Starting in October, Steam will make it easier for you to know if a game supports Sony’s DualSense or DualShock controllers. The update comes from Valve, the company behind Steam, as they aim to make the platform more controller-friendly.
Steam is also making some games more friendly for PlayStation controllers
Developers will now fill out a survey in Steamworks, a set of tools provided by Valve. This lets them say if their game works well with different types of controllers, including Xbox and Sony’s DualShock and DualSense. When you’re shopping for a new game, you’ll be able to see this info right on the Steam store.
The move comes as more people are using Sony controllers on Steam. In 2018, just 11% of all gaming sessions on Steam used a Sony controller. That number is now up to 27%. Overall, 87 million Steam users have played a game using some sort of controller since 2017. Most used Xbox controllers, but a good number also used PlayStation controllers and others.
This update is the first in a series aimed at making Steam more friendly for different controllers. The goal is to make it easier for you to pick games that you know will work well with the gear you already have.
So, if you’re a gamer who’s been unsure about which games will work with your Sony controller, Steam is making that choice easier. It’s a step toward making the gaming experience better for everyone, no matter what hardware they use.
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