Hardware & Technical Controller method
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I am expecting::
Joystick
Xbox style controller
Mouse and Keyboard
The M & K is my preferred style.
Joystick
Xbox style controller
Mouse and Keyboard
The M & K is my preferred style.
I'd be surprised if the full range of options were not avaliable in the game, giving everyone the choice on their preffered control method.
Does anyone recall the MOtion USher control from Archimedes Elite? Made me smile, when I wasn't drooling over the surface shaded graphics.
As long as my X52 joystick works with it I'll be happy. Got that Logitech G710 console style controller which I used while I was off work with a broken shoulder however when I healed I found myself going back to the X52. Feels more like I'm in a space ship with a joystick (like I would know what that felt like!).
Like the LCARS consoles from Star Trek TNG I configured an iPad with the Custom Keys app to be a self configuring console that would change depending on whether I was docked or flying in X3 AP. Gave rapid access to high visibility buttons.
As long as my X52 joystick works with it I'll be happy. Got that Logitech G710 console style controller which I used while I was off work with a broken shoulder however when I healed I found myself going back to the X52. Feels more like I'm in a space ship with a joystick (like I would know what that felt like!).
Like the LCARS consoles from Star Trek TNG I configured an iPad with the Custom Keys app to be a self configuring console that would change depending on whether I was docked or flying in X3 AP. Gave rapid access to high visibility buttons.
As stated before, I imagine that we'll see the whole gamut of controller options, and David Brabens' comments certainly seem to support something along those lines.
I have a request for those of us using HOTAS setups though, to please have the game recognise the more common ones natively, and support function assignment through the in-game options menu. Mostly this is because it's MUCH easier to assign functions in game, rather than having to alt-tab to the controller software and fiddle with profiles there all the time. And not all HOTAS profile software is created equal - Saiteks' is evidently very good, as is Thrustmasters. The Logitech one, not so much......
Another reason I'm asking this specifically though, is I have a Logitech G940, and for some unfathomable reason, the driver is designed such that it's reported to Windows as 3 separate controllers, not just one integrated one. Consequently there are a whole lot of games where you can only use the stick (controller no 1), but not the throttle & peddles (controllers 2 & 3). There's a 3rd party work around for this called PPJoy (creates a new, virtual device instead of the 3 logitech defaults), but it's a pain in my ass to get it working properly. The way DCS manages controllers & function assignment works quite well, in my experience, and recognises most, if not all, the common HOTAS sets out of the box.
I have a request for those of us using HOTAS setups though, to please have the game recognise the more common ones natively, and support function assignment through the in-game options menu. Mostly this is because it's MUCH easier to assign functions in game, rather than having to alt-tab to the controller software and fiddle with profiles there all the time. And not all HOTAS profile software is created equal - Saiteks' is evidently very good, as is Thrustmasters. The Logitech one, not so much......
Another reason I'm asking this specifically though, is I have a Logitech G940, and for some unfathomable reason, the driver is designed such that it's reported to Windows as 3 separate controllers, not just one integrated one. Consequently there are a whole lot of games where you can only use the stick (controller no 1), but not the throttle & peddles (controllers 2 & 3). There's a 3rd party work around for this called PPJoy (creates a new, virtual device instead of the 3 logitech defaults), but it's a pain in my ass to get it working properly. The way DCS manages controllers & function assignment works quite well, in my experience, and recognises most, if not all, the common HOTAS sets out of the box.
What about touch screen monitors or a tablet app?
I have a PS3, a 360 and a Wii in addition to PC and MAC. But the thing I play games on the most .. is my PC. Keyboard and Mouse all the way for me , so I am counting on this being an available control method as I wont last long using a console controller. Or I will have to use a joystick!
Being 'old school' & having played both Elite & later Frontier I'd go for as K/M combo, so long as I don't have to steer by mouse, which I find awkward & imprecise.
When I played Frontier (Amiga) I used the KB for the 'exciting' bits such as combat, manual landings, & planet skimming. I had a joystick connected but used it only for non-combat flight - during combat there was a tendency for it's suckers to become detached from the desk, ruining my manoeuvers & causing a lot of bad language.
When I played Frontier (Amiga) I used the KB for the 'exciting' bits such as combat, manual landings, & planet skimming. I had a joystick connected but used it only for non-combat flight - during combat there was a tendency for it's suckers to become detached from the desk, ruining my manoeuvers & causing a lot of bad language.
Will be using 360 controller , probably wireless with wireless headset for VOIP, assuming that will be available in the final game.
Obviously there may well be some keyboard usage required. However personally if possible I would prefer to be able to play the entire game from the controller, which if done right should be perfectly playable.
Obviously there may well be some keyboard usage required. However personally if possible I would prefer to be able to play the entire game from the controller, which if done right should be perfectly playable.
I think I orginally played Elite on the Amiga using a basic two button joystick, but it's a long time ago. Eventually I abandoned this for the mouse on Frontier when I realised it was much easier hitting/tracking a small target this way. Later on the PC I used a joystick for games like X-Wing and Tie-Fighter, and the Wing Commander games.
While I am at present quite in love with the oldschool klicky keys of my Filco Majestouch keyboard, I think I might push the boat out and buy a new analogue joystick for both ED and Star Citizen, although I would have to do some research as I have no idea what is currently available. Someone mentioned Thrustmaster?
While I am at present quite in love with the oldschool klicky keys of my Filco Majestouch keyboard, I think I might push the boat out and buy a new analogue joystick for both ED and Star Citizen, although I would have to do some research as I have no idea what is currently available. Someone mentioned Thrustmaster?
From http://www.reddit.com/r/IAmA/comments/15od2s/i_am_david_braben_cocreator_of_elite_creator_of/c7ocbwm
Xbox 360 type controller supported, and many common ones. - I suspect that K/M, most common HOTAS and perhaps forthcoming ones (Oculus rift, leap and IR) if they prove popular.
Xbox 360 type controller supported, and many common ones. - I suspect that K/M, most common HOTAS and perhaps forthcoming ones (Oculus rift, leap and IR) if they prove popular.
I'd like to see full joystick control - but like the X-Wing games, where you can't just yaw left and right - but the ship banks left and right.
Still with the roll control as well - and for those who don't have the extra axis a default for left & right to be either roll or bank, with a button to the switch those functions.
The bog standard yaw left & right doesn't feel right somehow - but then again perhaps this should be an option too.
So in summary, joystick with x axis for bank or roll, rudder axis for yaw (but would prefer this limited like on an aircraft rudder) - or configurable combination of those.
Still with the roll control as well - and for those who don't have the extra axis a default for left & right to be either roll or bank, with a button to the switch those functions.
The bog standard yaw left & right doesn't feel right somehow - but then again perhaps this should be an option too.
So in summary, joystick with x axis for bank or roll, rudder axis for yaw (but would prefer this limited like on an aircraft rudder) - or configurable combination of those.
The best bet will be a gaming joystick (aka Xbox/ Ps3 type) as it is the most common and available type for most gamers (and has been confirmed by the dev).
Mouse keyboard are great in FPS type games however there is no gradation (or acceleration) on key presses, which would be great if one was to use the keyboard for axes controls. Using the mouse in control / mouse mode / menu mode just makes thing more complex.
Of course, we would all (those of us who have) like to have HOTAS control available but consider that we are really a minority in the sea of gamers.
Mouse keyboard are great in FPS type games however there is no gradation (or acceleration) on key presses, which would be great if one was to use the keyboard for axes controls. Using the mouse in control / mouse mode / menu mode just makes thing more complex.
Of course, we would all (those of us who have) like to have HOTAS control available but consider that we are really a minority in the sea of gamers.
I will be trying Xbox controller + Keyboard primarily as that's what I'm used to currently. If I don't like the feel I'll try Mouse and KB. If I don't like that I'll get a fancy Joystick
I used to love games on the Joystick, then freelancer came out and you couldn't use a joystick and I cried a little
I used to love games on the Joystick, then freelancer came out and you couldn't use a joystick and I cried a little