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A guide of controllers for emulation. | A guide of controllers for emulation. | ||
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==Gamepads== | ==Gamepads== | ||
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The best way to emulate a console is by using the actual controller for that console. Here are some different adapters that'll let you use those controllers on your PC: | The best way to emulate a console is by using the actual controller for that console. Here are some different adapters that'll let you use those controllers on your PC: | ||
*[http://amzn.to/1awfjsN Mayflash adapters] work well and are relatively cheap. | *[http://amzn.to/1awfjsN Mayflash adapters] work well and are relatively cheap. | ||
− | *[http:// | + | *[http://bliss-box.net/Bliss-Box/ Bliss-Box] is made to order and probably the best adapters you can buy, but they don't come cheap. |
− | *[http://bliss-box.net/ Bliss-Box 4-Play] is a mass-produced version of the Bliss-Box. It supports up to 4 controllers at the same time and it uses custom cables with an HDMI connector. With the new advent of the API, it now has native controller support. The API is open source. [https://sourceforge.net/projects/bliss-box-api/] | + | *[http://4-play.bliss-box.net/ Bliss-Box 4-Play] is a mass-produced version of the Bliss-Box. It supports up to 4 controllers at the same time and it uses custom cables with an HDMI connector. With the new advent of the API, it now has native controller support. The API is open source. [https://sourceforge.net/projects/bliss-box-api/] |
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*[http://www.retrousb.com/ RetroUSB], good adapters, not the best prices. | *[http://www.retrousb.com/ RetroUSB], good adapters, not the best prices. | ||
*[http://www.raphnet.net/electronique/index_en.php#1 RaphNet] for making your own controller adapters, can also be purchased pre-made. | *[http://www.raphnet.net/electronique/index_en.php#1 RaphNet] for making your own controller adapters, can also be purchased pre-made. | ||
− | ===PlayStation | + | ===PlayStation DualShock=== |
− | + | The [[DualShock 3]] has a very good d-pad, which is something that's hard to find nowadays. Very useful for older consoles. It also has 10-bit precision analog sticks, pressure sensitive buttons, and it can be used wired or wirelessly with a Bluetooth adapter. | |
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− | + | The DualShock 3 requires special software to work on a PC. In Windows, an external program needs to be installed to use DS3 controllers. Use the new [[SCP Driver Package]]. Do not use [[MotioninJoy|MalwareohJoy]] if you can. On Linux, [http://qtsixa.sourceforge.net/ QtSixA] is available, but if you run into problems try [http://pingus.seul.org/~grumbel/xboxdrv/ xboxdrv]. See the [[DualShock 3#Troubleshooting]] page if you run into problems. | |
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− | + | The [[DualShock 4]] also requires a wrapper to get full functionality on Windows, like [[DualShock 4#Using on a PC|DS4Windows]] or [[SCP Driver Package]]. | |
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− | === | + | ===Xbox One=== |
− | + | The Xbox One controller is mostly similar to the 360 controllers except for a noticeably higher quality overall. Especially in regards to the d-pad which has gone from abysmal to pretty great, even using four mechanical switches for it. | |
− | + | Can simply be plugged in with any Micro B cable and it works as a standard XInput controller with no need for batteries. | |
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===Xbox 360=== | ===Xbox 360=== | ||
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The 360 controller does offer good ergonomics and many prefer its analog stick layout -though there are a lot who feel otherwise- over other controllers. However, the poor D-pad means it is lackluster when it comes to emulating older consoles. | The 360 controller does offer good ergonomics and many prefer its analog stick layout -though there are a lot who feel otherwise- over other controllers. However, the poor D-pad means it is lackluster when it comes to emulating older consoles. | ||
For the wired 360 controllers, you simply plug it in, install the drivers, and play. For wireless, you will need a [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FAS1WDG wireless adapter] to use a wireless controller on a PC. | For the wired 360 controllers, you simply plug it in, install the drivers, and play. For wireless, you will need a [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FAS1WDG wireless adapter] to use a wireless controller on a PC. | ||
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===Logitech USB Gamepad=== | ===Logitech USB Gamepad=== | ||
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*[https://github.com/ToadKing/wii-u-gc-adapter Linux] | *[https://github.com/ToadKing/wii-u-gc-adapter Linux] | ||
− | For those who don't already have a GameCube controller at home, beware of the Chinese clones that have sprung up like weeds on eBay and Amazon: they are | + | For those who don't already have a GameCube controller at home, beware of the Chinese clones that have sprung up like weeds on eBay and Amazon: they are universally shit and feel nothing like the real deal. Your best option is either getting a used DOL-003 on eBay or checking local retailers for the Smash 4 reproduction controllers. Expect to spend around $25 plus shipping when buying online, and ''always'' check the pics for loose analog sticks or missing rubber tops. |
===Miscellaneous USB Gamepads=== | ===Miscellaneous USB Gamepads=== | ||
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==Arcade Sticks== | ==Arcade Sticks== | ||
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Arcade sticks mimic arcade controls. They are typically used by fighting game fans but can be used for emulation as well. | Arcade sticks mimic arcade controls. They are typically used by fighting game fans but can be used for emulation as well. | ||
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==Light Gun== | ==Light Gun== | ||
Traditional light guns rely on the behavior of CRT monitors and TVs to function. There are light guns that do not rely on the monitor for positioning but behave more like Wiimotes using IR light. The accuracy is not as good but most people can adjust fairly quickly. Within most emulators, the sensor in the light gun behaves like a mouse and usually require no special drivers for setup. | Traditional light guns rely on the behavior of CRT monitors and TVs to function. There are light guns that do not rely on the monitor for positioning but behave more like Wiimotes using IR light. The accuracy is not as good but most people can adjust fairly quickly. Within most emulators, the sensor in the light gun behaves like a mouse and usually require no special drivers for setup. | ||
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===AimTrak=== | ===AimTrak=== | ||
http://www.ultimarc.com/aimtrak.html | http://www.ultimarc.com/aimtrak.html | ||
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;Xpadder: Has been freeware until version 5.3 when it went shareware. The original gamepad mapping utility, but a bit underwhelming compared to other alternatives. | ;Xpadder: Has been freeware until version 5.3 when it went shareware. The original gamepad mapping utility, but a bit underwhelming compared to other alternatives. | ||
;[http://joytokey.net/en/ JoyToKey]:Shareware, but has a free version. Includes macros, a shift function (to map more keys than the number of buttons on the gamepad) and a turbo function for mashing keys quickly. | ;[http://joytokey.net/en/ JoyToKey]:Shareware, but has a free version. Includes macros, a shift function (to map more keys than the number of buttons on the gamepad) and a turbo function for mashing keys quickly. | ||
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[[Category:Controllers]] | [[Category:Controllers]] |