These days, there are many free FPS games out there to play. The big problem is most of these games will run on Microsoft Windows only. Luckily, there are games that are multi-platform --- this means that not only can they run on Windows, but also can be played natively on Mac OS X and Linux. I have compiled a list of the best 100% free FPS games available on all operating systems.
ASSAULT CUBE
AssaultCube is a free and open source multiplayer FPS. The game is very fast-paced and contains 12 multiplayer game modes such as: Deathmatch, Capture the Flag, Survivor etc. AssaultCube is ultra-lightweight, weighing in at just 50mb it still offers decent graphics, and allows it to work on older hardware. AssaultCube can be downloaded at assault.cubers.net.
WARSOW
Warsow is a fast-paced FPS games that is free and open source. It's a very Quake III / Unreal Tournament like multiplayer game set in a futuristic cartoonish world. Warsow does not feature any graphical violence which makes it fun for all ages. The game can be downloaded for free at warsow.net.
OPEN ARENA
OpenArena is a free and community-produced deathmatch FPS that is heavily based on Quake III Arena. There are 12 multiplayer game modes to choose from like: Free for All, Team Deathmatch, Capture the Flag, Domination, and much more. OpenArena can be downloaded for free at openarena.ws.
POSTAL 2 MULTIPLAYER
Postal 2 Multiplayer is a free multiplayer first-person shooter game. This is the free version of Postal 2 Share The Pain from Running With Scissors. The game features 14 multiplayer maps, 25 characters, 11 different weapons and 4 game modes. Postal 2 Multiplayer can be downloaded for free at gamershell.com.
TREMULOUS
Tremulous is a free and open source sci-fi team based multiplayer FPS game. There are 2 sides to choose from, humans and aliens. The main objective is simple, eliminate the opposing team. Tremulous can be downloaded for free at tremulous.net and is available for Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X and Linux.
CUBE 2: SAUERBRATEN
Cube 2 Sauerbraten is a free first-person shooter game thats built as a major redesign of the Cube FPS. The game can be played as single player and multiplayer. The gameplay is very oldschool and fast paced (Doom & Quake 1 like), has many multiplayer gameplay modes, 2 single player modes and 7 weapons to choose from. Cube 2: Sauerbraten can be downloaded for free at sauerbraten.org.
ALIEN ARENA
Alien Arena is a free and open source retro sci-fi FPS multiplayer game. Alien Arena is an old school death match FPS game with modern features, combining aspects from games like: Quake III Arena & Unreal Tournament. Alien Arena can be downloaded for free at red.planetarena.org.
UBERSTRIKE
UberStrike is a free multiplayer sci-fi fantasy FPS game created by CMUNE. UberStrike is very fast-paced fantasy shooter game featuring many multiplayer maps and weapons to choose from. UberStrike is available for both Microsoft Windows & Mac OS X and can be downloaded for free from uberstrike.cmune.com.
WOLFENSTEIN: ENEMY TERRITORY
Wolfenstein: Enemy Territory is a free multiplayer FPS based on Return to Castle Wolfenstein. The game is set in World War 2 and features 2 sides: allies and axis, both have 5 different character classes with unique combat abilities. Wolfenstein: Enemy Territory can be downloaded for free at www.splashdamage.com/wolfet.
TRUE COMBAT ELITE
True Combat Elite is a free online multiplayer FPS which is heavily based on Wolfenstein: Enemy Territory. The game is a mod from Enemy Territory but is set in the modern world and features a wide range of modern weapons. True Combat Elite can be downloaded for free at www.truecombatelite.com.
URBAN TERROR
Urban Terror is a free multiplayer FPS game developed by FrozenSand. Urban Terror is powered by the Quake III engine and can be described as a Hollywood tactical shooter with their motto being "fun over realism". Urban Terror can be downloaded for free at urbanterror.info.
RED CRUCIBLE 2
Red Crucible 2 is a free online multiplayer FPS game. It's a browser based game which means it can be played on most operating systems. For Mac OS X users, the game can be downloaded for free at the Mac App Store. Red Crucible 2 is a modern combat game that features many weapons, vehicles, stunning 3D graphics and a great online gaming experience. To play Red Crucible 2, visit rocketeergames.com.
QUAKE LIVE
Quake Live is a free online deathmatch multiplayer FPS game. Quake Live is the free browser based version of Quake III Arena, and features all the classic gameplay from Quake III. To play the game, visit quakelive.com.
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