Lenovo took a page out of Nintendo’s book by making the two controllers removable from the screen. But the Legion Go goes even further. The right controller functions as a mouse, bringing handheld gamers even closer to the PC experience....
Microsoft has started testing a new gamepad keyboard layout in Windows 11 that’s designed for Xbox controllers. The gamepad keyboard layout improves the on-screen keyboard in Windows 11, so you can use an Xbox controller to type or navigate around the OS. The gamepad keyboard isnow in testin...
Using a Steam controller on the Steam Deck: Since the Steam Deck essentially has the same inputs as Valve's own controller, you can use its buttons and trackpads the same way. You're just missing two extra grips on the back. Wired What about wired controllers? Yep, those totally work...
(One note here if you're also installing Duckstation: it has two interfaces, and "DuckStationNoGUI" is the one you want to add to Steam. It's built to play nice with controllers.) The biggest gaming news, reviews and hardware deals Keep up to date with the most important stories and ...
Steam Deck also has Bluetooth, which “allows for a wide variety of wireless peripherals - from controllers to headsets, keyboards, and mice.” How Does the Steam Deck Compare to the Nintendo Switch? When the Steam Deck was announced, many were quick to begin comparing it to the Nintendo Sw...
Efficiency is paramount for portable devices like the Steam Deck as you want to produce as little heat as possible and at the same time improve battery life. Larger-capacity drives do peak at higher wattage, and some drives use older technology. For example, 28nm SSD controllers can negatively...
Connectivity Options –You can connect the Steam Deck to all kinds of different controllers (wired or USB), Docks add a keyboard+Mouse or even connect it to a home Arcade machine. For more in this area, please see this section. Storage Expansion –Every Steam Deck includes internal storage....
it's probably one of the game's least exciting features. You can play co-op with both a keyboard + controller or two controllers, but you must manually configure your second controller for it to function properly. Additionally, though there is an "Auto" feature meant to automatically detect...
If PlayStation controllers are more your speed, the PlayStation 5 DualSense controller is a great option. It’s the best accessory you can add when playing the Steam Deck docked. Of course, you’re completely free of wires, so you’ll have ultimate freedom when playing. And the DualSense...
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