Valve's Steam Controller gains haptic audio mod that lets deaf users feel sound

Add preferred source Developer FamBoy32-dev has released LiveHaptics, an open-source tool that converts PC system audio into haptic vibrations on Valve's Steam Controller, allowing deaf and hard-of-hearing users to feel games, movies, and music. The software works across Windows and Linux, supports USB, Bluetooth, and Valve's wireless receiver, and requires no per-game developer support since it processes any audio playing through the selected output. An early Reddit demonstration drew interest from a deaf user who said haptic feedback could help them experience games more fully. The project adds to a growing ecosystem of Steam Controller mods, including console compatibility firmware and self-navigating charging tricks, and complements broader accessibility features like customizable subtitles in recent titles.