You can use an external controller with the Steam Deck if you prefer it docked rather than in handheld mode. These third‑party controllers are great options.

The divisive Steam Controller was the testing ground for some ideas (touchpads, rear buttons, haptics) that eventually found their way onto Valve’s Steam Deck. While the company hasn’t followed up its ...

Hori has been tapped to make a new official gamepad for Steam, launching October 31st in Japan. Hori has been tapped to make a new official gamepad for Steam, launching October 31st in Japan. is a ...

How do you use an external controller on Steam Deck? There is no shortage of PC controllers that are compatible with the Steam Deck, but connecting them to Valve's portable is done in a number of ways ...

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. The $60 gamepad comes with buttons for opening Steam menus and touch sensors on its joysticks. The $60 gamepad ...

Controller manufacturer Hori has announced a new Steam-focused wireless controller launching later this year. Hori's wireless Steam controller is officially licensed by Valve, and both companies ...

Playing an emulated Wii U game can now be a much more authentic experience thanks to the existence of the Steam Deck and a team of dedicated fans. Some old gaming systems are harder to emulate than ...