Free Controller Games on Steam
Steam currently has 9,586 Controller games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best free games ranked by popularity and ratings. Data for this list is calculated from reviews and player counts reported directly by Steam and will be updated in real-time. Free Controller game rankings were last updated on 2/14/2025.
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1. Overwatch® 2
Overwatch 2 is a critically acclaimed, team-based shooter game set in an optimistic future with an evolving roster of heroes. Team up with friends and jump in today.
Overwatch® 2 holds the #1 spot for "best free Controller game on Steam" with a Player Score of 23. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 327,752 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 72,631 positive reviews and 255,121 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Overwatch® 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/10/2023 |
| Franchise | Blizzard |
| Developer | Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. |
| Publisher | Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 2357570 |
2. Goose Goose Duck
Goose Goose Duck is a game of social deduction for up to 16 players. Players are separated into different groups that are each assigned a different objective. Complete your team’s objective to win!
Goose Goose Duck has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 70,163 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 60,854 positive reviews and 9,309 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Goose Goose Duck on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/3/2021 |
| Developer | Gaggle Studios, Inc. |
| Publisher | Gaggle Studios, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1568590 |
3. eFootball™
The feverish football game with a worldwide total of 750 million downloads is waiting for you! Play eFootball™ with users around the world!
eFootball™ has achieved a Player Score of 47, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 87,102 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 40,510 positive reviews and 46,592 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play eFootball™ on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/30/2021 |
| Franchise | KONAMI |
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| Steam App Id | 1665460 |
4. Brawlhalla
An epic platform fighter for up to 8 players online or local. Try casual free-for-alls, ranked matches, or invite friends to a private room. And it's free! Play cross-platform with millions of players on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android & Steam! Frequent updates. Over sixty Legends.
Brawlhalla has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 380,921 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 311,510 positive reviews and 69,411 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 10/17/2017 |
| Developer | Blue Mammoth Games |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Steam App Id | 291550 |
5. GrandChase
Grand Chase is a free side-scrolling online action RPG with anime inspired graphics. Enjoy exciting adventures in dungeons and PvP with unique characters.
GrandChase has achieved a Player Score of 62, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,636 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,768 positive reviews and 8,868 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play GrandChase on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
6. ヘブンバーンズレッド
Key 麻枝 准が描く、最後の希望を託された少女たちの物語『ヘブンバーンズレッド （ヘブバン）』 フィールドを駆け回り、かけがえのない日常を体験しながら、命を賭した戦いに挑むドラマチックRPG！
ヘブンバーンズレッド has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,194 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,639 positive reviews and 555 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run ヘブンバーンズレッド on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 8/10/2022 |
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| Publisher | WFS, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1973710 |
7. War Robots
War Robots is an online third-person 6v6 PvP shooter—we’re talking dozens of combat robots, hundreds of weapons combinations, and heated clan battles.
War Robots has achieved a Player Score of 60, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 25,266 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,263 positive reviews and 10,003 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 4/4/2018 |
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| Steam App Id | 767560 |
8. Combat Master: Season 3
Join fast-paced action-packed combat. Play Combat Master -- AAA experience on any hardware. Best-in-class multiplayer gunfight. Next-level extreme performance. Lightning-speed loading time and a whole lot more.
Combat Master: Season 3 has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 42,354 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 37,427 positive reviews and 4,927 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 4/21/2023 |
| Developer | Alfa Bravo Inc |
| Publisher | Alfa Bravo Inc |
| Steam App Id | 2281730 |
9. Lost Light
Join the "Firefly" task force and unveil the sinister plot behind the exclusion zone in the world of Lost Light. You could either scavenge for supplies or go out with guns blazing and plunder. Survive the brutal domain where danger lurks in every corner!
Lost Light has achieved a Player Score of 57, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 24,485 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,926 positive reviews and 10,559 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Lost Light on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/1/2022 |
| Developer | NetEase Games |
| Publisher | NetEase Games |
| Steam App Id | 1797880 |
10. Paladins®
Paladins is the ultimate fantasy team-based shooter experience, with over 50 customizable Champions fighting in 5v5 action across a diverse Realm of modes and maps!
Paladins® has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 346,524 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 294,387 positive reviews and 52,137 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Paladins® on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 5/8/2018 |
| Developer | Evil Mojo Games |
| Publisher | Hi-Rez Studios |
| Steam App Id | 444090 |
More Free Controller Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Controller games available on Steam.
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| 36,719 | 8/10/2023 | 23 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 21,168 | 10/3/2021 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,235 | 9/30/2021 | 47 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,086 | 10/17/2017 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,440 | 7/28/2021 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,393 | 8/10/2022 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,589 | 4/4/2018 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,310 | 4/21/2023 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,032 | 9/1/2022 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,790 | 5/8/2018 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,621 | 8/2/2022 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,404 | 2/2/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 704 | 2/12/2013 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 484 | 9/14/2021 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 467 | 11/12/2024 | 77 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 463 | 6/25/2021 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 360 | 4/11/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 333 | 8/6/2021 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 310 | 6/23/2021 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 297 | 7/19/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 14). Steam Store. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 14). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 6). Goose Goose Duck on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 14). eFootball™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 14). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 14). GrandChase on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 15). ヘブンバーンズレッド on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 11). War Robots on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 1). Combat Master: Season 3 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 2). Lost Light on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 3). Paladins® on Steam. Steam Store.