Valve Releases Steam Controller CAD Files Under Creative Commons License

With the rather excellent Steam Controller now on its technique to the lucky few that managed to order one, Valve has launched a full set of CAD recordsdata for his or her new {hardware}. The concept is to let thrilling modders create their very own Steam Controller add-ons, like skins, charging stands, grip extenders or smartphone mounts.

The Valve launch consists of recordsdata for the exterior shell (“surface topology”) of the Controller and Puck, with a .STP, .STL and engineering diagram of every gadget, with the latter exhibiting areas that should stay uncovered to let the gadget keep its sign energy and in any other case operate as designed.

Valve has beforehand launched CAD recordsdata for its Steam Deck handheld, Valve Index VR suite and even the unique Steam Controller a decade in the past, so this launch is welcomed however not surprising.

The launch is below a reasonably restrictive Creative Commons license which permits for non-commercial use and requires attribution and sharing of designs again to the group. However, the license additionally means that business entities keen on making equipment for the Steam Controller or its Puck can contact Valve straight to debate phrases.

What is your final Steam Controller or Steam Controller Puck accent? Let us know within the feedback beneath. For me, it might undoubtedly be a smartphone clip – enjoying by one thing comparatively low-stakes like Forza Horizon 6 by way of Moonlight sport streaming on a cellphone could be slick.