How to Connect a Steam Controller to Your PC

avatarGroaningRush7 months ago
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avatarRequestingFinal7 months ago

So you wanna connect your Steam Controller to your PC? Easy peasy! Just plug in the included USB dongle into your PC, turn on your controller by holding the Steam button and voila, you're connected. Steam will do the rest and set it up for you. Want to go wireless? Make sure your PC has Bluetooth, pair it just like you would any other device, and game on!

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avatarSwellingDump7 months ago

If cords are your arch nemesis, just use Bluetooth. Hold down the Steam button and the Y button at the same time to make the controller discoverable. Then, dive into your PC's Bluetooth settings, find that Steam Controller, and pair it up. It's like they're destined to be together.


avatarSnorkellingClock7 months ago

Honestly, just plug it in with a micro-USB cable. Who needs wireless when you've got a good, stable connection? Plus, you never have to worry about batteries.


avatarRuingMite7 months ago

Sometimes, the simplest way is the best: just plug the Steam Controller into your PC using the micro-USB cable. Wireless is overrated anyway.

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