Deadlock: How to Play Valves New Hit Game with a Controller

Looking to play Deadlock with a controller? You’re not alone! Deadlock has its own unique controls and not everyone is a fan of using a keyboard. The good news is, the game is indeed controller compatible.

Deadlock, Valve’s team-based multiplayer game, has taken the gaming community by storm. Since the early streaming restrictions have been lifted, more and more players are showing interest, especially those who prefer using a controller.

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Everything You Need to Know About Deadlock’s Controller Compatibility

For those who aren’t aware, the game is still in development. The official Steam page makes it clear that it still contains a lot of temporary art and experimental gameplay.

Currently, Deadlock is in closed beta and doesn’t offer native controller support. However, there is a way to play with a controller via Steam.

• Step 1: Open Steam.
• Step 2: Go to your library, then home.
• Step 3: Find Deadlock, right-click and select “Properties.”
• Step 4: Go to the “Controller” tab.
• Step 5: In the “Override for Deadlock” dropdown menu, select “Enable Steam Input.”

Once configured, you’ll be able to play Deadlock with a controller. However, it’s important to note that since the game is still in development, it doesn’t offer any key mapping options. Some crucial actions might not be mapped by default, potentially limiting the gameplay experience.