Free Controller Games on Steam
Steam currently has 11,351 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 8/28/2025.
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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 61. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 135,419 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 82,692 positive reviews and 52,727 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 25, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 351,530 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 86,707 positive reviews and 264,823 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. eFootball™
Step up and experience the exhilarating soccer game that has now surpassed 850 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 49, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 96,720 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 47,099 positive reviews and 49,621 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 390,692 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 317,168 positive reviews and 73,524 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. Mecha BREAK
Squad up in Mecha BREAK, a multiplayer third-person shooter offering three intense game modes filled with ground and aerial combat. Pilot your Striker into the breach and neutralize enemies. Are you ready for the ultimate showdown?
Mecha BREAK has achieved a Player Score of 59, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,921 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,283 positive reviews and 9,638 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 | 7/2/2025 |
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| Steam App Id | 2452280 |
6. 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 #6 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 74,436 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 64,491 positive reviews and 9,945 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 |
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 44, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,737 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,709 positive reviews and 6,028 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. 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 66, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,190 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,143 positive reviews and 1,047 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 |
9. 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 78, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,630 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,481 positive reviews and 2,149 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 69,598 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 62,326 positive reviews and 7,272 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 |
More Free Controller Games
Explore even more rankings for the 100 best free Controller games available on Steam.
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| 120,453 | 12/4/2024 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 24,463 | 8/10/2023 | 25 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 14,913 | 9/30/2021 | 49 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 5,597 | 10/17/2017 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4,214 | 7/2/2025 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,923 | 10/3/2021 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,839 | 6/26/2025 | 44 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,599 | 9/23/2024 | 66 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,576 | 3/13/2025 | 78 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2,192 | 7/21/2020 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,712 | 7/28/2021 | 63 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,537 | 8/10/2022 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,135 | 8/2/2022 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1,012 | 4/4/2018 | 59 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 858 | 2/2/2023 | 76 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 806 | 4/21/2023 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 684 | 10/23/2024 | 72 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 611 | 4/12/2023 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 459 | 3/18/2025 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 437 | 5/8/2018 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 28). Delta Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 27). Overwatch® 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 28). eFootball™ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 27). Brawlhalla on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 28). Mecha BREAK on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 27). Goose Goose Duck on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 27). Persona5: The Phantom X on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 28). ONE PIECE Bounty Rush on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 23). Blood Strike on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, August 27). STAR WARS™: The Old Republic™ on Steam. Steam Store.