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When I hold the Steam Deck I often feel it sliding down. When holding an xbox or playstation controller I use my pinky finger to keep the controller in place. The weight of the Steam Deck is heavier and I think this is something that also contributes to this problem.
Another issue I’m having is with the thumb sticks. When playing games where both thumbsticks are constantly needed I feel, after a while that I need effort to keep my thumbs hovering above the thumbsticks, as if they stick out too far…
I do Not have small hands… But I’m looking to hear how others are holding the Steam Deck or if there is a good Ergonomic way to hold it.

  • darkuniBEnglish
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    1 year ago

    I shift through three methods of holding it; each one distributes the weight a little different.

    Pushing in with my index finger knuckles to hold the weight.

    Resting the weight on my inner palms.

    Then the “double pinky” method.

    I cycle through them regularly and it keeps my hands happy.

        • Diligent-Charge-4910OPBEnglish
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          1 year ago

          I see what you mean now. Thank you for that.
          Maybe it’s unfair to compare it directly to an xbox controller. The double pinky method is what I use with a regular controller and now I’m having a hard time with a specific skill based game (descenders)… Will try your other suggestions to see if I can compensate…

          • darkuniBEnglish
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            1 year ago

            As with anything it takes some adaptation for sure.