Free Controller Games on Steam
Steam currently has 9,956 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 3/27/2025.
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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 65. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 94,324 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 62,162 positive reviews and 32,162 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 |
| Developer | Team Jade |
| 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 24, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 335,091 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 77,213 positive reviews and 257,878 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. 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 #3 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 383,100 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 312,881 positive reviews and 70,219 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 |
4. 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 #4 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 88,893 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 41,693 positive reviews and 47,200 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. 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 23,905 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,054 positive reviews and 8,851 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. 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 66,234 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 59,344 positive reviews and 6,890 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. Mini Royale
Brace yourself for an action-packed shooter experience in Mini Royale! Battle as green army toy soldiers in a massive kids' bedroom, fighting for survival in modes like Battle Royale, Deathmatch, and more—where only the strongest players or teams claim victory.
Mini Royale has achieved a Player Score of 0, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 0 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 0 positive reviews and 0 negative reviews — making it "No user reviews" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 3/27/2025 |
| Developer | IndigoBlue |
| Publisher | IndigoBlue |
| Steam App Id | 1657090 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 71,183 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 61,730 positive reviews and 9,453 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 |
9. 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 #9 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 25,798 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,549 positive reviews and 10,249 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 |
| Franchise | MY.GAMES |
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| Steam App Id | 767560 |
10. Trackmania
Welcome to the Club! Grab the wheel and play Trackmania® for FREE now.
Trackmania has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,021 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,517 positive reviews and 3,504 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).
More Free Controller Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Controller games available on Steam.
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| 26,725 | 12/4/2024 | 65 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 25,480 | 8/10/2023 | 24 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 12,207 | 10/17/2017 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 10,164 | 9/30/2021 | 47 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,307 | 7/28/2021 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,170 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3,184 | 3/27/2025 | ??? | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,555 | 10/3/2021 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,324 | 4/4/2018 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,314 | 2/2/2023 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,296 | 8/10/2022 | 83 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,152 | 5/8/2018 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 994 | 8/2/2022 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 950 | 4/21/2023 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 915 | 3/4/2025 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 792 | 9/1/2022 | 57 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 538 | 9/14/2021 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 525 | 11/2/2011 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 513 | 3/27/2025 | 64 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 396 | 7/19/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 27). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 23). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 27). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 25). eFootball™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 27). GrandChase on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 27). STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 27). Mini Royale on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 20). Goose Goose Duck on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 25). War Robots on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 22). Trackmania on Steam. Steam Store.