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It's solid - easy to set up use, has a premium build and works well. I feel it was money well spent. But... There's always a but, isn't there? But I still prefer my Xbox360 controller for platform games and the like. Perhaps that's simply because I am already used to it. Perhaps it's because it's simply better. I tried the Steam Controller with an FPS game thinking it would impress me, because that's its claim to fame. It didn't impress. Sure, it was better than other controllers in this regard - the trackpads are better for aiming than thumb sticks - but it certainly wasn't as fast or accurate as a mouse. Maybe it just needs getting used to. Long story short - it's not as good as my xbox360 for some things and it's not as good as my keyboard and mouse for other things.
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Loading the controller configs submitted by other steam users isn't the easiest thing to do, but it does work if you keep at it... I think this is more of a steam interface issue. Also, because it lacks the right hand joystick you have to use a pad for view direction input and it can be very difficult when your used to console gaming with two joysticks.
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Of course, it does require all games to be run through Steam's Big-Picture mode. I wish that it had standalone software a la the Steelseries engine. In terms of performance it is, as you might expect, somewhere between a mouse and a controller. It's better than any controller, but it isn't magical enough to rival a mouse. If you want to experiment with an innovative input devise, or if you're just a casual gamer who wants to play on the couch, then the Steam controller is probable worth $35. But if you're a PC gamer who is going to have a mouse and keyboard in front of you anyway then the Steam controller will probably sit unused. I bought this to play Star Citizen, which requires six degrees of freedom. I had hoped to use the gyros for that, but I was disappointed to find that that aspect of the software is grossly underdeveloped. I have had some success playing SC with the triggers and trackpads, though. I've also enjoyed using it for 2D games, and the gyros make it GREAT for racing games, but you should expect to spend at least a few minutes setting it up and tweaking before playing any new game.Read full review
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It took me alfew days to learn all about the (Absolute Complete) customizations of this controller, but was mostly self explanatory and anything youcant figure out yourself, google has the answer. If your a PC gamer you need this. Especially helpful for me, as a pc chair for a few hours a day can kill my back and can't very well relax upright in a computer chair. The only downside I find is the range of the dongle, I didn't get the extender with this so it could be better, but its range is a measly 5 feet. Why bother with it being blu-tooth I feel. Needs batteries for wi-fi as well, rechargables are great. All and all a very high 4 for me. You can make a customization to play any. PC game. You neeeeed this!!!
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
Every controller I've ever used has been easy. Nobody had to teach me how to use it. The Steam Controller is not like that. I'm still trying to figure it out. But I'm taking the time to learn how to use it and it is WAY more powerful than any other controller. Every button/trigger/pad can be customized. Even the sensitivity of a press can be programmed for the triggers. It does have a HUGE learning curve, but it is well worth it.
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