Steam Controller launch live - hands-on report, and where to buy yours today
Tom's Guide • • technology
Key Points:
- Valve has launched its second-generation Steam Controller today, May 4, priced at $99, designed exclusively for PC gaming and compatible with gaming PCs, laptops, Steam Deck OLED, and the upcoming Steam Machine.
- The controller features magnetic thumbsticks, haptic rumble motors, dual trackpads, four customizable back buttons, and offers over 35 hours of battery life per charge, positioning it as a premium option for serious PC gamers.
- Orders opened at 10 a.m. PT on Steam, which remains the sole retailer for the controller at launch, with stock currently stable and accessible for buyers.
- The Steam Controller includes a wireless transmitter called the Steam Controller Puck that provides a stable connection and doubles as a charging dock, enhancing the user experience.
- This controller is not compatible with consoles like PS5 or Xbox Series X, targeting exclusively the PC gaming market and Valve’s Steam ecosystem.
