Games Like Fortnite (2026): 10 Free Battle Royale Games

Fortnite is hard to describe to anyone who hasn't played it: a shooter, a builder and a social hangout rolled into one. If you or your child have worn it out, or you simply want a change of scene, there's a whole family of games built on the same last-player-standing idea.

Below are ten games like Fortnite, listed in no particular order and sorted from A to Z. I put this together from each game's own Steam store page, so I've only included details I could read there. Many of the games below are shooters with a very different tone, so please read the safety section before handing one to a young player. If you're also looking for lighter options, my page on games you can play when you're offline covers some quieter ideas.

Fortnite-style shooters side by side

In the Free to play column, Yes means the game's Steam page lists it as free to download. Store details can change, so check the page in your own country before you install anything.

Game	Platforms	Good for	Free to play
Apex Legends	Windows (Steam)	Squad shooter with distinct hero abilities	Yes
Call of Duty: Warzone	Windows (Steam)	Large-arena military shooter	Yes
CRSED: Cuisine Royale	Windows (Steam)	Last-man-standing shooter with odd powers	Yes
NARAKA: BLADEPOINT	Windows (Steam)	Melee battle royale with heroes	Yes
Paladins	Windows (Steam)	Fantasy hero shooter with many modes	Yes
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS	Windows (Steam)	Parachute-and-survive battle royale	Yes
Rogue Company	Windows (Steam)	Third-person tactical team shooter	Yes
Splitgate: Arena Reloaded	Windows (Steam)	Arena shooter with a battle royale mode	Yes
Super Animal Royale	Windows, Mac (Steam)	Top-down 2D animal battle royale	Yes
The Finals	Windows (Steam)	Destructible game show arenas	Yes

Ten battle royale and team shooter games to try after Fortnite, A to Z

Apex Legends

Best for: Players who like Fortnite's squad play but want a faster first-person shooter built around a roster of heroes with special abilities.

Call of Duty: Warzone

Best for: Older teens and adults who want a big, realistic-style shooter arena rather than a cartoon one. Check the age rating first.

CRSED: Cuisine Royale

Best for: Players who fancy a stranger, grittier take on the last-player-standing format, mixing real-world weapons with mystical abilities.

NARAKA: BLADEPOINT

Best for: Anyone who'd rather swing a blade than aim a gun, with team play and heroes that each bring different skills.

Paladins

Best for: Fans of colourful, fantasy-style shooters who like picking a hero and playing in small teams across lots of maps.

PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS

Best for: Players who want the classic format: drop in, gather weapons and supplies, and outlast everyone as the safe zone shrinks.

Rogue Company

Best for: People who like short team matches with gadgets and abilities, seen from behind the character rather than through its eyes.

Splitgate: Arena Reloaded

Best for: Shooter fans who prefer fast, skill-led gunplay to scavenging, with a battle royale mode that focuses on shooting over looting.

Super Animal Royale

Best for: A lighter, cartoon-style option with a simple top-down view and a relaxed social hub to enjoy between matches.

The Finals

Best for: Players who enjoy a showy, futuristic shooter where the buildings around you can be broken apart in the middle of a fight.

What makes a game feel like Fortnite

When people search for something similar, they usually mean one of a few things. Work out which one is yours and the choice gets much easier.

• The last-player-standing format. Dozens of players, one survivor and a shrinking play area.
• Squad play. Teaming up with friends and sharing the wins and the laughs.
• The look and tone. Bright and cartoonish is very different from dark and realistic.
• Fast matches. Short rounds you can squeeze in before dinner.
• Something to do besides shooting. A few of these games have social spaces or other modes.

Matching Fortnite-style shooters to the player

• Younger or newer players may prefer a cartoon look and a simple view over a realistic one.
• Competitive players tend to enjoy tight, skill-led arena shooters with a clear ranking system.
• Team-minded friends usually love hero shooters, where each person has a role.
• Players tired of guns might enjoy the melee-focused option in the list.
• Anyone on an older computer should check the system requirements on each store page first. My guide to free PC games for laptops with 4GB of RAM may help if your machine is modest.

Several of these games are online-only, so a steady connection matters. If you want something to play when the signal drops, offline racing games for PC and offline strategy games for PC are good places to look.

A note for parents about Fortnite-style games

Shooters differ a lot in tone and in what players can say to each other. From the Steam pages I read, the ratings vary widely: Apex Legends and PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS list PEGI 16, while Call of Duty: Warzone lists PEGI 18, so please don't assume that a game is suitable because it looks colourful. Check the rating on the store page, look at the chat and voice settings, and play a match together before you decide.

• Switch off or limit voice and text chat if your child is young.
• Find out whether the game lets strangers send friend requests.
• Agree how long a session lasts before it starts, not halfway through a match.
• Keep the computer in a shared room so you can see what's on screen.

Slip-ups when hunting for Fortnite-style shooters

• Downloading from random sites instead of the official store page.
• Assuming every shooter is suitable because it's free to download.
• Installing five games at once and never getting good at any of them.
• Forgetting to check the system requirements on the store page.
• Skipping the in-game safety settings.

First steps in your first Fortnite-style shooter

1. Read the store page and check the age rating for the player.
2. Open the settings and set up chat, privacy and controls before the first match.
3. Play the tutorial or practice mode, even if you think you don't need it.
4. Start with casual matches rather than ranked ones.
5. Play with a friend if you can, because it's more fun and easier to learn.

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Picking a Fortnite-style shooter to play next

Decide what you enjoyed most, whether that's the squad play, the fast matches or the lighter tone, and pick one or two games that match. Try them for a few evenings before you commit. If you want to see more of what runs on modest machines, free PC games under 1GB is another useful list.

Frequently asked questions

What is the closest game to Fortnite?

It depends on what you like about it. For the classic last-player-standing format, look at the battle royale games in the list. For colourful team play, try a hero shooter. Each game has its own twist.

Are games like Fortnite free to download?

Every game in the table is listed as free to play on its Steam store page. Store details can change, so check the page in your own country before you download.

Are these games suitable for children?

Not always. The ratings range widely, from teen-rated to adults only. Check each game's age rating on its store page, review the chat settings and play a match together first.

Can I play these games on a phone or console?

I read the Steam pages, which list computers. Some of these games may be on other platforms too, so check the official store for your device.

Do these games need an internet connection?

These are mainly online games, so you'll usually need a connection to play. Check each store page for details.