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mentaluproar

mentaluproar

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I have my moonlight setup streaming games off my Linux server. My Apple TV is the client. I need a controller for it. My DS4 isn’t mapping right, which I can probably fix manually but I’m also looking at it as an excuse to possibly upgrade. The dualsense controller is an option. I already have an Xbox controller that works but it’s a weird little battery nommer. 8bitdo has the ultimate 2 and pro3 pads that get high praise but my past experience with them has not been great. The Bluetooth connections kept dropping. Someone suggested a gamesir super nova which know nothing about.

-sigh-

Any opinions?
 
I like the haptics on that supposedly being strong. no charge cradle isnt great but I'll live. What going on on the back of the controller? I dont understand the 4 things on the back of the KK3. The TTmax also looks good
 
mentaluproar said:
I like the haptics on that supposedly being strong. no charge cradle isnt great but I'll live. What going on on the back of the controller? I dont understand the 4 things on the back of the KK3. The TTmax also looks good
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They're referred to in the picture as rear paddles. I don't own one, but they may be more comfortable to operate than the front finger buttons, and during over-active game play where you can tend to lose a solid handle on the controller they could help hook into the grip better. They're removable it seems, take them or leave them.
 
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I'm a big fan of the Xbox controller because it fits my hand well. When using it with the Apple TV, you do have to manually turn it off, which you may not be used to (long hold Xbox logo).

I've got an Eneloop Advanced Charger plugged into the wall nearby. Swapping batteries takes less than 30 seconds and makes it my favorite controller charging solution. Make sure to get the Advanced model. It's the one best-suited for just leaving batteries in there.
 
I jabe a Xbox controller (old version) for my Apple TV, also have the 8bitdio controller (arcade sticks and Pro Version Game PAds), recently got the Switch 2 Pro controllers and they are very very nice.

I don't have it but the Nacon Revolution 5 Pro has the Hall Sensor sticks
 
Since you’re using Moonlight on Apple TV, stability and proper button mapping matter more than fancy features.

If your Xbox controller already works, that’s honestly the safest option boring, but solid compatibility with Apple TV and Moonlight.

DualSense works fine over Bluetooth with Apple TV, but you won’t really get the advanced haptics through Moonlight anyway. So you’re mostly paying for build quality and feel.

8BitDo is hit or miss. When they work, they’re great. But if you’ve already had Bluetooth drop issues with them I wouldn’t gamble again.

GuliKit KK3 Pro is actually a decent middle ground Hall effect sticks, good build and generally stable connection. The four things on the back are just programmable paddles. You don’t have to use them.
 
I'm still getting bluetooth issues with the new dualsense. theres something about my house that controller doesnt seem to like. it doesnt outright give up, but if I have a new input and its been idle for a moment, it takes an extra beat or two for the appletv to respond to it.
 
Switch 2 Pro Controller is wonderful

I'm hoping it's not too much longer for good Steam support
 
mentaluproar said:
I like the haptics on that supposedly being strong
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On the KK2 Pro, I find the haptics very strong and always use it on the lowest intensity. YMMV of course. However, there are some tolerance/QC issues at least on the KK2 Pro. The A button and analog triggers started squeaking after some use, and if I recall correctly this is/was a common issue for the controller. I haven’t had any issues with buttons registering, though.

Boppi said:
they may be more comfortable to operate than the front finger buttons, and during over-active game play where you can tend to lose a solid handle on the controller they could help hook into the grip better. They're removable it seems, take them or leave them.
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Paddles are mainly so you have extra buttons available without having to move your thumbs off the analog sticks. For example, mapping one paddle to an A press to jump while moving and looking around. I find two paddles is usually plenty, but it depends on the game and how complex the mechanics are.

jabbr said:
Nintendo is arguably the least evil of the major gaming hardware companies.
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I was gonna save they’re the only game company that forces you to use cloud saves, but apparently Xbox also requires cloud saves and PS requires linking your account to restore saves on a different console. Nintendo is still the worst, though, requiring a paid subscription.
 
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