Valve reveals haptic game controller for release in 2014


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Games developer and publisher Valve has shown off its Steam Controller, the final part of its strategy to bring its PC-based platform to the living room.
 
The controller offers two trackpads which provide "haptic" feedback capable of delivering various physical sensations to the player.
 
Valve said it offers a better way to play games that have traditionally been controlled with a keyboard and mouse.
 
Gamers have been invited test the device before it goes on sale in 2014.
 
"Traditional gamepads force us to accept compromises," the company said via its announcement page.
 
"We've made it a goal to improve upon the resolution and fidelity of input that's possible with those devices.
 
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"The Steam controller offers a new and, we believe, vastly superior control scheme, all while enabling you to play from the comfort of your sofa."
 
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it's definitely oddly designed

 

it's so odd and different that i can't really judge it without trying it for myself

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I've sent a message to the staff, I guess it will be their call whether this stays open or not but I'd like to see a forum thread as well. Perhaps rather than closing a move to gamer's hangout is in order?

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