Best Hero Shooter Games 2026
The top 3 hero shooter games ranked by Metacritic score, player ratings, and overall popularity. Updated for 2026.
1
Apex Legends
FreeFree-to-play battle royale with hero abilities and fluid movement.
88
Metascore
79% positive
Battle Royale
2019
Multi-platform
2
Valorant
FreeCommand an elite squad of Mechs in this alternate World War 2 dieselpunk real-time tactics roguelite. Think fast, battle the Evil Axis forces, and neutralise their HQ. Upgrade your Mechs and Pilots, and develop new strategies to defeat the enemy!
74
Metascore
Tactical Shooter
2020
PC
3
Overwatch 2
FreeGet started on your mission to save the world with the Overwatch 2: Invasion Bundle!
72
Metascore
Hero Shooter
2023
Multi-platform