Free Controller Games on Steam
Steam currently has 12,765 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 1/27/2026.
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1. Delta Force
Delta Force, a free-to-play 1st-person tactical shooter, returns as the latest in the classic series. With 25 years defining the genre, Delta Force is back with an upgraded arsenal of weaponry, jaw-dropping environments, and a truly dynamic world.
Delta Force holds the #1 spot for "best free Controller game on Steam" with a Player Score of 58. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 169,271 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 99,078 positive reviews and 70,193 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 Delta Force on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 12/4/2024 |
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| Publisher | TiMi Studio Group |
| Steam App Id | 2507950 |
2. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 27, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 368,211 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 97,183 positive reviews and 271,028 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 |
3. 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 #3 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 78,138 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 67,680 positive reviews and 10,458 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 |
4. eFootball™
Step up and experience the exhilarating soccer game that has now surpassed 900 million downloads! The stars of today, legends of the past, and fellow users from around the world are all waiting for you!
eFootball™ has achieved a Player Score of 50, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 103,936 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 51,751 positive reviews and 52,185 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 |
5. Highguard
Highguard is a PvP raid shooter where players will ride, fight, and raid as Wardens, arcane gunslingers sent to fight for control of a mythical continent.
Highguard has achieved a Player Score of 26, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,069 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,519 positive reviews and 10,550 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Negative" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 1/26/2026 |
| Developer | Wildlight Entertainment, Inc. |
| Publisher | Wildlight Entertainment, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 4128260 |
6. 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 80, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 399,406 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 322,705 positive reviews and 76,701 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 |
7. Blood Strike
Gather your friends and dive into the action-packed Battle Royale, Squad Fight, or Hot Zone like there's no tomorrow! Blood Strike offers a wide range of playable Strikers, each with a unique active and passive ability letting you deploy drones, shield walls and everything in between.
Blood Strike has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,598 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12,657 positive reviews and 2,941 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 Blood Strike on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 3/13/2025 |
| Developer | NetEase Games |
| Publisher | NetEase Games |
| Steam App Id | 3199170 |
8. Trackmania
Welcome to the Club! Grab the wheel and play Trackmania® for FREE now.
Trackmania has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 18,964 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,722 positive reviews and 4,242 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Trackmania on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
9. STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™
STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ is a free-to-play MMORPG that puts you at the center of your own story-driven saga. Play as a Jedi, Sith, Bounty Hunter, or one of many other iconic STAR WARS roles in the galaxy far, far away over three thousand years before the classic films.
STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 71,629 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 64,160 positive reviews and 7,469 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/21/2020 |
| Franchise | BioWare EA |
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| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1286830 |
10. ONE PIECE Bounty Rush
Take the loot, pirates! Bounty Rush is a 4 vs 4 multiplayer team action game. Work with your team to capture the other teams' berries!
ONE PIECE Bounty Rush has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,064 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,767 positive reviews and 1,297 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 ONE PIECE Bounty Rush on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/23/2024 |
| Franchise | Bandai Namco Entertainment |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 2918150 |
More Free Controller Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Controller games available on Steam.
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| 83,726 | 12/4/2024 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 25,534 | 8/10/2023 | 27 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 18,318 | 10/3/2021 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,768 | 9/30/2021 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,639 | 1/26/2026 | 26 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,581 | 10/17/2017 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,622 | 3/13/2025 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,238 | 2/2/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,333 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,199 | 9/23/2024 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,655 | 1/22/2026 | 33 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,468 | 7/28/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,272 | 9/16/2025 | 70 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,880 | 4/4/2018 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,800 | 8/22/2023 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,585 | 8/2/2022 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,513 | 9/10/2025 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,435 | 7/2/2025 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,414 | 6/25/2025 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,301 | 10/23/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 27). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 13). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 23). Goose Goose Duck on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 24). eFootball™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 27). Highguard on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 27). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 23). Blood Strike on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 27). Trackmania on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 27). STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 26). ONE PIECE Bounty Rush on Steam. Steam Store.