Discounted 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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You Suck at Parking® - Complete Edition
You Suck at Parking® is the only racing game where your goal is to stop and parking your ride is more important than your driving skills. It’s a hot race against the clock as you drift, cruise, and go airborne over 250 frustratingly fun, wild levels.
Jack Move
Jack Move is a JRPG that features a unique blend of gritty cyberpunk story telling, turn based battles and beautiful modern pixel art. Take on the role of Noa, a vigilante hacker who is thrust into a world of murder, kidnapping and dark research after her father goes missing.
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R
Hirohiko Araki's masterpiece, brought to life as a fighting game! Battle with 50 colorful characters, wielding Stands, Hamon, and more! See how characters who could never meet in the story interact when they come face to face!
Train Life: A Railway Simulator
For the first time in railroad simulation, play as both the driver and company director! Take the controls of your locomotives and grow your railway empire by negotiating deals and developing your network.
Way of the Hunter
Become the new owner of a hunting lodge nestled among gorgeous habitats and rich animal populations. Explore vast open world environments and hunt with a premium selection of firearms. Enjoy the perfect hunt on your own or with friends in co-op.
Cult of the Lamb
Start your own cult in a land of false prophets, venturing out into diverse and mysterious regions to build a loyal community of woodland Followers and spread your Word to become the one true cult.
PlateUp!
Cook and serve your dishes, design and decorate your restaurants, and expand your culinary kingdom with new unlocks, abilities and dishes in procedurally-generated locations. Classic cooking action with permanent roguelite progression. Hire your friends - or do it all yourself!
Koumajou Remilia: Scarlet Symphony
「Koumajou Remilia: Scarlet Symphony」 is an action side-scroller based on the world-famous 「Touhou Project」. The legendary 2009 title comes back with modern upgrades including HD remastered graphics and a number of bonus content, ready to give fans more convenient and pleasant gameplay experience.
Hell Pie
Hell Pie is an obscene 3D platformer that takes bad taste to the next level! Hell Pie sees you grab the horns of Nate, the ‘Demon of Bad Taste’. He is given the honorable task of gathering the disgusting ingredients for Satan’s infamous birthday pie!
MX vs ATV Legends
Race your way to victory on bikes, ATVs and UTVs in MX vs ATV Legends! Featuring massive new open environments, plus a career mode that lets you experience all the risks and rewards of becoming a world-famous professional rider. Become an off-road racing legend in your own right! Your time is now!
Little Noah: Scion of Paradise
Join the genius alchemist Noah and her cat companion Zipper as they explore ancient ruins to uncover the secrets hidden within! Create unique teams and combos from 40+ recruitable allies in this casual but compelling game!
FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE
Cloud Strife, an ex-SOLDIER operative, descends on the mako-powered city of Midgar. The world of the timeless classic FINAL FANTASY VII is reborn, using cutting-edge graphics technology, a new battle system and an additional adventure featuring Yuffie Kisaragi.
Redout 2
The fastest racing game in the universe. Redout 2 is a tribute to classic arcade racing games and the sequel to the critically acclaimed Redout. Reach impossible speeds in exhilarating futuristic races across an extensive single-player campaign and competitive multiplayer.
Builder Simulator
Builder Simulator is the perfect game for those who want to build a house, from the ground up, one brick at a time. On easy, the game will guide and teach you by showing you full instruction, but on hard you will get no help - instead rely on your builder skills and make everything yourself.
Kao the Kangaroo
Inspired by the golden age of 3D Platformers, Kao The Kangaroo returns in a whole new adventure! Embark on an epic journey, master magical gloves, explore lush environments and take Kao through his most grand tale yet!
MY LITTLE PONY: A Maretime Bay Adventure
Sunny wants to bring the magic of Maretime Bay Day festival back to Equestria – but some pony is out to spoil her plans! Save the celebration by putting on fashion shows, rescuing cute animals, flying with Pegasi and more, with a helping hoof from your new MY LITTLE PONY friends.
Soda Crisis
Soda Crisis is a fast-paced side-scrolling shooter game. You play a mysterious character of unknown origin, equipped with advanced high-tech gears and fierce combating skills - definitely the chosen one for this rescue mission!
The Gunk
The Gunk is an action-adventure game in which you play as Rani, part of our duo of gritty space haulers. As they’re struggling to bring in funds, they chance upon an untouched planet brimming with life. They came in search of valuable resources, and it looks like they’ve hit the jackpot…
Dorfromantik
Dorfromantik is a peaceful building strategy and puzzle game where you create a beautiful and ever-growing village landscape by placing tiles. Explore a variety of colorful biomes, discover and unlock new tiles and complete quests to fill your world with life!
Samurai Bringer
Samurai Bringer is a roguelite action game with levels which change with every playthrough, where you cut down hordes of Samurai and Demons to collect combat techniques and polish your fighting style in order to defeat Yamata-no-Orochi, the eight-headed dragon of Japanese mythology.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 April 30th 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 5,771 peak concurrent players over the last day.
6.7
3,513
1,654
5,771
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 793 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
793
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 650 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
650
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 487 reviews of which 373 were positive and 114 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. With 418 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played controller games.
7.3
373
114
418
players
5. 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 266 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played controller games.
9.2
10,317
525
266
players
6. 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 236 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played controller games.
9.2
8,641
450
236
players
7. 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 200 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played controller games.
9.1
3,479
206
200
players
8. 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 180 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played controller games.
7.6
1,453
394
180
players
9. 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 161 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played controller games.
8.4
24,657
4,130
161
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. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played controller games.
8.7
2,332
247
99
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 April 30th 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 1,961 reviews of which 1,721 were positive and 240 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
1,721
240
-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. 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 80% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for controller games.
8.3
779
106
-80%
20.99€
4.19€
5. 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 #5 position in the best deals for controller games.
6.9
356
132
-80%
4.99€
0.99€
6. 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 #6 position in the best deals for controller games.
9.3
38,655
2,271
-75%
14.99€
3.74€
7. 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 #7 position in the best deals for controller games.
8.0
1,214
238
-75%
29.99€
7.49€
8. 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 #8 position in the best deals for controller games.
6.3
12,058
7,003
-46%
49.91€
26.95€
9. 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. Currently offered at a 30% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for controller games.
9.1
3,479
206
-30%
49.99€
34.99€
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 April 30th 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 793 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
793
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 487 reviews of which 373 were positive and 114 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 418, this controller game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free controller games on Steam.
7.3
373
114
418
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
72
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
16
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 2,098 reviews of which 1,805 were positive and 293 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
1,805
293
9
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 1,651 reviews of which 1,616 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
1,616
35
1
players
7. 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 #7 spot among the most played free controller games on Steam.
6.6
4,446
2,197
1
players
8. 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 #8 spot among the most played free controller games on Steam.
9.2
1,647
55