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Xbox Controller should auto-sync for PC

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SleepingGenius
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When the console versions come out, could you guys please bring over whatever brilliant way you guys decide to map the controller. It should be able to link up with an Xbox 360 controller automatically like most popular PC games these days. I can just see myself now plugging my PC into the big screen, grabbing my Xbox controller and relaxing on my couch while I play. My back will also thank you for liberating me from the hours in my computer chair. Don't think about just do it, use the damn force if you have too!
  • rotiferuk
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    SleepingGenius wrote: »
    When the console versions come out, could you guys please bring over whatever brilliant way you guys decide to map the controller. It should be able to link up with an Xbox 360 controller automatically like most popular PC games these days. I can just see myself now plugging my PC into the big screen, grabbing my Xbox controller and relaxing on my couch while I play. My back will also thank you for liberating me from the hours in my computer chair. Don't think about just do it, use the damn force if you have too!

    I doubt this will be possible.

    "It's also important to note that the Xbox One and PlayStation 4 versions of ESO are not just ports of the PC/Mac game. We have completely replaced the PC user interface with a console-specific UI designed from the ground-up with a controller and a living room play experience in mind. We've also added voice chat and full integration with XBL and PSN. Expect to see lots of news about our console versions in early 2015."

    http://www.polygon.com/2014/12/5/7340155/elder-scrolls-online-delayed-ps4-xbox-one

    So Xpadder is your friend.

    http://xpadder.com
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    If you want to be at a massive disadvantage go ahead.
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  • SleepingGenius
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    No I actually use a keyboard and mouse. All the Xpadder set ups I have seen look a little clumsy to me. I'll just sit back and pray for something official that works. If that never happens then oh well.
  • TheLaw
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    bosmern_ESO wrote: »
    If you want to be at a massive disadvantage go ahead.

    Can't agree with this more. People want controllers so bad that they don't stop to think how much of a handicap controllers are vs. mouse and keyboard.
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  • Reiterpallasch
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    TheLaw wrote: »
    bosmern_ESO wrote: »
    If you want to be at a massive disadvantage go ahead.

    Can't agree with this more. People want controllers so bad that they don't stop to think how much of a handicap controllers are vs. mouse and keyboard.

    I can understand it for some MMOs, but this one? There might be a few small disadvantages, but nothing major of any sort. I think some people are overestimating the power of a keyboard for a game that has an action bar with a whopping 6 abilities available at any given time.

    For what it's worth, FFXIV lets you have up to 48 with the controller. Yes, it's limiting there too, but not nearly as much as people might claim.
  • TRIP233
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    This is a simple video to show how to use a controller while playing on PC... although I wished it was easier but this is how to do it, right now...

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jJUuZcO2ywI&src_vid=loRVZx9GBew&feature=iv&annotation_id=annotation_4054190423
  • rotiferuk
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    TheLaw wrote: »
    bosmern_ESO wrote: »
    If you want to be at a massive disadvantage go ahead.

    Can't agree with this more. People want controllers so bad that they don't stop to think how much of a handicap controllers are vs. mouse and keyboard.

    I use a controller for all combat functions and consider it to offer an advantage over your RSI inducing keyboard (text entry device) and mouse (pointing device).

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  • rotiferuk
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    SleepingGenius wrote: »
    No I actually use a keyboard and mouse. All the Xpadder set ups I have seen look a little clumsy to me. I'll just sit back and pray for something official that works. If that never happens then oh well.

    I use Xpadder and an Xbox360 controller for combat and a small wireless keyboard for everything else. Yes, I play from my couch on a 30 inch TV.
    Edited by rotiferuk on December 6, 2014 10:00AM
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  • eventide03b14a_ESO
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    rotiferuk wrote: »
    SleepingGenius wrote: »
    When the console versions come out, could you guys please bring over whatever brilliant way you guys decide to map the controller. It should be able to link up with an Xbox 360 controller automatically like most popular PC games these days. I can just see myself now plugging my PC into the big screen, grabbing my Xbox controller and relaxing on my couch while I play. My back will also thank you for liberating me from the hours in my computer chair. Don't think about just do it, use the damn force if you have too!

    I doubt this will be possible.

    "It's also important to note that the Xbox One and PlayStation 4 versions of ESO are not just ports of the PC/Mac game. We have completely replaced the PC user interface with a console-specific UI designed from the ground-up with a controller and a living room play experience in mind. We've also added voice chat and full integration with XBL and PSN. Expect to see lots of news about our console versions in early 2015."

    http://www.polygon.com/2014/12/5/7340155/elder-scrolls-online-delayed-ps4-xbox-one

    So Xpadder is your friend.

    http://xpadder.com
    First of all Xpadder is work that we shouldn't have to do. Second, there isn't any reason we can't use the same interface that the XBox uses. If Dragon Age inquisition can manage to figure out that you have a controller plugged in and automatically provides the controller UI there isn't any reason ESO can't.
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  • eventide03b14a_ESO
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    TheLaw wrote: »
    bosmern_ESO wrote: »
    If you want to be at a massive disadvantage go ahead.

    Can't agree with this more. People want controllers so bad that they don't stop to think how much of a handicap controllers are vs. mouse and keyboard.

    I used to think so, until I started playing Skryim with my 360 controller.
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  • eventide03b14a_ESO
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    TRIP233 wrote: »
    This is a simple video to show how to use a controller while playing on PC... although I wished it was easier but this is how to do it, right now...

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jJUuZcO2ywI&src_vid=loRVZx9GBew&feature=iv&annotation_id=annotation_4054190423
    We shouldn't need an 18 minute video, a third party software that we have to pay for, and a profile that can be negated by single patch from ZOS. What should get is the same frickin thing that the XBox players get. It would be nice as a simple thank you for those of us that have been paying for the game and supporting them while they do all this work for the consoles. Just saying.
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  • NewBlacksmurf
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    bosmern_ESO wrote: »
    If you want to be at a massive disadvantage go ahead.


    The game plays fine with a controller only. Chat is the only struggle.
    I've used xpadder since beta and tried the keyboard but I'm more effective on controller as a healer, tank or ranged dd
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  • jelliedsoup
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    Ive used xpadder since beta too. I'm more interested in their mapping config.

    I'm pretty happy with mine. the disadvantage will always be the accuracy of the mouse to joystick, but it's not as if this is an fps.
    Edited by jelliedsoup on February 5, 2015 4:24AM
    www.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=Ks8_KGHqmO4
  • Khivas_Carrick
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    eventide03b14a_ESO wrote: »
    rotiferuk wrote: »
    SleepingGenius wrote: »
    When the console versions come out, could you guys please bring over whatever brilliant way you guys decide to map the controller. It should be able to link up with an Xbox 360 controller automatically like most popular PC games these days. I can just see myself now plugging my PC into the big screen, grabbing my Xbox controller and relaxing on my couch while I play. My back will also thank you for liberating me from the hours in my computer chair. Don't think about just do it, use the damn force if you have too!

    I doubt this will be possible.

    "It's also important to note that the Xbox One and PlayStation 4 versions of ESO are not just ports of the PC/Mac game. We have completely replaced the PC user interface with a console-specific UI designed from the ground-up with a controller and a living room play experience in mind. We've also added voice chat and full integration with XBL and PSN. Expect to see lots of news about our console versions in early 2015."

    http://www.polygon.com/2014/12/5/7340155/elder-scrolls-online-delayed-ps4-xbox-one

    So Xpadder is your friend.

    http://xpadder.com
    First of all Xpadder is work that we shouldn't have to do. Second, there isn't any reason we can't use the same interface that the XBox uses. If Dragon Age inquisition can manage to figure out that you have a controller plugged in and automatically provides the controller UI there isn't any reason ESO can't.

    He is absolutely right on this one.
    eventide03b14a_ESO wrote: »
    TheLaw wrote: »
    bosmern_ESO wrote: »
    If you want to be at a massive disadvantage go ahead.

    Can't agree with this more. People want controllers so bad that they don't stop to think how much of a handicap controllers are vs. mouse and keyboard.

    I used to think so, until I started playing Skryim with my 360 controller.

    But ironically I found this in the reverse. After playing for two years on Skyrim and nearly a decade of other Elder Scrolls games before that on the Xbox and 360, I got Skyrim on the PC, and frankly, mouse and keyboard felt more natural to me and much stronger and faster than a controller did.
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  • Ourorboros
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    I've been using a wireless Xbox 360 with Xpadder since beta. I used to be only KB/M, but LauraCroft was impossible for me until I got a controller. Didn't even know I could use a controller with Skyrim until then. I'd say the best method, controller vs. KB/M, depends on the hardware and playing environment. Sitting at a desk, KB/M would work best. But KB/M does not work well sitting in an easy chair in front of a large screen TV. Controllers rock for that. And the game looks awesome on a 55" screen! I'm not happy that I have to use Xpadder as a work-around, and look forward to native support finally being added. But combat and exploring are much better with a controller, at least for me.
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  • SFBryan18
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    People really shouldn't comment on subjects that they know nothing about.
    Edited by SFBryan18 on February 5, 2015 6:56AM
  • Tonnopesce
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    Just an example (i'm actually using a ps4controller even now..)

    When i've buyed Far cry 4 i've noticed maybe the only reason to use uplay...
    The software autodetect the ps4 controller and you can use the game like you are playing on the ps4 . All the buttons and features are avaible even the touch pad and the game ui change to mach your controller, so is actually possible to do this and i really hope that Zeni will implement it when the console version is ready becouse the ps4 controller is the best ever made and even cuz i cannot play with the keyboard and mouse......
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  • Funkopotamus
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    TheLaw wrote: »
    bosmern_ESO wrote: »
    If you want to be at a massive disadvantage go ahead.

    Can't agree with this more. People want controllers so bad that they don't stop to think how much of a handicap controllers are vs. mouse and keyboard.


    Noway lol..

    If I and a friend main tanked and healed all end game content in RIFT we can survive ESO.. This game has nothing like the end game mechanics of RIFT. One mistake in raid ment a wipe.

    Few of us use Xpadder for ESO and have no problems at all. I swear some of you people act like we are playing a FPS lol
    Anything useful that players are wanting added into the game all fall under the category of "Yer ruinin my 'mersion!" Sallington
  • SFBryan18
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    Funkopotamus wrote: »
    TheLaw wrote: »
    bosmern_ESO wrote: »
    If you want to be at a massive disadvantage go ahead.

    Can't agree with this more. People want controllers so bad that they don't stop to think how much of a handicap controllers are vs. mouse and keyboard.


    Noway lol..

    If I and a friend main tanked and healed all end game content in RIFT we can survive ESO.. This game has nothing like the end game mechanics of RIFT. One mistake in raid ment a wipe.

    Few of us use Xpadder for ESO and have no problems at all. I swear some of you people act like we are playing a FPS lol

    Pretty much why I didn't even give a response. Some people make such ridiculous assumptions without any experience. My Xpadder layout is very immersive, and there is no handicap at all. Unless you wanted to use some macros. I could have added a third utility hotkey, but I don't want to use macros. Seems like I wouldn't be playing.
    Edited by SFBryan18 on February 5, 2015 11:04AM
  • eventide03b14a_ESO
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    Khivas_Carrick wrote: »
    eventide03b14a_ESO wrote: »
    rotiferuk wrote: »
    SleepingGenius wrote: »
    When the console versions come out, could you guys please bring over whatever brilliant way you guys decide to map the controller. It should be able to link up with an Xbox 360 controller automatically like most popular PC games these days. I can just see myself now plugging my PC into the big screen, grabbing my Xbox controller and relaxing on my couch while I play. My back will also thank you for liberating me from the hours in my computer chair. Don't think about just do it, use the damn force if you have too!

    I doubt this will be possible.

    "It's also important to note that the Xbox One and PlayStation 4 versions of ESO are not just ports of the PC/Mac game. We have completely replaced the PC user interface with a console-specific UI designed from the ground-up with a controller and a living room play experience in mind. We've also added voice chat and full integration with XBL and PSN. Expect to see lots of news about our console versions in early 2015."

    http://www.polygon.com/2014/12/5/7340155/elder-scrolls-online-delayed-ps4-xbox-one

    So Xpadder is your friend.

    http://xpadder.com
    First of all Xpadder is work that we shouldn't have to do. Second, there isn't any reason we can't use the same interface that the XBox uses. If Dragon Age inquisition can manage to figure out that you have a controller plugged in and automatically provides the controller UI there isn't any reason ESO can't.

    He is absolutely right on this one.
    eventide03b14a_ESO wrote: »
    TheLaw wrote: »
    bosmern_ESO wrote: »
    If you want to be at a massive disadvantage go ahead.

    Can't agree with this more. People want controllers so bad that they don't stop to think how much of a handicap controllers are vs. mouse and keyboard.

    I used to think so, until I started playing Skryim with my 360 controller.

    But ironically I found this in the reverse. After playing for two years on Skyrim and nearly a decade of other Elder Scrolls games before that on the Xbox and 360, I got Skyrim on the PC, and frankly, mouse and keyboard felt more natural to me and much stronger and faster than a controller did.

    Try walking without using shift or caps lock though. I get that people like using the mouse and keyboard, it should certainly be an option, but I have found that for extended play a controller is much more comfortable.
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    I played DCUO on PC with built in controller support and it was able to fluidly change between the three UIs (depending on your input device) and functionality whenever I used K/M or back to the gamepad.

    ZOS needs to learn that we aren't all stupid sheep. These excuses are becoming tiresome.
    Edited by Lionxoft on February 6, 2015 5:04PM
  • eventide03b14a_ESO
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    SFBryan18 wrote: »
    Funkopotamus wrote: »
    TheLaw wrote: »
    bosmern_ESO wrote: »
    If you want to be at a massive disadvantage go ahead.

    Can't agree with this more. People want controllers so bad that they don't stop to think how much of a handicap controllers are vs. mouse and keyboard.


    Noway lol..

    If I and a friend main tanked and healed all end game content in RIFT we can survive ESO.. This game has nothing like the end game mechanics of RIFT. One mistake in raid ment a wipe.

    Few of us use Xpadder for ESO and have no problems at all. I swear some of you people act like we are playing a FPS lol

    Pretty much why I didn't even give a response. Some people make such ridiculous assumptions without any experience. My Xpadder layout is very immersive, and there is no handicap at all. Unless you wanted to use some macros. I could have added a third utility hotkey, but I don't want to use macros. Seems like I wouldn't be playing.

    It's great that you're proud of your work, but I still want the official Xbox version. I don't use a PS controller and I want my UI to match the controls. Also I don't want to do the F****ing work of setting up a controller.
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  • ZOS_GaryA
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    Hey there folks,

    We're currently looking to add controller support to the PC game, including the same UI as console, but that won't be available until after console launch.
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  • Heruthema
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    Fantastic at last some good news.
  • Chuggernaut
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    ZOS_GaryA wrote: »
    Hey there folks,

    We're currently looking to add controller support to the PC game, including the same UI as console, but that won't be available until after console launch.

    That's awesome! I don't mind emulating my controller, but would love it integrated and configurable like Skyrim (PC) and Fallout III/NV (PC). The weird part will be getting used to the new layout once its live!

    Current setup (using GlovePIE) is:
    // Back Start (Crouch and Target)
    Key.Ctrl = Xinput.Back
    Key.Tab = Xinput.Start

    // A B X Y Buttons (Accept, Decline, Synergy, and Potion)
    Key.E = Xinput.A
    Key.Alt = Xinput.B
    Key.X = Xinput.X
    Key.Q = Xinput.Y

    // D-Pad (Skils 1-4)
    Key.1 = Xinput.Up
    Key.3 = Xinput.Down
    Key.2 = Xinput.Left
    key.4 = Xinput.Right

    // Left Toggle (Movement and Sprint)
    Key.W = Xinput.Joy1Y > .5
    Key.S = Xinput.Joy1Y < -.5
    Key.A = Xinput.Joy1X < -.5
    Key.D = Xinput.Joy1X > .5
    Key.Shift = Xinput.LeftThumb

    // Right Toggle (Mouse Move and Jump)
    Key.Space = Xinput.RightThumb
    Mouse.DirectInputX += (XInput1.Joy2X)^3 *20
    Mouse.DirectInputY -= (XInput1.Joy2Y)^3 *20

    // Left Buttons (Ability 5 and Block)
    Key.5 = Xinput.LeftShoulder
    Mouse.RightButton= Xinput.LeftTrigger

    // Right Buttons (Ultimate Ability and Attack)
    Key.R = Xinput.RightShoulder
    Mouse.LeftButton = Xinput.RightTrigger


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  • firstdecan
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    rotiferuk wrote: »
    SleepingGenius wrote: »
    When the console versions come out, could you guys please bring over whatever brilliant way you guys decide to map the controller. It should be able to link up with an Xbox 360 controller automatically like most popular PC games these days. I can just see myself now plugging my PC into the big screen, grabbing my Xbox controller and relaxing on my couch while I play. My back will also thank you for liberating me from the hours in my computer chair. Don't think about just do it, use the damn force if you have too!

    I doubt this will be possible.

    "It's also important to note that the Xbox One and PlayStation 4 versions of ESO are not just ports of the PC/Mac game. We have completely replaced the PC user interface with a console-specific UI designed from the ground-up with a controller and a living room play experience in mind. We've also added voice chat and full integration with XBL and PSN. Expect to see lots of news about our console versions in early 2015."

    http://www.polygon.com/2014/12/5/7340155/elder-scrolls-online-delayed-ps4-xbox-one

    So Xpadder is your friend.

    http://xpadder.com

    Edit: comment not necessary after Gary chimed in.
    Edited by firstdecan on February 6, 2015 6:06PM
  • Gix
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    ZOS_GaryA wrote: »
    Hey there folks,

    We're currently looking to add controller support to the PC game, including the same UI as console, but that won't be available until after console launch.
    As much as I despise controllers, I'm happy to hear that more options are being investigated.
    Edited by Gix on February 6, 2015 6:17PM
  • NewBlacksmurf
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    jelliedsoup wrote: »
    the disadvantage will always be the accuracy of the mouse to joystick, but it's not as if this is an fps.

    I don't follow as you're not targeting anything.
    OR at least, that is not how I've been successful. The direction that Im facing and the placement of the "target" ICON is important

    *Disclaimer - I only play in third person
    Edited by NewBlacksmurf on February 6, 2015 6:13PM
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  • decompiler
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    ZOS_GaryA wrote: »
    Hey there folks,

    We're currently looking to add controller support to the PC game, including the same UI as console, but that won't be available until after console launch.
    @ZOS_GaryA‌, one quick question: by "PC" do you mean both Windows and Mac OS?
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