Why would you play FPS on a controller any way, do you hate yourself that much?

Chat hung up on me!

The absolute top use for this controller is to allow you to play games that don't have normal controller support on your TV *without* needing to use a keyboard and mouse. This is something that you can't really do with traditional controllers. Up until now the configuration options have been amazing compared to PS/XBox controllers, though they are starting to get supported by Steam in much the same way, so that's an advantage that is starting to erode. But up until now, nothing has been able to touch this for configurability.


Using a traditional controller (right analog stick) for an FPS feels horrible and difficult to use as well. Most things do until you get used to them. The same was true of PS/Xbox controllers. That said, you're perfectly allowed to dislike this (although it would mean more if you gave it a fair go). Some people like Dual Shock controllers, but I just hate them with every fibre of my being.

I just realised I bought a steam controller 5 months back and havent even opened the packaging! :neutral_face:

Hmm, do I need another....

It's a bit light on the specs. Is it wired/bluetooth/wireless/ usb? complete with dongle etc

great deal! unfortunately I already have one

pulled this off the Steam website. Hopefully this is the correct info for this.
HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS

Overview
Dual trackpads
HD haptics
Analog stick
Dual-stage triggers, each with 10° of travel, a magnetic flux sensor, and a tactile switch
Gyroscope and accelerometer sensors enabling tilt-to-steer racing wheel functionality and other motion-controlled input
Configurable controls
Local multiplayer capability, as supported by games
Wired or wireless (dual mode)
USB 2.0 via Micro USB port (cable included)
Estimated 5 meters of wireless communications range. Actual results may vary.
Provides up to 80 hours of standard game play using the included AA batteries during preliminary testing. Battery life will vary based on usage and other factors, such as type of batteries used.
In-box
Steam Controller
2 AA batteries
USB wireless pairing dongle
Dongle extension dock included
Requirements
A Steam Machine or other computer capable of running Steam Big Picture Mode, in order to view, edit, save, and share Steam Controller mappings.
Mac users must be running OS X 10.8 or newer to use the Steam Controller

steam sale is today...I'd wait to see if it drops

The £27.99 without the case on game does have the specs

Where did you find that bit of info? I can't see it.

Steam store page - http://store.steampowered.com/app/353370/


Under Overview:
USB 2.0 via Micro USB port (cable included)

then under In-box:
USB wireless pairing dongle