XCOM 2 natively supports Steam Controller

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XCOM 2 doesn’t have controller support on launch. Unless you have a Steam Controller.

Firaxis has announced that it’s been working with Valve to add native Steam Controller support for XCOM 2. The feature is available starting today, launch day, for anyone with the controller.

This is just an initial configuration, however, and Firaxis said it’s looking for feedback as well as other configurations the community comes up with. It’s still unfortunate XCOM 2 does not support more popular PC controllers like the Xbox or PlayStation ones, at least on launch.

Here’s what the official config currently allows you to do:

Use a different control scheme based on the in-game situation
Experience precise and responsive 1:1 camera controls using the touchpads in the Geoscape and the Tactical view
Instantly select your ability with the flexibility of the controller’s Touch Menus

In addition, a new bundle is available that gets you the Steam Controller and a copy of the game at 40 percent discount. If you already had the game pre-ordered through Steam, you can still benefit from the discount on the controller if you decide to take the plunge.

Posted: Feb 05, 2016 3:47 pm
Related Forum: PC Gaming Forum

Source: http://www.vg247.com/2016/02/05/xcom-2-steam-controller-support-and-discounted-bundle/

Comments

OGPosted: Sat. Mar 05, 2016

I wonder if it will work in the future without necesaeily needing a steam controller

EarthbornPosted: Wed. Mar 02, 2016

Pretty cool, I like how they've added support but personally I prefer to use a wired Xbox One controller to play PC games. Typically depends on the game I'm playing but non the less it's great to see support for the Steam Controller.

SeamPosted: Wed. Mar 02, 2016

DeluxeHazard It would be great if Firaxis would also make XCOM 2 compatible with the Xbox and Playstation controllers.

100% agree with you here, I tend to use a wired 360 controller to play on PC for certain games, would be nice to have a wider range of compatibility

DeluxeHazardPosted: Sun. Feb 28, 2016

It would be great if Firaxis would also make XCOM 2 compatible with the Xbox and Playstation controllers.

ValorPosted: Thu. Feb 25, 2016

Good for the people who actually have a steam controller

AR15Posted: Sun. Feb 21, 2016

Pro XCOM2 Looks like a pretty good game, I wonder if you can use a xbox controller with it.

News post XCOM 2 doesnt have controller support on launch. Unless you have a Steam Controller.

Nope, only supports the Steam controller right now.

ProPosted: Tue. Feb 16, 2016

XCOM2 Looks like a pretty good game, I wonder if you can use a xbox controller with it.

KxrLPosted: Wed. Feb 10, 2016

Mickers Steam controllers are over rated anyhow.

Yeah I can't see them being a big it anyhow

ProPosted: Mon. Feb 08, 2016

The steam controller is horrid. Will never see me with one of them. They just look well too futuristic if you ask me and they also do not look comfortable to hold in your hand, but I could be wrong.