Baldur's Gate 3, Elden Ring, Hades, Disco Elysium and Slay the Spire lead this list of the 25 best PC games to play right now, and every pick is sold on Steam for Windows.
Each entry below gives the genre, PC release date, developer, price model, play modes and minimum memory and storage from the game's official Steam page, plus who the game suits.
The 25 best modern PC games to play right now at a glance
The best games for PC right now range from 150 MB indie hits to 150 GB open worlds, so match the pick to the kind of play you want.
For free PC game recommendations, Steam lists Dota 2, Counter-Strike 2, PUBG: Battlegrounds, Apex Legends, Warframe and Marvel Rivals as free to play, and all of them sat in Steam's 100 most-played games on October 16, 2026.
| Rank | Game | Genre (Steam) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baldur's Gate 3 | Adventure, RPG, Strategy | RPG players who want choices that matter, solo or in co-op |
| 2 | Elden Ring | Action, RPG | Players who enjoy hard combat in a large open world |
| 3 | Hades | Action, Indie, RPG | Short action runs that fit into a lunch break |
| 4 | Disco Elysium – The Final Cut | RPG | Readers who want dialogue and detective work over combat |
| 5 | Slay the Spire | Indie, Strategy | Deckbuilding strategy on almost any PC |
| 6 | Half-Life: Alyx | Action, Adventure | Owners of a PC VR headset |
| 7 | Satisfactory | Simulation, Strategy | Builders and planners, alone or with friends |
| 8 | Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced | Action, Adventure, Racing | Open-world crime story plus online multiplayer |
| 9 | Stardew Valley | Indie, RPG, Simulation | Relaxed farming and couch co-op |
| 10 | Cyberpunk 2077 | RPG | Sci-fi open-world RPG fans with a strong PC |
| 11 | The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered | RPG | Story-driven fantasy with a long main quest |
| 12 | XCOM 2: War of the Chosen | Strategy | Turn-based tactics players |
| 13 | Hollow Knight | Action, Adventure, Indie | 2D exploration with tough boss fights |
| 14 | Outer Wilds | Action, Adventure | Curious explorers who like solving a mystery |
| 15 | Red Dead Redemption 2 | Action, Adventure | A slow, detailed western story |
| 16 | Final Fantasy XIV Online | Massively Multiplayer, RPG | MMO newcomers who want a large free trial |
| 17 | NieR:Automata | Action, RPG | Fast action with a layered story |
| 18 | God of War | Action, Adventure, RPG | Cinematic single-player action |
| 19 | Resident Evil 4 (2023) | Action, Adventure | Survival horror with heavy action |
| 20 | Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade | Action, Adventure, RPG | JRPG fans and Final Fantasy VII returners |
| 21 | Doom (2016) | Action | Fast first-person shooting |
| 22 | Hitman World of Assassination | Action, Adventure | Stealth puzzles with many ways to finish a mission |
| 23 | Crusader Kings III | RPG, Simulation, Strategy | Grand strategy players who like dynasty drama |
| 24 | Balatro | Casual, Indie, Strategy | Low-spec laptops and quick card runs |
| 25 | Undertale | Indie, RPG | Story fans on low-spec PCs who prefer talking to fighting |
25. Undertale
Undertale is a short RPG where you can talk your way past every fight instead of killing monsters. Its battles mix menu choices with dodging bullet patterns, and most of it was made by one person, Toby Fox.
Pick it if you want a story game that runs on nearly any Windows PC.
| Detail | Steam page |
|---|---|
| Genre | Indie, RPG |
| PC release | September 15, 2015 |
| Developer / publisher | tobyfox / tobyfox |
| Price model | Paid, one-time purchase |
| Play modes | Single-player |
| Minimum memory / storage | 2 GB RAM / 200 MB |
24. Balatro
Balatro is a roguelike deckbuilder built on poker hands, where joker cards change the scoring rules each run. A run takes minutes, and every loss teaches a new combo.
Its 1 GB RAM minimum and integrated-graphics support make it one of the easiest picks for an older laptop.
| Detail | Steam page |
|---|---|
| Genre | Casual, Indie, Strategy |
| PC release | February 20, 2024 |
| Developer / publisher | LocalThunk / Playstack |
| Price model | Paid, one-time purchase |
| Play modes | Single-player, full controller support |
| Minimum memory / storage | 1 GB RAM / 150 MB |
23. Crusader Kings 3
Crusader Kings III is grand strategy set in the Middle Ages, where you guide a noble family across generations. Marriages, plots and inheritance matter as much as wars, and your heir takes over when a ruler dies.
Paradox also offers a monthly subscription on Steam that unlocks every released expansion, which suits players who want all the content without buying each pack.
| Detail | Steam page |
|---|---|
| Genre | RPG, Simulation, Strategy |
| PC release | September 1, 2020 |
| Developer / publisher | Paradox Development Studio / Paradox Interactive |
| Price model | Paid base game; optional subscription for all expansions |
| Play modes | Single-player, online PvP |
| Minimum memory / storage | 8 GB RAM / 20 GB |
22. Hitman: World of Assassination
Hitman World of Assassination puts you in the role of Agent 47 across large sandbox levels where each target can be removed in many ways. Disguises, timing and level knowledge decide each run, so missions reward replaying.
Steam offers a free demo, and the full game also runs in VR with a supported headset.
| Detail | Steam page |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action, Adventure |
| PC release | January 20, 2022 |
| Developer / publisher | IO Interactive A/S |
| Price model | Paid; Part One, standard and Deluxe editions; free demo |
| Play modes | Single-player, VR supported |
| Minimum memory / storage | 8 GB RAM / 60 GB |
21. Doom (2016)
Doom (2016) is a fast first-person shooter from id Software that pushes you forward into fights instead of behind cover. The current Steam version includes all three premium DLC packs, Arcade Mode and Photo Mode.
A demo is available on Steam, so you can check performance before you buy.
| Detail | Steam page |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action |
| PC release | May 12, 2016 |
| Developer / publisher | id Software / Bethesda Softworks |
| Price model | Paid, one-time purchase; demo available |
| Play modes | Single-player, co-op, multiplayer |
| Minimum memory / storage | 8 GB RAM / 55 GB |
20. Final Fantasy VII Remake
Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade rebuilds the Midgar story of the original Final Fantasy VII with new graphics and a new battle system. The PC version adds a separate episode starring Yuffie Kisaragi.
Square Enix recommends playing with a controller, so keep one handy.
| Detail | Steam page |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action, Adventure, RPG |
| PC release | June 17, 2022 |
| Developer / publisher | Square Enix / Square Enix |
| Price model | Paid, one-time purchase |
| Play modes | Single-player |
| Minimum memory / storage | 8 GB RAM / 100 GB |
19. Resident Evil 4 Remake
The Resident Evil 4 remake follows Leon S. Kennedy into a rural European village to rescue the president's kidnapped daughter. It keeps the tension of survival horror but leans hard into third-person action.
Steam sells it simply as Resident Evil 4, with HDR and full Xbox controller support.
| Detail | Steam page |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action, Adventure |
| PC release | March 24, 2023 |
| Developer / publisher | Capcom Co., Ltd. |
| Price model | Paid, one-time purchase |
| Play modes | Single-player |
| Minimum memory | 8 GB RAM |
18. God of War
God of War moves Kratos to the Norse realms, where he fights to survive as mentor and protector to his son, Atreus. An over-the-shoulder camera keeps you close to heavy fights against Norse creatures.
The PC port lists 12 accessibility features and full support for Xbox and PlayStation controllers.
| Detail | Steam page |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action, Adventure, RPG |
| PC release | January 14, 2022 |
| Developer / publisher | Santa Monica Studio, Jetpack Interactive / PlayStation Publishing LLC |
| Price model | Paid, one-time purchase |
| Play modes | Single-player |
| Minimum memory / storage | 8 GB RAM / 70 GB |
17. Nier: Automata
NieR:Automata follows the androids 2B, 9S and A2 fighting machines across a ruined Earth. PlatinumGames built the fast combat, where you switch between melee and ranged attacks and tune a weapon loadout.
It suits action fans who also want a story worth discussing afterwards.
| Detail | Steam page |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action, RPG |
| PC release | March 17, 2017 |
| Developer / publisher | Square Enix, PlatinumGames Inc. / Square Enix |
| Price model | Paid, one-time purchase |
| Play modes | Single-player |
| Minimum memory / storage | 4 GB RAM / 50 GB |
16. Final Fantasy XIV
Final Fantasy XIV Online is an MMORPG with a long, story-led campaign that you can play mostly solo before joining group content. Square Enix says more than 30 million players have joined.
The Final Fantasy XIV free trial includes A Realm Reborn, Heavensward, Stormblood and Shadowbringers, and every other edition needs an active paid subscription.
| Detail | Steam page |
|---|---|
| Genre | Massively Multiplayer, RPG |
| Steam release | February 18, 2014 |
| Developer / publisher | Square Enix / Square Enix |
| Price model | Free trial; paid game plus monthly subscription |
| Play modes | MMO, online co-op and PvP, cross-platform multiplayer |
| Minimum memory / storage | 8 GB RAM / 140 GB |
15. Red Dead Redemption 2
Red Dead Redemption 2 follows Arthur Morgan and the Van der Linde gang on the run across the American frontier. It is a slow, detailed open-world story, and Red Dead Online adds multiplayer.
You need a Rockstar Games account, which can be linked to Steam.
| Detail | Steam page |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action, Adventure |
| PC release | December 5, 2019 |
| Developer / publisher | Rockstar Games / Rockstar Games |
| Price model | Paid; in-app purchases in online mode |
| Play modes | Single-player, online co-op and PvP |
| Minimum memory / storage | 8 GB RAM / 150 GB |
14. Outer Wilds
Outer Wilds is an open-world mystery about a solar system trapped in an endless time loop. You explore planets and alien ruins to learn whether the loop can be stopped.
It suits players who like exploring without a quest marker telling them where to go.
| Detail | Steam page |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action, Adventure |
| Steam release | June 18, 2020 |
| Developer / publisher | Mobius Digital / Annapurna Interactive |
| Price model | Paid, one-time purchase |
| Play modes | Single-player |
| Minimum memory / storage | 6 GB RAM / 8 GB |
13. Hollow Knight
Hollow Knight is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure through a ruined kingdom of insects. Mapping tools help you chart its twisting caverns, and new abilities such as a dash and wings open more of the world.
It runs on modest hardware, and its sequel, Hollow Knight: Silksong, is listed with the recent games below.
| Detail | Steam page |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action, Adventure, Indie |
| PC release | February 24, 2017 |
| Developer / publisher | Team Cherry / Team Cherry |
| Price model | Paid, one-time purchase |
| Play modes | Single-player, full controller support |
| Minimum memory / storage | 4 GB RAM / 9 GB |
12. XCOM 2: War of the Chosen
XCOM 2 is turn-based tactics where you rebuild a resistance against alien rule, and War of the Chosen is its large expansion. The expansion adds three resistance factions, new hero classes and a new enemy called the Chosen.
War of the Chosen is downloadable content, so you must own the base game XCOM 2 on Steam to play it.
| Detail | Steam page |
|---|---|
| Genre | Strategy |
| PC release | XCOM 2: February 4, 2016; War of the Chosen: December 3, 2018 (Steam) |
| Developer / publisher | Firaxis Games / 2K |
| Price model | Paid base game plus paid expansion |
| Play modes | Single-player, Steam Workshop mods |
| Minimum memory / storage | 4 GB RAM / 65 GB with the expansion |
11. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt (remastered)
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt casts you as monster hunter Geralt of Rivia searching a dark fantasy open world for his adopted daughter, Ciri. Steam now sells it as The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered, with visual upgrades and HDR.
Pick it for a long story-driven RPG where side quests are as strong as the main plot.
| Detail | Steam page |
|---|---|
| Genre | RPG |
| PC release | May 18, 2015 |
| Developer / publisher | CD PROJEKT RED / CD PROJEKT RED |
| Price model | Paid, one-time purchase |
| Play modes | Single-player, Steam Workshop |
| Minimum memory / storage | 12 GB RAM / 60 GB on an SSD |
10. Cyberpunk 2077
Cyberpunk 2077 is an open-world action RPG set in Night City, a megacity built around power and body modification. Night City is open to explore from the start of the story.
With a 12 GB RAM minimum, it suits players with a recent gaming PC more than an older laptop.
| Detail | Steam page |
|---|---|
| Genre | RPG |
| PC release | December 10, 2020 |
| Developer / publisher | CD PROJEKT RED / CD PROJEKT RED |
| Price model | Paid, one-time purchase |
| Play modes | Single-player |
| Minimum memory / storage | 12 GB RAM / 70 GB |
9. Stardew Valley
Stardew Valley starts with you inheriting your grandfather's overgrown farm and turning it into a working home. You level up farming, mining, combat, fishing and foraging, and unlock over 100 cooking and crafting recipes.
It is one of the few picks here with shared or split-screen co-op, plus online and LAN co-op.
| Detail | Steam page |
|---|---|
| Genre | Indie, RPG, Simulation |
| PC release | February 26, 2016 |
| Developer / publisher | ConcernedApe / ConcernedApe |
| Price model | Paid, one-time purchase |
| Play modes | Single-player, online co-op, LAN co-op, split-screen co-op |
| Minimum memory / storage | 2 GB RAM / 500 MB |
8. Grand Theft Auto V and GTA Online
Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced bundles the GTA V story campaign with Grand Theft Auto Online, upgraded with faster loading and 3D audio. GTA Online players get exclusive content in this version.
Steam still sells the older Grand Theft Auto V Legacy, which needs only 4 GB RAM. Both require a Rockstar Games account, and the Enhanced version uses BattlEye kernel-level anti-cheat.
| Detail | Steam page |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action, Adventure, Racing |
| PC release | Legacy: April 14, 2015; Enhanced: March 4, 2025 |
| Developer / publisher | Rockstar North / Rockstar Games |
| Price model | Paid; in-app purchases in GTA Online |
| Play modes | Single-player, online co-op and PvP |
| Minimum memory / storage | Enhanced: 8 GB RAM / 105 GB; Legacy: 4 GB RAM / 125 GB |
7. Satisfactory
Satisfactory is a first-person factory builder on an alien planet, with some exploration and combat. You design multi-floor factories and conveyor networks that keep growing.
It supports online co-op and cross-platform multiplayer, so it suits groups of friends who like planning together.
| Detail | Steam page |
|---|---|
| Genre | Adventure, Indie, Simulation, Strategy |
| PC release (1.0) | September 10, 2024 |
| Developer / publisher | Coffee Stain Studios / Coffee Stain Publishing |
| Price model | Paid, one-time purchase |
| Play modes | Single-player, online co-op, cross-platform multiplayer |
| Minimum memory / storage | 8 GB RAM / 20 GB |
6. Half-Life: Alyx
Half-Life: Alyx is Valve's VR return to Half-Life, set between Half-Life and Half-Life 2. You play as Alyx Vance, fighting the Combine with your hands rather than a mouse.
Steam lists it as VR only, so it needs a PC VR headset with tracked controllers.
| Detail | Steam page |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action, Adventure |
| PC release | March 23, 2020 |
| Developer / publisher | Valve / Valve |
| Price model | Paid, one-time purchase |
| Play modes | Single-player, VR only, level editor included |
| Minimum memory | 12 GB RAM |
5. Slay the Spire
Slay the Spire combines card games with roguelike runs: you build a deck while climbing a spire of fights, events and relics. You craft a new deck on every climb, so each run plays differently.
It needs only 2 GB RAM and 1 GB of storage, which makes it a strong pick for laptops.
| Detail | Steam page |
|---|---|
| Genre | Indie, Strategy |
| PC release | January 23, 2019 |
| Developer / publisher | Mega Crit / Mega Crit |
| Price model | Paid, one-time purchase |
| Play modes | Single-player, leaderboards, Steam Workshop |
| Minimum memory / storage | 2 GB RAM / 1 GB |
4. Disco Elysium
Disco Elysium is a detective RPG with 24 skills and a whole city block to explore through conversation. You can crack murders, take bribes or become a disaster of a human being.
Steam sells The Final Cut edition, which suits players who enjoy reading and choice-driven stories.
| Detail | Steam page |
|---|---|
| Genre | RPG |
| PC release | October 15, 2019 |
| Developer / publisher | ZA/UM / ZA/UM |
| Price model | Paid, one-time purchase |
| Play modes | Single-player, full controller support |
| Minimum memory / storage | 2 GB RAM / 20 GB |
3. Hades
Hades is a roguelike dungeon crawler where you defy the god of the dead and hack your way out of the Underworld. Boons from the Olympians and permanent upgrades change each run, and a fully voiced cast carries the story.
Runs are short, and its sequel, Hades II, is listed with the recent games below.
| Detail | Steam page |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action, Indie, RPG |
| PC release | September 17, 2020 |
| Developer / publisher | Supergiant Games / Supergiant Games |
| Price model | Paid, one-time purchase |
| Play modes | Single-player |
| Minimum memory / storage | 4 GB RAM / 15 GB |
2. Elden Ring
Elden Ring is FromSoftware's open-world action RPG set in the Lands Between, where you rise as a Tarnished to become Elden Lord. You can invite up to two other players as co-op teammates with a shared password.
Steam also lists online PvP alongside co-op.
| Detail | Steam page |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action, RPG |
| PC release | February 25, 2022 |
| Developer / publisher | FromSoftware, Inc. / FromSoftware, Inc., Bandai Namco Entertainment |
| Price model | Paid, one-time purchase |
| Play modes | Single-player, online co-op and PvP |
| Minimum memory / storage | 12 GB RAM / 60 GB |
1. Baldur's Gate 3
Baldur's Gate 3 is Larian Studios' Dungeons & Dragons RPG, where a mind flayer parasite gives your party strange powers and every choice shapes the story. Seven Origin heroes can join your party, or you can play as one of them.
It supports online co-op, LAN co-op and cross-platform multiplayer, so you can play the whole campaign with friends.
| Detail | Steam page |
|---|---|
| Genre | Adventure, RPG, Strategy |
| PC release | August 3, 2023 |
| Developer / publisher | Larian Studios / Larian Studios |
| Price model | Paid, one-time purchase |
| Play modes | Single-player, online co-op, LAN co-op, cross-platform multiplayer |
| Minimum memory / storage | 8 GB RAM / 150 GB |
New and upcoming PC games under consideration
These recent games were released on Steam in 2025 and are strong candidates for a future spot on this list. The upcoming PC games below show the release date Steam listed on October 16, 2026.
| Game | Status | Developer | What it is |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hollow Knight: Silksong | Released September 4, 2025 | Team Cherry | Sequel to Hollow Knight, set in a haunted kingdom of silk and song |
| Hades II | Released September 25, 2025 | Supergiant Games | Sequel to Hades, using sorcery against the Titan of Time |
| Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 | Released April 24, 2025 | Sandfall Interactive | Turn-based RPG with real-time mechanics, inspired by Belle Époque France |
| Monster Hunter Wilds | Released February 28, 2025 | Capcom | Monster hunting in environments that change from moment to moment |
| Kingdom Come: Deliverance II | Released February 4, 2025 | Warhorse Studios | Story-driven action RPG in 15th-century Europe |
| Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 | Upcoming: October 22, 2026 | Listed on Steam | Pre-purchase open on Steam |
| Phantom Blade Zero | Upcoming: October 28, 2026 | Listed on Steam | Pre-purchase open on Steam |
| The Wolf Among Us Remastered | Upcoming: October 29, 2026 | Listed on Steam | Release date listed on Steam |
| Football Manager 27 | Upcoming: November 10, 2026 | Listed on Steam | Release date listed on Steam |
| Squadron 42 | Upcoming: Q2 2027 | Listed on Steam | Release date listed on Steam |
| Grand Theft Auto VI | November 19, 2026 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S | Rockstar Games | Rockstar's page lists no PC version |
Best PC games FAQ
What PC games should I play?
Start with Baldur's Gate 3 for a story-heavy RPG, Elden Ring for hard open-world combat, Hades for short action runs, or Stardew Valley for a relaxed co-op game. Match the pick to your PC's memory and storage, listed on each game's Steam page.
How is this list of the best PC games made?
Every pick is a game sold on Steam for Windows, ranked from 25 down to the top pick at 1. Each entry's genre, PC release date, developer, price model, play modes and minimum memory and storage come from the game's official Steam page, and the table at the top matches each game to the kind of player it suits.
What other PC games are worth playing beyond the top 25?
Metaphor: ReFantazio (ATLUS, October 11, 2024) is a fantasy RPG with turn-based and action combat. Against the Storm (Eremite Games, December 8, 2023) is a dark fantasy city builder, and Cities: Skylines (Colossal Order, March 10, 2015) is a classic city simulation. DAVE THE DIVER (MINTROCKET, June 28, 2023) mixes deep-sea fishing by day with running a sushi restaurant at night. Unavowed (Wadjet Eye Games, 2018) is a supernatural adventure set in New York, Shadowrun: Dragonfall – Director's Cut (Harebrained Schemes, 2014) is a turn-based cyberpunk RPG, and DUSK (David Szymanski, 2018) is a retro FPS inspired by '90s shooters. All seven are sold on Steam.
What PC games are free?
Steam lists Dota 2, Counter-Strike 2, PUBG: Battlegrounds, Team Fortress 2, Apex Legends, Warframe, Marvel Rivals, Overwatch and Destiny 2 as free to play. Final Fantasy XIV also has a free trial covering four of its releases. You can also play Android games on your Windows PC through Google Play Games.
Where can I download PC games for free?
Use the official store's free section, such as Steam's Free to Play hub at store.steampowered.com, and install through the Steam client. Demos are another legal route: Steam offers free demos for Doom (2016) and Hitman World of Assassination.
What PC games can I play on my laptop?
Low-spec laptops handle Balatro (1 GB RAM), Undertale, Stardew Valley, Slay the Spire and Disco Elysium (2 GB RAM each). Compare your laptop's memory, graphics and free storage with the minimum requirements on the game's Steam page before you buy.
What PC games are split screen?
From this list, Stardew Valley supports shared or split-screen co-op on one PC, according to its Steam page. Baldur's Gate 3 supports online and LAN co-op, and Steam lists Remote Play Together for it so friends can join over the internet.
What PC games are popular right now?
On October 16, 2026, Steam's Most Played chart was led by Dota 2, Counter-Strike 2 and PUBG: Battlegrounds. From this list, Stardew Valley, GTA V Enhanced, The Witcher 3, Cyberpunk 2077, Baldur's Gate 3, Red Dead Redemption 2, Elden Ring and Final Fantasy XIV were all in its top 100.
Is PC Game Pass worth it, and is it free?
PC Game Pass is not free: Xbox lists it at $13.99 a month, with 300+ games playable on PC, day-one releases and EA Play included. It suits players who try many new games each year. It needs Windows 10 or 11, version 22H2 or later, and the Xbox app.
Is PC Game Pass the same as Xbox Game Pass?
No. PC Game Pass is the Game Pass plan designed for PC, and its library is played on Windows through the Xbox app. Xbox says the games, their number and their availability vary by plan, region and platform.
What PC games are cross platform with PS5?
Steam lists cross-platform multiplayer for Baldur's Gate 3, Final Fantasy XIV Online and Satisfactory from this list. Steam does not name the platforms, so check the publisher's own site to confirm PlayStation 5 crossplay before you buy for a mixed group.
How do you share PC games with family?
Create a Steam Family and invite up to 5 family members; each member then sees a family library of the others' shareable games. Players keep their own saves and achievements, and developers can opt a game out of Family Sharing.
Why do games keep crashing on my PC?
Missing or damaged game files are a common cause. In Steam, right-click the game, select Properties, open Installed Files and click Verify integrity of game files. Restart the PC first, and do not verify several games at once.
Why is my PC stuttering or lagging in games?
The PC may be below the game's requirements, or background tasks may be competing for it. Check the minimum specs on the store page, then open Settings > Gaming > Game Mode and make sure it is on. Game Mode is on by default and stops Windows Update driver installs during play.
Why can't I play games on my PC?
The Steam client supports only Windows 10 and later since January 1, 2024, so older Windows versions cannot run current Steam games. Also check that the PC meets the game's minimum requirements and that Windows and device drivers are up to date.
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