HORI, a producer of well-liked gaming equipment have at this time revealed the Wi-fi Horipad for Steam. So in the event you’re in want of a gamepad, this is likely to be for you.
The principle factor that issues me right here for Linux and Steam Deck help, is their point out of a devoted app for it. We have seen earlier than from the likes of 8BitDo, that sure buttons on their controllers (like again paddles) require a devoted app and so can’t be configured instantly on Linux / Steam Deck.
On this case although, HORI do present a shot of Steam Enter which has the again paddles listed on it, so maybe we’d see full Steam Enter help for it. Contemplating it is a devoted Steam controller, it will be odd in the event you could not alter every part in Steam Enter. They do additionally point out Steam Deck repeatedly too.
Options:
- Again paddles (L4/R4) and 2 further customized buttons (M1/M2) proper on the underside.
- A devoted Fast Entry button.
- Assist for Bluetooth, XInput and DirectInput, however appears XInput solely through Wired connection.
- Estimated 12 hour battery life (3.5 hours to completely cost).
- Gyro within the “Steam mode”. With the sticks having a contact sensor too.
- Speedy fireplace skill on face buttons (ABXY).
Their information mentions it does not have vibration although, or a microphone port.
Up to now, it appears to be solely introduced through their Japanese retailer with no point out on their USA or UK shops. Worth in keeping with their web page is 9,780 Japanese Yen, so about £50 GBP / $60 USD.
Replace: in a information publish about Steam Enter, Valve confirmed they’ve added help for the brand new HORIPAD for Steam they usually “labored with HORI’s staff to make their controller work effectively with Steam Enter”.