I am too—computer and old retro systems only. I have 2xDualsense, 2xXbox (latest) controller, 2xSwitch Pro, and 2xSteam controller for our computers. I’ll definitely be snagging two of these as they have better specs and more features than some of the “elite” or “pro” controllers that cost 1.5x as much or more.
I think it has more to do with where you play than what you play.
For PC games at a desk, keyboard and mouse are already the more precise control method. I know that, for myself, I’m only ever using controllers for the types of games where that format is ideal, at which point I don’t need the precision pointing of a mouse let alone a trackpad.
Meanwhile, I wouldn’t consider a handheld without trackpads because the places where I use one would make adding a mouse cumbersome and impractical.
Since getting the Steam Deck, I’ve never really thought to myself “I really wish I could control my mouse without taking my hand off this controller” while sitting at my desk.
IMO the best use-case for the Steam Controller, and particularly its touchpads, is playing from a couch in front of something like a TV or projector, or maybe from a very reclined position at a desk.
Yeah, but it’s announcement along with the steam machine is a clear indication it’s designed for situations where you wouldn’t use a mouse/keyboard. And in those situations having the thumpads is a game changer.
Not at all. I’m primarily a PC gamer and that price is just a little too steep for me.
I am too—computer and old retro systems only. I have 2xDualsense, 2xXbox (latest) controller, 2xSwitch Pro, and 2xSteam controller for our computers. I’ll definitely be snagging two of these as they have better specs and more features than some of the “elite” or “pro” controllers that cost 1.5x as much or more.
It probably depends on the games you play, but without the touchpads a significant number of pc games just don’t work well for a controller on PC.
I think it has more to do with where you play than what you play.
For PC games at a desk, keyboard and mouse are already the more precise control method. I know that, for myself, I’m only ever using controllers for the types of games where that format is ideal, at which point I don’t need the precision pointing of a mouse let alone a trackpad.
Meanwhile, I wouldn’t consider a handheld without trackpads because the places where I use one would make adding a mouse cumbersome and impractical.
Since getting the Steam Deck, I’ve never really thought to myself “I really wish I could control my mouse without taking my hand off this controller” while sitting at my desk.
IMO the best use-case for the Steam Controller, and particularly its touchpads, is playing from a couch in front of something like a TV or projector, or maybe from a very reclined position at a desk.
Yeah, but it’s announcement along with the steam machine is a clear indication it’s designed for situations where you wouldn’t use a mouse/keyboard. And in those situations having the thumpads is a game changer.