Game Input Controls

Comments discuss preferences and debates over various game input methods, including keyboard/mouse versus controllers, gamepads, touch controls, and joysticks, especially for FPS games, consoles, and handhelds.

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yeukhon Oct 12, 2013 View on HN

I get tired of using mouse and keyboard, and the same goes to a controller. It would be nice to play with hands in the air..

Macha Aug 1, 2020 View on HN

I would not suggest keyboard/mouse controls but if you don't want to go get a joystick a gamepad should be fine

artex_xh Jun 19, 2020 View on HN

actually it is really great for device with limited control keys, e.g. gaming pad.

barbarr Jan 10, 2019 View on HN

It's an interesting control scheme to get used to.

DangitBobby Jun 18, 2020 View on HN

Unless you want to use a gamepad.

hbn Sep 13, 2022 View on HN

Switch games need to have non-touch control options cause it's also meant to be played docked

parasubvert Jun 11, 2023 View on HN

Controllers also provide haptics (beat saber makes it feel like you're slicing a block with a light saber), a thumb stick, trigger and two buttons. we've got 40+ years experience with gaming with joysticks and buttons, this is hard to undo.

thaumasiotes Sep 27, 2025 View on HN

This really wants to be controlled by twin thumbsticks.

dmarcos Nov 21, 2019 View on HN

Unlikely. All the mechanics would have to be reworked for mouse and keyboard. You can hear it from devs themselves: https://youtu.be/-9K0eJEmMEw

purplelobster Oct 12, 2013 View on HN

I used to be a serious CS player and when I use analog sticks I just feel physically handicapped. I don't like that feeling. I've tried and tried but reached a plateau on my analog skill that just I can't get past. It takes the joy out of any console FPS game and some over-the-shoulder RPGs. I think this controller can make me enjoy those games again.