Free Controller Games on Steam
Steam currently has 14,469 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 6/18/2026.
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1. Overwatch®
Overwatch®, A FUTURE WORTH FIGHTING FOR! Overwatch® is an always-on and ever-evolving free-to-play, team-based action game set in an optimistic future, where every match is the ultimate 5v5 or 6v6 battlefield brawl.
Overwatch® holds the #1 spot for "best free Controller game on Steam" with a Player Score of 31. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 408,771 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 125,216 positive reviews and 283,555 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® 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. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 58, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 186,200 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 108,125 positive reviews and 78,075 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 |
3. eFootball™
Step up and experience the exhilarating soccer game that has now surpassed 1 billion downloads! Play eFootball™ with users around the world!
eFootball™ has achieved a Player Score of 51, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 111,685 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 56,739 positive reviews and 54,946 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 | 9/29/2021 |
| Franchise | KONAMI |
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| Publishers | |
| 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 79, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 407,953 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 326,680 positive reviews and 81,273 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. 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 #5 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 74,271 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 66,546 positive reviews and 7,725 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 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 1286830 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 20,361 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,496 positive reviews and 3,865 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 |
7. Aimlabs
Aimlabs is the aim trainer of choice for over 45 Million players, from beginners to esports pros. Our unique aim analysis optimizes your gameplay, targets your weaknesses & builds key skills for any FPS game! Time to warm up with our unlimited scenarios & rank up in-game!
Aimlabs has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 135,586 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 123,661 positive reviews and 11,925 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 Aimlabs on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 6/16/2023 |
| Developer | State Space Labs, Inc. |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 714010 |
8. Persona5: The Phantom X
“We’re the Phantom Thieves, and we’re here to steal your heart!” The beloved RPG series with over 27 million copies sold finally arrives on PC and mobile!
Persona5: The Phantom X has achieved a Player Score of 51, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,918 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,548 positive reviews and 6,370 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Persona5: The Phantom X on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 80,892 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 70,022 positive reviews and 10,870 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 |
10. skate.
Experience improved Flick-It controls, the rich physics based skateboarding gameplay that provides those “only in skate.™“ moments and off-board exploration for full freedom in the online multiplayer world of San Vansterdam.
skate. has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 86,429 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 59,895 positive reviews and 26,534 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 skate. on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/16/2025 |
| Franchise | Electronic Arts |
| Developer | Full Circle |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts |
| Steam App Id | 3354750 |
More Free Controller Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Controller games available on Steam.
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| 68,091 | 8/10/2023 | 31 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 31,273 | 12/4/2024 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 16,691 | 9/29/2021 | 51 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 13,007 | 10/17/2017 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,761 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,211 | 3/13/2025 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,457 | 6/16/2023 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,035 | 6/26/2025 | 51 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,653 | 10/3/2021 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,308 | 9/16/2025 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,132 | 8/22/2023 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,128 | 7/28/2021 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,982 | 8/20/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,850 | 6/4/2026 | 38 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,512 | 2/2/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,278 | 4/4/2018 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,186 | 9/10/2025 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,149 | 4/21/2023 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,119 | 9/23/2024 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,086 | 8/2/2022 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 18). Overwatch® on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 23). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 23). eFootball™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 23). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 23). STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 23). Blood Strike on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 23). Aimlabs on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 18). Persona5: The Phantom X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 20). Goose Goose Duck on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 22). skate. on Steam. Steam Store.