I've been WAITING for THIS!

[@NerdNest]

🎧Get your own PXN 308E Wireless gaming headset! bit.ly/3BEXuL5

[@X862go]

🙌Don't get my hopes ! I would love a new steam controller 🎮

[@hornantuutti5157]

Please stop calling deck a console mate. It is a pc.

[@AgagaSnsns]

@@hornantuutti5157 technically it's a PC, but for all intents and purposes it's a console. It has its own proprietary OS which is completely dedicated to running games and nothing else. That's no different than a PS5 or an Xbox. Actually, the deck is even more of a console than those two, since it doesn't have netflix, Amazon Prime or KZbin apps. The only difference is that it's jailbroken from the factory. If you want something that you can unambiguously call portable PC look at the Windows based steam deck competitors, those are 100% portable PCs.

[@NerdNest]

No, I don't think I will.

[@AltCutTV]

Portable Console 😺

[@Riiyan]

They should take the exact steamdeck controls and just put them in a controller, then release the new steam os for PC so I can leave windows.

[@markhaus]

Since the controller shape would put two trackpads next to each other I kind of want them to squish the two trackpads together into one larger one that can seperate out left and right touches

[@pizzadude007]

@@markhaus So essentially a Dualsense controller, since the touchpad on that can be used as two separate inputs on Steam

[@bland9876]

Until Windows can run Fortnite without Epic being able to do anything about it Windows will still have its place in gaming.

[@bland9876]

​@@pizzadude007That sounds really uncomfortable.

[@roqeyt3566]

​@@markhaus I'll take two seperate ones, but I can see why some would prefer your version I use mine to layer controls and layer d-pad inputs with menu opening+quick controls. It wouldn't work with just one

[@OmairArif]

"patent troll company". Just name and shame them, it was Corsair. Corsair through SCUF had an insanely broad patent on having inputs on the rear side of an input device, despite them not being the first to do so on a controller (they weren't even first to do it on a 360 controller, the modding community was). The lawsuit had nothing to do with Valve's specific implementation of the paddles, but rather their audacity to not pay Corsair a licensing fee to include them like Microsoft did for every Elite controller they sold. Valve eventually won an appeal on the lawsuit by proving prior art exists, which invalidated Corsair's patent. That's why the available options for controllers with rear paddles has exploded so much in recent years, Valve paved the way for it by not playing ball with Corsair.

[@Zephyn]

Oh nice, another reason for me to despise Corsair lol aside their ugly-ass peripherals and overpriced junk.

[@Subfightr]

Valve, always the hero we need!

[@digglerdiggler]

Valve saves the gaming space, again!

[@mgord9518]

Valve try not to be based challenge (impossible)

[@tlingitsoldier]

I wish more companies would create controllers with 4 back paddles/buttons. I've gotten so used to them with the Steam Deck and Elite controller that it's frustrating to only have 2 back paddles on most other controllers. Really hoping the new Steam controller mimics the Steam Deck controls.

[@CFWhitman]

I can picture it now: Next year, a new Steam Controller, Steam OS for general release (if not their own living room console), and a new Half-Life game. No wishful thinking involved at all, I swear!

[@NedStarrk007]

@@CFWhitman that would get me so into pc!!! All my friends have moved over but windows just always make me swear it off.

[@carlosbarreto4695]

Some people say that a Steam Controller 2 should be just the Steam Deck without the screen... I agree with that... _Partially._ I don't think the Steam Deck's controller is the final stage of controller evolution history. I think they should take the Steam Deck's controller as the _base_ and then work on it to make an even better controller. Features I would like to see being added: * Six face buttons (C and Z buttons added); * Dedicated *circular* D-pad; * One additional bumper button (L1 and R1 are big buttons, so it would be like they were divided in half); * 2 additional rear buttons; * Hall effect joysticks; * A connection at the base of the controller to attach an accessory mini keyboard for typing.

[@InvidiousIgnoramus]

Circular d-pads are terrible though.

[@extremepayne]

I would like the *option* to swap in a “soap dish” d pad, but it probably shouldn’t be the default. And just slapping more buttons everywhere haphazardly seems like a less refined solution than we already have, tbqh

[@pilcrow182]

I agree with everything here except the circular d-pad. I'd rather have a fairly robust quad-microswitch d-pad, in a + configuration. The kind of d-pad that prioritizes cardinal precision above all else, while intentional diagonals are "possible but need some practice" and accidental diagonals are nearly impossible. Despite its cheap pricepoint, I'd say the TrimUI Smart Pro has the best d-pad I've ever used, the PlayStation design that has remained basically unchanged since the beginning is my #2, and the GBA/DS/3DS one is probably my third pick. And the worst d-pads I've ever used have been the circular ones, especially the XBox 360 d-pad (which felt like it was trying and failing to be a third joystick instead of a d-pad).

[@nickentros]

A controller that is the steam deck without the deck in the middle would be great

[@サイバー狼]

Agree

[@ekinteko]

So you would have it designed like this: I O O I I + A I I j j I Big Left Trackpad = Big Space = Big Right TP Off-centre D-Pad = small space = Off-centre Action Buttons Tall Left Joystick = big space = Tall Right Joystick

[@サイバー狼]

@@ekinteko I would prefer if it was pretty much the steamdeck minus the screen.

[@ekinteko]

@@サイバー狼 But then it wouldn't be much like a controller-shape (eg Sony DS5) ...and it would be more long-rectangular and be somewhat compromised. The reason why the SteamDeck, as it is, works. It is because you need to accommodate for the fans, processor, and screen. It is a compromise. But also when saying this, the screen is also an input mode. That is why it works.

[@JoachimVampire]

@@ekinteko what's "controller shape"? The deck itself is super comfortable for me (except the screen that kills my eyes) so I wouldn't mind a longer controller either, as long as the shape is comfortable around the hands the overall length of the controller itself isn't important, you'll get used to it, specially if you find the steam deck's controller confirtable

[@donniedarko4497]

I have a steam controller that was gifted to me many years ago. Hardly used it, but just yesterday I saw it in an old box. Since I've been playing steam deck since Q1 launch, I can now appreciate what the steam controller brings to the table and I'm going to dig it out and game on it after work.

[@PietroPizzi]

Shut up and take my money !!! I take 2 o. 3 as soon as we can preorder them. I usually don't preorder anything, especially in the gaming industry, but Valve at this point has proven that their hardware is extremly good.

[@DragunBreath]

Really hope that they are making a new steam controller and that it uses the deck's layout. Been wanting one ever since I got my deck. It's the only modern control layout that I am able to easily play 2d games using the d-pad and 3d using the sticks due to their postions.

[@donniedarko4497]

@@DragunBreath this! The inline joystick design is where it's at.

[@ThisIsMyYouTubeAccount1]

@@DragunBreath it would be even cooler if they had magnetic, interchangeable dpads, trackpads, and thumbsticks, similar to the interchangeable button panel on the Razer Naga Trinity gaming mouse I have.

[@bpdcraft]

I don't think I can go back to fewer inputs than the Steam Deck itself for some games. There are times I dedicate a lot of time to my own Steam Input profile, and it would be great if all those grip and trackpad shortcuts worked while it was docked too.

[@Rhomagus]

I just need the trackpads to be a little bigger. I prefer the round shape and size of the original Steam Controller, but I can work with flat squares as long as they're bigger.

[@UsingGorillaLogic]

I hope they just make it have the same layout as the steamdeck itself I really prefer that layout

[@xpeterson]

I feel like there is a huge opportunity to include really good haptics and some form of resistance triggers like the PS5 controller, and simulate dual stage, 3 stage, or full scroll wheel action on the triggers

[@Chaphasilor]

I really hope Valve is cooking up some form of haptic triggers. Ideally resistance-based, but that might be hard to pull off with Sony's patents in place. Not only could they support PS5 console ports, they would enable a host of new Steam Input options. It would also be way more flexible than having physical buttons.

[@xpeterson]

@ yup, hair trigger to full analog gas pedal via software would be amazing

[@mattcy6591]

It will never happen but a cross between ps5 controller feedback triggers with a steam controller would be amazing

[@aeiounix]

Just as long as it has the symmetrical sticks. Hard to beat the Dualsense.

[@NathanaelRouillard]

@@aeiounix I personally prefer the offset layout of the Xbox controllers. I find them much more comfortable for the games I tend to play. YMMV of course, and I recognise that it's the opposite for lots of folks.

[@PinkgloRadio]

I love that after calling Roy the "bad guy" you pivot to protagonist for Dekkard cause he absolutely is not a good guy. I would also argue that Roy isn't a bad guy but it's all nuanced.

[@bcj842]

I was an early adopter of Steam Controller. It was the only controller I had for probably a year, before I got an XBOX controller… I got plenty of use out of it. It’s goofy but if you take the time to configure it just right, it works like a dream and becomes very intuitive.

[@Hexicus-x7v]

Woop Woop! Wanted this for so long. Still using my originals now.

[@SuperSikarlo]

I really really really hope they do a controller based off the steam deck

[@killingtime9283]

Definitely getting this if it comes out. 😀 Need that feature parity with the deck. 🙏

[@Ness_and_Sonic]

I hope they're fixing the fragile bumpers. The Steam Control was awesome other than that and I loved the circle track pads.

[@7shocker]

Never thought i'd see the day. I've used a ton of controllers for pc and the original steam controller was the closest to having it all. A few modifications.. ditch the dpad track pad, shrink/reposition touchpad on the right, move left joy stick up, regular dpad down.. make the face buttons on the right bigger.. better L3 and L4 and rechargable battery 🤌

[@APEXGuerilla]

Can't wait for this and Deckard

[@thefunkydeep446]

Honestly more excited for Roy than Deckard lol😂

[@BigDeal0716]

That was a huge thing for me, i had started play some games that were M&K only and i had mapped controls perfectly to the steam deck’s controls, but when id dock it and play with my xbox controller id have to remap everything and make up some crazy stupid button combo keybinds in order to have access to certain controls. Because even if controllers have back paddles 99% of them are just reprogrammable buttons, and aren’t recognized as their own buttons in steam os (or any os)

[@WhatAboutZoidberg]

My biggest wish is more sensitive trackpads. The glasstop ones on laptops are incredible now and having that much control would be sick.

[@senseikoudai6186]

Steam Deck without screen please!

[@thndrpnts]

I'm so happy to hear this; my OG Steam Controller has horrible stick drift on the left joystick.

[@elphive42]

As someone with both the Steam Deck and a Steam Controller, the Deck improved a lot on the ergonomics of the controller design. I've wanted to see those improvements come back to a new Steam Controller ever since the Deck launched.

[@xeridian]

BLUETOOTH is also a lower line level input. Never sounds as good or as loud as other methods. It tends to have its bitrate compressed for performance purposes.

[@joshuawalker7038]

Day 1, valves moved this decade long Xbox fan to pc. Gimme the controller and a tv console that’s competitive with modern consoles

[@ThisIsMyYouTubeAccount1]

Ah yes, the update I subscribed to this channel for. It has turned out to be a very interesting year. Thank you for the hard work you put into this content good sir

[@NerdNest]

I'm glad you like it.

[@stevethepocket]

I haven't had an opportunity to use a Steam Deck, but one thing I hate about my Steam Controller's trackpads is the haptic feedback. It's not strong enough for how much noise it makes. I think they made the mistake of sandwiching the click button between the pads and the haptic motors, causing the buttons to dampen the effect like a shock absorber, forcing them to increase the motor strength to compensate. In contrast, Apple's old Mighty Mouse had a fake trackball that used haptic feedback to simulate the detents you'd get in a traditional scroll wheel (except much closer together than would ever be physically possible) and it felt great, no noise. And they were able to pull that off because it wasn't clickable. The only button was in the base of the mouse. Valve could achieve the same effect by just putting the click mechanism under the haptic motor.

[@Diego-de6dq]

HELL YES! Don't know how it's taken this long. Don't usually pre-order products, but this is a pre-order for sure.

[@Slamz369]

My wish was that it was one of the dev controllers they showed off, two big track pags (before they added the cross on the left) & D buttons instead of the thumb stick.

[@evergaolbird]

Been an owner of the Steam Controller for 5 years now and I have an 8bitdo Pro 2 Gamepad. 90% of the time its my Steam Controller while the Pro 2 is exclusively for Elden Ring. I have more issues on the 8bitdo (fixed by constant firmware updates though including the stick drift glitch) than my Steam Controller. I'm happy that Valve is making a new one.

[@monsterjj9917]

I got my steam controller in 2016 in a random gamestop, I was so happy to get my hands on it and every since its still been my favorite controller. I have at least 2k hours of Breath of the Wild since the day it had been available to emulate on pc, it was the go to choice since it was my only gyro controller at the time. I hope the new steam controller if it really is real that it iterates well upon the og one. Dual stage triggers with longer analog pull, 4 back buttons, better trackpads, gyro without the 2.4ghz dongle, lots of stuff like that.

[@doombringerson]

Personally what I’m looking forward to more than the trackpads on a new controller is the back buttons. I have an 8bitdo ultimate, but its back buttons can only be used as one of the existing controller buttons, you can’t map them as a keyboard key.

[@LeoTelles]

finally someone as excited as i am about this. I wish more games on pc have the option to use gyro aiming by default. Some people just hate it, but it's just a matter of disabling it.

[@bmwofboganville456]

I wish the Deck had the larger circular concave trackpads of the Steam Controller

[@jj_0]

I have two well used steam controllers and this makes me super happy. New version is needed.

[@hmskrecik]

Steam Controller is the first controller in my life. In fact I learned how to play on pad with this one. I love it and I want to love it, but it's hard. It's main problem is lack of right thumbstick. I tried I believe all possible settings of the touchpad and none cuts it (don't advice me on this please). There is just this not-right responsivity model compounded by lack of tactile feedback where the neutral point is. For lots of games it can be ignored or mitigated somehow but for some it's just a showstopper (to me, Dark Souls and Batman Arkham, playable, yes, but without good camera control not comfortable enough). My prediction is if Valve relases SC2 without right joystick, it will fail.

[@skycloud4802]

I hope the new controller has all the same inputs the Steam Deck has. I want nothing compromised.

[@mrburns366]

I still have the original Steam controller and I'm excited for an updated version!

[@tabkg5802]

Absolute peak. Hope for hall effect/tmr sticks and triggers too 🙏🙏🙏

[@lloydbond13]

I suck at FPS titles on a conventional game controller. With Flick stick, even though I suck balls with it, I am 10,000x better in FPS games. I'm basically a sloppy drunk looking killing machine. I was playing Risk Of Rain 2 without flick stick. I couldn't last 2 minutes, couldn't find the portals, couldn't even get out of green. Then I figured out how to enable flick stick and holy shit. Now I can play forever. The meter goes all the way in to deep red and I'm not even bothered. When the Steam Controller 2 drops, it will be a non negotiable.

[@mastergene825]

As someone who owns four Steam Controllers, I think it's clear that I would be happy to see a Steam Controller 2. That being said, I now find the Steam Deck to be the best 'controller' out there, it's like the Steam Controller but better in every way, except for the smaller trackpads. I have to admit that the Steam Controller feels cheap now, especially after using the Steam Deck and experiencing the new Xbox controller's rumble. I sincerely hope that the Steam Controller 2 will be a higher-quality product than the original, which was somewhat middle-quality. The plastic feels flimsy, and the rumble feels cheap. I also really like the bigger form factor of the Steam Deck because at this point, I cannot use any controller that isn't a fighting stick or the Steam Deck itself.

[@Tmerus]

7:14 The point is - patent was about a gamepad/controller back buttons. Not about handheld console back buttons. And they ARE patent trolls because steam controller back panels is way different from patented buttons and still Valve lose a case

[@hamothemagnif8529]

I use the left side of a controller for movement and a mouse for aim (for fps games).

[@TechRyze]

As long as they include a D-pad and right analogue - it could take off.

[@juanitovonbumblepantz7252]

I really hope your info is correct. You say you hated playing on K/M, I always hated playing with a *gamepad* because I want that fine tuned control & accuracy of a mouse. I never knew I hated playing on a K/M also until I got the Steam Controller! K/M controls for movement is so herky-jerky it is laughable to me now. Using the trackpad give me quick, intuitive reaction speed for mouse movement and the Gyro makes fine aiming & sniping more fun and immersive in gameplay. The SC has also has changed my PC & gaming experience by untethering me from my computer chair without using a K/M in an awkward way.

[@MangoPanic]

Every time I pick up another controller and need to type something, I instinctively reach for trackpads that aren't there haha. Controllers are far simpler to use for games with lots of randomly assigned buttons to remember Imo. Not to mention it's far more comfortable and immersive for me to lean back with a controller in hand. Getting away from the keyboard makes me forget I'm sitting at a PC

[@8bittim]

Linux compatibility ootb will be so SO nice as well!!!

[@virtualinsanity7791]

I hope steam release it's own API like xinput so 3rd party controllers can be customised like steam controller.

[@CandarianGaming]

They won't do it but I wish the focus of the controller will be the trackpads like the original.

[@Elgsdyr]

YES PLEASE! If it at least retains the great features of the first iteration (my preferred controller by far) and bumps the build quality significantly, it'll be a day one buy for me.

[@apolopena]

Steam could also easily allow you to simply use a second steam deck as a controller without using remote play. I don't know about anyone else but I would buy a second steam deck just for this purpose.

[@RogueRen]

The main thing I want is direct access to Steam Input for mapping the back paddles to whatever you want. Its cool that the 8bitdo Pro Ultimate can, but I vastly prefer the 8bitdo Pro 2 personally. A Steam controller with the Steam Deck layout would be a dream come true

[@Dreadnott117]

@@RogueRen Has the Ultimate been upgraded lately without me hearing? Last I checked, you were very limited to what the back buttons could be mapped to, and it had to be with 8bitdos proprietary software, as Steam doesn't recognize them.

[@RogueRen]

@Dreadnott117 I head it was, but I could be mistaken. I don't own one myself and only have Pro 2s. Remapping in Steam would be a godsend since 8bitdo STILL doesn't have a Linux app to remap with (despite advertising both Steam Deck and Raspberry Pi compatibility) so I have to do it on my phone every time

[@Dreadnott117]

@@RogueRen I hear you man. It's a shame, because they make phenomenal controllers otherwise. Got an Ultimate, Pro 2 and two Lite 2s myself, and wouldn't trade them for anything. Being able to map them properly within steam would be the cherry on top.

[@rzc0624]

Great news. Honestly, I wish Valve made proper consoles to compete with PS and Xbox. I find myself using my Steam Deck more for parties/gatherings and in person multiplayer games, than I do for just solo handheld sessions.

[@GothicDragonX]

To this day, the Steam Controller is the ultimate controller. I initially hated the hell out of it because I didn't understand Steam Input, but thanks to RambleCan and his immense knowledge of Steam Input make the controller the best. Since I got the hang of it, granted, it took me a few months of patience and practice. I can't ever see myself using another controller. I hope Valve learns from their internal mistakes on the controller, such as the shoulder buttons breaking because of its flimsy tension arm. Other than that, it's a God-tier controller for those who are willing to break themself just to relearn how to use this controller. In all honesty, I do prefer the original layout. There are many times I rarely use the trackpads in games on Steam Deck, mainly for their positioning, and niche configurations that are not worth re-adjusting my hand placement. Steam Controller is superior to traditional layout (XBox and PS Controller), and the comfort allows me to play for hours or days without feeling fatigued. I am glad I picked up one with the Steam Link box for about $20 together before being shortly discontinued. I'm already sold if the new controller is similar (I miss the dual-stage triggers). It's a shame the Steam Deck doesn't have it, but it's up for the paddles on the back. Still, it isn't the same.

[@Jb991-q9x]

my score in rising storm 2 is pretty high considering im playing against people using their mice / keyboards , wouldnt be so good without a trackpad. the only upgrade it needs is better build quality and a couple more buttons

[@pixels_per_minute]

A controller with slightly modified Steam Deck controls would be amazing.

[@raspernor11]

I love the pads, I need them for well over 95% of my PC gaming and love them on my steam deck.

[@EhurtAfy]

Too many products, I need to learn how to wait. I already have an LED and OLED Steam Deck and the ONLY reason I wanted a ROG ALLY was because it was white. Now there's the white Steam Deck OLED that would be the best of all worlds. Can't justify owning a third Steam Deck imho

[@davidc3040]

holy shit i was gonna get the dualsense edge but if theres a chance that the steam controller 2 is coming i gotta wait and see

[@BrBnu]

On the steam controller, I don't like the analogue, would be better concave, and the position of the bumpers should change, so they can be activated with the last phalanx of the index fingers.

[@MichaelNorth]

If they don't bring back the dual-stage triggers I'll be legitimately sad. I'm not sure why it's not on the Steam Deck.

[@Dr.D00p]

On a scale of 1-10 of things Valve could be doing to interest me, another controller comes in at about 0.64.

[@shonen991]

Oh fuck. I've wanted a new version of the Steam Controller. I thought it was good, just needed another iteration.

[@bobbastian760]

Bet an ortholinear split keyboard like corne - way more ergonomic and next level

[@Observant_Introvert]

I owned a Steam controller for a while, I really enjoyed the customizability of programing trigger, pad options etc..... I just couldn't stand the layout of the controller itself. If they are going to put out another variation of the Steam controller I hope they redo the layout of it.

[@avp2501]

I agree that this is what the steam deck is missing. Games play so amazingly well in your hand but when you dock it to the TV, all that functionality just disappears. An Xbox or PS can't compare. The closest thing we have is the steam controller 1 which is still a great controller but it was built for a different generation and isn't on par with the built-in controls of the steam deck.

[@Rakenclaw]

I have two Steam Controllers and love them, but i'll shelve them for new ones easy. I just want similar control to the Steam Deck.

[@AndrewMalovrh]

I love this and I would very much consider purchasing it as soon as it is available. Even if it is very expensive.

[@segaboy9894]

Steam Controller is also my favorite controller. The pads on the Steam Deck were disappointing. I wants the pads on this new device to be like the old ones.

[@mmgregoire1]

if steam came out with a console today I would be really happy to hear its the same APU as the deck and in a small form factor computer for $200 or something cool like that. Id like them to keep the deck and the console similar over the generations for dev targets and price point.

[@AllenJohn]

I play Tekken 8 on the PC with a PS4 Controller. I do lose to a lot of players who play on keyboard because they have the SOCD advantage along with 0 input lag allowing them to low block or parry at lightning speed. If the Steam Controller can help me the way keyboard helps other players, then this will be my future purchase on release.

[@IronKeroro]

hey just so its known. tooling being worked on means its still a few years out. like 2028 would be believable if they hit like 1 or 2 roadblocks.

[@dpc4548]

I like that people like their controllers, but I got mine way back on release and it immediately went into a draw and eventually the bin. It was, hands down, the worst controller I've ever used in my life.

[@Beazelundefined]

Steam deck with few ergonomic changes would be great. Idk where the best place for touchpads though. SteamDeck subreddit mostly think that touchpad must be main input source, while I like the deck layout more. Maybe the extended grip for better touchpads ergonomics could drastically improve the experience. Can't wait to see what Valve will come with next!

[@Gokuroro]

There may be a variation of what Sony did to the Dual Sense triggers as to make them a configurable two (or more) stage trigger through software 🤔

[@sucram65]

I have two Steam controllers. I bought the 2nd one for parts when they were selling out the stock. I’d love v2!

[@deadrift886]

I would love a new steam machine, hopefully it's true!

[@buckysrevenge]

I still have 2 fully functional Steam Controllers (shoulder button on a third broke 😭) connected to my "Steam Machine" (a mini-PC running ChimeraOS), I'm all for getting a SC2 when it's available, hopefully it will have a dongle (or maybe pair with the one that came with the SC1?) and not be reliant on Bluetooth

[@gaming-zombie1392]

Never had a Steam Conatroller but would Love to buy one....

[@joshkeller8910]

@NerdNest Bill, you were the first person I thought of when I saw the Steam Controller 2! Haha. Hope it lives up to what you want when it comes out!

[@ConsolasEight]

I purchased the original Steam Controller, but unfortunately, I didn't like it. The track pads and the small, awkwardly placed XYAB buttons were difficult to get accustomed to. The casing seemed to be made of very cheap plastic, and the ergonomics didn't feel right due to it being indented across the top. Maybe that was because of the track pads. Obviously I have the option from a variety of pro controllers, but I would expect the next Steam Controller to be higher quality in terms of materials and design. My personal preference leans towards an Xbox configuration with Hall Effect sticks instead of track pads. Additionally, I would greatly value a wired version, as I prefer wired connections and dislike the concept of potentially overcharging a controller with a non-removable battery pack.

[@AlucardNoir]

Paddles and buttons are not the same. They'd be covered by different patents.

[@cocobos]

Probably a different design.. like controllers for each hand, joycon/ vr controller style? I'd prefer this style so I can rest my arms on my chair's armrest while playing.

[@pacioli]

i dont know about other people but i dont like it being called a steam controller because that implies it was made by steam, not a third party.

[@Cariocekus]

Don't know about a console but an improved Steam Link hardware or serious app improvements would think are more likely.

[@SANDMAN_66]

Not just trackpads, the gyro mapability allows for a lot of flicks. Go watch some arma configs from rambletan

[@Keowolf83]

I hope when they release the controller 2 they have a Design Lab like xbox so I can get my controller in my favorite colours.

[@zacthegamer6145]

I can't learn to play with the mouse and keyboard at all.

[@Junebug89]

I'm very excited by this. I always wanted the original steam controller but was never in a place to pick it up, and I missed the $5 clearance sale. So glad to see this coming back and hopefully bringing some further innovation to the controller space. Controllers are really good now, but there is kind of a tendency for everyone to just... make an xbox controller. If valve can bring a refined version of their touchpad controller, I would be all over that.

[@WagnerBrahm]

Steam added DLSS and Raytracing for Nvidia cards in Proton, I believe we will see announcements of the Steam Controller 2 and SteamOS for PCs in general.

[@sys.admin228]

Good to hear, but we will probably never get the third iteration of this controller 😂

[@bibabutzemann5661]

The biggest downside of the hori steam controller is that it does have an inbuilt deadzone. When i play with like 2-3% deadzone on steam, the stick moves like i moved the stick 6-9%

[@jonavano5561]

in another tweet bradley mentioned it could still take more than a year, because it is just the start of making tooling. On another note i have been waiting for this ever since they announced the steam deck and even before, so i can wait a bit longer. Just really curious what it will be like though

[@lanceolson5988]

I always thought the Steam controller was a goofy idea that made no sense when it was available. I didn’t even buy it when it was $5 when they were just clearing out stock and I kind of regret it. Getting a successor after having a Steam Deck? I’d try it now.

[@EhEhEhEINSTEIN]

I never bought an OG steam controller despite always being intrigued by it. If the reviews are good, I'll probably get a 2 just to see what it's like to use.

[@Nashtak]

Honestly, if the Steam Controller 2 does not have a dual stage trigger, i'm not buying it. That's not to say it should necessarily be an important feature for Valve to consider, but for me personally, it's a deal breaker if i don't have a dual stage trigger with physical feedback just like the current Steam Controller.