Questions tagged [game-controller]
For questions about game controllers; including joysticks, joypads, gamepads, XBOX/PlayStation controllers etc., insofar as they interface with a computer.
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Use an unsigned driver in Windows 7 x64
I'm trying to use the RBC9 SpaceNavigator TEST x64 build drivers for my SpaceNavigator 3d joystick so that it can work as a normal joystick in games like Quake.
Unfortunately, I get the error "This ...
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Stop Xbox 360 controller from controlling Windows 10. Steam NOT installed
I like to control my mouse cursor with an Xbox 360 controller and joytokey. I've been doing it since Windows 7. However, ever since I have upgraded to Windows 10, the joysticks and buttons on the Xbox ...
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How to disable autohotkeys for specific programs
I have some autohotkey settings for my joystick that are set to work everywhere.
However, there are two programs in which I don't want the joystick remapped.
How can I modify my script to prevent ...
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Gamepad prevents screensaver from starting on Windows 10
Since I've upgraded from Windows 7 to Windows 10, the screensaver doesn't start anymore, and the screen never goes into standby when my gamepad is plugged (even idle) into the computer. "Allow this ...
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PowerShell, how to disable Xbox Game Bar?
I really need to disable the Xbox Game Bar with PowerShell. There are many articles on how to delete/uninstall the Xbox Game Bar but that does not work for me as I need this inside Windows Sandbox (...
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How can I connect my XBOX Series X|S gamepad to my Linux machine?
Recently I bought a XBOX Series X|S gamepad. I try to connect it to my Linux PC via Bluetooth but it keeps reconnecting in short cycles. What can I do to make it work?
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PC shuts down while playing games (but not really?)
I recently started experiencing occasional freezes in the games I play, lasting about 30 sec before the games return to their normal state, mainly while playing FIFA 17. And if that wasn't enough my ...
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My Playstation 2 controller to USB adapter shows up as a HID game controller, but not as a Windows game controller
I'm running Windows 7 x64.
I just picked up a PS2 to USB adapter, downloaded the drivers from their website, and became stumped. It isn't detected as a gamepad, yet I can use it in games that utilize ...
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How to map the Touchscreen Windows Button to right-mouseclick
My Lenovo Yoga 2 Pro has an extra Windows Touch Button next to the touchscreen.
Is it possible to remap that button to the right mouse button?
This would be very helpful in many games, that are not ...
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