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Valve Uploads Steam Controller Unboxing Video, Launch Imminent?
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I still hold firm that the first steam controller is GOATed and it only failed because the world wasn't ready for it yet.
Mostly yes, but it wasn't flawless. Those trackpads are quite loud (compared to the Deck), the ABXY buttons are a bit too small and awkwardly placed, and there are just many times that I want a second thumbstick. Also it lacks touch-to-engage for the gyro but that's a newer invention.
I think the most impressive innovation came from pairing it with Steam Input. That system is still wildly underappreciated; it's what lets you turn the trackpads into things like custom radial menus.
It also failed because they had to stop producing it due to some patent troll.
I still have mine and I agree. Though I do like the changes on this new one to more mirror the steamdeck.
I wish I could get an original one, but the new one being in line with the deck is great because the deck is ergonomic as duck!
You can get them for pretty reasonable prices on eBay. I got mine last year for like $60
I agree, although I believe it was:
60% society not ready for the awesome
40% people with small hands
100% reason to remember the name.
But also:
I use mine every day. Also, it never failed.
What do you use it for? The only game I found that worked really well was Metroid Prime (after a ton of tweaking)
Every controller game, and select mouse ones. It's especially good at FPS games over a normal controller thanks to it's gyro.