Steam currently has 7,802Controller games available to download and play. Explore our list of the best freegames ranked by popularity and ratings. Data for this list is calculatedfrom reviews and player counts reported directly by Steam and will be updatedin real-time. Free Controller game rankings were last updated on 7/15/2024.
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1.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 holds the #1 spot for "best free Controller game on Steam" with a Player Score of 82. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 367,599 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 302,475 positive reviews and 65,124 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 |
2.Tapple - Idle Clicker
Welcome to Tapple, the addictive clicker game where your tapping skills can lead you to an unimaginable amount of Tapples! Upgrade your clicking power, automate your income, and unlock exciting new levels. Start your journey with a single click and watch your Tapple Empire grow.
Tapple - Idle Clicker has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #2 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 278 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 202 positive reviews and 76 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 6/29/2024 |
| Developer | Zeeno |
| Publisher | L7 Software |
| Steam App Id | 3047030 |
3.eFootball™ 2024
The classic action soccer game with the most up-to-date data! Enjoy the fever pitch of ""real soccer"" in eFootball™ 2024!
eFootball™ 2024 has achieved a Player Score of 44, placing it in the #3 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 76,706 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 33,624 positive reviews and 43,082 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™ 2024 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 9/30/2021 |
| Franchise | KONAMI |
| Developers | Konami Digital Entertainment, KONAMI |
| Publishers | Konami Digital Entertainment, KONAMI |
| Steam App Id | 1665460 |
4.Paladins®
Paladins is the ultimate fantasy team-based shooter experience, with over 50 customizable Champions fighting in 5v5 action across a diverse Realm of modes and maps!
Paladins® has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #4 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 344,724 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 293,084 positive reviews and 51,640 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 Paladins® on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 5/8/2018 |
| Developer | Evil Mojo Games |
| Publisher | Hi-Rez Studios |
| Steam App Id | 444090 |
5.Goose Goose Duck
Time to be a Silly Goose! Immerse yourself in the various environments of the Birdverse of Goose Goose Duck. A game of social deduction where you and your fellow geese must work together to complete your mission. Watch out for those malicious Mallards and other birds!
Goose Goose Duck has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #5 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 63,960 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 55,757 positive reviews and 8,203 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 |
6.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 60, placing it in the #6 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,507 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,606 positive reviews and 8,901 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).
| Release Date | 7/28/2021 |
| Developer | KOG |
| Publisher | KOG |
| Steam App Id | 985810 |
7.Combat Master: Season 1
Join fast-paced action-packed combat. Play Combat Master -- AAA experience on any hardware. Best-in-class multiplayer gunfight. Next-level extreme performance. Lightning-speed loading time and a whole lot more.
Combat Master: Season 1 has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #7 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 32,342 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,430 positive reviews and 3,912 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 4/21/2023 |
| Developer | Alfa Bravo Inc |
| Publisher | Alfa Bravo Inc |
| Steam App Id | 2281730 |
8.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 61, placing it in the #8 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,799 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,017 positive reviews and 8,782 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 |
| Developers | Pixonic, MY.GAMES HOLDINGS LTD |
| Publishers | Pixonic, MY.GAMES HOLDINGS LTD |
| Steam App Id | 767560 |
9.Lost Light
Join the "Firefly" task force and unveil the sinister plot behind the exclusion zone in the world of Lost Light. You could either scavenge for supplies or go out with guns blazing and plunder. Survive the brutal domain where danger lurks in every corner!
Lost Light has achieved a Player Score of 56, placing it in the #9 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,331 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,954 positive reviews and 9,377 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 Lost Light on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 9/1/2022 |
| Developer | NetEase Games |
| Publisher | NetEase Games |
| Steam App Id | 1797880 |
10.ヘブンバーンズレッド
Key 麻枝 准が描く、最後の希望を託された少女たちの物語『ヘブンバーンズレッド （ヘブバン）』 フィールドを駆け回り、かけがえのない日常を体験しながら、命を賭した戦いに挑むドラマチックRPG！
ヘブンバーンズレッド has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #10 spot for the best free Controller games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,758 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,271 positive reviews and 487 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 ヘブンバーンズレッド on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 8/10/2022 |
| Developers | WFS, Inc., VisualArts/Key |
| Publisher | WFS, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 1973710 |
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Brawlhalla | 12,865 | 10/17/2017 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
Tapple - Idle Clicker | 9,891 | 6/29/2024 | 69 | Free | Steam Charts | |
eFootball™ 2024 | 8,444 | 9/30/2021 | 44 | Free | Steam Charts | |
Paladins® | 4,276 | 5/8/2018 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
Goose Goose Duck | 2,482 | 10/3/2021 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
GrandChase | 2,112 | 7/28/2021 | 60 | Free | Steam Charts | |
Combat Master: Season 1 | 1,427 | 4/21/2023 | 86 | Free | Steam Charts | |
War Robots | 1,384 | 4/4/2018 | 61 | Free | Steam Charts | |
Lost Light | 1,296 | 9/1/2022 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts | |
ヘブンバーンズレッド | 1,089 | 8/10/2022 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
Trackmania | 970 | 2/2/2023 | 74 | Free | Steam Charts | |
Slapshot: Rebound | 511 | 4/11/2024 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
Asphalt 9: Legends | 483 | 8/2/2022 | 80 | Free | Steam Charts | |
RetroArch | 475 | 9/14/2021 | 87 | Free | Steam Charts | |
Rogue Company | 470 | 7/20/2021 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
Deceit 2 | 465 | 9/14/2023 | 58 | Free | Steam Charts | |
DC Universe™ Online | 422 | 11/2/2011 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
Battle Crush | 376 | 6/27/2024 | 48 | Free | Steam Charts | |
Bless Unleashed | 334 | 8/6/2021 | 52 | Free | Steam Charts | |
Sneak Out | 297 | 6/6/2024 | 56 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 10). Goose Goose Duck on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, July 15). GrandChase on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, June 1). Combat Master: Season 1 on Steam. Steam Store.
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