Based on the description on their site, the controller includes a built-in battery: "8.39 Wh Li-ion battery​, 35+ hours of gameplay… "

That was disappointing for me. Specially condidering the Steam Frame’s controllers make use of AA batteries: “​One replaceable AA battery per controller, ​ 40hr battery life​”

AA Batteries might not be as convenient to use, but being able to replace them is a great advantage. All my Xbox360 controllers still work fine, but none of my PS3’ Dualshock 3s.

The official docking station could be used to recharge (rechargables) AA batteries so the functionality could remain the same.

  • DampCanary@lemmy.worldEnglish
    31·
    5 days ago

    and do what while it’s charging, jack-off?
    It wouldn’t be such an issue if battery was plug-n-play type
    and chargable outside controller

    • 0ops@piefed.zipEnglish
      41·
      5 days ago

      Get some sun? 35hrs is quite awhile.

      Also fuck off with that attitude, you’re getting all worked up about a fucking toy. Grow up

      • DampCanary@lemmy.worldEnglish
        1·
        5 days ago

        What I do with my weekend is none of your fucking business
        maybe some weekends I’d like to forget work and binge a game

        • 0ops@piefed.zipEnglish
          4·
          5 days ago

          Please by all means, I just ask that you save your vitriol for something a little more important than game controller power supply. There’s no jack-offs here, we’re just having a discussion.