Steam Controller
Valve · 2015 · PC
Overview
Valve's unconventional controller with dual trackpads, HD haptics, and deep Steam Input configurability. Discontinued but beloved by its community.
Technical Details
Output modes
- Default
28DE:1102 - Default
28DE:1142 - Wireless dongle (2.4G RF)
28DE:1142
Community testing
Real controller-tester sessions on joypad.ai matched to this device by its hardware ID.
Specifications
Rumble: HD haptics on both trackpads
Motion: 6-axis IMU
Trigger Type: dual-stage (analog + digital click)
Button Layout: A B X Y + 2 grip buttons
Native Compatibility
Works natively with these platforms (no adapter needed):
With a Joypad adapter, also works on additional consoles — see adapter compatibility below.
Joypad Adapter Compatibility
This controller works with the following Joypad adapters powered by joypad-os:
DIY Build Guides
Build your own adapter for the Steam Controller with these step-by-step guides:
Test This Controller
Connect your Steam Controller and test its buttons, analog sticks, analog triggers, motion, and touchpad — right in your browser.
🎮 Test this controllerSupport Status
Supported inputs: 16 buttons, 1 analog stick, 2 analog triggers, motion, and touchpad.
No output feedback is available for this device.
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