atomic moth
Member
My mistake. I received Rocket League, but I was expecting it to pop up in my gifts and not straight to my library.
Steam Controller trailer, $50
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alexbull_uk
Member
Nope, just giving away free games to early adopters.
Maiden Voyage
Gold™ Member
Valve is generally pretty cool about these things. They could be trying to meet some internal numbers or something though? I think it sets a good precedent for their hardware sales.
ashecitism
Member
http://devinandrewwhite.com/2015/07...steam-controller/comment-page-1/#comment-4574
might be just a tester thing as earlier he said the gyro wasn't working for him
ashecitism
Member
Is it likely that game stores may have demo stations with Steam Controllers? It sounds somewhat good to me, although I kinda wonder if people might get soured on the idea of the controller if they only have a very limited experience of one in a store when in takes a while to get used to the unusual controller design.
King Tubby
Member
Intrigued by this, but from the sound of it I won't be able to ditch my traditional controller any time soon. Doesn't seem like this would work well for, say, NBA 2K16.
I'm often astonished how much people were happy to abandon d-pads in favour of analogue sticks. I suppose ten years of xbox 360 controllers were enough to make people think that d-pads were all but useless.
I read a review recently from a PS4 player struggling with VVVVVV complaining about 'tilting the stick' and responsiveness, when they had a good dpad right there.
I read a review recently from a PS4 player struggling with VVVVVV complaining about 'tilting the stick' and responsiveness, when they had a good dpad right there.
Tarin02543
Member
I was really hyped for the steam controller and the steam link, but I'm having doubts now...
My PC is close to my tv, so a long HDMI cable would probably work better than the whole steamlink/ethernet connection.
I'd really like a controller for my pc games. Next year is dark souls 3 time, and this time I want to play it with a controller as intended.
Maybe it would be wiser to invest 150 in a xbox elite controller instead of 150 for steam controller/link.
I've never held a xbone controller so I don't know the best option for me.
My PC is close to my tv, so a long HDMI cable would probably work better than the whole steamlink/ethernet connection.
I'd really like a controller for my pc games. Next year is dark souls 3 time, and this time I want to play it with a controller as intended.
Maybe it would be wiser to invest 150 in a xbox elite controller instead of 150 for steam controller/link.
I've never held a xbone controller so I don't know the best option for me.
Nabs
Member
It sounds like you don't need any of these things. Just get a normal X1/DS4 controller and call it a day.
Tokubetsu
Member
Just get a standard xbone controller you'll be fine I promise. Wireless adapter comes out next month too iirc.
RubenCordeiro
Neo Member
Agreed. Altough the Xbox elite controller seems to be a great peripheral, the premium price is not worth it in my opinion. Specially for a pc gamer that wants to play some of his games with a controller.
I believe that controller is directed towards the console FPS gamers who want to get a competitive edge.
The Elite controller will be totally worth it. I'll use it for games like Metal Gear Solid V, The Witcher III, Rise of the Tomb Raider and other console-like games, while I'll use my Steam controller for Cities: Skylines, Divinity: Original Sin and maybe even some of those console-like games as well. Nonetheless, I'm super excited about both.
I also think he should go for the Elite, instead of the standard controller, single-handedly because you can map every single button to whichever action you want to be there. And with the four buttons in the back, it'll be great, and with that textured feel.
I also think he should go for the Elite, instead of the standard controller, single-handedly because you can map every single button to whichever action you want to be there. And with the four buttons in the back, it'll be great, and with that textured feel.
Kamakazie!
Member
Why not just get the steam controller? It comes with a wireless adapter so you don't need the Link to use one.
The Xbone controller has driver issues for me in Windows 10. Some games think you're alwaysholding the r-stick down to the right, and in Big Picture Mode it won't let me access my library with it.
And I've seen other people bring up the issues as well. I don't know how big it is, but... be cautious.
Maybe they're games where the Steam controller works particularly well? (generating good word of mouth)
ashecitism
Member
Rocket League is the game of the summer basically, it's good everywhere from desk environment to couch, has a big community, a competitive scene and is heading to Linux/Mac as well, so technically it can be a launch title for Steam Machines, and according to Valve plays well on the controller.
Nabs
Member
If being able to switch around buttons is important, then the DS4 is still a good option. It's silly to pay another 100 for a function that should be standard.
joshbob1985
Member
Thanks for letting me know I have a free game GAF!
It potentially can but hasn't been enabled by valve.
Northeastmonk
Gold Member
I used the 360 pad a lot on PC. I've had to make sure my adapter was plugged in and so forth. I have enjoyed it, but I've ordered the Link and the controller. I'm excited that it's finally an official Valve product for their service, but I also realize not everything will be able to utilize it.
I have an XBO controller and a DS4, but I haven't wanted to transition over yet. I was surprised I got Rocket League because I have it free on Plus and then I saw the price tag for it. It's a lot of fun and it'll be interesting how well the Steam controller works with it.
I just hope Fallout 4 works with it. That's another reason I preordered. It'll be interesting to see how well it works together.
I have an XBO controller and a DS4, but I haven't wanted to transition over yet. I was surprised I got Rocket League because I have it free on Plus and then I saw the price tag for it. It's a lot of fun and it'll be interesting how well the Steam controller works with it.
I just hope Fallout 4 works with it. That's another reason I preordered. It'll be interesting to see how well it works together.
Panasonic eneloops seem to be very popular now.
cyberheater
PS4 PS4 PS4 PS4 PS4 PS4 PS4 PS4 PS4 PS4 PS4 PS4 PS4 PS4 PS4 PS4 PS4 Xbone PS4 PS4
I have pre-ordered. 
ashecitism
Member
Don't know. Maybe you can ask him. If he has rechargeables, that is.
Or maybe Paz or Supernorn could answer, if they come by again.
sithlord23
Member
code already given out. thanks
ashecitism
Member
I think everyone who pre-ordered it before the stock went out in June will get it in October whether they live Canada or not. If you pre-ordered it afterwards you'll get it on November.
ashecitism
Member
This was the text
Enordash
Member
Just happened for me too
Thanks, GAF. Looking forward to trying out the controller. With the Elite Xbox controller also coming, that will put me up to... way too many controllers.ashecitism
Member
Thank you Valve for making this amazing controller!
https://twitter.com/StarpointGemini/status/640847003069583361
https://twitter.com/clapfoot/status/640167287576743936
https://twitter.com/tylerglaiel/status/639183733652721664
Still hoping Tommy Refenes will make a write-up again, like he had for the first version.
Asking again so we can get a public answer. If not, I'll pester some posters via PM and post the answer here.
alexandros
Banned
These are the sorts of games that will benefit the most by the Steam Controller. I hope developers are hard at work preparing custom profiles.
mattiewheels
And then the LORD David Bowie saith to his Son, Jonny Depp: 'Go, and spread my image amongst the cosmos. For every living thing is in anguish and only the LIGHT shall give them reprieve.'
Have there been any extensive write-ups from these people getting them early? Seems like all I see are twitter blurbs so far, your think there would be more interest in analyzing it.