But the link is OOS at game and has been for a while how exactly is this a deal?
MuscleFlex
24 Feb 17#18
is this why they're cheap? not recommended? I was about to try them for this price.... but if you guys don't recommend it, then i'll stay away
kos1c
24 Feb 17#17
I'd agree, use the cash for a nicer KB/M set up. Or if you're wanting to sofa play, get an xbox 360/one controller (a nicer feel over ps3 and my choice over ps4 controller).
tehwabbit
24 Feb 17#16
I was also disappointed. The controls are nice but it feels a bit cheap (especially the big touch pad things).
As you say, a bit of a learning curve but it definitely isn't a substitute for KB/M.
I'd say use the money to upgrade your Keyboard or Mouse instead!
steevhan
24 Feb 17#15
There is probably a delivery charge but you can get the bundle from steam £39.58 at the moment, would highly recommend the devices though i just bought 2 steam Links.
I suggest you buy them separately in case you don't get on with the steam controller, allot of people don't. If you don't you might end up having to fart about trying to sell it second hand and lose money, or have it end up on your shelf collecting dust.
I have both, and i like them both but a friend of mine just couldn't adapt to the steam controller regardless of how much he liked it.
Its a good price though OP!
Bilbo1968
24 Feb 17#13
In this day and age I would have thought it would run better on batteries rather than steam.
Same individual prices as Steam are offering them this weekend, just the Steam postage makes their offer very much more expensive than buying from Game. Bundle of controller and link has a lower price (£39.58) but they add over £10 shipping once you go through the checkout process, unlike Game who are doing free delivery.
archfiend
23 Feb 17#6
is the controller any good? I'm unsure about it due to its lack of sticks
kos1c to archfiend
23 Feb 17#7
It's horrible to use.
I got it on the first wave of pre orders (2 months before retail release).
Used it for an hour or so, then off to ebay it went.
I wouldn't recommend it. Has a steep learning curve.
phillgill1 to archfiend
23 Feb 171#8
Controller was a bit of a nightmare at first but if you put in the effort it's well worth it. I'll never go back to using a standard controller. Like I said you need learn how to set it up to your liking. Using it with the new Doom was what brought me around. :sunglasses:
cantonbean to archfiend
23 Feb 17#9
mixed bag but for some games it works really well once you master it. However I think steam now allow you to use xbox 360 pad in steam controller profiles so that might be a better purchase. I do like the customisability though and once you get used to it not a bad product. Also worth noting you can add your origin games to Steam and use the steam controller with them too.
liamm123 to archfiend
23 Feb 17#10
I'd say it's great if you're playing certain types of games. I tend to play third person RPG's and realistic shooters with the controller. RPG's slower pace makes it fine to use, and generally better than a regular gamepad I'd say. For realistic shooters using a twin stick gamepad is out of the question because of no aim assist. This controller with the pad for aim + gyro for fine aiming makes it far more useful.
There is a big learning curve though so stick with it and I'm sure you'll love it.
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Opening post
Steam Controller - £27.99
http://www.game.co.uk/en/m/steam-controller-816927
Steam Link - £15.99
http://www.game.co.uk/en/m/steam-link-816924
Latest comments (21)
As you say, a bit of a learning curve but it definitely isn't a substitute for KB/M.
I'd say use the money to upgrade your Keyboard or Mouse instead!
http://store.steampowered.com/bundle/789/
Heat added though
I have both, and i like them both but a friend of mine just couldn't adapt to the steam controller regardless of how much he liked it.
Its a good price though OP!
Just the controller (plus other less useful stuff) left? See the previous thread: http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/steam-controller-case-27-99-game-2582990
I got it on the first wave of pre orders (2 months before retail release).
Used it for an hour or so, then off to ebay it went.
I wouldn't recommend it. Has a steep learning curve.
There is a big learning curve though so stick with it and I'm sure you'll love it.
Steam Link already posted here.