Valve Index Controllers – Valve Knuckles

The Valve Index Controllers – Valve Knuckles feature a fresh new design that is intended to let players interact with objects in the game in a more natural manner. Using these controllers you’ll be able to pick up, move, throw and grab items as you would in the real world and in a much more convincing way.

Valve Index Controller Specs

• Open Hand Design: Allows direct actions such as pick up/drop, throw, grab, pinch, and squeeze
• Finger tracking: full five-finger tracking using capacitive sensors
• Sensors: 87 sensors per controller, including optical, motion, capacitive, and force sensors. Sensor fusion determines user intent, Valve says
• Comfort: Dynamic sensor/pad assignment to accommodate different hand sizes. Adjustable strap for open hand interactions. Anti-microbial strap fabric
• Compatibility: Backwards compatible with all SteamVR games
• Button Configuration: A/B & X/Y buttons, thumbstick, trigger, and ‘track button’ – combination trackpad and force enabled button for various functions
• Battery/Charging: Charged via USB C, 900mA fast charging, 1100mAH capacity Li-Ion. Polymer battery promises 7+ hours of battery life

The Index Controllers have 87 sensors built into them meaning they’ll be able to track not only your hand movement, but also individual finger positions and things like grip and pressure. Valve says this has all been finely tuned to enable much more natural and accurate movement.

These controllers not only track individual finger movements but are also capable of accounting for different hands if friends come over to play and even re-calibrate to account for changes in your skin’s capacitance.

Valve Index Controllers are compatible with any Headset featuring support for SteamVR Tracking including the Valve Index Headset, HTC Vive Headset, and HTC Vive Pro Headset.

The Index Controllers are also “worn instead of held” so your hands don’t get fatigued while playing as you’re not constantly gripping a controller. Secure straps and other ergonomic enhancements like anti-microbial, moisture-wicking and easy to clean fabrics make the controllers much easier and cleaner to use. With far less risk of them slipping out of your hand mid gaming session.

In the box

• 2 Controllers, Left and Right
• 2 Lanyards
• 2 USB Charging Cables
• Cleaning Cloth
• Warranty Bill