The Steam controller gives up the physical buttons platformer games are designed for in order to provide higher resolution input for other genres, such as FPS's

The Steam controller gives up the physical buttons platformer games are designed for in order to provide higher resolution input for other genres, such as FPS's. This review is therefore looking at one of the Steam controllers weak points, so a positive verdict on a prototype is very encouraging. Another interesting feature of these touchpads is that they may prove more durable than traditional joysticks. Even though I don't game much these days, I've still managed to wear out the sticks on one Xbox360 controller and the D-Pad on another. If the clicking mechanics on the Steam controller pads are made bomber, they should be very durable!