Dbrand Spices Up the New Steam Controller with 44 Cool Skins
The excitement is real, folks! The brand-new Steam Controller is hitting the shelves next week with a price tag of $99 in the US, €99 in Europe, £85 in the UK, and $149 AUD down under. We’ve had a sneak peek at the controller and spoiler alert: we’re loving it! Initially, it’s launching in a sleek all-black color, perfect for those who like their gaming gear to match. But wait, there’s more!
Enter Dbrand, the masters of gaming accessories, who are here to add some color to your life with a whopping 44 new skins for the Steam Controller! In their announcement, they cheekily noted, “The original Steam Controller came out 11 years ago and was a bit of a cult classic. We’ve never met a cult we didn’t want to be a part of, so we’re getting in on the ground floor.” Now that’s the spirit!
Now, let’s talk about the skins. They come in all sorts of designs, though not every one of them is a hit. Personally, I think the ‘Real Black Leather’ option is a bit over the top, but hey, beauty is in the eye of the beholder! Each skin offers full coverage along with a cool accent option that just covers the lower part of the controller. For example, the Acid and Carnage skins may look wild when fully wrapped, but they really shine when used as a splash of color around the touch pads.
If you’re looking for something a little more premium, Dbrand has you covered with leather wraps priced around $25. For those who prefer simpler designs, the ‘Kinda Purple’ skin is available for $12, although I’d argue the shade leans more towards blue than purple. Regardless, the ability to customize your controller is a big win and a great way to stand out from the crowd.
All Dbrand skins are scratch-proof and designed for easy removal, so if you change your mind, your Steam Controller won’t be left with adhesive residue. This is a relief, especially for those of us who are chronically indecisive! Plus, we’re all eagerly waiting for Dbrand’s Companion Cube-style casing for the Steam Machine, which is expected to drop soon.
Speaking of the Steam Machine, Valve has reaffirmed a 2026 release window for this compact gaming powerhouse, which was revealed alongside the new controller. Given the current memory supply challenges, I’ll believe it when I see it, but fingers crossed!