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Help me choose a controller (sh.itjust.works)
submitted 6 days ago by muusemuuse@sh.itjust.works to c/linux_gaming@lemmy.world
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I got my moonlight/sunshine rig running with fedora on the server and my AppleTV as the client. My DualShock 4 controller works but isn’t mapping right and it’s old enough that it’s probably time I bought something new rather than bother fixing it anyway.

I have an Xbox wireless controller but it just never felt right in my hand.

I have 8bitdo SN30 controllers but they never were able to keep a stable connection.

I’m considering either a Sony dualsense controller and charger, 8bitdo ultimate 2, or 8bitdo pro 3.

Opinions?

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[–] retro@infosec.pub 4 points 6 days ago (4 children)

I love my Gamesir Cyclone 2. Works with Windows, Linux, Android (I use it for Moonlight on my NVIDIA Shield) and iOS (likely Apple TV as well). Well constructed and replaced my Xbox One controller I was previously using. Would highly recommend.

[–] muusemuuse@sh.itjust.works 2 points 6 days ago (1 children)

Hmm, that and the super nova speak to me. What’s with the shift to micro switch buttons? What problem does that solve?

[–] retro@infosec.pub 1 points 6 days ago

Not much, it's really just preference. Short, clicky switches vs long, tactile membrane

[–] Kangy@lemmy.dbzer0.com 1 points 5 days ago (1 children)

How's the software on windows for the controller? As much as I love my scuf controller, iCue is absolute dog shit and won't let me remap my buttons and breaks controller functionality so looking for something to hold up as a replacement

[–] retro@infosec.pub 2 points 5 days ago

The software is perfectly cromulent. You have four on-board profiles you can switch between. Using the software is easy and allows you to remap the ABXY and paddles to any other button as well as adjusting deadzones, sensitivity and rgb.

You can also remap buttons on the fly without the software at all.

[–] Coleslaw4145@lemmy.world 1 points 5 days ago

I have the Cyclone 2 as well. Its a great controller. The charging stand is really handy too and the controller automatically turns on and connects when you pick it up off the charging stand.

The only issue I've had (and its a problem with all xbox style controllers) is that in order to move the mouse cursor you need to hold the "Xbox button" and move the stick, but if you hold the button for longer than a few seconds the controller powers off. So I'm looking forward to the new Steam Controller because it has seperate touch pads.

[–] definitemaybe@lemmy.ca 1 points 6 days ago

I came here to recommend Gamesir. I bought a pair of wired Gamesir T7 xbox-style USB A controllers, and they're fantastic.

I also really like my 8bitdo SN30 snes-style wireless controller, but only for games that don't really use 2 joysticks. The second joystick is on an uncomfortable spot for my XL hands—fantastic controller otherwise, though.