Best Free to Play Multiplayer Games on PC

The PC platform has a wealth of variety for players to choose from, even when they are free. And understandably so, given that it is one of the biggest possible gaming platforms that are available on the market. If you are strapped for cash, or you simply want to try before you sink your hard earned pennies into a game, then there are a many choices out there in terms of free online games to play with your friends.

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Free Online Games to Play with Friends

You can often find free games to play in the following categories:

• MMO
• Fantasy
• Battle Royale
• Sci-Fi
• Shooters

This list does extend further, but they give a good outline to the titles that we will be discussing in this article. So, let’s get started on the best free multiplayer games that you and your friends can enjoy on PC.

Destiny 2

The sequel to the highly anticipated Bungie title was met with a lot of backlash from fans. Without delving too much into the politics, the game’s rightful owners managed to regain control of the divisive title. Things have only gotten better from there, especially where those looking for a free game to play are concerned.

Back in October 2019, we saw the arrival of the game’s Shadowkeep expansion. Alongside this the base game, the Leviathan Raid, and much more were made available entirely for free. The beauty of Destiny 2 is there is plenty to be getting on with regardless of your gaming preferences. Whether you want to play through the narrative missions or gather a squad to take on raids and nightfall strikes, Destiny 2 is definitely worth your time, particularly now that you can try it for free.

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Apex Legends

It was a nice surprise to see a title come completely out of nowhere and make such a massive impact on the gaming community. That is exactly what Apex Legends did, who took the battle royale scene by storm upon release. The BR concept is something that has become a phenomenon in the industry with titles such as Fortnite and PUBG.

The Titanfall developers decided to take this new trend to the next level with Apex Legends. With the use of characters equipped with a range of tactical offences. Boasting improved and arguably revolutionary approaches to the genre, this is a title that you will want to drop into.

If you’re interested in Apex Legends, have a look at our Apex Legends wiki.

Final Fantasy XIV (FFXIV)

There is a bit of a disclaimer here where Final Fantasy XIV is concerned. The full game isn’t free, but you can experience the free trial that lasts up to the level cap of 35. Whilst this might not seem particularly high, it will take up a significant amount of time for you to reach.

FFXIV was a bit of a slow burner from launch, facing a number of struggles when first releasing. Developers Square Enix managed to turn the tide, presenting one of the best fantasy MMO titles on the market. They also managed to bring everything that you know and love about the Final Fantasy series to the MMO scene. Expect to see a wide variety of characters, eye-catching locations and much more when experiencing FFXIV.

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Warface

The shooter Warface does away with the traditional formula often found in games of the same nature. What the game requires of you is to head into battle with your teammates in a series of deathmatches, all the while using rather unconventional methods of getting around. In other words, enjoy shooting a gun whilst sliding along the ground at the same time.

The team behind Warface is Crytek, who you may be familiar with from other popular shooter franchises such as Far Cry and Crysis. With that being said, you can expect to see a shooter that will be able to rub shoulders with the best shooting titles available on the market.

World of Tanks (WoT)

The Wargaming offering of World of Tanks is one of the games that I personally find hard to believe is free to play. If tank-based warfare is something that appeals to you, you need not look any further.

What World of Tanks offers is a simulator that sees two teams pitted against one another in an all-out tank-infused scrap to the death. There is a lot of depth to enjoy as well, with many, many vehicles for you to unlock. Whether you want to go big with heavy machinery, or are looking for something more versatile, Wargaming has you more than covered throughout the ten tiers of tanks for you to unlock.

Blade and Soul

There is a narrative behind Blade & Soul that separates it from the many other MMO games on the market. Yes, the massive multiplayer online genre offers up a plethora of F2P titles, but Blade & Soul makes a great effort to stand out from the rest.

Blade & Soul does lie heavy on fantasy, like a lot of familiar games in the genre. However, with it comes a gripping tale of revenge, and unmatched swordplay. That alone should help you understand why there was a petition for the game to receive a release to a wider audience.

Magic: The Gathering Arena (MGT)

In more recent years, we have seen an influx of digital card games being released. With the charge being led by Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft, we have seen the likes of a Lord of the Rings adaptation, and even a Witcher spin-off in the form of Gwent. One of the best on the market however is arguably Magic: The Gathering Arena, which bases itself on the long-running card game that puts any true gamer to the test.

 If you have experienced the physical game and have your reservations over this virtual adaptation, you have nothing to fear. Magic: The Gathering Arena does a great job of bringing the features of what makes Magic special and combines them with a video game animation feel.

Conclusion

These titles should provide enough variety for you to enjoy hours of gaming entirely for free. If you are looking for the best free online games to play with your friends, then look no further than the selection found above.

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