Posted March 08, 2017
It has been a while since I have used the associated software that comes with the products discussed, but I found that most, if any, didnt allow for the in-depth (versatile?) multitask programing I required. And lets face it, the more functions that can be programmed to a single button/trigger/pedal etc the better...especially for this series of games.
So, let me expand upon what I said.
For most old games and even new ones, there are those who go into the game settings and alter everything to their liking. This can work against intentions.
Over the years I have added and removed devices and the associated software, added and removed games/sims/apps...and the one thing that hasnt changed is xpadder and the profiles I have been creating. Generally speaking, the games dont even have to recognise my hardware for me to use any controller I want with any game I have.
If ever xpadder stops working and I find a bit of software that does the same thing then I may switch.
Until then I will enjoy the ability to have single-press, multi-press, staged, cycled, macroed, adjustable repeat, rumble control, timed, zoned, etc, etc functions for all my games (with any number of controllers) with xpadder...without the bloat.
I dont suggest one software title over another, use pinnacle game profiler if you like it more.
Also, I dont often purchase $300 controllers all that often (must be 10 years now) to know what they have added to the programming software, but if they have added functionality in recent years to truly compete with xpadder (or the like)...then use that.
But still...each to their own =)
I think the more on-topic part I was talking about was the use of two joysticks in a similar configuration to what is depicted in the screen-cap. Set them up anyway you like with any software you like ;)
So, let me expand upon what I said.
For most old games and even new ones, there are those who go into the game settings and alter everything to their liking. This can work against intentions.
Over the years I have added and removed devices and the associated software, added and removed games/sims/apps...and the one thing that hasnt changed is xpadder and the profiles I have been creating. Generally speaking, the games dont even have to recognise my hardware for me to use any controller I want with any game I have.
If ever xpadder stops working and I find a bit of software that does the same thing then I may switch.
Until then I will enjoy the ability to have single-press, multi-press, staged, cycled, macroed, adjustable repeat, rumble control, timed, zoned, etc, etc functions for all my games (with any number of controllers) with xpadder...without the bloat.
I dont suggest one software title over another, use pinnacle game profiler if you like it more.
Also, I dont often purchase $300 controllers all that often (must be 10 years now) to know what they have added to the programming software, but if they have added functionality in recent years to truly compete with xpadder (or the like)...then use that.
But still...each to their own =)
I think the more on-topic part I was talking about was the use of two joysticks in a similar configuration to what is depicted in the screen-cap. Set them up anyway you like with any software you like ;)
Post edited March 08, 2017 by Splat_Cat_AU