The world of video games is expanding in every possible way. This doesn't just include indie titles or expensive AAA games. There are more free-to-play options than ever before for more money-conscious gamers. However, some still require a significant early investment in the form of a high-end computer.
This isn't universal, however. Gamers have plenty of options for free games that run perfectly well on hardware most people have already available to them. These games might be older, deliberately less intensive than other titles, or a combination thereof. They cover various genres and playstyles, ensuring all gamers run free games on low-end PCs.
Updated by Sage Ashford on February 21st 2024: This list has been updated to add more free-to-play PC games for low-end PCs, as well as to adhere to CBR's most recent standards in formatting.
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Eternal (Card Game)
Six-guns and sorcery collide in Eternal, the strategy card game of unlimited choices and unbelievable fun. Eternal brings AAA pace and polish to the infinite possibilities of a deep strategy card game.
- Platform(s)
- iOS , Android , Steam , Xbox One , Nintendo Switch
- Released
- November 18, 2016
- Developer(s)
- Dire Wolf Digital
- Publisher(s)
- Dire Wolf Digital
- Genre(s)
- Digital Card Game
- Multiplayer
- Online Multiplayer
- How Long To Beat
- 22+ hours
Minimum Spec Requirements
- CPU: Intel Pentium D
- Memory: 2GB RAM
- Graphics: DX10
- Storage: 3GB
Not all card games are run on low-end PCs. On the contrary, many of them require stronger computers for all the game’s fancy effects and mountains of content. Eternal Card Game is more fair though, partially because it was built to run on mobile platforms back in 2016.
Eternal Card Game is inspired by Magic: The Gathering, but with a faster pace to suit modern card game players. There’s a vibrant PVP community for those who are seeking that out, but that’s not the only thing available for players. There’s tons of story campaigns that exist to keep players invested if they prefer single-player content.
14 Roblox Lets Players Play Millions Of Different Games
Roblox.
Roblox is a global platform where millions of people gather together every day to imagine, create, and share experiences with each other in immersive, user-generated 3D worlds. The types of gameplay on Roblox are just as limitless as the imagination of the creators themselves.
- Released
- September 1, 2006
- Developer(s)
- Roblox Corporation
- Publisher(s)
- Roblox Corporation
- Genre(s)
- First-Person Shooter , Simulation
- Multiplayer
- Online Multiplayer
Minimum Spec Requirements:
- CPU: 1.6Ghz
- Memory: 1GB
- Graphics: DX10
- Storage: 20MB
By now, everyone’s aware of Roblox as one of a handful of casual games that kids everywhere play. It’s a brilliant title though, because it isn’t just a game, but it also offers “Roblox Studio” for players to build their own games, then allow other people to play them. Literally millions of games are developed within Roblox a year, a testament to the game’s ridiculous level of popularity.
While there’s tons of things players can do within Roblox though, the minimum specs aren’t actually that high. It requires only an Intel Celeron D processor and at least 1 GB of memory, and nearly any integrated graphics card. It might not run perfectly, but there’s plenty of guides available to optimize performance for low-end PCs so they can enjoy the experience.
13 The Murder of Sonic The Hedgehog Offers A Visual Novel Mystery Featuring Sonic Fans
The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog
Sonic the Hedgehog...was murdered!? Get to the bottom of the mystery in this brand-new adventure!
- Platform(s)
- macOS , Windows , Steam
- Released
- March 31, 2023
- Developer(s)
- Sega
- Publisher(s)
- Sega
- Genre(s)
- Point-and-click , Visual Novel
- Engine
- Unity
- How Long To Beat
- 2 hours, 20 minutes
Minimum Spec Requirements:
- CPU: Core 2 Duo 2.0Ghz
- Memory: 2GB
- GPU: DX9
- Storage: 500MB
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While the Sonic franchise has seen its ups and downs, games like Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and Sonic Mania remain fan favorites boasting solid IMDb scores.Never let it be said that SEGA isn’t willing to have fun with the Sonic brand. The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog is a visual novel from the Sega Social Team that sees the Sonic gang start out trying to solve a playful murder mystery. However, just as the group is beginning to have fun, they’re all knocked out and awaken to find Sonic seemingly murdered, leaving them to discover who’s actually responsible.
The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog is one of the best received Sonic games of the last several years, evolving from being a mere joke to being legitimately good. It’s also not demanding on anyone’s system, requiring only a Core 2 Duo CPU and 2GBs of RAM.
12 GWENT Is Just As Addicting As The Mini-Game
GWENT: The Witcher Card Game
Command mighty Witcher-world heroes in epic online PvP card battles!
- Platform(s)
- Windows , Steam , PlayStation 4 , Xbox One , iOS , Android , macOS
- Released
- October 23, 2018
- Developer(s)
- CD Projekt Red
- Genre(s)
- Turn-Based Strategy , Digital Card Game , PvP
- Multiplayer
- Online Multiplayer
- Engine
- Unity
- How Long To Beat
- 79.5 hours
Minimum Spec Requirements
- CPU: Intel Celeron G1820
- Memory: 4GB
- GPU: GeForce GT 730
- Storage: 6GB
GWENT is one of the rare cases of a mini-game becoming so popular the developer decides to turn it into its own game. CDProjektRED expanded GWENT into a full PvP game, so fans of The Witcher can build decks based around their favorite characters and world. Plus, just like in The Witcher 3 they didn’t skimp on the effects, with powerful cards creating beautiful visual effects once they hit the field.
That said, GWENT isn’t a very demanding game for players. Even the game’s recommended specs only require a Core i3 CPU, plus most integrated cards can run this title just fine. Since CDProjekt is busy making the next Witcher, the developer has moved on from updating this game, but there are still balance changes available thanks to the community’s Balance Council.
11 Asphalt 9: Legends Gives Free-To-Play Gamers A Good Racing Sim
Asphalt 9: Legends
The gameplay in Asphalt 9 is similar to the other Asphalt Games with noticeable differences in graphics and design.
Minimum Spec Requirements
- CPU: Core i3-3110M
- Memory: 4GB
- GPU: Intel HD Graphics 4000
- Storage: 6GB
The Asphalt series is one of the longest-running racing franchises in the modern era. With Asphalt 9: Legends, players can enjoy over 230 cars, multiple racing modes, and even seasonal events while they constantly add race tracks across the world. The monetization for this game can get a little frustrating, but there aren’t many racing titles available for free and this stands at the top of it.
Meanwhile, originally intended for mobile, Asphalt 9: Legends can run on the vast majority of PCs out there. Anyone with a Core i3 CPU and 4GBs of RAM is going to be fine, as the minimum specs only require an integrated card. Even the recommended specs will be completely doable for the average PC owner.
10 Team Fortress 2 Is Far More Forgiving Than Other Hero Shooters
Team Fortress 2
Team Fortress 2 (TF2) is an online player versus player (pvp) game centering around the never-ending war between two companies known as RED and BLU, with two groups of mercenaries fighting against each other for control of one thing – a useless plot of land with a bunch of gravel.
- Platform(s)
- Microsoft Windows , Linux , macOS
- Released
- October 7, 2007
- Developer(s)
- Valve
- Publisher(s)
- Valve
- Genre(s)
- First-Person Shooter
- Engine
- Source
Minimum Spec Requirements
- CPU: 1.7Ghz
- Memory: 512MB
- GPU: DirectX 8.1
The hero shooter genre is infamously high-end, needing powerful computers to keep pace with its high-speed and graphics-intensive action. Team Fortress 2 breaks from this norm, not least due to being over a decade old. Team Fortress 2 lets asymmetric teams of players go head-to-head in explosive, wacky military action that requires plenty of skill.
Despite its very low requirements, Team Fortress 2 isn't an underwhelming title. Many prefer it to later hero shooters like Overwatch and Valorant for its freedom of builds, immense humor, and high-octane gameplay. It doesn't sacrifice quality for playability at all. Almost any gamer with a PC can run Team Fortress 2 and enjoy one of the best multiplayer shooters ever made.
9 Magic: The Gathering Arena Brings A Beloved Card Game To PC
Magic: The Gathering Arena
Magic: The Gathering Arena empowers you to discover your strategy, meet the planeswalkers, explore the multiverse, and battle friends around the world. Start playing for free, challenge your friends, unlock cards, and feel the magic of the original fantasy CCG!
- Platform(s)
- Microsoft Windows , macOS , Android , iOS
- Released
- September 26, 2019
- Developer(s)
- Wizards Digital Games Studios
- Publisher(s)
- Wizards of the Coast
- Franchise
- Magic: The Gathering
- Multiplayer
- Online Multiplayer
Minimum Spec Requirements:
- CPU: AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual Core 5600 CPU
- Memory: 2GB
- GPU: GeForce GTX 8800
- Storage: 10GB
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Fans might be surprised to learn that there are several Magic: The Gathering rules that players have broken without realizing.Card games' stripped-back gameplay makes them well-suited to low-end PCs. Even though Magic: The Gathering is an infamous money-sink of a hobby, Magic: The Gathering Arena lets players experience the full game at no cost. Players can buy virtual cards for money, but they can also earn them through playing, and the game itself comes free.
Magic: The Gathering Arena is not an intensive game. Players can further decrease the settings to make it run on almost any machine. The base decks provide a solid jumping-off point for players to customize their own through free unlocks, while Magic: The Gathering's steady release date keeps players entertained with fresh content.
8 StarCraft II Now Lets Players Enjoy A Classic For Free
Starcraft II
Four years after the events of StarCraft: Brood War, Jim Raynor fights against the Dominion and begins a search for artifacts when at the same time the Zerg attack once again.
- Platform(s)
- macOS , Microsoft Windows
- Released
- July 27, 2010
- Genre(s)
- Sci-Fi
- Multiplayer
- Online Co-Op , Online Multiplayer
Minimum Spec Requirements:
- CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo
- Memory: 2GB
- GPU: AMD Radeon HD 2600 XT
- Storage: 30GB
StarCraft II hasn't always been a free game. When it first came out, it charged full price like any other title, with paid expansions. Blizzard Entertainment has since shifted its policy with StarCraft II. Players can get significant amounts of the game for free, with the option to pay piece-by-piece for other content.
The original StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty campaign is completely free, as are Versus multiplayer and the game's most iconic commanders. Players can get hours of entertainment from this free content, created to function on a 2007 PC. Alternatively, they can pay for more of the game as and when they wish, all without fearing taxing their PC.
7 Dungeons & Dragons Online Offers A Non-Intensive MMO Experience
Dungeons & Dragons Online
Enter a world of danger and adventure with Dungeons & Dragons Online® based on the beloved RPG that started it all.
- Platform(s)
- macOS , Microsoft Windows
- Released
- February 28, 2006
- Developer(s)
- Turbine , Standing Stone Games
- Publisher(s)
- Daybreak Game Company
- Genre(s)
- MMORPG , Fantasy , RPG , Action-Adventure
- Multiplayer
- Online Multiplayer
Minimum Spec Requirements:
- CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo CPU
- Memory: 2GB
- GPU: ATI Radeon HD 3000
- Storage: 32GB
Many MMO video games offer some or all of their content for free, often with other forms of monetization. However, many of these still strain an average PC. Dungeons & Dragons Online offers players a game inspired by the world's most popular tabletop RPG for very little cost, which won't tax their PC. Dungeons & Dragons Online's very low requirements suit most computers just fine, even for those who haven't splashed out for a gaming rig.
Dungeons & Dragons Online does have a steep learning curve, underwhelming graphics, and a lack of certain quality-of-life features. However, it also has the sheer quality, in-depth gameplay, and entertaining content that has allowed it to retain a playerbase almost two decades after release. It isn't for everyone, but it will be a perfect game for some players with low-end PCs.
6 Fortnite Battle Royale Remains A Gaming Sensation
Fortnite
Create, play, and battle with friends for free in Fortnite. Be the last player standing in Battle Royale and Zero Build, experience a concert or live event, or discover over a million creator made games, including racing, parkour, zombie survival, and more. Each Fortnite island has an individual age rating so you can find the one that's right for you and your friends. Find it all in Fortnite ... Drop In.
- Platform(s)
- Microsoft Windows , PlayStation 4 , PlayStation 5 , macOS , Nintendo Switch , Xbox One , Xbox Series X and Series S , Android
- Released
- July 21, 2017
- Developer(s)
- Epic Games , People Can Fly
- Publisher(s)
- Gearbox Software , Epic Games
- Genre(s)
- Battle Royale , Sandbox , Survival
- ESRB
- Teen (T)
Minimum Spec Requirements:
- CPU: Intel Core i3-3225
- Memory: 8 GB
- GPU: Intel HD 4000
- Storage: 15 GB
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Quite a few battle royale video games have been inspired by the highly successful Fortnite. Here are some of the best.Fortnite: Battle Royale is one of the most famous and successful games in the world. It's gone far beyond a mere battle royale to something that fans watch concerts in, explore historic events with, and use to experience crossovers from many different franchises. All of this comes at no upfront cost to players.
Gamers can install and play Fortnite: Battle Royale for free. Its paid season passes primarily grant cosmetics, with some free options available to players instead. Its requirements are higher than other low-end free-to-play PC games, but they're still more than manageable for many players who lack a dedicated gaming PC. Some players may need to make significant setting adjustments to get reasonable performance.
5 Brawlhalla Is Made For Low-Spec Computers
Brawlhalla
An epic platform fighter for up to 8 players online or local. Try casual free-for-alls, ranked matches, or invite friends to a private room. And it's free! Play cross-platform with millions of players on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android & Steam! Frequent updates. Over fifty Legends.
- Platform(s)
- Microsoft Windows , Linux , macOS
- Released
- April 30, 2014
- Developer(s)
- Blue Mammoth Games
- Publisher(s)
- Ubisoft , Blue Mammoth Games
- Genre(s)
- Platformer , Fighting , Party Game
- Engine
- Adobe AIR, Proprietary Engine
- ESRB
- Everyone 10+ (ESRB), PEGI 7
Minimum Spec Requirements:
- CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo E8400
- Memory: 1GB
- GPU: Intel HD 3000 GPU
- Storage: 350MB
Brawlhalla is a 2D platform fighting game inspired by titles like Super Smash Bros. It combines fast-paced fighter gameplay with an enjoyable art style and very low requirements. Brawlhalla is designed to run on almost any PC, with its minimum requirements being some of the lowest on Steam for as high-profile a game.
Brawlhalla gives players plenty of options for how to play. It includes local and online multiplayer that still boasts tens of thousands of players long after release. It's one of the best options for players looking to scratch a similar itch to Super Smash Bros. or MultiVersus without buying a new console or high-end PC.
4 Dwarf Fortress Is A Free PC Cult Classic
Dwarf Fortress
The deepest, most intricate simulation of a world that's ever been created. The legendary Dwarf Fortress is now on Steam. Build a fortress and try to help your dwarves survive against a deeply generated world.
- Platform(s)
- Microsoft Windows , macOS , OS X , Linux
- Released
- April 8, 2006
- Developer(s)
- Bay 12 Games
- Publisher(s)
- Bay 12 Games , Kitfox Games
- Genre(s)
- Simulation , Roguelike
Minimum Spec Requirements:
- CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo Q6867
- Memory: 4GB
- GPU: Intel HD 3000
- Storage: 500MB
Dwarf Fortress is one of the oddest and longest-lasting free PC games ever. It has been freely available since its release, with a paid Steam version that exists purely to optionally support the developer. Despite its deep mechanics and complex gameplay, its straightforward graphics help keep it playable on almost any low-end PC.
Dwarf Fortress does require a better CPU than many free games due to its in-depth mechanics. However, players can take steps to minimize this strain, such as limiting their number of dwarves and the size of the world they build in. Taking these steps allows players to see the game that has kept its fanbase delighted for well over a decade, all without spending a penny.
3 League Of Legends Runs On Almost Anything
League of Legends.
League of Legends is a team-based strategy game where two teams of five powerful champions face off to destroy the other’s base. Choose from over 140 champions to make epic plays, secure kills, and take down towers as you battle your way to victory.
- Platform(s)
- Microsoft Windows
- Released
- October 27, 2009
- Developer(s)
- Riot Games
- Publisher(s)
- Riot Games
- Genre(s)
- MOBA
Minimum Spec Requirements:
- CPU: Intel Core i3-530
- Memory: 2GB
- GPU: AMD Radeon HD 6570
- Storage: 16GB
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Riot Games has announced that League of Legends has a new band coming to Runeterra named Heartsteel.League of Legends has become one of the biggest multiplayer games in the world over the past decade. It's brought the MOBA genre into the spotlight, with a vast playerbase all around the world. One reason for this intense popularity is just how easy it is to run. Despite tense online multiplayer gameplay, League of Legends is very non-demanding on PCs.
In particular, League of Legends can run on most laptops' integrated graphics without the need for a dedicated GPU. This is a level most PCs can surpass, all without sacrificing the quality of League of Legends' gameplay. The game does have a steep learning curve and many of the issues that come with a vast and competitive playerbase, but its sheer quality and accessibility have still managed to lure in many satisfied players.
2 Old School RuneScape Is A Piece Of Gaming History
Old School RuneScape
Old School RuneScape is an MMORPG with adventure elements. It features a persistent world in which players can interact with each other and the environment.
- Platform(s)
- Microsoft Windows , OS X , Android , iOS
- Released
- February 22, 2013
- Developer(s)
- Jagex
- Publisher(s)
- Jagex
- Genre(s)
- MMORPG
- Multiplayer
- Online Multiplayer
Minimum Spec Requirements:
- CPU: Intel Pentium 4 1.50GHz
- Memory: 4GB
- GPU: NVIDIA GeForce 7100 GS
- Storage: 1GB
RuneScape is one of the most iconic free MMO games available on PC and has been since its initial release in 2001. It comes in two flavors for players, RuneScape and Old School Runescape for more classically-minded players. Neither is particularly demanding on PCs, but Old School RuneScape takes this one step further with its sheer accessibility for low-end computers.
Old School RuneScape lets players shape their own MMO story with its vast range of activities available for free. Players can pay to upgrade their account and use new skills, quests, and more. However, the bulk of RuneScape is accessible without spending any money. There are hundreds of hours of entertainment that players have enjoyed for over two decades.
1 Hearthstone Runs Passably On A Low-End PC
Hearthstone
Hearthstone is a free-to-play online digital collectible card game developed and published by Blizzard Entertainment. Originally subtitled Heroes of Warcraft, Hearthstone builds upon the existing lore of the Warcraft series by using the same elements, characters, and relics.
- Platform(s)
- Microsoft Windows , macOS , Android , iOS
- Released
- March 11, 2014
- Genre(s)
- Digital Card Game
- Engine
- Unity
- Franchise
- Warcraft
- Multiplayer
- Online Multiplayer
Minimum Spec Requirements:
- CPU: Intel Pentium D
- Memory: 3GB
- GPU: NVIDIA GeForce 8600 GT
- Storage: 3GB
Hearthstone is another card game that has found an immense online fanbase. Like most of its ilk, it is free to obtain and play. Instead, gamers can pay real money for cards or use in-game currency to purchase packs. It's entirely possible to make a high-power competitive deck without spending any actual money and simply using the gold obtained from completing quests.
Hearthstone can run passably well on almost any PC. It does require a higher-end system to be truly optimal, and certain settings will threaten a lower-end PC's ability to run it. Nonetheless, a player with a weaker machine can still jump into Hearthstone and enjoy collecting cards, building decks, and competing against other players.
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