Hello, I have a question. I have been using an Xbox 360 controller for the PC for some time now, on games other than Halo 1. My controller is cheap for sure, and the controller doesn't work well on Halo 1. The response time is decreased, so decreased that it is very noticeable. I don't know if it's the controller or Halo doing that. Does Halo 1 have as good response time with a controller, as it does with KBM? Or is it just Halo 1 isn't meant for a controller? I am thinking about getting a very high-quality native Xbox One controller, and getting the Microsoft wireless adapter with it too. Will this result in better response time? Or will KBM always have a shorter response time?

Thanks!

Halo for PC has several lacks in controller support: No deadzone(I hate that), no vibration, start, back.
Newer games uses xinput(Halo 2 Vista too), the same libraries Xbox 360 and one uses for controller's input, Halo PC uses a damn old DirectInput 8 library.
By the way I would recommend a driver updates, reinstall or simply try changing USB port.
Never got a problem out of that insane deadzone.

But have you ever gotten slower responses than KBM out of a controller?

A 360 controller isn't that cheap unless you compare it with a 3rd party one, like the PDP manufactured controllers (they are good but wear out pretty quickly)


If you are experiencing issues with your controller like input lag, make sure you're using "DisableBuffering" in your config.txt in your installation folder. Input lag is more noticeable if you are using a controller, by using this, you remove that lag and the controller responds faster with no delay.

you can fix (sort of) the lack of full controller support with Xpadder, to fix deadzones (only applies to the left thumbstick, right thumbstick (aiming) has no fix, unless you sacrifice aim assist, which is a nonsense.) you'll need to delete your in game gamepad movement (move forward, back, left, right), leave them blank, and then use xpadder to map WASD to the left analog stick and set a deadzone you'd like, (you'll sacrifice walking speeds but it is going to feel a lot more natural), map the ESC key to the start button, that way you can pause the game with the controller,

if you're gonna buy an xbone controller, the thumbsticks are very loose, it feels weird if you're used to the 360's.
Also, why wireless? xbox one controller can run in pc without a receiver, just plug it by micro usb and you're good to go, no more buying batteries. (unless you really like wireless + discharges and battery weight).


mind my grammar, but I hope you understand :P
Edited by KVOND on Jul 18, 2016 at 01:18 AM

Don't forget that the left stick is very sensitive and Halo doesn't really let you move naturally. You're limited to 8 directions and sometimes when intending to move straight forward, the game will detect it as diagonal.

My XB1 controller works great with Halo PC, but in my experience the best controller was that of the original Xbox. The 3rd party drivers (XBCD) were beautiful in that they let you customize all sorts of variables, especially deadzoning which was extremely useful. You could also map keys to anything. This, coupled with Xpadder allowed me to become almost limitless with my options.

Thanks! I'll be sure to look into that.

Previous posts that may be relevant.

Use one and beat your friends to make them feel bad. (From personal experience)

Man U rite!

Would be interested to see a scientific analysis of the pros and cons against both hardware.

Yeah basically you want to use Xpadder for left-stick (assign to WASD and edit deadzone), and XBCD for the right stick deadzone only. At least that's what I do with my original Xbox S controller.



When you put a mouse/keyboard player against a controller player, the mouse/keyboard player always has the advantage. Even with player_magnetism, the precision and speed that is achieved only with a mouse makes for manoeuvres that simply aren't possible with a controller. Rockets and sniper are extremely dangerous, and the speed at which you can turn around means that players aren't always punished as hard for making bad plays.
Edited by stunt_man on Jul 18, 2016 at 07:51 AM

The controller is handled by the game differently in MP and SP. In SP I suggest using it, but not for MP.

I've been using controller in MP since 2013, without any outside programs, Idk why i have never had an issue with using it, I guess you just get used to it over time.

I prefer to use the x360 controller
Edited by Halonimator on Jul 18, 2016 at 11:27 PM

I also sorta want a scientific study of the toll and effect both have on the operator.

I.E:

How much energy is exerted.

Total strain.

Positive and negative side effects of lengthy play through's.

Psychological impacts.

e.t.c

Fixed that for you fam

Ahhhhh GG!

Controllers are an insurance to when this happens:

It was worth it though. I found my old 2014 Brazil postcard I tried to sell.

Is that actually you?

Yes it is. I know what you are thinking why don't I wax?

Well waxing is:

A) expensive.

B) painful.

C) weird.

I might get this though for christmas.

I literally started getting jitters when he adjusted the waist band of his boxers.

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What stays in Brazil, stays and sambas.

Is nice to be proficient with a controller for a night out .

Nah. Good old Irish formula is the best. Cured my sandal burn from the beach in a jiffy.
Edited by MonkeyBuggy on Jul 20, 2016 at 06:14 PM