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

Yes I already posted that #4 but this is a Game bundle with a case and not from store.steampowered.com. I am 28th in the queue on live chat. The link in the OP to Steam is not the same product as this has a case in the bundle

People who own this, how does it feel when play FPS over using a PS4/XB pad?

Are you saying because this come with a case so there'll be no usb wireless dongle? I don't understand...

I don't know! That is why I'm asking. 20mins later and I'm now 14th in the Game live chat!

I assume this will come in the standard controller box + a box for the case. Don't see why it won't have the wireless dongle

I don't like assumptions.

Chat hung up on me!

Lol. The last comment from an older thread says they came separately so what I thought is correct. :smiley:

Good deal for someone who really wants it, but i hated this pad. XB1 pad for PC for the win i reckon.

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

​always one...

Love this controller, highly customisable! Works with every game I try, playing the Witcher 3 in bed on my projector then exiting and loading up an RTS is pure heaven. My favorite part is that the right touch pad gives you full mouse control in desktop.

There have been some great Steam deals recently with controller + game for around £35 - £40 but you did have to add on steam's insane carriage costs!
Personally prefer XB1 controller on pc, but that is more down to what I am use to and this is certainly infinitely more customizable

They are good but having had one I have asked Santa for an Xbox One S controller to game with. It's nice for a backup controller.

I'd really like to get one as I do like to play point and click adventures but think the more laid back nature of them makes them perfect couch gaming yet them requiring a mouse makes it an uncomfortable way to play, the steam controller seems like the perfect solution.

That said as I don't think it would be as good as a traditional controller for usual action adventure and racing games, I wouldn't spend a great deal on one, think £20 is my biting point making this deal somewhat lukewarm for me. Annoying that they can reduce the Steam link to £16 yet still want £28 for the controller, would think the link would be worth more if anything but I'm guessing they can't shift them or get loads of them back when people realise it isn't a system itself and needs a PC....

I'm heading out to the shops to do some last minute Christmas shopping and would maybe pick this up tomorrow.

It says that prices in store may vary, how true is this? Would the store budge on price if i showed them the webpage?

I think I might be one of a minority that don't like this controller. I bought this, and prefer the Xbox/Windows controller over it. I don't understand who its marketing for, because if you use mouse/keyboard for gaming you don't need it. Even if you use a controller, the touch movement thing for FPS can be difficult to use. I can see the appeal for people with disabilities or something, but for me it just doesn't feel right.

EDIT: Feel free to flame me for having an opinion. #HotUKOpinions.

Does anyone know if it's instore as well?

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've had this https://www.amazon.co.uk/Wireless-Keyboard-Touchpad-Multi-media-Raspberry/dp/B00DUUF250/ref=sr_1_7?s=computers&ie=UTF8&qid=1482424550&sr=1-7&keywords=wireless+keyboard since the dawn of time. I tried really hard to use the steam controller, but found I was still lacking a keyboard. I would need to literally put shortcuts for every single game onto my desktop (which is why I defaulted back to the device I just linked) and I just found the touchpad frustrating. In my opinion its horrible for gaming, and didn't have the patience to get used to it.

I know it DOES work, but if you have never used it I wouldn't recommend going daft and buying about 10. It never appealed to me, and everyone seemed to be fighting over the Wireless Windows controllers. I wish I didn't spend £20 on it.

EDIT: Voted hot for the find btw.

Absolutely the best controller for fps and third person shooters on the couch. Mouse trackpad for large movements and 180's and gyro for fine aiming(I find it best set to roll and not the default yaw). Doesn't beat a mouse and keyboard but it is far better than a dual stick controller. It will take same getting used to but it's hard to go back once it clicks.

One thing is to point out is that its very much a controller for geeks. It's massively configurable but most likely you will have to mess around with settings. Which is great if you like customising and getting everything the way you like it(nothing else comes close) but if you want a plug and play experience a normal controller is better. There is a decent guide here:
http://www.pcgamer.com/steam-controller-setup-guide/

The trackpad, tirggers and gyro are first rate. The rest of the buttons are average and the shoulder buttons aren't great but usable. Batteries last for ages and it also works plugged in via usb.

You most definetely could not play World of Warcraft with a controller :laughing: just for starters it doesnt have enough buttons for most classes rotations

Amen Brother!

The majority of people would say Xbox controller is better for gaming. It has its niche uses for example, if you don't have a wireless mouse (and if you don't need a keyboard) you could use the controller. It also looks pretty to have the Steam Link, the complete Steam controller to go with.

I configured it until the cows came home, but it still didn't work for me as a gaming controller. It wouldn't work for WoW (but no controller would), and for fast games it would be very taxing on your fingers. Personally I prefer using a wireless mouse/keyboard with the wireless Windows (xbox 360) controllers that had been gathering dust.

my mate borrowed it to me so I could give it a try and I hated it, I would not get it even for 5 pounds, xbox one controller FTW.

Just bought it with the Steam Link since I'm spending more time on steam than the PS4/Xbox 1.

Silly question... but how well does these pads work for 2-4 player games? Would I just need 4 pads and a dongle for each one... or is there something else I need to do?

Ordered... Heat added! :sunglasses:

Also where does the Steam controller come into it's own? Only if you want to play in an armchair without using a tray to rest a mouse and keyboard on! They even have specially made trays with a mouse and keyboard like the Roccat Sova and Corsair Lapdog. It doesn't really make sense as a controller. I liked the concept of one hand controller and other hand mouse but that never took off either.

I'd rather use one of these than a tray, keyboard and mouse when couch gaming TBH. Where there's native controller support, I'd rather use an Xbox One/360 or PlayStation controller. Where there isn't, it's down to the Steam Controller.

Nice.

If it was £20 I would buy it just to try but when you can get a cheaper 360 pad most of the time I see little point to get it when they seem very hit and miss if people like them.

i used flubit elite (30 day free trial) got this for £23.91 Delivered, my first quote was £25 then fired it through again and it was £24 odd and tried again and got the max 15% discount at £23.91 ok wont be here till over a week but that's the festive holidays, tried it with the link but it auto declines seems can't get the link for less than £16 ... i bought an xbox 360 wired controller too for £19.12 delivered

I just wanted to say this deal is also available in store, I just asked for the controller and they said you get a free case with it. thanks

I called them out on Twitter... they don't like it. The more people do it the more they might pull their thumb out of their harris. Their social media rep is a tool.

I didn't realise how good this deal was at the time. Wish I could turn the clock back.