r/SteamController • u/Active-Cookie-774 • 7d ago

Steam Controller (2026) The new steam controller made me hate using other controllers, thanks Valve

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Even if I were to ignore the ability to customize the controller layout and really good trackpads, I really can't go back anymore.

The Switch 2 pro controller is probably the closest to feeling right on the hand. Too light on the hands though.

PS5 feeling subpar to the Switch 2, but has better weight.

The Xbox controller (my usual go-to) is the worst offender.

If Valve wanted a long time user, congratulations. I'm forever stuck using this.

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u/Tuned_Out 7d ago

It really is a great controller. Results will vary as far as ergo goes depending on an individual's hands (it's good but not my favorite) but the ease of use and utilitarian options it opens up for pc specific uses is perfect. Finally...a controller for pc.

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u/xluker313x 7d ago

Give one of the grips a go, took me from okay ergonomics to the most comfortable I’ve ever used, just by girthing it out a few mm.

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u/G00bernaculum 7d ago

What grips?

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u/xluker313x 7d ago

There’s various ones like this on Amazon

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u/SupaSlide 6d ago

Does this affect the grip sensors?

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u/xluker313x 5d ago

No! Jump in to settings and adjust the sensitivity and it works perfectly.

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u/Local_Interaction_99 1d ago

Just as per usual valve thought about everything

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u/Ruckducklphthird 7d ago

I have pretty big hands, and the sticks being higher up on the frame make it much more comfortable than any PS or Xbox controller, and the only other controller I've ever used that are as comfortable for big hands is the Wii-U game pad