight evil, wherever it lurks. Thunder Wolves is a flight, shoot 'em up and third-person shooter game developed by Most Wanted Entertainment and published by HandyGames. Released on May 15th 2013 has received 771 reviews of which 662 were positive and 109 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 86% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for military games.
8.1
662
109

-86% 9.71€ 1.36€

6. Beyond The Wire

Set in the muddy trenches of WW1, Beyond The Wire is a 50v50 multiplayer FPS that immerses players in the desperate & brutal circumstances of the Great War. Featuring an arsenal of historic weapons, ten massive maps, ten playable factions, era-specific tanks, & a brutal melee combat system. Beyond The Wire is a fps, war and world war i game developed by Redstone Interactive and published by Offworld. Released on August 31st 2022 has received 7,450 reviews of which 4,761 were positive and 2,689 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 86% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for military games.
6.3
4,761
2,689

-86% 9.43€ 1.32€

7. IL-2 Sturmovik: 1946

Il-2 1946 includes all of the original IL-2 series content: IL-2 Sturmovik™: Forgotten Battles, Ace Expansion Pack, Pacific Fighters™ and alternate histry campaigns of year 1946. What was years ago began as a one-aircraft study sim is now an astonishing anthology, with a whopping 229 flyable aircraft and over 300 aircraft total! IL-2 Sturmovik: 1946 is a simulation, flight and world war ii game developed by 1C: Maddox Games and published by Fulqrum Publishing. Released on June 13th 2008 has received 2,965 reviews of which 2,616 were positive and 349 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 83% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for military games.
8.5
2,616
349

-83% 9.71€ 1.65€

8. UBOAT

UBOAT is a simulator of a submarine from WWII era. It is a survival sandbox with crew management mechanics while its primary theme is life of German sailors. The boat is their home, but it can become their grave at any time. UBOAT is a simulation, world war ii and submarine game developed by Deep Water Studio and published by PlayWay S.A.. Released on August 02nd 2024 has received 23,044 reviews of which 19,318 were positive and 3,726 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 81% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for military games.
8.2
19,318
3,726

-81% 28.95€ 5.50€

9. Strategic Command: World War I

Strategic Command: World War I is a new chapter in the Strategic Command Franchise. Relive this momentous conflict from the opening shots of 1914 to the final offensives. Strategic Command: World War I covers all the main aspects and theatres of the war. Strategic Command: World War I is a strategy, world war i and wargame game developed by Fury Software and published by Slitherine Ltd.. Released on December 05th 2019 has received 419 reviews of which 388 were positive and 31 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 80% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for military games.
8.6
388
31

-80% 41.35€ 8.27€

10. Zero Caliber VR

Zero Caliber is the ultimate VR FPS: single player/Co-op campaign, PvP and mod support with 40+ realistic firearms & melee weapons, 100+ unlockable skins, 50+ attachments, realistic physics, progression & more! Immerse yourself in the action, customize your gear and unleash your inner hero! Zero Caliber VR is a military, singleplayer and co-op game developed and published by XREAL Games. Released on July 31st 2023 has received 4,796 reviews of which 3,685 were positive and 1,111 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 80% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for military games.
7.5
3,685
1,111

-80% 24.99€ 4.99€

Free military games on Steam

Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play military games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 16th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play military games.

1. Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition

Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition offers players a trial of this historical single & multiplayer RTS experience. *Note: To unlock all features of the game please see the “Base Game” product. Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition is a strategy, base-building and rts game developed by World's Edge, Tantalus Media and Forgotten Empires and published by Xbox Game Studios. Released on October 15th 2020 has received 47,511 reviews of which 40,165 were positive and 7,346 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. With 3,068 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free military games on Steam.
8.3
40,165
7,346

3,068
players

2. World of Tanks

Jump into the free-to-play team-based shooter with an ever-expanding roster of historical vehicles, stunning graphics, spectacular locales, and orchestral scores. Show your mastery and face other players in thrilling PvP clashes. A unique mix of strategy and action awaits! World of Tanks is a tanks, free to play and action game developed and published by Wargaming Group Limited. Released on April 28th 2021 has received 85,025 reviews of which 71,485 were positive and 13,540 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 2,559, this military game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free military games on Steam.
8.3
71,485
13,540

2,559
players

3. DCS World Steam Edition

Feel the excitement of flying the Su-25T "Frogfoot" attack jet and the TF-51D "Mustang" in the free-to-play Digital Combat Simulator World! DCS World Steam Edition is a simulation, flight and free to play game developed and published by Eagle Dynamics SA. Released on August 02nd 2013 has received 36,704 reviews of which 31,246 were positive and 5,458 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 713, this military game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free military games on Steam.
8.4
31,246
5,458

713
players

4. Operation: Harsh Doorstop

Operation: Harsh Doorstop is the ultimate, free to play, tactical shooter sandbox. Play singleplayer, multiplayer, or co-op modes and explore thousands of community-created maps, weapons, and vehicles via the Steam Workshop. Created by ex-developers of Squad, Red Orchestra, and Insurgency. Operation: Harsh Doorstop is a free to play, military and multiplayer game developed by Drakeling Labs and published by . Released on February 15th 2023 has received 18,030 reviews of which 13,849 were positive and 4,181 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 153 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free military games on Steam.
7.5
13,849
4,181

153
players

5. POLYGON

POLYGON is a tactical multiplayer team 1st person shooter. Using various weapons, you will battle with up to 32 players on large-scale maps. Properly managing your arsenal and skills, you will lead your team to victory! POLYGON is a free to play, fps and multiplayer game developed and published by Redaster Studio. Released on March 06th 2020 has received 34,741 reviews of which 26,061 were positive and 8,680 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 152 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free military games on Steam.
7.4
26,061
8,680

152
players

6. America's Army: Proving Grounds

America’s Army: Proving Grounds is the official game of the U.S. Army and part of the highly acclaimed America’s Army game series. This free military game focuses on small unit tactical maneuvers and puts you to the test in a wide variety of new America’s Army maps and AA fan favorites. America's Army: Proving Grounds is a free to play, fps and action game developed and published by U.S. Army. Released on August 29th 2013 has received 10,921 reviews of which 8,615 were positive and 2,306 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 145 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #6 position in the best free military games on Steam.
7.7
8,615
2,306

145
players

7. World of Warplanes

World of Warplanes is an aerial combat MMO action game set in the Golden Age of military aviation. The game throws players into a never-ending battle for dominance of the skies. World of Warplanes is a flight, fps and third-person shooter game developed and published by Wargaming Group Limited. Released on February 10th 2022 has received 5,040 reviews of which 3,611 were positive and 1,429 were negative resulting in a rating of 7 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 115 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #7 position in the best free military games on Steam.
7
3,611
1,429

115
players

8. Kepler-2100

Kepler-2100 is a space fantasy strategy war game Kepler-2100 is a strategy, space and 3d platformer game developed and published by NCARD. Released on September 24th 2024 has received 423 reviews of which 342 were positive and 81 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free military games on Steam.
7.6
342
81

10
players

9. America's Army 3

Download AA3 Today and Become a Member of the elite America's Army Team! America's Army fans and new players alike can now experience America's Army 3, the official U.S. Army game. America's Army 3 is a action, free to play and fps game developed and published by U.S. Army. Released on June 17th 2009 has received 2,449 reviews of which 1,722 were positive and 727 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free military games on Steam.
6.8
1,722
727

4
players

10. Epicinium

Epicinium is a strategy game where nature is a finite resource. No need to wait for your move, thanks to fast, simultaneous turns. Your economy and troops are influenced by the environment and increasingly severe weather effects. Is it worth winning a war when you end up conquering dirt and ash? Epicinium is a turn-based strategy, pvp and military game developed and published by A Bunch of Hacks. Released on October 12th 2020 has received 302 reviews of which 265 were positive and 37 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free military games on Steam.
8.1
265
37