Best Controller games on Steam
Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated controller games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free controller games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Tower! Simulator 3
Immerse yourself in an ultra-realistic environment that brings the challenges of air traffic control right to your fingertips. With brand-new lighting system, intuitive 2D graphical user interface (GUI), improved voice recognition, 9 airports included, Tower! Sim 3 sets a new gold standard.
CRISIS CORE –FINAL FANTASY VII– REUNION
CRISIS CORE -FINAL FANTASY VII- REUNION is a remaster of CRISIS CORE featuring updated graphics, combat systems and soundtrack. Follow the tale of SOLDIER operative Zack Fair, as he discovers the secrets of Shinra's dark experiments.
The Forest Quartet
The Forest Quartet is a puzzle adventure about a gone, but not forgotten, lead singer. Play her spirit and travel through 3 acts unique to the members of her band for a final farewell concert. Face their emotions, solve puzzles and fight the corruption plaguing their souls.
Divine Knockout (DKO)
KO the gods in the world’s only 3rd-person platform fighter! Become a small-but-mighty god of myth, brawl in all three dimensions, and knock your friends off the map to reign supreme.
Burnhouse Lane
Burnhouse Lane tells a story of Angie Weather, a one foot in the grave agency nurse attempting to complete five impossible tasks in order to win her life back. Solve puzzles, make friends and enemies, run, hide and fight in this dark adventure that'll take you on a trip to another world and back...
Need for Speed™ Unbound
Race to the top, definitely don’t flop. Outsmart the cops, and enter weekly qualifiers for The Grand: the ultimate street race. Pack your garage with precision-tuned, custom rides, and light up the streets with your style.
Rush Rally 3
Indie smash hit Rush Rally 3 is a Simulation-style rally driving game created by just one person. Take on the challenge of rallies, rallycross and hill climbs, across 11 countries, with over 20 different cars. All of which can all be upgraded, tuned and customised to your liking.
Gungrave G.O.R.E
Gungrave G.O.R.E is a stylish third-person action shooter by South-Korean Studio IGGYMOB in which you take on the role of Grave, a gunslinger of resurrection and badass anti-hero of your dreams, mowing down tons of enemies in a gory ballet of bullets.
Cardfight!! Vanguard Dear Days
The ultimate digital Vanguard experience that includes an original story set in the world of overDress! Compete with players worldwide with "Ranked Fight," play solo casually with "CPU Fight," and enjoy the game and experience the world of Vanguard at your own pace via many other fight modes.
Pentiment
Step into a living illustrated world in a time when Europe is at a crossroads of great religious and political change. Walk in the footsteps of Andreas Maler, a master artist who finds himself in the middle of murders, scandals, and intrigue in the Bavarian Alps.
Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration
Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration takes players on an interactive journey through 50 years of video games via interviews with designers, developers and industry leaders, documentary footage, product design documents, high-res original artwork, and a curated list of more than 90 playable games.
Shadows Over Loathing
Shadows over Loathing — a slapstick-figure comedy adventure-RPG full of mobsters, monsters, and mysteries.
Soulstone Survivors
Face the Lords of the Void and their endless minions, collect their Soulstones and become a god! In this Action Roguelite, unveil secret spells, craft mighty weapons, unlock multiple characters, discover game-breaking synergies and conquer the power of the void.
HerrAnwalt: Lawyers Legacy
You’re a Lawyer who tries to save students from a crazy headmaster. You need to survive a variety of school lessons and fight the different teachers
From Space
From Space is a solo and co-op action-shooter for squads up to four players. Take on the challenge of liberating the earth from an alien infestation with your friends, using over-the-top weaponry in a post-apocalyptic world with awesomely stylized graphics. The apocalypse has never been so much fun!
Ghost Song
On the desolate moon of Lorian, a long-dormant Deadsuit awakens from slumber. Journey beneath the surface on an atmospheric 2D adventure of self-discovery, ancient mysteries, and cosmic terror. Explore winding caverns and acquire new abilities to unearth this alien world’s long-buried secrets.
Horse Tales: Emerald Valley Ranch
Set off on a captivating horseback adventure and discover the mysteries of Emerald Valley!
Barji Kart
Race head-to-head against up to 9 friends in BarjiKart! Choose from different Items to aid you in finishing 1st place!
Sackboy™: A Big Adventure
PERFECTLY CRAFTED FOR PC. PlayStation® icon Sackboy bursts into action on PC in a huge 3D multiplayer platforming adventure. An epic journey stuffed with platforming challenges. Deeply immersive controls. Collaborative, chaotic and joyful multiplayer fun.
RealFlight Evolution
RealFlight® is the industry-leading flight simulator for radio-controlled airplanes, helicopters, and drones. Fly more than 300 hyper-realistic vehicles in an immense, open world right from your desktop. This RC classic is a must-have tool for flight enthusiasts of all skill levels!Most played controller games on Steam
Take a look at the top controller games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of May 03rd 2025.
1. DSX
DSX is an easy-to-use software that connects DualSense, DualSense Edge, and DualShock 4 controllers to your PC. It unlocks advanced features like adaptive triggers and haptic feedback for a more immersive gaming experience. Allowing support for games that don't support Playstation Controllers. DSX is a simulation, indie and controller game developed and published by Paliverse. Released on June 24th 2022 has received 5,167 reviews of which 3,513 were positive and 1,654 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played controller game, thanks to its 6,109 peak concurrent players over the last day.
6.7
3,513
1,654
6,109
players
2. Asphalt Legends Unite
Spark your competitive soul with Asphalt Legends UNITE and feel the collective heartbeat of the road! Join forces with other players to speed through intense arcade races, perform jaw-dropping stunts, and charge towards victory while driving the finest hypercars! Asphalt Legends Unite is a racing, free to play and multiplayer game developed and published by Gameloft. Released on August 02nd 2022 has received 13,149 reviews of which 10,712 were positive and 2,437 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. While seeing 934 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among controller games based on player count.
8.0
10,712
2,437
934
players
3. Undisputed
Become Undisputed in the most authentic boxing game to date! Featuring true to life visuals, bone-jarring action, and more licensed boxers than ever before, Undisputed gives you unprecedented control to master every inch of the ring. Undisputed is a 3d fighter, third person and 3d game developed by Steel City Interactive and published by Deep Silver. Released on October 08th 2024 has received 19,061 reviews of which 12,058 were positive and 7,003 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. While seeing 726 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among controller games based on player count.
6.3
12,058
7,003
726
players
4. MLB Rivals
Take your rivalries to the next level in MLB RIVALS! MLB Rivals is a sports, free to play and baseball game developed and published by Com2uS. Released on March 17th 2025 has received 529 reviews of which 403 were positive and 126 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. With 426 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played controller games.
7.2
403
126
426
players
5. Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven
In this non-linear RPG, rule and expand the Empire of Varennes across multiple generations. Discover a vast array of story experiences as you fight the Seven Heroes in an epic battle that plays out over thousands of years. Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is a jrpg, tactical rpg and party-based rpg game developed by Square Enix and xeen Inc. and published by Square Enix. Released on October 24th 2024 has received 3,685 reviews of which 3,479 were positive and 206 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. With 311 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played controller games.
9.1
3,479
206
311
players
6. Tokyo Xtreme Racer
"Tokyo Xtreme Racer" is a racing game set in a blocked-off future Tokyo, where players aim to be the fastest by driving their best cars on the highways that weave through the city. Tokyo Xtreme Racer is a racing, driving and 3d game developed and published by Genki Co. and Ltd.. Released on January 22nd 2025 has received 10,842 reviews of which 10,317 were positive and 525 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. With 309 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played controller games.
9.2
10,317
525
309
players
7. Need for Speed™ Payback
Set in the underworld of Fortune Valley, you and your crew were divided by betrayal and reunited by revenge to take down The House, a nefarious cartel that rules the city’s casinos, criminals and cops. In this corrupt gambler’s paradise, the stakes are high and The House always wins. Need for Speed™ Payback is a racing, open world and multiplayer game developed by Ghost Games and published by Electronic Arts. Released on June 18th 2020 has received 28,787 reviews of which 24,657 were positive and 4,130 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. With 292 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played controller games.
8.4
24,657
4,130
292
players
8. Cassette Beasts
Collect awesome monsters to use during turn-based battles in this open-world RPG, now with online multiplayer mode. Combine any two monster forms using Cassette Beasts’ Fusion System to create unique and powerful new ones! Cassette Beasts is a controller, comedy and creature collector game developed by Bytten Studio and published by Raw Fury. Released on April 26th 2023 has received 9,091 reviews of which 8,641 were positive and 450 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. With 262 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played controller games.
9.2
8,641
450
262
players
9. Cricket 24
Cricket 24 is the culmination of a decade of Cricket video game development and includes teams from every corner of the globe. Cricket 24 is a sports, controller and 3d game developed by Big Ant Studios and published by Nacon. Released on October 04th 2023 has received 1,847 reviews of which 1,453 were positive and 394 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. With 257 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played controller games.
7.6
1,453
394
257
players
10. Controller Companion
Navigate your PC desktop with a controller! Put mouse, media and keyboard control in the palms of your hands so you'll never have to leave the couch again! Controller Companion is a utilities, controller and software game developed and published by Koga Tech Limited. Released on May 04th 2015 has received 2,579 reviews of which 2,332 were positive and 247 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. With 113 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played controller games.
8.7
2,332
247
113
players
Best deals on controller games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of controller games available on Steam right now, updated on May 03rd 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted controller games.
1. The Legend of Tianding
The Legend of Tianding is a sidescrolling action game about Liao Tianding, the legendary Taiwanese Folk Hero. Explore the dazzling streets of Colonial Japanese Taiwan in the early 20th century. The Legend of Tianding is a adventure, controller and rpg game developed by Creative Games Computer Graphics Corporation and Neon Doctrine and published by Neon Doctrine. Released on November 01st 2021 has received 3,915 reviews of which 3,700 were positive and 215 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Featuring a massive 93% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for controller category.
9.1
3,700
215
-93%
19.86€
1.39€
2. SPRAWL
SPRAWL is a hardcore retro FPS set in an endless cyberpunk megalopolis. Escape the walled city and take on the militarized government of the sprawl. Fueled by the blood of your enemies and a mysterious voice in your head, make your way towards the spire to topple whatever lays within. SPRAWL is a controller, sci-fi and combat game developed by MAETH and published by Rogue Games and Inc.. Released on August 23rd 2023 has received 1,966 reviews of which 1,725 were positive and 241 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 93% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in controller games.
8.4
1,725
241
-93%
15.14€
1.06€
3. Cassette Beasts
Collect awesome monsters to use during turn-based battles in this open-world RPG, now with online multiplayer mode. Combine any two monster forms using Cassette Beasts’ Fusion System to create unique and powerful new ones! Cassette Beasts is a controller, comedy and creature collector game developed by Bytten Studio and published by Raw Fury. Released on April 26th 2023 has received 9,091 reviews of which 8,641 were positive and 450 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 85% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in controller games.
9.2
8,641
450
-85%
19.93€
2.99€
4. Danger Scavenger
Danger Scavenger is fast-paced action, cyberpunk-themed, roguelite skyline crawler. Blow up, cut, shoot enemy robots on the roofs of skyscrapers. Choose your way to higher levels, loot, buy stuff, upgrade yourself, fight against greedy corporations, be a rebel! Danger Scavenger is a shoot 'em up, controller and action roguelike game developed by Piotr Wolk and Star Drifters and published by Star Drifters and Doyoyo Games. Released on March 25th 2021 has received 488 reviews of which 356 were positive and 132 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 80% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for controller games.
6.9
356
132
-80%
4.99€
0.99€
5. Brothers - A Tale of Two Sons
Guide two brothers on an epic fairy tale journey from visionary Swedish film director, Josef Fares and top-tier developer Starbreeze Studios. Control both brothers at once as you experience co-op play in single player mode, like never before. Brothers - A Tale of Two Sons is a adventure, atmospheric and story rich game developed by Starbreeze Studios AB and published by 505 Games. Released on September 03rd 2013 has received 40,926 reviews of which 38,655 were positive and 2,271 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 75% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for controller games.
9.3
38,655
2,271
-75%
14.99€
3.74€
6. Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania
Go Bananas with your favorite monkey gang in the ultimate Super Monkey Ball adventure! Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania is a action, colorful and platformer game developed by Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio and published by SEGA. Released on October 04th 2021 has received 1,452 reviews of which 1,214 were positive and 238 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 75% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for controller games.
8.0
1,214
238
-75%
29.99€
7.49€
7. Need for Speed™ Payback
Set in the underworld of Fortune Valley, you and your crew were divided by betrayal and reunited by revenge to take down The House, a nefarious cartel that rules the city’s casinos, criminals and cops. In this corrupt gambler’s paradise, the stakes are high and The House always wins. Need for Speed™ Payback is a racing, open world and multiplayer game developed by Ghost Games and published by Electronic Arts. Released on June 18th 2020 has received 28,787 reviews of which 24,657 were positive and 4,130 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 74% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for controller games.
8.4
24,657
4,130
-74%
29.99€
7.79€
8. Legend Bowl
Legend Bowl is a throwback to the classic 8-bit and 16-bit football games of the past. Take to the gridiron and fight your way to becoming a football legend! Enjoy sim-style gameplay, realistic weather, detailed stats, franchise mode, tournament mode, fully customizable rosters, and much much more! Legend Bowl is a sports, football (american) and controller game developed and published by Super Pixel Games. Released on September 02nd 2021 has received 885 reviews of which 779 were positive and 106 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 72% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for controller games.
8.3
779
106
-72%
21.32€
5.97€
9. Bulwark Evolution: Falconeer Chronicles
Bulwark: Evolution mixes elements of a chill builder with grand strategy and exploration elements. It's a genre bending experimental game that can be both a peaceful building experience or a total conquest with airships, warbirds and fortresses. It's up to the player to decide. Bulwark Evolution: Falconeer Chronicles is a city builder, combat and minimalist game developed by Tomas Sala and published by Wired Productions. Released on March 26th 2024 has received 1,128 reviews of which 956 were positive and 172 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 55% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for controller games.
8.1
956
172
-55%
19.50€
8.77€
10. Undisputed
Become Undisputed in the most authentic boxing game to date! Featuring true to life visuals, bone-jarring action, and more licensed boxers than ever before, Undisputed gives you unprecedented control to master every inch of the ring. Undisputed is a 3d fighter, third person and 3d game developed by Steel City Interactive and published by Deep Silver. Released on October 08th 2024 has received 19,061 reviews of which 12,058 were positive and 7,003 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a 46% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for controller games.
6.3
12,058
7,003
-46%
49.91€
26.95€
Free controller games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play controller games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on May 03rd 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play controller games.
1. Asphalt Legends Unite
Spark your competitive soul with Asphalt Legends UNITE and feel the collective heartbeat of the road! Join forces with other players to speed through intense arcade races, perform jaw-dropping stunts, and charge towards victory while driving the finest hypercars! Asphalt Legends Unite is a racing, free to play and multiplayer game developed and published by Gameloft. Released on August 02nd 2022 has received 13,149 reviews of which 10,712 were positive and 2,437 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. With 934 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free controller games on Steam.
8.0
10,712
2,437
934
players
2. MLB Rivals
Take your rivalries to the next level in MLB RIVALS! MLB Rivals is a sports, free to play and baseball game developed and published by Com2uS. Released on March 17th 2025 has received 529 reviews of which 403 were positive and 126 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 426, this controller game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free controller games on Steam.
7.2
403
126
426
players
3. Torque Drift
Build your car, earn sponsors, and compete in online multiplayer drift battles! Torque Drift is a free to play, racing and multiplayer game developed and published by Grease Monkey Games. Released on April 20th 2021 has received 12,031 reviews of which 9,184 were positive and 2,847 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free controller games on Steam.
7.5
9,184
2,847
93
players
4. Crashphalt
Pound your way to victory in this 4-player competitive platformer. Create massive shockwaves in the terrain to bounce your enemies off the stage while trying to avoid being sent flying yourself. Crashphalt is a indie, platformer and local multiplayer game developed and published by Cold Pressed Games. Released on October 11th 2018 has received 366 reviews of which 345 were positive and 21 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free controller games on Steam.
8.7
345
21
24
players
5. Hamster Playground
Prepare for cuteness overload, relentless training, and fierce rivalry as you and your hamsters take on challenges while traversing the maze and riding a skateboard, with more modes coming soon! Be the first to cross the finish line to earn rewards and yummy treats! Hamster Playground is a character customization, cute and controller game developed by Mass Creation and published by We Dig Games. Released on July 11th 2024 has received 2,101 reviews of which 1,807 were positive and 294 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free controller games on Steam.
8.2
1,807
294
14
players
6. I MAED A GAM3 W1TH Z0MB1ES 1N IT!!!1
A top down twin stick zombie slaying shooter that you are sure to play again and again! I MAED A GAM3 W1TH Z0MB1ES 1N IT!!!1 is a zombies, twin stick shooter and top-down shooter game developed by Ska Studios and OMNIViOLET and published by Ska Studios. Released on November 11th 2021 has received 1,653 reviews of which 1,618 were positive and 35 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played free controller games on Steam.
9.3
1,618
35
7. Micro Platformer
A minimalistic platformer with a 1x1 tileset. No enemies, no bullets, no lasers. Just sheer platforming. Micro Platformer is a precision platformer, difficult and minimalist game developed and published by Daveyyy. Released on April 21st 2020 has received 1,702 reviews of which 1,647 were positive and 55 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free controller games on Steam.
9.2
1,647
55
8. Divine Knockout (DKO)
KO the gods in the world’s only 3rd-person platform fighter! Become a small-but-mighty god of myth, brawl in all three dimensions, and knock your friends off the map to reign supreme. Divine Knockout (DKO) is a action, 3d fighter and multiplayer game developed by Red Beard Games and published by Hi-Rez Studios. Released on December 06th 2022 has received 6,643 reviews of which 4,446 were positive and 2,197 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free controller games on Steam.
6.6
4,446
2,197