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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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...
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.
Call of Duty: United Offensive
Award-winning developer Gray Matter Interactive follows up on the success of Infinity Ward's Call of Duty™ - winner of over 80 Game of the Year and 50 Editors' Choice awards worldwide - with Call of Duty™: United Offensive™.
Call of Duty® 2
Call of Duty® 2 redefines the cinematic intensity and chaos of battle as seen through the eyes of ordinary soldiers fighting together in epic WWII conflicts. The sequel to 2003's Call of Duty, winner of over 80 Game of the Year awards, Call of Duty 2 offers more immense, more intense, more realistic battles than ever before, thanks to...
Call of Duty® (2003)
Call of Duty® delivers the gritty realism and cinematic intensity of World War II's epic battlefield moments like never before.
Company of Heroes
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. Please visit the "Company of Heroes - Legacy Edition" page for additional user reviews.
Red Orchestra: Ostfront 41-45
Fight in the theatre of war that changed the world forever. Battle alongside your compatriots on some of the most inhospitable environments of the Eastern Front in Red Orchestra: Ostfront 41-45. Red Orchestra places you in the most realistic WWII first-person multi-player combat to date on the PC, allowing the player to fight through...
Dangerous Waters
S.C.S. - Dangerous Waters allows you total control over multiple air, surface, and submarine platforms in a modern-day naval environment. Take direct control of individual crew stations and also plan and execute combined arms naval strategies from a top-down 'Commanders Eye' perspective.
Counter-Strike: Source
Counter-Strike: Source blends Counter-Strike's award-winning teamplay action with the advanced technology of Source™ technology.
Counter-Strike: Condition Zero
With its extensive Tour of Duty campaign, a near-limitless number of skirmish modes, updates and new content for Counter-Strike's award-winning multiplayer game play, plus over 12 bonus single player missions, Counter-Strike: Condition Zero is a tremendous offering of single and multiplayer content.
Day of Defeat
Enlist in an intense brand of Axis vs. Allied teamplay set in the WWII European Theatre of Operations. Players assume the role of light/assault/heavy infantry, sniper or machine-gunner class, each with a unique arsenal of historical weaponry at their disposal. Missions are based on key historical operations.
Counter-Strike
Play the world's number 1 online action game. Engage in an incredibly realistic brand of terrorist warfare in this wildly popular team-based game. Ally with teammates to complete strategic missions. Take out enemy sites. Rescue hostages. Your role affects your team's success. Your team's success affects your role.
Half-Life: Opposing Force
Return to the Black Mesa Research Facility as one of the military specialists assigned to eliminate Gordon Freeman. Experience an entirely new episode of single player action. Meet fierce alien opponents, and experiment with new weaponry. Named 'Game of the Year' by the Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences.
Arma 2
Building on 10 years of constant engine development, ARMA II boasts the most realistic combat environment in the world. It models real world ballistics & round deflection, materials penetration, features a realtime day/night cycle and dynamic wind, weather and environmental effects.
Stronghold 2: Steam Edition
Tax, torture or treat your peasants! Rehabilitate criminals or sentence them to death? Decide as you enjoy jousting over a lavish banquet, all while under siege from the warmongering Lord Barclay.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 20th 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 27,305 reviews of which 20,433 were positive and 6,872 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played military game, thanks to its 14,881 peak concurrent players over the last day.
7.4
20,433
6,872
14,881
players
2. 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 11,437 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among military games based on player count.
9.0
254,591
26,961
11,437
players
3. 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 10,639 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among military games based on player count.
8.2
171,341
34,968
10,639
players
4. 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 4,116 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played military games.
8.3
40,165
7,346
4,116
players
5. 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 100,841 reviews of which 85,402 were positive and 15,439 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. With 4,109 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played military games.
8.4
85,402
15,439
4,109
players
6. 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 85,341 reviews of which 71,704 were positive and 13,637 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. With 3,904 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played military games.
8.3
71,704
13,637
3,904
players
7. 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 3,701 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played military games.
8.2
35,894
7,058
3,701
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 35,178 reviews of which 31,926 were positive and 3,252 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 2,557 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played military games.
8.9
31,926
3,252
2,557
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 125,687 reviews of which 106,855 were positive and 18,832 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. With 2,322 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played military games.
8.4
106,855
18,832
2,322
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 2,006 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
2,006
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 20th 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 1,023 reviews of which 773 were positive and 250 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
773
250
-97%
33.33€
1.00€
2. 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 3,731 reviews of which 3,150 were positive and 581 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 86% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in military games.
8.2
3,150
581
-86%
40.00€
5.60€
3. 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 772 reviews of which 662 were positive and 110 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 86% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in military games.
8.1
662
110
-86%
9.71€
1.36€
4. 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 7,449 reviews of which 4,759 were positive and 2,690 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 86% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for military games.
6.3
4,759
2,690
-86%
9.43€
1.32€
5. 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 2,977 reviews of which 2,622 were positive and 355 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 83% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for military games.
8.5
2,622
355
-83%
9.71€
1.65€
6. 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 23,108 reviews of which 19,380 were positive and 3,728 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 81% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for military games.
8.2
19,380
3,728
-81%
28.95€
5.50€
7. 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 #7 position in the best deals for military games.
8.6
388
31
-80%
41.35€
8.27€
8. Rule the Waves 3
Rule the Waves III is a simulation of naval ship design and construction, fleet management and naval warfare from 1890 to 1970. Rule the Waves 3 is a wargame, simulation and naval game developed by Naval Warfare Simulations and published by Slitherine Ltd.. Released on May 18th 2023 has received 841 reviews of which 750 were positive and 91 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 80% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for military games.
8.4
750
91
-80%
38.60€
7.72€
9. 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... Fleet Command is a wargame, rts and naval combat game developed by Sonalysts and published by Strategy First. Released on October 26th 2006 has received 456 reviews of which 399 were positive and 57 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 80% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for military games.
8.2
399
57
-80%
24.50€
4.90€
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 4,800 reviews of which 3,686 were positive and 1,114 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
3,686
1,114
-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 20th 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 4,116 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
4,116
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 85,341 reviews of which 71,704 were positive and 13,637 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 3,904, this military game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free military games on Steam.
8.3
71,704
13,637
3,904
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 1,036, this military game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free military games on Steam.
8.4
31,246
5,458
1,036
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 221 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
221
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 34,808 reviews of which 26,105 were positive and 8,703 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.4 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 202 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free military games on Steam.
7.4
26,105
8,703
202
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 10,925 reviews of which 8,618 were positive and 2,307 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 172 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #6 position in the best free military games on Steam.
7.7
8,618
2,307
172
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 5,047 reviews of which 3,614 were positive and 1,433 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free military games on Steam.
7.0
3,614
1,433
92
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
12
players
9. Slava Ukraini!
A completely free game of heroic defence against enemy aggression. Take part in the defence of Ukraine against Russian aggression. A tribute to the courage and valor of the Ukrainian armed forces. Slava Ukraini! is a shooter, military and wargame game developed and published by Thor Gaming. Released on May 23rd 2022 has received 1,550 reviews of which 1,125 were positive and 425 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free military games on Steam.
7.0
1,125
425
1
players
10. 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 2,450 reviews of which 1,723 were positive and 727 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free military games on Steam.
6.8
1,723
727
1
players