Question about controller

[Ctrane123]

I got a new steelseries pc controller and have downloaded everything I need for it and it works but not in payday 2. Any suggestions?

[Rockfire ✘]

Anything with X input should work. But yeah.. you could always.. you know.. use that mouse and keyboard of yours.

[Mahogany]

Controller? On an FPS? What are you, high?

[Ctrane123]

Rockfire-switched from console gaming not too long ago.. its easier for me... but yeah thanks for helping with absolutely nothing

[Ctrane123]

thanks for nothing guys... couldnt have done it without ya

[BeerDone]

Originally posted by C-trane:

thanks for nothing guys... couldnt have done it without ya

Few people use controllers for PC FPS games, I'm afraid :) Even less running some odd non-standard one. My cheap Xbox one I bought for literally one game got recognized by PAYDAY 2 automatically, so... I've got nothing.

What kind of controller is it, anyway? All I can see on SteelSeries' website are wireless tiny tablet ones.

Okay, I just plucked an FAQ to SteelSeries Free at random, and it mentions Direct Input. Perhaps PAYDAY 2 only supports the Xbox input methods? You should see if the SteelSeries Engine has any sort of options in that direction.

[Mahogany]

Nope, it's not easier for anyone. You're choosing to handicap yourself by using the worse, and might I say more painful control method. You're actively hurting your team.

[Deadoon]

Originally posted by C-trane:

thanks for nothing guys... couldnt have done it without ya

We would need to know the controller specifics, XInput or DirectInput? Are you using it the instant you start the game from the press start screen(very important)? Are you sure the controller is of standard input style?

Using a non-standard peripheral on a computer and expecting programs to all be able to use it is kind of foolish. It is like expecting to play a fps on the PS2 with keyboard and mouse(yes some supported it, but very few)

[Ctrane123]

Ok... it is a steelseries 3GC controller. Usb input. I opened the control pannael to test it and the computer recognizes it, it works. but when i open payday 2 and it says "press any button" and i hit a button on the controller, nothing happens, its like the game isnt reading it. Do i need to d something with my keyboard setting or something? PS---- i understand controllers are not as good for fps games and I really dont care. This post is asking for help on my controller, not your opinion on my gameplay.

[Deadoon]

Originally posted by C-trane:

Ok... it is a steelseries 3GC controller. Usb input. I opened the control pannael to test it and the computer recognizes it, it works. but when i open payday 2 and it says "press any button" and i hit a button on the controller, nothing happens, its like the game isnt reading it. Do i need to d something with my keyboard setting or something? PS---- i understand controllers are not as good for fps games and I really dont care. This post is asking for help on my controller, not your opinion on my gameplay.

http://www.amazon.com/SteelSeries-Dual-Vibration-Gaming-Controller/dp/B0036WTVNG
If this is it:

Double checking it because you seem to not understand what we are asking, your controller is a DirectInput type with no XInput setting. Your controller is using an outdated as hell input method generally, use this:

https://code.google.com/p/x360ce/

It will convert your DirectInput controls to XInput.

Also, it being a usb controller doesn't mean squat, my logitech f310 is a usb controller with a switch for XInput and DirectInput.

In general, it is not a good idea to use one of the lowest end controllers on the market. Buying a PS4 controller and hooking it up to your computer is a much better idea.

[DOY]

Originally posted by Deadoon:

Originally posted by C-trane:

Ok... it is a steelseries 3GC controller. Usb input. I opened the control pannael to test it and the computer recognizes it, it works. but when i open payday 2 and it says "press any button" and i hit a button on the controller, nothing happens, its like the game isnt reading it. Do i need to d something with my keyboard setting or something? PS---- i understand controllers are not as good for fps games and I really dont care. This post is asking for help on my controller, not your opinion on my gameplay.

http://www.amazon.com/SteelSeries-Dual-Vibration-Gaming-Controller/dp/B0036WTVNG
If this is it:

Double checking it because you seem to not understand what we are asking, your controller is a DirectInput type with no XInput setting. Your controller is using an outdated as hell input method generally, use this:

https://code.google.com/p/x360ce/

It will convert your DirectInput controls to XInput.

Also, it being a usb controller doesn't mean squat, my logitech f310 is a usb controller with a switch for XInput and DirectInput.

In general, it is not a good idea to use one of the lowest end controllers on the market. Buying a PS4 controller and hooking it up to your computer is a much better idea.

or a ps3 controller :D. thats what i have and i use a program to emulate it as a xbox 360 controller

[Deadoon]

Originally posted by DOY:

or a ps3 controller :D. thats what i have and i use a program to emulate it as a xbox 360 controller

The PS4 controller has an api for DirectInput and a program made for it to use the 360 controls and touchpad. Also, it uses the same cable as my vita for charging.

[Ctrane123]

So i guess i just f'd myself over by buying this today

[DOY]

Originally posted by C-trane:

So i guess i just f'd myself over by buying this today

Assuming you bought it from a respectable retailer. You should be able to get a refund.

[OneEyeGuy]

Originally posted by C-trane:

So i guess i just f'd myself over by buying this today

Not really man, You can always use the Directinput to Xinput swap, And payday 2 isn't exactly the only game you can play using a controller.

And to the guys bashing the poor guy for using a controller leave the guy alone, it's his choice.