Questions tagged [controllers]
Questions about game controllers (which, unlike the more generic peripherals, are used to control games).
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Camera moves significantly slower to the right
On my end the in-game camera moves far slower to the right, approximately a fourth of the leftward speed — meaning that it takes closer to ten seconds to perform a 360-degree turn. This doesn't appear ...
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Wireless XBox controller not connecting wirelessly to Windows 11 on Parallels
I just got a new wireless XBox controller compatible with Series-X and Series-S. It's official, not a knockoff. I've successfully connected it via BlueTooth to my computer (an M1-Max MacBook Pro ...
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How do I change the Mario Kart World button layout?
There's a new trick in this game: you can make a quick 180° turn by pressing both A+B.
My problem is that I often press Y because in my head that's the button responsible for braking, but that instead ...
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Minecraft is in Local Wireless Play - multiplayer functionality now broken
Up to this point we have always been able to play Minecraft on the Switch with up to 4 players, using Joy-Con pairs (4 pairs, 8 individual controllers). I mean local multiplayer, split-screen on a ...
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Can't connect Xbox Series controller via bluetooth to my PC
About two months ago, I bought a new original Xbox Series controller. Everything works fine, but I'm not able to connect it to my PC using Bluetooth.
I'm using Windows 10 OS on my computer. I've wired ...
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How to connect my Wii Remotes to my PC via Bluetooth?
Quick note, I did ask this question in Game Development, but I came here for two reasons:
I didn't get an answer.
You guys seems to know how to troubleshoot things like controllers.
I made edits to ...
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PS4 controller connects via Bluetooth on iPad but not PS4 system
My PS4 controller will not connect via Bluetooth or multiple cables to my PS4 system, but it does connect via Bluetooth to my iPad.
I have removed the connected PS4 controller from the iPad to make ...
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How do I get an Afterglow Switch controller to work with my PC?
I noticed this hasn't been answered proper. But I've tried everything I could think of. It apparently "connects" but doesn't pair and the four green lights continue to cycle as if it's still ...
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Using the Steam Deck as a PS5 controller
I recently made the switch from my PS5 to the Steam Deck, and I've gotten very used to having the paddles and controller layout of the Deck. However, I haven't been able to get great performance on ...
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How to make Gish stick to the ceiling?
I'm trying some deathless runs on Super Meat Boy and for some levels Gish comes in handy, but I find it inconsistent because I can't always do what I want to do.
So there may be two reasons: the ...
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How can I get audio on the speakers of my controller
I have NiTHO Hexagon Controllers. They're connected as PS4 controllers in wireless mode and as XBox 360 controllers in wired mode. Through ds4 windows software, I can control the input profile of this ...
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How can I map camera up/down in World of Warcraft in an Accessible Way?
With World of Warcraft being released on nVidia GEForce NOW, and my own ownership of a Steam Deck, I've begun mapping all of the Mouse/WASD controls to the steam deck. Fortunately, Steam has robust ...
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Is this Nintendo Pro Controller real or fake?
I bought this controller Zelda Edition from a shop. However, I want to know if it is real or fake. I checked some videos, and the only and only difference was the black pattern was a bit light in mine....
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What's the most efficient brain–computer interface to play video games? [closed]
I read:
Technology for connecting paralyzed folks with computers has existed for a while now, according to Bloomberg:
Neuralink is not the only company working on brain devices that connect with ...
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How do I turn off an Xbox controller when paired using bluetooth? [duplicate]
My Xbox wireless controller is connected to my Steam Deck or PC but when I hold down the Xbox button to power it off, it brings up the Steam Deck menu.
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Does Castle of Illusion support Bluetooth controllers on iPad?
I am interested in purchasing "Castle of Illusion Starring Mickey Mouse" for iPadOS. The game is quite old (2013) and does not list support for a controller. However I have read comments ...
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Why is the firmware of the "Xbox Wireless Controller" not updated automatically?
I have now updated all Xbox Wireless Controllers (the first time since years). I didn't know that I had to do this regularly. Is there a reason why this is not done automatically? Updates to games and ...
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My PS4 controller will not connect after rest mode
I recently got a ps4, but whenever I put it into rest mode, the controllers will get a white bar and will not respond when I try to press the PS button. I am forced to shut it down, and whenever I ...
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Is the Nintendo Pro Controller better than Joy Con? [closed]
I bought Switch last year. And this is my first Nintendo Console. I recently bought Tears of the Kingdom. I feel so good playing the game. However, I am wondering if the Pro Controller will make the ...
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Why is my PS4 controller blinking twice and then just turning off?
I’ve tried pressing the button in the back of the controller, and when I charge it, it only shows orange but doesn’t flash/pulse so it also won’t charge. I don’t know what to do because I tried both ...
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How do I connect my Xbox 360 controller to my 2.4Ghz wireless gaming receiver if it doesn't have a connect button? [closed]
How do I connect my Xbox 360 controller to my 2.4Ghz wireless gaming receiver if it doesn't have a connect button?
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PS4 controller don't charge or turns on (even when connected to ps4)
I couldn't find any solution through the internet. My controller isn't charging or turning on even when connected to ps4. I've already changed the micro USB port and tested another battery and nothing....
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Any way to use Steam Deck / Steam Controller advanced input without fully launching Steam?
I'd like to develop some advanced boot menus for my Steam Deck, and I'd like to use features like the joysticks and touchpads.
By default, the Steam Deck's inputs (and the Steam Controller that this ...
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Recognize PS5 Dualsense controller models from the box
Recently while researching the Dualsense analog stick drift common issue I have read some comments pointing out that at least two different joystick versions exist: the original one and a later ...
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Steam opening games in background when using controller
This is only happening when playing with a controller. It appears as though gamepad commands are going out of the game and triggering things in Windows.
This happens with Steam Big Picture and the ...