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Valve's Steam Machine might be delayed thanks to the RAM crisis, but its brand-new £85 Steam Controller is going it alone and finally has a release date
Valve has announced that its new Steam Controller will be released on May 4th, priced at £85 in the UK. Unlike the delayed Steam Machine and Steam Frame, the controller's release is not affected by the ongoing RAM crisis as it contains neither RAM nor storage. The new controller features a second thumbstick and a Steam Deck-style layout, aiming to improve upon the original's versatility.
'Millimeters matter:' Making the Steam Controller 'just work' on day one
Valve designers Lawrence Yang and Jeremy Slocum discuss the design philosophy behind the Steam Controller, emphasizing the importance of user experience and a seamless 'time to game' factor. They explain how lessons learned from the original Steam Controller and the success of the Steam Deck informed improvements to button inputs, charging, and overall usability, aiming for a familiar experience for PC gamers.