Free Controller Games on Steam
Steam currently has 13,302 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 3/12/2026.
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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 29. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 388,472 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 112,263 positive reviews and 276,209 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 176,151 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 102,907 positive reviews and 73,244 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 950 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 #3 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 106,417 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 53,342 positive reviews and 53,075 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 80, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 402,402 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 324,172 positive reviews and 78,230 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. 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 80, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,362 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,095 positive reviews and 3,267 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 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 72,378 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 64,824 positive reviews and 7,554 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 |
7. 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 50, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,420 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,209 positive reviews and 6,211 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).
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 81,875 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 56,825 positive reviews and 25,050 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 |
9. DRAGON BALL GEKISHIN SQUADRA
DRAGON BALL GEKISHIN SQUADRA is Dragon Ball's first team-oriented free to play game.
DRAGON BALL GEKISHIN SQUADRA has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,321 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,076 positive reviews and 3,245 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play DRAGON BALL GEKISHIN SQUADRA on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/10/2025 |
| Franchise | Bandai Namco Entertainment |
| Developer | GANBARION Co., Ltd. |
| Publisher | BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 2072560 |
10. 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 64, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 25,378 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,464 positive reviews and 8,914 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).
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| 68,544 | 8/10/2023 | 29 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 33,086 | 12/4/2024 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 15,341 | 9/30/2021 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,883 | 10/17/2017 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,905 | 3/13/2025 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,221 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,586 | 6/26/2025 | 50 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,031 | 9/16/2025 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,827 | 9/10/2025 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,801 | 7/28/2021 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,294 | 10/3/2021 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,743 | 8/20/2024 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,644 | 8/22/2023 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,438 | 2/2/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,252 | 4/4/2018 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,245 | 9/23/2024 | 67 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,041 | 5/8/2018 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 938 | 4/21/2023 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 878 | 8/2/2022 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 810 | 8/10/2022 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 12). Overwatch® on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 19). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 10). eFootball™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 19). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 18). Blood Strike on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 19). STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 15). Persona5: The Phantom X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 19). skate. on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 18). DRAGON BALL GEKISHIN SQUADRA on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 19). GrandChase on Steam. Steam Store.