Steam Adds Official Support for the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller and Revives the Classic GameCube Pad
The latest beta update for the Steam client brings great news for PC gamers who prefer using console peripherals. Valve has officially added support for the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller when connected via USB on Windows systems.
This compatibility arrives six months after the launch of Nintendo’s new hybrid console, allowing users to enjoy the controller’s ergonomic design directly in their Steam library.
GameCube Controller Support Returns
Alongside this modern addition, Valve has also looked to the past. The update includes support for GameCube controller adapters in Wii-U mode (thanks TechPowerUp), restoring vibration functionality on Windows.
This move is a direct tribute to the fighting game community and emulation enthusiasts—a niche where this sixth-generation controller remains a benchmark thanks to its button layout and precision.
This improvement in peripheral compatibility fits perfectly within Valve’s recent strategy, highlighting the company’s serious commitment to hardware. The software update comes shortly after the official unveiling of the new Steam Machine—a cube-shaped device capable of running games in 4K, accompanied by the second-generation Steam Controller.
Valve is building an environment where users have complete freedom of control—whether they use the new home console, the portable Steam Deck (which recently received a low-power download mode), or a traditional PC with third-party controllers.
By ensuring Steam natively recognizes the most popular controllers on the market, including Nintendo’s latest, the company guarantees one crucial thing: that its platform remains the central hub for gaming—no matter what device the player chooses.
