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Has been trying the new Steam Controller but finds it unsuited to fast action: slippery texture, poor ergonomics for long sessions and mushy, unresponsive buttons.
“the last thing I would recommend is the new Steam Controller, believe me I've been trying but it's just not made for fast paced action.”
Having used DualSense, Edge, Ultimate 2 and G7 Pro, prefers the Steam Controller, whose sticks and buttons feel neither clicky nor spongy.
“my favorite overall is the steam controller. The sticks and buttons feel better than the others, they aren't clicky or spongy, just a really nice feel.”
Has had the Steam Controller since release and finds it just okay. It worked fine in Steam but was a finicky hassle with Game Pass and other stores, so they went back to their TT Max after a week.
“It's okay, but unless you're really intent on using the trackpads and grip-sense features, there's no point in getting an expensive controller that only works on one videogame store.”
This player finds the new Valve Steam Controller just meh, with Steam Input still buggy for complex setups.
“The steam controller is just meh, and steam input itself is still quite buggy with complex setups.”
A few days in, a gamer finds the Steam Controller top-notch in build and comfort for large hands, preferring it over their Wolverine V3 Pro, though it lacks trigger stops.
“I got the steam controller a few days ago , and this thing blew me away , I wasn’t expecting much but this has turned into my favourite controller.”
A lanky player with big hands finds the Cyclone 2 too small but the Steam Controller fits just right.
“My Cyclone 2 feels too small and it's bigger than the G7 Pro. Steam Controller fits just right.”
A retro gamer found the Steam Controller's D-pad its worst part, with false inputs too easy while holding down.
“I recently got the Steam Controller thinking it would feel much more premium, but the D-pad is probably the worst part of it.”
An owner finds the Steam Controller comfortable with great sticks, triggers and back paddles, though the larger buttons feel a bit mushy.
“The steam controller is wonderful in many ways. It's comfortable, the sticks feel great.”
A launch buyer finds the Steam Controller the best for FPS, getting 99% there in Deadlock.
“I got the steam controller on launch at rrp. It's definitely the best one for FPS”
A Linux user was disappointed by the Steam Controller and is reselling it.
“Steam Controller disappointed me, do I have to unpair it before reselling on FB Marketplace?”
The Steam Controller lacks short triggers and top haptics, but feels solid and its trackpads make it their only controller and favourite ever.
“It's quickly become the only controller I use and my favorite ever.”
With nerve damage in their right hand, finds the Steam Controller great and nice in the hand thanks to Steam Input.
“The Steam controller is so dope for me, and like you mentioned it does feel so nice in the hands.”
Of their many premium controllers, the Steam Controller is one of their two favorites.
“I have way too many premium price controllers and the Vader 5 Pro and Steam Controller are by far my favorite.”