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Steam Controller - US$43.66 Shipped (~AU$58.40) @ Amazon US

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The Steam Controller is on sale from Valve as part of the Summer Sale for $35 USD, however they still aren't shipping to Australia.

Amazon however have matched the sale price and will ship to Australia for a reasonable price (worked out to ~$8.50 shipping for me, living in country Victoria).

This is $20 AUD off the normal price, cheaper than refurbished units, so if you were interested in picking one up, now is the time.

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  • aous on 25/06/2016 - 10:46
    +1

    Can any user of a Steam controller give some feedback on what they think? Is it worth it?

    • mrblu on 25/06/2016 - 11:20
      +3

      From what I've researched, it's one of those things that:

      1) Takes time getting used to (do not underestimate how different it is to conventional controllers)
      2) Works like a dream AFTER you spend time tinkering with it

    • PainToad on 25/06/2016 - 11:22
      +3

      Doesn't seem to work too well.

      https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQLiTVm…

      • PainToad on 25/06/2016 - 18:25
        +7

        Well I thought my joke was funny :(

        • AussieGargain on 25/06/2016 - 20:01

          It was funny. It just some people take negging for fun.

    • Alzori on 25/06/2016 - 12:45
      +4

      I've got one, it's my preferred controller now (vs. ps3/xbox360). Customisation is fantastic. Works great for Rocket League, and I've played through the new Wolfenstein using it too so it works well for shooters. As mrblu said, it takes a little while to get used to and to learn what you can do with it, but it works well. You'll probably need to spend a little time with each new game to make it work the way you want, but it's great once it does.

      EDIT: I do think it's good value, though I paid $90 to get it shipped on release and I was happy with that too :P

    • geebee on 25/06/2016 - 14:00
      +1

      Its brilliant, I have had mine for 6 months now, if you want plug and play buy a normal controller, if you are happy to at least tweak the community templates you will be amazed at the level of customisation and accuracy.
      I use it for most of my internet use as well now on my desktop.
      Apparently going from a normal controller to it is harder due to muscle memory, I found going from a trackball and keyboard to it a piece of cake.

      I have previously tried several controllers and they ended up in a box somewhere due to the loss of accuracy on a PC.

      mrblu is spot on.

      • Diji1 on 26/06/2016 - 14:44
        +1

        I use it for most of my internet use

        o.0 ?

        How does that work, does most of your internet not involve typing?

        • geebee on 26/06/2016 - 16:01

          I use it for browsing and use a keyboard for longer text input, a lot of url's are ones I have used before so only a couple of letters and hit return on the controller, more relaxed and helps with repetitive strain injuries etc.
          I have a badly damaged shoulder but even without that I would still use it for most browsing as it is so much more relaxing especially when your feet are up on the desk :)

        • geebee on 27/06/2016 - 15:32

          Just occurred to me that maybe you did not know the controller has a typing interface?
          It's slower than a keyboard but very convenient.

    • gruso on 25/06/2016 - 14:04
      +3

      I've had one since launch. They're amazing - IF you're enthusiastic about custom control schemes. The depth of configuration is insane, and they continuously roll out firmware updates that add new features. Here's the most recent example of the kind of stuff they're adding:

      http://steamcommunity.com/games/353370/announcements/detail/…

      You don't have to be a mad scientist to use one of course. They are detected as an Xbox controller by default, and you can pretty well pick up and play. But if pick up and play is your only interest, and you never want to be bothered with configs, firmware updates etc etc, an Xbone controller might be the better option.

      • Diji1 on 26/06/2016 - 14:48

        Hehe, that is waay better than any console controller :D

    • wings bubbin boaz on 25/06/2016 - 19:52

      its worth the weight

      • devpress on 26/06/2016 - 16:19

        it doesn't weigh all that much … I see what you did there??

    • wamo on 28/06/2016 - 15:24

      I've had the Steam Controller since may. At first it feels quite foreign (will take about 3 to 5 hours to get used to it) but once you get used to it its pretty awesome.

      Definitely worth the price.

  • DASHCAM NOW DUDE on 25/06/2016 - 10:53
    +2

    http://www.pcpowerplay.com.au/review/steam-controller,417584

    This is a postive review thst mentions the community generated profiles makes it great.

  • MrPants on 25/06/2016 - 11:15
    +1

    I ended up getting one, I have been eyeing one off for a while, but was waiting for steam to ship to Australia, so bit the bullet

    Lets see how it goes compared to a xbox 360 controller

  • megatallica on 25/06/2016 - 11:51

    Might be worth getting for development… thanks kapone

  • lyl on 25/06/2016 - 12:23
    +1

    steam link has also dropped in price

  • Spawn Peak on 25/06/2016 - 12:26

    Anyone used his to play Vampires the Masquerade: Bloodlines and Oblivion? Any impressions?

    • johnno07 on 26/06/2016 - 11:43

      Anyone used his to play Vampires the Masquerade: Bloodlines

      I would guess the number of people using a Steam controller to play this game is roughly 6. Otherwise, I imagine it would work just as well as it does in any other Source game. Which is hopefully excellent, given it would be a bit broken if Valve's controller didn't work with their game engine.

  • trippy on 25/06/2016 - 12:34
    +1

    I ordered one thanks OP. I just received the steam link from the sale a while back and it is pretty awesome. The steam controller should make it complete.

    • Elijha on 25/06/2016 - 16:18

      just curious about the steam link power plug / cable I assume it is a US one but is it standard can I swap it out or is there a power brick involved? I see its also reduced so I'm tempted to order both.

      • dirtybird on 25/06/2016 - 17:13

        Steam Link from what I could source included a variety of interchangeable plugs, AU being one of them.

      • trippy on 25/06/2016 - 22:29
        +3

        Yeah, the packaging is pretty awesome and when you open it up there are three different, exchangeable power plugs lined up that you can replace the US plug on the power adapter with. One of those is an Aussie plug.

        • salem on 26/06/2016 - 10:50

          I also read you don't need the steam controller dongle on the steam link as it has a built-in receiver. Would be good if you can confirm once you have both? (I have the controller but my link is still on the way…)

        • sys2061 on 26/06/2016 - 17:56
          +2

          @salem: I have both, and yes, the Steam Link does have a built-in receiver for the Steam Controller.

        • salem on 26/06/2016 - 17:57

          @sys2061: sweet :)

  • Dr PhilGood on 25/06/2016 - 12:45

    Ordered one, thanks OP! Seems like it would be a good controller for jets/choppers in the BF games.

  • Austinpei on 25/06/2016 - 13:54

    I have one, and it's perfect for dark souls. Has left and right grips under controller which you can use to change what different buttons do. Have my right one set up to auto lock, while left changes the A B X Y buttons which changes my inventory, weapons and spells, which is perfect for changing to what I need while on the run. Plenty of other options for other games to do what works best for you. The right pad takes a bit of getting used to but become second nature after a while, but you can also change so it acts like a mouse or a joystick - if you stick with you will reap rewards in the long run.

  • cheesecactus on 25/06/2016 - 14:13
    +2

    Save an extra 1USD by shipping to a parcelpoint (much more convenient for me, the liquor barons right next to my house is open late and is great for picking up packages).

    • [Deactivated] on 25/06/2016 - 22:51

      Haha that's fantastic. Get some awesome craft beer with your Steam Controller!

  • Fishesass on 25/06/2016 - 16:14
    +4

    $1400 on a htc vive. $250 on steam vr games with summer sale.. And now this.. Valve has emptied my pockets. Wife's going to freak when she sees cc

    • Elijha on 25/06/2016 - 16:20

      I'm curious about the 'landing' price of the Vive but havn't seen any one say specifically what the cost plus GST + duty ended up being (obvious there would be a exchange rate fluctuation).

      • skazclaw on 25/06/2016 - 20:10
        +2

        About $1230 AUD for Vive + $203 for customs. In my case.

        • salem on 26/06/2016 - 10:52

          i thought the vive came with a pair of gyro controllers? is there a need for a steam controller too? (or is the steam controller for your non-vive games?)

        • skazclaw on 26/06/2016 - 14:10

          @salem: The Vive comes with 2 controllers specifically for VR, but I also would like this controller for regular games.

  • neu11 on 25/06/2016 - 16:29

    how does it fair with fighting games?

  • devpress on 25/06/2016 - 19:32

    Any idea on how to configure the controller? I own one but am a bit clueless…

    Also, how does one use a configuration file that someone else has created?

    • salem on 26/06/2016 - 11:04
      +1

      in big picture mode, navigate into a game in your library, then choose 'manage game' then 'controller configuration'.

      there you can select any control and change what it does.

      if you hit X in that screen you can browse published schemes and import them.

  • Axelstrife on 25/06/2016 - 19:40

    Hmm so hard to decide this or xbox one controller

    • kapone on 25/06/2016 - 19:48

      From what I've read, the XBox One controller just isn't worth the asking price compared to the 360 controller.

      I was looking at picking up another 360 controller myself after one of the buttons died on my wireless one, but have always been interested in the Steam Controller, particular as main input for my HTPC given the ability to work as a mouse.

      • [Deactivated] on 25/06/2016 - 22:49
        +7

        I'll disagree here and pimp for the X1. The sticks are just that little bit more fluid, the buttons are a little better, and the dpad is great for auxillary functions, a million miles better than the mushy 360 dpad. Also it just feels better in the hand IMO. Well worth the extra dough, just get the revised one with 3.5mm jack and better bumpers.

        • johnno07 on 26/06/2016 - 11:46

          +1000
          Don't know what you've been reading kapone, but the X1 controller is quite a bit better. Lash out and spend the extra $30.

        • kapone on 27/06/2016 - 10:05

          @johnno07:
          I wasn't saying that the X1 controller wasn't better than the 360, just that the price difference between the two makes it hard to justify an X1 controller for PC.

          Personally I've gone with the Steam controller as I'm interested in the touchpad functionality for more than just gaming.

    • johnno07 on 26/06/2016 - 11:52

      The Xbox One controller is a better standard controller, as far as I can see. The touchpad on the Steam controller gives you some more flexibility when it comes to games that are traditionally terrible with a normal controller (e.g. Civ). I play all sorts of games, and I am very happy with my Xbox controller. Speaking from what I've seen/heard/read, as I don't own one.

  • IDontWantToSignUpJu… on 25/06/2016 - 21:50
    +1

    Any sales on Steam Link?

    EDIT: Looks like it's also on sale on amazon for $35 USD.

  • Diji1 on 25/06/2016 - 23:35

    Think I'd prefer to get the Corsair Lapdog. Or there's at least two other similar products from other companies.

    http://www.anandtech.com/show/10300/corsair-lapdog-review

    But that said I have no experience at all with either this or the Steam Controller so this is a pretty much worthless opinion at this point :D

    • kasp on 26/06/2016 - 08:56

      Yeah those setups seem clunky and messy. One of the big issues with gaming on the couch is using your lap isnt ideal and there are plenty of couches which would make a setup like the lapdog annoying.

      The other issue is clutter great you are done now you have to deal with a large kb and Mouse setup to pack away. Wheredo you put it without it looking like shit? If you do it quickly you will have messy cables everywhere. Or properly you need to roll up lengthy cables even wireless kb and mouses dont really mame this setup better.

      Even if you do go ahead with it is not as accurate as people using desks. So you might as well lose some more accuracy and use the steam co troller with its easy and clean setup.

      • Diji1 on 26/06/2016 - 10:12

        What clutter? There's one cable.

        According to that review by a casual gamer there was no difference in using the mouse - which only makes sense since you are only using arm or only forearm muscles to move it ;)

        Biggest issue is heat according to someone using it.

        • kasp on 26/06/2016 - 20:38

          The keyboard and mouse itself and that one cable which has to be at least 6 foot. Due to the size of it it isnt the same just think where are you going to put it when its not in use? Either you need to unplug it and wrap it up and put in a shelf somewhere or it will be a mess.

          Ergonomically using a keyboard and mouse on your lap is nowhere near as good as on a desk. Workable single player but if yo play online prepare to get slaughtered. Since it is on your lap the surface isnt stable as well.

          The guy only used it for a few hours and playing single player. You can play single player with a controller with no issues.

    • johnno07 on 26/06/2016 - 11:48

      While the Lapdog has its upsides (namely, the fact that you are using a standard M/KB), it's pretty clearly a clunkier solution than a single, wireless controller.

      • Diji1 on 26/06/2016 - 14:42

        Certainly.

  • [Deactivated] on 26/06/2016 - 03:59
    +2

    Curiosity got the better of me. Got one.

  • salem on 26/06/2016 - 11:09
    +1

    I have had one of these for a few weeks. Tweaking config is certainly required. Don't expect to love it just out of the box. Build quality, button response, and community support is top notch. Lacking in instructions from Valve themselves on how to actually get the most out of it though. Took some good googling to start to get to grips with it.

  • PlanetOfTheShapes on 26/06/2016 - 13:43

    Out of stock, although you can order and they'll ship when it becomes available. That's what I did, hopefully it doesn't take too long!

    • trippy on 26/06/2016 - 22:54

      I did that when the Steam link was out of stock last time. It took two weeks or so for it to come back in stock. Shipping was a week or so.

  • grang on 29/06/2016 - 01:10

    Just bought both controller and live. thx (about USD 90 with shipping).

    The shipping was not quite double, but not the lowest (USD7 (Controller) and USD10 (Live) - I was charged USD13 for both to a pickup location.

    Kids have been my office with Lego marvel game for too long. This game should stream well to the TV and plug in the two Logitech controllers for them they are used to (5 and 7 yrs)

  • TrailerTrash on 01/07/2016 - 23:36

    thanks!! ended up getting 2 x to get the kids more involved in multiplayer!

  • Hashstrid on 13/07/2016 - 10:32

    Think the deal has expired now

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