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[Nexus 7 Accessories] espionage724:
In order for a controller to work in games on Anrdoid, the controller should be naively supported from the OS?

Also, the Sixaxis app, is this only required for PS3 controllers over bluetooth? What if I get a wired controller that is said to be supported for the PS3; would this require support via Sixaxis, or Android?

I have some store credit for Walmart, and I noticed these controllers:

Snakebyte Sb00344 PlayStation 3 Wired Controller - Black (PS3)

Snakebyte Sb00344 PlayStation 3 Wired Controller - Black (PS3)

POWER A PS3 Pro Elite Wireless Controller

The first one is a wired PS3 controller. The other two rely on a wireless signal over a USB adapter. Would any of these happen to work naively on Android? I'm not entirely sure how the first controller interacts with the PS3 exactly over USB, but perhaps when plugged into a computer, it would be detected as a normal controller, and work fine? The other two may have less of a chance at working, but idk...

Edit: A PS2 controller through a cheap PSX-to-USB hub from Radioshack back in 2002 seems to work fine mostly, except the right analog stick is mapped wrongly in Dead Trigger (left and right go up and down, up and down goes left and right).
[Nexus 7 Accessories] 150pilot:
Would be cool to have something like this that would fit the Nexus 7. For use with SixAxis controller.

The Game Klip
[Nexus 7 Accessories] jesseb05:
Looks like there is something in the works for 7 inch tablets as stated in the FAQ

http://thegameklip.com/faq.html
[Nexus 7 Accessories] player911:
DON'T BUY KNOCK OFF PS3 CONTROLLERS OR YOU WILL JUST WASTE YOUR MONEY. THEY DON'T WORK PROPERLY.

As far as PS3 controllers, they "typically" run $40-50 I guess, but they can be had for a lot less. Gamestop may have had some kind of 30% off accessories or something. It also could have been the area. I was working on a military base but everywhere I looked they were $30-$40 at Gamestop and Walmart.

It DOES require a miniUSB-microUSB adapter to play with it out of the box (corded). Or just set it up properly via SixAxis for wireless. Some roms DO include the PS3 drivers so you don't even need SixAxis (native play).
[Nexus 7 Accessories] CerB:
If i changes the bluetooth master on the ps3 controller, will it then not play with ps3 without setting it up again ?
[Nexus 7 Accessories] flukeSG2:
This might be the wrong area, but since we are talking about it...how does the Sixaxis app work, with bluetooth, for games that already have native controller support like Shadowgun?

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Yes, you would have to re-pair your controller with your PS3.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] espionage724:
I ordered this cheap thing:

USB GamePad Shock Joypad PC Computer Controller Black for Windows 95 / 98 / ME

Seems pretty generic, but I don't see exactly why it wouldn't work with Linux/Android. I'll find out in a few days :p
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Native89:
In the app there is an "Enable Gamepad" option that allow it to emulate a plugged in controller. Mapping in-game should be pretty straightforward after that.

Sent from my Nexus 7
[Nexus 7 Accessories] player911:
That sir, is true genious. Does the motion controls work?
[Nexus 7 Accessories] sec6:
No, the motion control does not work.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] espionage724:
Just got this controller in the mail today. Works fine "mostly" in Android, but in Dead Trigger (probably other games), the right-stick is incorrectly mapped.

This thread here has a .kl file for this specific controller which fixes the issue very nicely:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1584850

I just threw Vendor_0079_Product_0006.kl in the right folder, set permissions, rebooted, and now this controller works great in Dead Trigger (and probably other games).

The controller itself definitely has a cheap feel to it though, but buttons and sticks feel pretty durable. Button 10 (or Start on a PS2/3 controller) seems to require a bit of effort to press, but no big deal.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] droidkevlar:
Anyone use this remote?

http://www.gamestop.com/android/accessories/tablet-wireless-bluetooth-controller/97838
[Nexus 7 Accessories] espionage724:
A note in Dead Trigger's update today added support for a wireless Gamestop controller I noticed. I guess this would be that controller?
[Nexus 7 Accessories] streakthequad:
Yes, the Gamestop controller now works.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] droidkevlar:
That is how I found out about it.

Do you have it? Make the game even better?
[Nexus 7 Accessories] streakthequad:
Yes, I have the Gamestop controller. For some, it will make the game better, but I suck at using a controller for FPS, LOL, I'm a keyboard and mouse guy. So I went back to touchscreen controls after dying a bunch.

The Gamestop controller feels cheap, if you can wait, the new Nyko Playpad controllers should be out soon; they will be optimized for Tegra games and will supposedly have profiles for other top games.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] earlyberd:
I think the lesson to be learned from this thread is that going cheap on controllers is often more trouble than it's worth. The sweet spot seems to be about $40, so if you can't spare that much for a controller then you're better off using touchscreen controls in the meantime.

Personally I feel that the PS3 controller is the best way to go, hands down. If you use the Sixaxis Controller app it works with every single game out there, even the touchscreen-only titles. A close second would be the 360 controller, only because the wireless version needs a dongle and USB OTG cable to get working properly. Once set up though, you can get the same functionality as the Sixaxis when you use the USB/BT Joystick Center app.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] mustbepbs:
Do yourselves a favor and buy the PS3 controller. Not only is it the most comfortable, usable, and most button rich controller, it also works very well with PC gaming. You'll definitely thank yourself later when the cheap controllers crap out and you wind up spending more on a replacement than you would have buying one PS3 controller.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] doom22:
I havent tried it yet, but I will use my xbox 360 controller. I have a Microsoft wireless adapter that hooks xbox controllers up to a pc and it seems to work with android tablets. I might have to map my own buttons though, so I will update and let you know how it works.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] droidkevlar:
Ya, saw that one too. Think I might get it esp since it has a case and tablet stand so I can play on the go.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] phoenixstudio:
in my country, controller that cost about only 13 myr,about 4.3US dollars works fine. :good:

but he said the only games with controller setting tweaking will work.

http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=2514589&view=findpost&p=54981717
[Nexus 7 Accessories] SteppingSplash:
Is that the same as the ten dollar one on their website??

Never mind, I see it's at least thirty to get one.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] kborer22:
Thinking about picking up one of these, $40 is probably at the top of my price range, but it looks interesting

http://www.nyko.com/products/product-detail/?name=PlayPad
[Nexus 7 Accessories] JohnnyHempseed:
I'm going with this Kickstarter project controller for $25 - http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/852638998/impulse-game-controller-and-key-finder-pocket-acce
[Nexus 7 Accessories] SteppingSplash:
That actually looks awesome... The only thing is that it won't work with games like Shadowgun, because it only has one control stick. Yeah, it'll work with basically all games on emulators and lots of others, but hardcore games like Dead Trigger and Grand Theft Auto won't work. Looks like there are four buttons.

Yesterday I ordered a Wii Remote and Classic Controller Pro, for under twenty bucks shipped. I just hope that if they don't come the same day, that the remote comes first!
[Nexus 7 Accessories] player911:
That remote looks cool but I have a PS3 controller that works perfect. The Wiimote works great too but I don't like the cable of the classic controllers. I hate how it has to connect to the wiimote vs wireless to the Wii/android device.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] beestee:
Here is a another, more fully featured Bluetooth Controller from kickstarter:

iControlPad2

Ends in 4 days, and these guys have years of previous experience.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] player911:
Looks sweet but pricy. I like it uses touch emulation like we already have on the Sixaxis app.

Most of these gamepads just have horrible button response.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] SteppingSplash:
That was cool because you could attach your phone to it and it was open sourced. It was kind of a gimmick.

Now the new one adds a new novelty of a keyboard (I'm sure many people will make constant use of it, no doubt). For that price though, you can get a much better controller that focuses just on being a controller, you know? Even if you get one that isn't made for a tablet, it'd be better (PS3 controller + Sixaxis app is still cheaper).
[Nexus 7 Accessories] beestee:
I guess the allure that the iCP2 has for me is that it is much more portable than a PS3 controller. I also carry a Galaxy Note, so attaching the iCP2 to it means that I will always have the controller with me.

I already have PS3 controllers, wiimotes, and an original iCP. No doubt that the PS3 controller is the best controller out of all of the options, but it does come in last in portability...if I am going to sit at home and play games, I am going to do it at the computer or TV, not my tablet.

My original iCP has great button response BTW, as good as any wireless controller I have ever used.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] fventura03:
um, how come no one has brought up using a Wiimote?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3rjw-XnYfWA
[Nexus 7 Accessories] TWO515TY:
I would argue that if you're going to use a wireless console controller, a PS3 controller is so much better than a WiiMote (for this scenario), that a WiiMote is only worth mentioning as an option for those who have a spare WiiMote and don't want to buy a PS3 controller. If you want a wired solution, I would take a wired Xbox 360 controller for its compatibility with the PC, in case you ever needed it. The WiiMote is not a bad idea, but I'd still rather use a wireless PS3 controller (if you're rooted) or wired Xbox 360 controller (if you don't want to root). You can probably even use an off brand wired 360 controller, I know my girlfriend's MadCatz 360 controllers worked quite well on my Nexus 7.

EDIT: I just actually studied the setup of the WiiMote classic setup and realized it requires a regular wireless WiiMote to work, which is quite a clunky, convoluted setup, especially if you're on the go. I much prefer my PS3 controller since I can just turn on SixAxis, turn on the controller and play right away. Not to mention that the cost of both devices probably equals that of a PS3 controller if you don't already have both items lying around.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] SteppingSplash:
Actually, I bought a Wii Remote and Classic Controller Pro for under twenty bucks, shipped.

I'm cheap, and I don't have a PS3 controller just lying around...
[Nexus 7 Accessories] TWO515TY:
Where though? Is that a normal deal available to everyone, or did you just get lucky? Like I said, with the normal prices of a WiiMote + Classic Controller, you'd spend as much as you would on a PS3 controller and have a clunkier setup than just using a PS3 controller.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] SteppingSplash:
For my needs, a Wii Remote will suffice. It's more portable, and I don't need the extra joysticks. But that's just me. I also got a Classic Controller Pro for SNES and better N64 control (I can play Super Smash Bros. flawlessly with just a Wii Remote).

To answer your question, it's available for everyone. I typed "wii remote" in Google and went to Shopping and found it cheapest on eBay.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/310294994302?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

For the Classic Controller Pro, I just Googled "classic controller" and found it's cheapest to get the Pro from www.ps3xbox360wii.com. I'd never heard of that site, but it looks a little bit legitimate ;)

http://www.ps3xbox360wii.com/grip-style-classic-controller-for-wii-black-p-68.html

I've yet to receive the Classic Controller Pro, but the the Wii Remote works flawlessly. I believe it's brand new, but even if it isn't, I don't care; it's damn near it. I figured I was taking a bit of a risk not buying legitimately, but oh well, I've made stupider purchases!
[Nexus 7 Accessories] psycho2097:
so I have a logitech f710 (It is kind of a programmable 360 controller, better for use with windows games, plus legacy games) controller that i use for skyrim n whatnot on my pc. I dont game much anyways. Instead of buying a whole new controller, will this work on my n7/gnex? I have otg, just attach the micro receiver to the otg and set up via sixaxis? will work, no? I dont wanna spend 30$ on a whole new ps3 controller(seriously, i dont game much). I just wanna have a controller for mc3/horn/shadowgun.

If this doesnt wok, any other cheap options?

I like that wii remote, but doesnt look very ergonomic, u no?

I like the impulse, it looks pretty good for 25$, but shadowgun/mc3 etc wont work with that...stupid.

ICP2/ICP is too big n complex, n effing expensive.

I like the nyko, it would be my second choice, after my f710.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] SteppingSplash:
Unless I'm wrong, the Sixaxis app works specifically for OEM PS3 controllers (I wouldn't be surprised if it works for third party PS3 controllers). With that said, I wouldn't be surprised if you could get it to work via OTG, but I doubt you'll get touch emulation to work. I'd say go ahead and try it; attach the dongle to the OTG cable connected to the device, and see if it picks it up as a keyboard that you can map buttons to.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] clay347:
Hey guys I went out and bought the new NYKO PLAYPAD PRO GAME CONTROLLER and so far I am very pleased with it and to date it has been able to be usable on games like shadow gun and batman mass effect and mc3 asphalt 7 beach buggy blitz just to name a few oh almost forgot about death dome and samurai 2 riptide GP dead trigger I am going to try and sync with horn later on today when I get back home the free app called playground in the store makes it all possible to sync with the games no root required only draw back is the cost of $40.00 at game stop I'll let you know how it goes with horn GOD BLESS YOU

Update: one more important thing is although the controller is $40.00 it's built for NVIDIA TEGRA devices like our beloved NEXUS7
[Nexus 7 Accessories] can teh man:
My knockoff PS3 controller won't work wirelessly with my N7 but works great with the OTG cord.

$13 incl shipping, only caveat is its gonna be on a slow row boat from Hong Kong... http://www.ebay.com/itm/Bluetooth-W...t=Video_Games_Accessories&hash=item564d850187

Heres one for $15 shipped from USA: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Bluetooth-W...t=Video_Games_Accessories&hash=item257412544b
[Nexus 7 Accessories] psycho2097:
I am looking at the playpad, it includes a tablet stand or somethg....that wud b cool. releases 25th. But why are they both 40$? I thought the playpad was supposed to be 30$?

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looks good, what are the differences between this and the sony one? any issues with this? would i need a dongle?
[Nexus 7 Accessories] can teh man:
I don't have an official Sony one to compare to nor a PS3 to test with, but the only difference I can see is that it doesn't want to pair with my N7, the bluetooth seems to work, it just wont pair properly. (though, I may be doing something wrong or may have just received a bum unit), but I can connect this with my OTG and a USB mini cable and it works just fine.

Oh, and of course build quality may not be the absolute greatest, but the controller feels as solid as any
[Nexus 7 Accessories] clay347:
You are referring to the playpad mini and you are right it is $29.99 and game stop told me they would be that price when they got them in
[Nexus 7 Accessories] can teh man:
I got 2 of these... http://www.ebay.com/itm/NES-USB-Cla...t=Video_Games_Accessories&hash=item43b49e8b8a

Gonna try it today and will report back
[Nexus 7 Accessories] psycho2097:
Ah crap....seemed too good 2 b true anyways.

well its not called the mini, theres a playpad n a p.pro. i want the playpad. both are listed at 39.99 on gamestop website. Though u think there might be hand cramping?

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good lord...dafuq is dat?
[Nexus 7 Accessories] can teh man:
Like I said, don't quote me on that. I never tried too hard to sync it up anyways. I could have a bad unit or I could have done something wrong. I'll try again and write back.

Its a Retrolink USB NES-style controller. 99% of what i play is emulators, so a retro style controller for retro style gaming.. how can I go wrong? :D
[Nexus 7 Accessories] clay347:
Ur right the article I was reading about the playpad the writer was calling it a mini because of the size I guess what's leaning you towards the playpad and not the pro
[Nexus 7 Accessories] SteppingSplash:
I'm interested to see if it'll work. That's definitely a cheap solution, albeit wired. On top of that, you won't be able to play many emulators with it. Although I can play Super Smash Bros. just fine with a Wii Remote, you could do that with that. Any Pokémon game would work too, because you don't really need the left and right shoulder buttons for those.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] psycho2097:
i like the stand n the case....
[Nexus 7 Accessories] clay347:
Yeah I agree with ya there that is a pretty cool set up and as far as the controller goes if it is anything like my pro you're really going to love it let me know what you think when you get it bro GOD BLESS YOU
[Nexus 7 Accessories] azoller1:
There is a good one at game stop for 30 bucks and will be released on the 30th
[Nexus 7 Accessories] psycho2097:
Guys, I tested out my f710. Heres my post from another thread.

"I play games mostly on my laptop,so I own a logitech f710 controller. Its the very best pc controller out there, emulates both the xbox controller(for "games for windows" titles) and is programmable for legacy games. Now I recently thought of trying it out on shadowgun ion my gnex, n guess wat? works﻿ perfectly n natively on my gnex n n7(both 4.1.2). no camera spin, no file modification, not even root required, heck not even any app required, android does everything by itself."

Worked pretty g8 for me. M gonna try touch mapping for mc3 next.

PS-Dont get the gamestop controller. It has an extremely ****ty build quality, plus the upcoming playpas is the same price as this(playpad pro is 40$), but includes a stand n a travel case.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] clay347:
You're correct sir the game stop controller is not that great I had it and took it back and got the play pad pro which is off the chain and I have gotten horn working great with it GOD BLESS YOU GUYS
[Nexus 7 Accessories] smirkis:
im surprised noone mentioned the 8-bitty, its great for classic gaming and smaller/easier to carry around instead of a ps3 controller.

http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/ecea/
[Nexus 7 Accessories] TedT100:
I just got my Nyko Playpad, made a review.

Check it out.

Unboxing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3mc1LYPKB6U&feature=youtube_gdata_player

Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9jCFdNi2njE&feature=youtube_gdata_player

Sent from my Paranoid Nexus 7
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Solange82200:
Hi, so just to clarify, if I decide to buy the dongle to use the 360 wireless controller I already have, I would need to buy this joystick app you mentioned, NOT the sixaxis app? Thanks!
[Nexus 7 Accessories] uansari1:
I'm new to the tablet and using a Bluetooth controller for games, so I have a noob question.. I'm not rooted. Can I simply pair the PS3 controller and go? If not, what else do I need? I want a controller for Deadzone and MC3.. thanks.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] chaitanyapramod:
Just copying the layout files worked for my cheapo gamepad

I have a cheap gamepad sold in India by Enter (http://www.flipkart.com/enter-e-gpv-gamepad/p/itmdf2z9kqtcnzzw & http://www.enter-multimedia.com/gamepad_single_wireless.html). Turns out, it's product id is HID\VID_0079&PID_0006&REV_0107 and it works with my N7 after I threw in the layout files :D. Didn't have to copy the modules.

PS: I have a rooted N7 with stock 4.2.1 rom
[Nexus 7 Accessories] 2kbandit:
If you happen to own a Xbox 360 with wireless controllers. You could use the item in the link on your Nexus and play games.

Only down side is the two triggers won't work. Least that what I was reading online. Still waiting for my OTG cable to show up yet to test it for my self.

http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Wireless-Gaming-Receiver-Windows/dp/B000HZFCT2

Sent from my Nexus 7
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Ndokami:
does work on official 4.2?
[Nexus 7 Accessories] xdacuc:
this might seem like a stupid question... would I be able to use a cabled via OTG Xbox360 controller and configure it with sixaxis? (like to emulate touch buttons in games without gamepad support)

:confused:
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Piny12:
@xdacuc: Try GameKeyboard ;)

Yes, but you have to use USB/BT JoystickCenter to make it work.
[myTouch 4G General] spiritus777:
Hey guys,

I just flashed my phone with the most recent ARHD rom w/the double shot camera and I've noticed a big issue with the camcorder. First of all, it will force close if i try to record anything in 720P. When I lower the resolution down to 480P it will record, but as soon as I stop it force closes. On the camera side, I notice that burst shot causes the camera program to freeze up but that's not a big issue. Let me know if you guys have a solution for the camcorder. Otherwise, i'll have to change to a different rom.

Thanks!
[myTouch 4G General] estallings15:
My wife has ARHD on her phone and has no such issue.

I would do a FULL wipe (try 4EXT recovery), and reflash ROM and camera. You may want to re-download one or both.

If you decide to switch, try Energy ROM.
[myTouch 4G General] saranhai:
someone in my ARHD thread found a fix for doubleshot camera recording, try that.

also, burst shot freezing is normal, since our camera hardware isn't designed for that.
[myTouch 4G General] spiritus777:
Can you please link me that post?

Thanks
[myTouch 4G General] saranhai:
can't find the link but i remember now:

first flash RC Tweaks from my ARHD OP (if you haven't already), then flash the Doubleshot camera, then set recording to 720p, and walla, no camcorder FC :)
[myTouch 4G General] spiritus777:
Cool, thanks! So that will remove a lot of the sense features huh? Also, I've read that version 2 is actually worse than version 1 due to performance issues. Can you confirm that?
[myTouch 4G General] saranhai:
nope! as a matter of fact, RC Tweaks will enhance your Sense experience even more! :)
[myTouch 4G General] spiritus777:
Sweet. I'm going to try it out this weekend. I'll let you know how it goes. Thanks again.
[myTouch 4G General] spiritus777:
So I finally got around to flashing the tweak and I'm happy to report that the videocam now records at 720P (though it force crashes if I were to preview the video right after it finishes recording but I'm fine w/that). I have a question regarding the battery. I used UOT to create a custom battery icon that shows percentage. The tweak removed that mod. Is it still safe to reflash my original battery mod?

Thanks!
[myTouch 4G General] wealthy23:
I am about to flash this and try it thanks for posting this guys
[myTouch 4G General] spiritus777:
Bad news, my phone now constantly restarts after reflashing this tweak :(
[myTouch 4G General] wealthy23:
Which tweak you flashed there are two versions?
[myTouch 4G General] spiritus777:
The first one that's listed on the ARHD page. Apparently the 2nd version is quite buggy. As much as I liked ARHD, i'm now on Coredroid and it's been running great so far. I would've gone back to Virtuous Unity 2.39.0 but the links are all broken.