Adaptive Videogame controls

Cbowen162 · 12-15-2003, 03:13 AM

I am a C4/C5 Quad interested in buying either PlayStation 2 or a Nintendo. I was wondering if anyone knew of a good videogame control. I found a link for a sip and puff control, but I have limited arm movement and I want to find a control that makes me use what I have.

PN · 12-15-2003, 07:03 PM

Cbowen: When I did play computer games I encountered some problems because of my finger, hand, and arm limitations. To finish Tomb Raider, I e-mailed one of their tech support personnel and he was able to provide me with some answers so I could finish the game. When I started to play the new version of MS Golf, I noticed that the clicking of the mouse button went from two clicks to three clicks, and I could not handle this change. I called the phone number for their tech support, and I was told that there was no way to resolve the issue. Through trial and error I eventually figured out a way I could play the game with only two clicks of the mouse button.

Perhaps one of our members will have a solution for you that will solve this issue.

PN

PN · 12-15-2003, 10:55 PM

Perhaps some of these suggestions that may help you. Good luck!

PN

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AO · 12-17-2003, 02:09 AM

You could try one of these ...

X Arcade

Possibly add a U to the top of the joystick. There's also a trackball version which looks quite cool. Apparently you can get adapters that let you use the same unit with a pc, PS2, xbox etc.

If you do try one and it works for you, let me know. I'd like to import one if its a decent solution.

Lewis · 12-18-2003, 06:44 PM

I have an arcade styled joystick very similar to the one below. As mentioned, I taped a U-shaped molded piece of plastic to the joystick. I am a C5.

Now, the only problem with playing video games is feeling what button you are pushing :-)

-Lewis

QuadPro · 12-18-2003, 07:06 PM

im gonna order the x-arcade control im a c5c6 but like lewis said i think finding the buttons without looking is gonna be hard but worth a try ....sooo many good games out now i gotta try.

Chaz19 · 12-19-2004, 05:00 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by AO:

You could try one of these ...

http://www.x-arcade.com/index.shtml

http://www.x-arcade.com/images/newimages/console1.gif

Possibly add a U to the top of the joystick. There's also a trackball version which looks quite cool. Apparently you can get adapters that let you use the same unit with a pc, PS2, xbox etc.

If you do try one and it works for you, let me know. I'd like to import one if its a decent solution.

Ao, did you end up purchasing one of those?has anyone had success with a video game controller like this?

Bspill1 · 12-19-2004, 11:20 PM

I have been working on a custom controller for some time. I also tried the ky and wanted something more.

First, custom armrests were made that the controller would be able to mount to. The controller is based off a PS/2 control. I have the adapters for PC, game Cube, and x box. There is left analogue as well as left Digital. All four buttons on the right were converted to a digital joystick. All of these buttons can also be locked on with toggle switches. This is especially useful for the throttle in driving games.I love Mario cart. R and l buttons are on a smallmouth joystick. That was the trickiest part. I use a harmonica holder for that. Ethernet wire connects it to the controller. Basic arcade buttons for start and select. There is also turbo. Basically I can play almost any videogame without taking my hands off of the joysticks. The only control missing is right analogue. This would have added $150 to my costs. Most games that use this are too hard for us gimps to play anyway. I really want to play Halo 2. Fibreboard was used for this first model. I am having an aluminum one made. This will be smaller and lighter. I got to get some pictures. You guys will love it.

I have a KY that I only use a couple of times for sale.

Brian C/5
http://bspill1.home.comcast.net

Lewis · 12-20-2004, 12:17 PM

Regarding the arcade like joysticks, it's important to note that you will not be able to play games that utilize analog buttons using PlayStation 2. There are only a handful of games I've been able to play. Most are one-on-one fighting match games.

Good luck!

-Lewis

Chaz19 · 12-27-2004, 02:18 PM

bspill,

when you become competitive at Halo2, please post...I have been watching my friends and brother play with envy.....I have some aggression that I would like to release on some aliens

"You must have chaos in your soul to give birth to a dancing star."-Friedrich Nietzsche

12-15-2003, 03:13 AM	#1
Cbowen162 Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Carlsbad, California Posts: 84	Adaptive Videogame controls I am a C4/C5 Quad interested in buying either PlayStation 2 or a Nintendo. I was wondering if anyone knew of a good videogame control. I found a link for a sip and puff control, but I have limited arm movement and I want to find a control that makes me use what I have.

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12-15-2003, 07:03 PM	#2
PN Moderator Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Witness Protection Program Posts: 4,363	Cbowen: When I did play computer games I encountered some problems because of my finger, hand, and arm limitations. To finish Tomb Raider, I e-mailed one of their tech support personnel and he was able to provide me with some answers so I could finish the game. When I started to play the new version of MS Golf, I noticed that the clicking of the mouse button went from two clicks to three clicks, and I could not handle this change. I called the phone number for their tech support, and I was told that there was no way to resolve the issue. Through trial and error I eventually figured out a way I could play the game with only two clicks of the mouse button. Perhaps one of our members will have a solution for you that will solve this issue. PN

12-15-2003, 10:55 PM	#3
PN Moderator Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Witness Protection Program Posts: 4,363	Perhaps some of these suggestions that may help you. Good luck! PN Click here

12-17-2003, 02:09 AM	#4
AO Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: SA Posts: 804	You could try one of these ... X Arcade Possibly add a U to the top of the joystick. There's also a trackball version which looks quite cool. Apparently you can get adapters that let you use the same unit with a pc, PS2, xbox etc. If you do try one and it works for you, let me know. I'd like to import one if its a decent solution.

12-18-2003, 06:44 PM	#5
Lewis Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Hingham, Ma Posts: 1,171	I have an arcade styled joystick very similar to the one below. As mentioned, I taped a U-shaped molded piece of plastic to the joystick. I am a C5. Now, the only problem with playing video games is feeling what button you are pushing :-) -Lewis

12-18-2003, 07:06 PM	#6
QuadPro Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 467	im gonna order the x-arcade control im a c5c6 but like lewis said i think finding the buttons without looking is gonna be hard but worth a try ....sooo many good games out now i gotta try.

12-19-2004, 11:20 PM	#8
Bspill1 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: SF, CA Posts: 874	I have been working on a custom controller for some time. I also tried the ky and wanted something more. First, custom armrests were made that the controller would be able to mount to. The controller is based off a PS/2 control. I have the adapters for PC, game Cube, and x box. There is left analogue as well as left Digital. All four buttons on the right were converted to a digital joystick. All of these buttons can also be locked on with toggle switches. This is especially useful for the throttle in driving games.I love Mario cart. R and l buttons are on a smallmouth joystick. That was the trickiest part. I use a harmonica holder for that. Ethernet wire connects it to the controller. Basic arcade buttons for start and select. There is also turbo. Basically I can play almost any videogame without taking my hands off of the joysticks. The only control missing is right analogue. This would have added $150 to my costs. Most games that use this are too hard for us gimps to play anyway. I really want to play Halo 2. Fibreboard was used for this first model. I am having an aluminum one made. This will be smaller and lighter. I got to get some pictures. You guys will love it. I have a KY that I only use a couple of times for sale. Brian C/5 http://bspill1.home.comcast.net

12-20-2004, 12:17 PM	#9
Lewis Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Hingham, Ma Posts: 1,171	Regarding the arcade like joysticks, it's important to note that you will not be able to play games that utilize analog buttons using PlayStation 2. There are only a handful of games I've been able to play. Most are one-on-one fighting match games. Good luck! -Lewis

12-27-2004, 02:18 PM	#10
Chaz19 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: boston area Posts: 823	bspill, when you become competitive at Halo2, please post...I have been watching my friends and brother play with envy.....I have some aggression that I would like to release on some aliens "You must have chaos in your soul to give birth to a dancing star."-Friedrich Nietzsche