r/SteamController

So my smartwatch's metallic strap accidentally touched the Puck's exposed contacts and started sizzling due to a short circuit. The smartwatch was on its own charger and the strap of it hit the Puck at the exact wrong angle. Almost started a fire.

I consider this is completely my fault, so don't worry about me blaming Valve for this, I won't even open a support ticket. Just be careful if you have a metallic strap for your smartwatch or other metals around the Steam Puck, as when it's on the exposed contacts will start heating up anything they touch. Keep the Puck 1-2m separate from anything that can warm up or be metallic.

Xbox series elite controller has a similar exposed-pogo-pin design, as does my Pixel watch charger. So if these two are in close proximity they may arc.

Thankfully I caught it just in time, the damage is visual. My Pixel Watch 4 and Steam Puck are both fine. I'll wait until you can order Pucks separately.

The size is actually very similar to the DualSense and the buttons feel better than the Steam Deck, this controller exceeded my expectation, now i will be using it to play FH6.

Im definitely not the only one on here who has reported about this, but im one of the (un)lucky few whose controller has been sent to the uk.
So yippieee im getting a free game hehehehe

After spending some time with the Steam Controller, I can confidently say that it is definitely one of the controllers I have used. The overall experience feels very present, especially when you are holding it and interacting with the buttons, which do respond when pressed.

In terms of design, it certainly has a shape, and that shape affects the way it feels in the hand in ways that are difficult to ignore. The layout exists, the features are there, and the controller gives you things to notice while using it.

The more time you spend with it, the more you begin to understand that it is a device made for controlling things. Whether that is good or bad depends mostly on what you expect from a controller and how strongly you feel about controllers in general.

Pros:
• The buttons can be pressed.
• It has a noticeable shape.
• Holding it feels like holding something.
• The features are present.
• The experience continues while you use it.

Cons:
• The shape may feel like a shape.
• Some buttons require pressing.
• The experience depends on experiencing it.
• It may not be ideal for people who do not want a controller.
• Using it involves using it.

Overall, I would say it offers a very controller-like experience, with advantages and disadvantages that become apparent depending on whether you like or dislike the things it does.

Couldn't wait for a potential extremerate shell kit so here we are... Ngl applying this was A LOT easier than I assumed it would be.

Inspiration from u/shadyallie here. This sub doesn't allow videos or galleries so more details and video posted here on Imgur.

Mods are:

1. Clear coat (Rust-oleum 2x) which was lightly sanded down with 2500 grit paper (the coat's causing the slightly distressed look)
2. A drawer pull as a handle using screw-in rivets
3. Velcro PC cable ties repurposed as locking mechanism
4. Paper hinge reinforced with electrical tape followed by cardboard colored tape.

Wanted to the clear coat for a bit more longevity and protection from dirt and finger grease. Was a bit worried that the coat would cause discoloration. Immediately after I sprayed on the clear coat, it looked VERY distressed and took on a darker hue like pictured here. After about 24 hours though, it lightened. A little bit of a distressed look remains but I like that.

Was intent on using as much stuff I already had on hand as possible. That's why the attaching mechanism is made of Velcro PC cable ties. There are 4 cable ties in total. All of them have the soft (loop) side facing outwards. The ones on the underside are glued and taped to the inside after I routed them in though holes I dremelled in the back. The ones in the front are routed in through slits and wrapped/hooked around a metal rod I repurposed from a hanger. I used no glue here so I that I could replace these if necessary. The hook (rough) side of the Velcro is only used on these front cable ties, so would be the ones that could need replacing.

Honestly, I spent a while set up the controller for use with Deadlock, doom and the desktop. But then, just as I was about to start actually playing, I got obsessed with (repurposing / reusing) the box. Must have been a cat in another life ...

Ordered on May 20, arrived today.
I was worried it might feel too big since I have tiny hands, but the ergonomics are surprisingly great. Fits perfectly.

I got this yesterday but I didn’t see it!

Posting this as I finished applying my Dbrand skin. I wanted a dual tone look to match my Steam Deck, but Dbrand decided you either get all of the controller or the bottom of it.

And I took that personally. One razer blade and a lot of patience later, I have the look I wanted. The cuts aren't perfect, but I am satisfied with my work.

Gonna play around with the controller when I get home from work, but immediate first impressions while holding it is this might he the most comfortable controller I've ever held.

Hey guys, I got the controller shipping box, but something was off like something was loose in it. And when I opened it, only the controller, the puck and this little seal piece was in it, I didn't get the box with the fr*nch quote on it. Help!

The Ryubing Canary builds now support the SC2 (including gyro!!) without steam input. This thing is going to be fantastic for switch emulation. Currently playing TOTK in glorious 60 fps

GLS is a different beast. Ngl

It takes fucking ages to get through all of these actions that are randomly scattered around and pick the one you want