How To Use A Console Controller On Your PC
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St1ckM4n
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I posted this on the original article too:
- Wired Xbox controller works fine.
- The Wireless USB Receiver has support for multiple wireless devices. I've had x4 controllers all connected to it and the Wireless Speed Wheel too (works like standard wheel in games that support it).
- Wired Xbox controller works fine.
- The Wireless USB Receiver has support for multiple wireless devices. I've had x4 controllers all connected to it and the Wireless Speed Wheel too (works like standard wheel in games that support it).
Chuck Cortes
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S matter of opinion. Most games play better with keyboard and mouse on a PC. Even games like GTA which I normally prefer on a PS but love playing it on a PC. Also, lets keep in mind, most PC games were ported to consoles first but thanks to Microsoft and Sony most developers prefer to cater to consoles players first. Considering every game made is actually made on a PC to begin with it is actually easier to port a game from a PC version to a console than it is from a console to a PC but of course, the ***** developers thinking about nothing but making money care more about consoles players. Call Of Duty started on PC and yet for some reason the Xbox always gets DLCs first. Because greed is powerful.
I'll stick to my keyboard and mouse. You can't play games like Starcraft on a controller.
I'll stick to my keyboard and mouse. You can't play games like Starcraft on a controller.
Skidmarksdeluxe
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I tried using a 360 controller on my PC but I could never get used to using the thing with it's quirky button arrangement. For me it was just a waste of money. I'll stick to what I'm comfortable with.
aboynamedmatt
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Just wanted to add some information to this article. I've been trying to get my PS3 controller to work for quite some time on my PC and, although I haven't tried the BetterDS3 application, I see that they are based on the MotionInJoy drivers. In most cases that I've used the MotionInJoy drivers, I find them to be very, very unstable and often crashing my computer with a blue screen (This has happened to me on Windows 7, 8, and 8.1). Seeing that BetterDS3 uses the same drivers I would assume that a lot of people that had problems with MotionInJoy crashing would continue to have those same problems.
But there is a less crashy solution! Check out these drivers posted by ScarletCrush on the PCSX2 forums: http://forums.pcsx2.net/Thread-XInput-Wrapper-for-DS3-and-Play-com-USB-Dual-DS2-Controller. These drivers have worked really well for me so far, but they don't allow for much button mapping customization; instead they emulate a 360 controller. I've had almost no trouble pairing with USB and Bluetooth with these drivers and thought more people should know about them! I'll see if they can perhaps work in conjunction with the BetterDS3 user interface and try to post back.
But there is a less crashy solution! Check out these drivers posted by ScarletCrush on the PCSX2 forums: http://forums.pcsx2.net/Thread-XInput-Wrapper-for-DS3-and-Play-com-USB-Dual-DS2-Controller. These drivers have worked really well for me so far, but they don't allow for much button mapping customization; instead they emulate a 360 controller. I've had almost no trouble pairing with USB and Bluetooth with these drivers and thought more people should know about them! I'll see if they can perhaps work in conjunction with the BetterDS3 user interface and try to post back.
aboynamedmatt
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Here is the working link: http://forums.pcsx2.net/Thread-XInput-Wrapper-for-DS3-and-Play-com-USB-Dual-DS2-Controller
ghasmanjr
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I've used MotionInJoy for years and I've never had a problem with it other than the required internet connection but being a guy that deals with EA, that's no big deal lol
Seriously though, I don't have problems because I just plug my PS3 controller into my pc with the cord instead of purchasing a bluetooth dongle. I like how MotionInJoy can make the controller mimic an xbox controller thus allowing it to be plug-and-play on most games like the xbox controller.
grvalderrama
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aboynamedmatt
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Yeah, I should have been a little more clear. I don't ever remember having trouble with USB connectivity with MotionInJoy, but definitely once I tried to use a bluetooth adapter. The drivers I've posted have been the best thing I have found so far. But if MotionInJoy works then there is probably no reason to try something else.
amstech
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I bought a wired USB Microsoft X360 controller for my PC and its been great overall, most games it will auto-sync and work just fine. Plugs right into my X360 if I need to use it there as well.
It's worth the price IMO because its real good quality and takes a pounding, other Logitech gamepads costing almost as much have broken in only months of use on me.
While I usually prefer a keyboard/mouse, there are some games on my PC like GTA4/Mass Effect 2 I'd rather play with the X360 controller.
It's worth the price IMO because its real good quality and takes a pounding, other Logitech gamepads costing almost as much have broken in only months of use on me.
While I usually prefer a keyboard/mouse, there are some games on my PC like GTA4/Mass Effect 2 I'd rather play with the X360 controller.
St1ckM4n
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You pay for the compatibility (and quality). If the game detects a controller with ID containing 'XBOX', it'll revert to the alternate Xbox 360 button mapping and configuration (if it contains it, which is a lot of games these days...). Absolutely no issues at all, it's like you're playing Xbox. Generic controllers require key mapping a lot of the time, which if you don't map correctly you get a bad experience.
There's a time and place for controller..
Dirt 2 as mentioned, and any other racing games, are very silly when playing on KB.
Jad Chaar
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You pay for the compatibility (and quality). If the game detects a controller with ID containing 'XBOX', it'll revert to the alternate Xbox 360 button mapping and configuration (if it contains it, which is a lot of games these days...). Absolutely no issues at all, it's like you're playing Xbox. Generic controllers require key mapping a lot of the time, which if you don't map correctly you get a bad experience.
There's a time and place for controller..
I like racer games on a keyboard. But yeah, the controller is more convenient and easier to use I guess.
cliffordcooley
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St1ckM4n
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That's good too, cliffordcooley. Not guaranteed to map to xbox buttons is all, and probably doesn't have triggers. I've used one like it for years!
cliffordcooley
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There is 4 buttons (5-8) for the index finger. I do understand what you are saying about mapping though. I guess mapping would be a trial and error, to see if it's capable with each game. I've never used an XBox controller and would not know how the two compares.
St1ckM4n
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Xbox controller is also widely considered to be the pinnacle of controllers, due to the comfort. It's only surpassed by the XB1 controller apparently.
And by triggers, I meant analogue ones, usually used for throttle/brakes in racing games. I just used the the right analogue stick on my old Logitech if I was playing such a hardcore game.
And by triggers, I meant analogue ones, usually used for throttle/brakes in racing games. I just used the the right analogue stick on my old Logitech if I was playing such a hardcore game.
cliffordcooley
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Ahh, I see what you are saying now. Yeah you are right, my controller buttons are not analog(ue).And by triggers, I meant analogue ones, usually used for throttle/brakes in racing games. I just used the the right analogue stick on my old Logitech if I was playing such a hardcore game.
Camikazi
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When it is no longer just "plug it in and it works" and drivers are needed that are not official things, yes an article might be needed.
Alpha Gamer
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ThisXbox controller is also widely considered to be the pinnacle of controllers, due to the comfort. It's only surpassed by the XB1 controller apparently.
And by triggers, I meant analogue ones, usually used for throttle/brakes in racing games. I just used the the right analogue stick on my old Logitech if I was playing such a hardcore game.
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