The recent 1.1 update of Satisfactory introduces official controller support for Xbox and DualSense, catering to couch gamers and portable systems like the Steam Deck, preparing for the anticipated console release in 2025. While initially thought to be unsuitable for controllers due to its intricate factory management mechanics, this update allows for varied gameplay. Players can now engage in building and planning with simplified controls, although challenges remain in adapting button functions typically used in other games, such as jumping versus interacting.
The introduction of a controller scheme in Satisfactory opens up new gameplay possibilities, making it accessible for couch gamers and paves the way for future console releases.
Transitioning Satisfactory to controller support changes how players interact with its complex factory-building mechanics, paralleling how Minecraft shifted perceptions of controller-friendly gameplay.
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