Steam Controller
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SDL adds expanded support for the new Steam Controller without SteamThe Simple DirectMedia Layer (SDL) library will soon receive expanded support for Valve's new Steam Controller, allowing it to function without the Steam client running. This update enhances support for various controller features, including touchpads and grip sensors, benefiting games that utilize SDL for input.
The Steam Controller is unmatched at letting you play mouse and keyboard games from the couch, but as a gamepad it loses outThe Steam Controller offers unparalleled versatility for playing PC games from the couch, particularly those designed for mouse and keyboard input, thanks to its innovative trackpads. While it excels in comfort and PC navigation, it falls short as a traditional gamepad compared to similarly priced alternatives and has some drawbacks in its software integration and button actuation.
Yes, Valve's new Steam Controller screams if you drop it from a great enough heightValve's new Steam Controller features a Wilhelm scream Easter egg that triggers if the device is dropped from a sufficient height. This feature appears to activate when the controller is in Steam's Big Picture mode. The company is also working to restock the popular controller after its initial supply sold out quickly.
Steam Controller’s Easter egg makes it scream when dropped, which is different from your scream when you can’t buy oneValve's new Steam Controller features a hidden Easter egg that plays the Wilhelm Scream using its haptic motors when dropped while Steam is in Big Picture mode. The controller, which went on sale May 4, 2026, has experienced significant stock issues, leading Valve to implement a reservation queue system to manage demand and limit resellers.
Valve fix Steam Controller double inputs with the Puck - Steam Deck gets configurable Track Pad LockingValve has released a new Steam Client Beta for PC and Steam Deck that addresses an issue causing double inputs on the Steam Controller when charging on the Puck. The update also introduces configurable trackpad locking behavior for the Steam Deck, allowing users to disable it when using the joysticks.
Valve Opens Steam Controller Reservations To Counter ScalpersValve has implemented a reservation system for the Steam Controller to combat scalping and limit reseller activity. Reservations are limited to one per account, requiring accounts to be in good standing and have made a prior purchase on Steam. The company is also working to replenish controller stock across various regions.- Hardware ReviewsThis article features reviews of PC gaming hardware, including the Steam Controller and the Gigabyte GO27Q24G monitor. The Steam Controller is noted for its functionality, while the Gigabyte monitor is praised for its design and gaming capabilities.
Valve forming an orderly queue for the Steam Controller makes it clear we need the same for the Steam Machine, Frame, and perhaps a lot more in-demand tech tooValve's implementation of a reservation queue for the Steam Controller highlights the need for similar systems for other in-demand tech like the Steam Machine. The article contrasts this with the frustrating purchasing experiences for the Steam Deck and PlayStation 5, advocating for reservation systems to combat resellers and improve customer satisfaction.- Steam Controller – köa för köp kl. 19 i kvällValve has announced a new reservation queue for the Steam Controller, which sold out within 30 minutes of its initial release. To combat scalpers, only one controller can be reserved per Steam account. Availability for regions outside of North America is expected in the coming weeks.
Valve commits to a reservation system for today's new batch of Steam Controller stock, which gives me a lot more…Valve is implementing a reservation system for the Steam Controller to combat resellers and ensure fairer access for consumers. This system, similar to those used by Sony and Nintendo for their hardware launches, will limit purchases to one per customer and aims to prevent scalpers from profiting excessively. Valve is also applying lessons learned from past Steam Deck supply management to upcoming Steam Frame and Steam Machine hardware.
Valve opens Steam Controller reservations, but it's "limited to one" per person, so you better act fastValve has opened reservations for the Steam Controller, limiting purchases to one per person to combat scalping. Buyers must log in with a Steam account that has made a prior purchase before April 27, 2026, and will have 72 hours to complete their order once notified. The company will begin fulfilling reservations next week in North America and the following weeks in other regions.
Valve tackles "incredibly frustrating" sold-out Steam Controller shortage with new reservation systemValve has introduced a reservation system for the Steam Controller to address stock shortages and combat reseller activity. The system allows users to reserve a place in line for when the controller is back in stock, with limitations to prevent scalping. This move comes after significant customer frustration over the initial sell-out of the newly released controller.
Steam Controller Reservations Begin on May 8th, as Valve Looks to “Limit Reseller Activity”Valve has implemented a reservation system for the Steam Controller, beginning May 8th, to manage high demand and limit reseller activity. Customers must be in good standing on Steam and have made a prior purchase to reserve a spot in the queue. Order fulfillment will begin next week in North America, with other regions to follow.- Steam Controller Reservations Reopen TomorrowValve has announced that reservations for the Steam Controller will reopen tomorrow at 1:00 PM EDT. The initial batch of orders, which opened on Monday, sold out immediately.
Still hoping to snag a Steam Controller after it sold out? You'll have to literally join a queue to get oneValve has announced a reservation queue system for the Steam Controller following its rapid sell-out. Starting May 8th, customers can join a queue to be notified when stock is available, with purchase limits and account restrictions in place to prevent scalping. Replenishment will vary by region, with North America and Europe/Australia receiving stock in the coming weeks.
Valve announce a reservation system for the new Steam ControllerValve has announced a reservation system for the Steam Controller due to high demand, with reservations opening on May 8th. This system mirrors the one used for the Steam Deck, allowing customers to secure a place in line for future orders. The company also detailed purchase limits, account standing requirements, and regional rollout plans for the controller, which remains priced at $99 USD.
Steam Controllers to come back in stock with reprise of Steam Deck reservation systemValve announced that the Steam Controller will be restocked using a reservation system similar to the one used for the Steam Deck. Reservations open on May 8, with fulfillment prioritizing the US and Canada first. This move aims to manage demand after the initial batch sold out rapidly.
Steam Controller reservations announced with scalper protection as Valve admits "the experience for a lot of you trying to buy it was incredibly frustrating"Valve has announced that reservations for the Steam Controller will open on May 8, following a frustrating launch on May 4 that was plagued by stock issues and scalping. The company acknowledged the negative experience for many customers and is implementing measures to address these problems.- Valve is restocking Steam Controllers tomorrow, but there’s several rules in place to secure oneValve is restocking the Steam Controller, with a reservation queue opening on May 8th. To secure one, accounts must be in good standing and have made a prior purchase on Steam before April 27, 2026. Purchases are limited to one per customer to prevent reseller activity.
Miss Out On The Steam Controller? More Are Coming May 8Valve is making more Steam Controllers available for preorder on May 8th at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET, following a sell-out on May 4th. To qualify for a preorder, users must have a Steam account in good standing that purchased a game before April 27, 2026, limiting purchases to one controller per user. This move aims to streamline the purchasing process and prevent bot accounts from acquiring the hardware.