Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
The wait is finally over! We are going hands-on with the all-new $99 Valve Steam Controller to see if it's the ultimate PC gaming upgrade. In this first look, we dive into the massive hardware improvements over the 2015 original, testing out the new drift-free TMR analog sticks. Now we just need the Steam Machine!
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00:00 - Intro & Unboxing the New Steam Controller
00:33 - First Impressions, Weight & Build Quality
01:13 - The 2.4GHz Wireless Puck (Low Latency)
02:05 - Old vs. New: Original Steam Controller Comparison
02:52 - Connecting to the Steam Deck (Bluetooth vs. Puck)
04:04 - No Drift! Testing the TMR Analog Sticks
04:35 - Native SteamOS Features & Left/Right Menus
05:18 - Controller Settings & Find My Controller Ping
06:31 - Grip Sensors & Gyro Controls Explained
07:20 - Steam Input Settings Deep Dive
07:53 - D-Pad Test (Street Fighter 6)
08:36 - Windows Compatibility Drawbacks (Watch Before Buying)
09:27 - Trigger Sensitivity Test (Forza Horizon 5)
10:45 - Final Verdict: Is it Worth $99?
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The wait is finally over! We are going hands-on with the all-new $99 Valve Steam Controller to see if it's the ultimate PC gaming upgrade. In this first look, we dive into the massive hardware improvements over the 2015 original, testing out the new drift-free TMR analog sticks. Now we just need the Steam Machine!
Learn More Here: store.steampowered.com/sale/steamcontroller
Follow Me On Twitter: twitter.com/theetaprime
Follow Me On Instagram: instagram.com/etaprime
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Windows 11 Pro Key($25):biitt.ly/RUZiX
Windows 11 Home Key($23):biitt.ly/SQKqi
Windows 10 Pro OEM Key($20):biitt.ly/KpEmf
Windows10 Home Key($17):biitt.ly/2tPi1
Windows 10 LTSC 2021 Key($15): biitt.ly/W564e
Office 2019 pro key($63):biitt.ly/o0OQT
2016 pro key($32): biitt.ly/xWmvn
Buy Windows 11 Pro Key at: vip-urcdkey.com
DISCLAIMER: This video and description contains affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I’ll receive a small commission at no extra cost to you!
00:00 - Intro & Unboxing the New Steam Controller
00:33 - First Impressions, Weight & Build Quality
01:13 - The 2.4GHz Wireless Puck (Low Latency)
02:05 - Old vs. New: Original Steam Controller Comparison
02:52 - Connecting to the Steam Deck (Bluetooth vs. Puck)
04:04 - No Drift! Testing the TMR Analog Sticks
04:35 - Native SteamOS Features & Left/Right Menus
05:18 - Controller Settings & Find My Controller Ping
06:31 - Grip Sensors & Gyro Controls Explained
07:20 - Steam Input Settings Deep Dive
07:53 - D-Pad Test (Street Fighter 6)
08:36 - Windows Compatibility Drawbacks (Watch Before Buying)
09:27 - Trigger Sensitivity Test (Forza Horizon 5)
10:45 - Final Verdict: Is it Worth $99?
#valve #steamcontroller #etaprime
THIS VIDEO IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY!
