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{{Feature|Steam Input API}}
{{Infobox controller
|title        = Steam Controller
|cover        = Steam Controller.png
|xinput       = hackable
|connection method = USB-Micro, Bluetooth, Wireless dongle
|predecessor  = 
|successor    = [[Controller:Steam Deck|Steam Deck]]
|wikipedia    = Steam Machine (hardware platform)#Steam Controller
|steam appid  = 353370
}}

'''Key points'''
{{ii}} Connects via micro USB cable, Bluetooth, or wireless pairing dongle (included with the controller).
{{ii}} Analog dual-stage triggers (similar to the Nintendo GameCube controller's triggers).
{{++}} Adds full controller support to virtually any game because of [[Store:Steam#Steam Input|Steam Input]] integration with high customization and being able to use XInput, keyboard and mouse inputs.
{{++}} Can sync configurations across computers by [[Steam]] account.
{{--}} Does not function as a controller when used without [[Steam]] running (shows up as an [[#Technical information|HID device]]).<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamController/comments/40t4x3/is_there_any_way_yet_to_use_the_steam_controller/|title=Is there any way yet to use the Steam Controller as a gamepad without steam running? : SteamController|date=June 2023}}</ref> It can resolved by using unofficial tools.

'''General information'''
{{mm}} [https://store.steampowered.com/universe/controller/ Official site]
{{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/app/353370/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions]
{{mm}} See [https://store.steampowered.com/news/?feed=steam_client Steam Client changelog] and [https://steamcommunity.com/groups/SteamClientBeta#announcements Steam Client Beta changelog] for controller and controllers firmware updates.
{{mm}} [http://www.steamcontrollerdb.com/ Steam Controller Database] for controller configurations outside of Big Picture mode's community configs.

'''Inputs'''
* Motion sensing: 6 axis motion sensing (3 axis accelerometer, 3 axis gyroscope)
* 1 × clickable analog stick: {{Key|CS}}
* 2 × clickable trackpads
* 2 × clickable dual-stage analog triggers: {{Key|LT}}, {{Key|RT}}
* 2 × digital shoulder buttons: {{Key|LB}}, {{Key|RB}}
* 7 × digital buttons: {{Key|A}}, {{Key|B}}, {{Key|X}}, {{Key|Y}}, {{Key|sᴛᴀʀᴛ}}, {{Key|ʙᴀᴄᴋ}}, {{Key|Steam}}
* 2 × digital back buttons: {{Key|LG}}, {{Key|RG}}

==Availability==
{{Availability|
{{Availability/row | Steam | 353370 | unknown | Delisted in early December 2019, and ceased production around that time. | | Windows, OS X, Linux | unavailable}}
}}
{{ii}} {{store link|Amazon|B016KBVBCS}}

==Use with PC platforms==
===Windows===
{{ii}} Install/open the [[Steam]] client, go into Big Picture mode, then press the Steam button on the controller to turn it on and begin setup.
{{++}} Custom application [https://www.rewasd.com/ reWASD] lets remap whole controller and works without Steam application running. Software gives advanced customization options eg. reassigning paddles to keyboard or mouse actions, macros, activate custom modes etc.
{{ii}} [https://github.com/kozec/sc-controller/wiki/Running-SC-Controller-on-Windows Unofficial standalone driver] exists, albeit the functionality is limited comparing to its Linux counterpart or Steam.

====[https://www.rewasd.com/ reWASD]====
{{++}} Supports Steam controller via Bluetooth adapter, native dongle or cable,
{{++}} Paddles, touchpads, gyroscope and Steam button can be remapped.
{{++}} Since reWASD 5.5.1 update, Soft Press and Full Press triggers can be mapped separately.<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.rewasd.com/releases/release-5.5.1|title=reWASD 5.5.1|date=June 2023}}</ref>
{{++}} Can emulate the virtual [[Controller:DualShock 4|DualShock 4]] to play PS4 Remote Play or PS Now.
{{++}} Can emulate the virtual [[Controller:Xbox 360 Controller|Xbox 360 controller]] to play XInput compatible games.
{{ii}} Global config of Steam controller needs to be hidden from the system and other apps.
{{ii}} Custom configs for Steam controller can be found in official [https://www.rewasd.com/community/configs/gamepad/steam/ Community Configs Library] maintained by reWASD users.

===macOS===
{{ii}} Install/open the [[Steam]] client, go into Big Picture mode, then press the Steam button on the controller to turn it on and begin setup.
{{--}} Is prone to more issues than Windows and Linux.{{cn|November 2017}}

===Linux===
{{ii}} Install/open the [[Steam]] client, go into Big Picture mode, then press the Steam button on the controller to turn it on and begin setup.
{{ii}} Can work standalone without Steam by using custom [https://github.com/kozec/sc-controller driver and GUI].
{{ii}} For the Linux kernel version, [https://www.phoronix.com/scan.php?page=news_item&px=Steam-Controller-Linux-4.18 4.18 and above], the Steam Controller can be recognized a gamepad without Steam running.

==Steam==
{{++}} Capable of making full use of [[Store:Steam#Steam Input|Steam Input]].

===Steam Link compatibility===
{{++}} Native support. Wired or wireless works. All buttons are mapped correctly. 
{{++}} Works without any drivers on any operating system that supports Steam.
{{++}} Can be used just to send input from a controller to a PC. Go into Streaming options, hit Y and disable video and audio streaming.
{{ii}} Won't work great unless the streaming device is connected to LAN or a low latency Wi-Fi.

==Configuration==
{{Image|SteamController_Configuration.png|Configuration menu.}}
{{ii}} Refer to [[Store:Steam#Controller_Configurator|Controller Configurator]] on how to configure the controller.

===Supported style of input options===
{{Image|SteamController_StyleOfInput.png|Style of Input options in the controller configurator.}}
{{ii}} Style of Input options are available for both trackpads, the analog stick, and the ABXY face buttons.
* '''Mouse''' - ''Operates as a mouse. Will control any mouse-based interface such as a cursor or in-game camera.''
* '''Mouse Region''' - ''Use mouse input on a certain area on the screen; for example, moving around the minimap in a strategy game.''
* '''Touch Menu''' - ''Can make a menu that appears to use certain inputs; for example, making a weapon select for a game like [[Doom]].''
* '''Scroll Wheel''' - ''Will operate as a scroll wheel.''
* '''Directional Pad''' - ''Operates as a D-Pad. Any input can be assigned. Allows Diagonal pressing compared to Button Pad, but is missing Turbo options.''
* '''Button Pad''' - ''Operates as a button pad. Any input can be assigned. Doesn't allow Diagonal pressing but allows Turbo buttons (repeat inputs very quickly).''
* '''Joystick Move''' - ''Simulates a joystick. Intended for traditional joystick applications, like a twin-stick shooter.''
* '''Joystick Camera''' - ''Intended to control a camera. Can simulate the left and right joysticks, and also a mouse.''
* '''Mouse Joystick''' - ''Simulates a mouse but with joystick input. Intended for games that don't allow simultaneous mouse and controller input, like [[Fallout 4]].''

==Support in games==
{{ii}} The controller should be compatible with almost every game via its [[Store:Steam#Steam Input|Steam Input]] integration, although the level of support depends on the game. Refer to [[Store:Steam#Supported games|supported games for Steam Input]] for details.
{{ii}} [https://alia5.github.io/GloSC/ GloSC] is an unofficial tool that applies systemwide Steam Overlay. Useful for [[Microsoft Store]] games and other cases where Steam Overlay doesn't work properly.

===Games with API supports===
{{mm}} [[List of games that support Steam Input API]]

===Games with Steam button prompts===
{{mm}} [[List of games with Steam Controller button prompts]]
{{mm}} [[List of games with Xbox button prompts]] (in regards to face buttons, the left stick, and shoulder buttons)

===Games with official controller bindings===
{{mm}} [[List of games that support Steam Input presets]]

==Bluetooth Low Energy Firmware==
{{ii}} Allows to connect Steam Controller to iOS and Android devices (for streaming via Steam Link app) or PCs without using Wireless Dongle.
{{--}} Can no longer be done via Steam.
{{Fixbox|description=Update to BLE Firmware|ref=<ref name="r/SteamController">[https://old.reddit.com/r/SteamController/comments/16jp7sg/psa_for_anyone_in_need_of_a_firmware_update_for/ PSA: For anyone in need of a firmware update for Bluetooth... : r/SteamController]</ref>|fix=
# Download the [https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/steamworks_docs/russian/Steam_Controller_FW_Update_Tool_5b0f21bd.zip FW Update Tool].
# Extract the archive with programs like 7-Zip.
# Exit Steam.
# Connect Steam Controller via cable.
# Open the extracted folder.
# Launch the ble.bat file.
# Wait for the process to finish.
# Press Y + Steam buttons on Steam Controller to enter BLE Pairing mode.
# To rollback to original firmware, launch prod.bat file instead.

}}

==Issues fixed==
===Games with native support don't work===
{{Fixbox|1=
{{Fixbox/fix|Opt out of the Steam Client Beta|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}}}
# In the [[Steam]] client, go to Settings.
# In the General tab, under ''Beta participation'', click ''CHANGE...''
# In the drop-down list, select ''NONE - Opt out of all beta programs'' and restart Steam.
}}
 
==Other information==
===Technical information===
{{ii}} Installs itself as keyboard and mouse combo device, instead of controller and doesn't appear on Windows "Game Controllers" list. 
{{ii}} Device name: '''Steam Controller''' ''(4x HID compliant vendor-defined device)'', HWID: '''28DE:1102''' (controller) '''28DE:1142''' (dongle)
====Steam Not Running (aka Lizard Mode)====
{{ii}}The Steam Controller can be used as a mouse+keyboard remote for your computer. However, its behavior is very basic if Steam is not running in the background.
{{Standard table|Controller button|Button label and axis|content=
{{Standard table/row|Stick|Arrow Keys}}
{{Standard table/row|Left pad|Arrow Keys (Press)}}
{{Standard table/row|Right pad|Mouse Cursor}}
{{Standard table/row|A|Enter}}
{{Standard table/row|B|Escape}}
{{Standard table/row|LT|Mouse Right Click}}
{{Standard table/row|RT|Mouse Left Click}}
{{Standard table/row|Back|Tab}}
{{Standard table/row|Start|Escape}}
}}

====Steam Running in Background====
{{ii}} You can customize these bindings in Settings → Controller → Configurations → Desktop configuration<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamController/wiki/index#wiki_desktop_mode_bindings|title=Desktop Mode Bindings :: r/SteamController|date=June 2023}}</ref>
{{Standard table|Controller button|Button label and axis|content=
{{Standard table/row|A|Enter}}
{{Standard table/row|B|Spacebar}}
{{Standard table/row|X|Page Up}}
{{Standard table/row|Y|Page Down}}
{{Standard table/row|LB|Ctrl}}
{{Standard table/row|RB|Alt}}
{{Standard table/row|LT|Mouse Right Click}}
{{Standard table/row|RT|Mouse Left Click}}
{{Standard table/row|Back|Tab}}
{{Standard table/row|Start|ESC}}
{{Standard table/row|Left stick|Open On-Screen Keyboard (Press), Arrow Keys}}
{{Standard table/row|Left pad|Mouse Wheel (Circular Gesture), Mouse Middle Click (Press)}}
{{Standard table/row|Right pad|Shift (Press), Mouse Cursor}}
{{Standard table/row|Left grip|Browser Back}}
{{Standard table/row|Right grip|Browser Forward}}
{{Standard table/row|Guide button|Guide button}}
}}

==== Input lag ====
{{++}} Wired connection input lag: '''5.9 ms''' for button press and '''8.8 ms''' for joystick move.<ref name="rocketscience">[https://inputlag.rocketscience.fyi/ Ultimate Controller Comparison | Input lag, etc. (PS5, PS4, Xbox SX/Elite 2/One, eSwap Pro)]</ref>
{{ii}} Wireless connection input lag: '''11.1 ms''' for button press and '''13.7 ms''' for joystick move. Bluetooth connection input lag: '''13.3 ms'''.<ref name="rocketscience" />
{{Standard table|Connection|Input lag|content=
{{Standard table/row|USB (button press)|5.9 ms (± 2.8 ms)}}
{{Standard table/row|USB (joystick move)|8.8 ms (± 2.7 ms)}}
{{Standard table/row|2.4GHz Dongle (button press)|11.1 ms (± 3.0 ms)}}
{{Standard table/row|2.4GHz Dongle (joystick move)|13.7 ms (± 2.9 ms)}}
{{Standard table/row|Bluetooth (button press)|13.3 ms (± 3.9 ms)}}
}}

{{References}}
[[Category:Motion controlled gamepads]]
[[Category:Controllers with 3.5mm port]]
[[Category:Controllers with accelerometer]]
[[Category:Controllers with back buttons]]
[[Category:Controllers with Bluetooth connection]]
[[Category:Controllers with gyroscope]]
[[Category:Controllers with haptic feedback]]
[[Category:Controllers with touchpad]]