So, in typical Valve fashion, the entire controller is designed to be taken apart and reprogrammed as users see fit.
STEAM CONTROLLER MOD
Valve has a reputation for inviting fans to mod its products however they'd like, but this is the company's first foray into physical devices that would require real-world alterations to make any improvements. Valve says it has gotten around this issue with a tool that maps the trackpads and buttons on the controller to keystrokes and mouse movements, essentially tricking some games into thinking it's a regular keyboard and mouse setup. That's quite a feat considering that includes over 2,000 titles, many of which were never optimized for use with a traditional gamepad. Probably the most intriguing feature of the Steam Controller is Valve's claim that it will work with every single game in its catalog. The Steam Controller uses a tool that maps the trackpads and buttons to keystrokes and mouse movements, essentially tricking some games into thinking it's a regular keyboard and mouse setup The entire button layout is also symmetrical to avoid favoring either left or right-handed players.
STEAM CONTROLLER TV
To keep the player focused on the game in front of them, the touch screen's visuals will display on the TV whenever it's pressed, so they don't have to look down at their hands to make a selection.Ī total of 16 buttons are arranged around the controller's body and have been placed mainly for ergonomic comfort and ease of use. Developers will have complete control over the screen's functionality, allowing them to program it with pages of buttons for users to scroll through, special touch commands for specific titles, a game map, or anything else they can devise.
STEAM CONTROLLER FULL
The center touch screen can display high-resolution images and supports a full range of swiping motions, though it will need to be clicked down like a button to choose an action. Both trackpads can also be pressed down to act as individual buttons. Valve claims they can even be programmed to vibrate and play some simple audio tracks, almost like a pair of speakers. Each trackpad is fitted with a linear resonant actuator, which provides a high level of haptic feedback that game developers can use to enhance a player's experience. Along with the upcoming SteamOS and Steam Machines announced earlier this week, gamers may soon be able to enjoy a full library of games, all played with PC-like controls from the comfort of their living room couch.Īccording to Valve, the precision of the two circular trackpads is comparable to a standard mouse, allowing the controller to accommodate every genre of gaming from twitch-based shooters to real-time strategy games. After more than a week of buildup, Valve finally completed its trilogy of announcements by revealing the upcoming Steam Controller, a wireless gamepad that sports a touch screen in the center flanked by two large trackpads.
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