Gamepad Support
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World of Warcraft: Forever console ports seem inevitable as Blizzard wants you to play the MMO "wherever you want,…
Blizzard Entertainment executive Holly Longdale indicated that console versions of World of Warcraft: Forever are likely in the future, stating the studio wants players to be able to play "wherever you want, and at some point on whatever you want." While gamepad support is a primary focus for the new MMO, the possibility of releases on platforms like PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2 remains speculative.
Valve has added 'initial' SteamOS gamepad support for several new gaming handhelds, including the MSI Claw 8…
Valve has added initial gamepad support for several new gaming handhelds in the latest SteamOS Beta update. Devices like the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+, Ayaneo Pocket S2, Konkr Fit, and OneXPlayer Apex now have improved compatibility. This update signifies Valve's ongoing efforts to enhance SteamOS support for a wider range of PC gaming hardware.
Dragon Age: Origins is 'Unsupported' on Steam Deck, but it runs incredibly and it's currently only $3
Despite being officially 'Unsupported' on the Steam Deck, Dragon Age: Origins runs exceptionally well on the handheld PC. The article details how to overcome initial launcher issues, adjust graphics settings for native resolution, and utilize community-created gamepad layouts to achieve a smooth 60 FPS experience. The author concludes that the game is perfectly playable and enjoyable on the Steam Deck, requiring less tinkering than some 'Playable' rated titles.
The devs of EVE Online's survival spinoff are on a 'side quest' to get it on Steam Deck: 'Our goal is to get this to as many players as possible'
Developers at Fenris Creations are exploring Steam Deck compatibility for their upcoming MMO EVE Frontier, aiming to make the game accessible on as many platforms as possible. While not officially on the roadmap, the team is experimenting with Valve's handheld, noting that gamepad controls make it a strong candidate. The game's launcher and lack of traditional anti-cheat are minor hurdles compared to the initial challenge of implementing gamepad support.
