With the release of a new Linux kernel, gamers now have more controller options. With the release of the stable 3.17 kernel by Linus Torvalds, the Xbox One controller is now initially supported (without vibration) under Linux.
While this may not seem like a big deal, it actually is. I for one don't own an Xbox One, but I do have the controller, and in my time with it, it has become the best controller I have ever used. The way it fits in my hand and how tactile the buttons feel make it unparalleled in my opinion. The best part? Now we Linux gamers get to enjoy the best controller Microsoft has to offer, without having to install Windows.
I highly recommend this controller to anyone in the market for one, but of course everyone is entitled to their own opinion and preference, so please let me know what your experience is with the controller in the comments below.
Please note: The controller (for now) can only be used wired and your distro of choice has to be running on the 3.17 kernel to even use the controller. Article taken from GamingOnLinux.com.
While this may not seem like a big deal, it actually is. I for one don't own an Xbox One, but I do have the controller, and in my time with it, it has become the best controller I have ever used. The way it fits in my hand and how tactile the buttons feel make it unparalleled in my opinion. The best part? Now we Linux gamers get to enjoy the best controller Microsoft has to offer, without having to install Windows.
I highly recommend this controller to anyone in the market for one, but of course everyone is entitled to their own opinion and preference, so please let me know what your experience is with the controller in the comments below.
Please note: The controller (for now) can only be used wired and your distro of choice has to be running on the 3.17 kernel to even use the controller. Article taken from GamingOnLinux.com.
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Pinguino 7 Oct 2014
Microsoft does make some great controllers. I for one love gaming in Ubuntu with my 360 gamepad.
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Concur. Playing Hotline Miami for the first time with the 360 controller was liberating.
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Segata Sanshiro 8 Oct 2014
Call me a "filthy casual" but I like playing most of my games with a 360 pad (yes, even FPS games like Borderlands) so good to hear that they're still improving gamepad support. I know it's not as good or whatever for certain games, but I like playing them while laying back and relaxing since they're not really my favorite genre.
Strategy games on the other hand (especially Paradox games) are something which I like to play really intensely and sitting forward (whilst making tons of calculations in my head) so could never play one with a controller.
I'm interested in knowing the difference between a 360 controller and an Xbox One controller, apart from it looking more like Batman.
Strategy games on the other hand (especially Paradox games) are something which I like to play really intensely and sitting forward (whilst making tons of calculations in my head) so could never play one with a controller.
I'm interested in knowing the difference between a 360 controller and an Xbox One controller, apart from it looking more like Batman.
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N30N 8 Oct 2014
Nice. But I'll be sticking with my discontinued Logitech F510's till I can get my hands on a Steam controller. :)
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edo 8 Oct 2014
these controllers use to be really expensive.
That's why I use a chinese ps4 clon lol
That's why I use a chinese ps4 clon lol
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joshmnz 8 Oct 2014
I really do the XBONE's controller over the PS4's but the PS4's has a trackpad meaning it would be useful to use for some menu's and things like that in big picture. I do prefer the XBONE's controller A LOT but the PS4 trackpad is just an absolute killer feature that I want. I heard it's coming in 3.18 so when Ubuntu 15.04 rolls around I'll grab a PS4 controller for my Linux gaming rig!
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Izberion 8 Oct 2014
I've always liked the Playstation controllers over Xbox, though I haven't tried any of the latest generation's controllers.
That is, when I actually use one, since keyboard and mouse is almost always better for me.
That is, when I actually use one, since keyboard and mouse is almost always better for me.
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Without vibration? Well, than I `ll continue to use Logitech F510.
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My favourite controller used to be the 360 one, I wasn't much of a fan of ds3. Sony surprised me with the ds4 though, it's easily my favourite controller for now. I'm still waiting for the Steam one, really curious how it turns out.
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Beamboom 8 Oct 2014
I don't understand this. hasn't xbox controller support been in Linux already a long time? My Logitech f710 has a switch that can turn on Xbox button layout (ergo emulation) and in that mode I've been using that gamepad right out of the box since forever?
Also, if you need to use a wire while using the xbox controller, I'd very much recommend the Logitech simply cause it's wireless. I'll never touch a controller with a wire again after being used to the wireless controllers on the ps3.
Also, if you need to use a wire while using the xbox controller, I'd very much recommend the Logitech simply cause it's wireless. I'll never touch a controller with a wire again after being used to the wireless controllers on the ps3.
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I don't understand this. hasn't xbox controller support been in Linux already a long time? My Logitech f710 has a switch that can turn on Xbox button layout (ergo emulation) and in that mode I've been using that gamepad right out of the box since forever?
Also, if you need to use a wire while using the xbox controller, I'd very much recommend the Logitech simply cause it's wireless. I'll never touch a controller with a wire again after being used to the wireless controllers on the ps3.
One Xbox generation of controllers does not equal another. Even Windows was lacking an Xbox One gamepad driver for several months.
As for those who may be wondering why rumble is not present, it's because Microsoft doesn't provide documentation. They write the drivers for their own OS, so why would they bother with helping out other operating systems? They simply won't. Rumble will have to be reverse engineered by Linux kernel developers to get it working.
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Liam Dawe 8 Oct 2014
I also prefer using a game-pad.
You can pry my 360 game-pad from my cold dead trolled to death hands ;)
You can pry my 360 game-pad from my cold dead trolled to death hands ;)
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lave 8 Oct 2014
not even the old Xbox360 controller is really working for me, with the default xpad driver it isnt recognized at all and when using xboxdrv it detects a 'harmonix drum kit for xbox 360'
the only thing really working is steam big picture mode controller setup, after using that i can atleast play steam games correctly.
the only thing really working is steam big picture mode controller setup, after using that i can atleast play steam games correctly.
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aL 8 Oct 2014
Ill wait to the steam controlers... in the mean time, ill stick to some ps3 controllers I happen to have around
A shame, the latest ubuntu happens to be affected by this bug https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/linux/+bug/1326725
And the computer I use to stream to next to the tv happens to have ubuntu and so I cant try the home streaming feature until this is fixed
A shame, the latest ubuntu happens to be affected by this bug https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/linux/+bug/1326725
And the computer I use to stream to next to the tv happens to have ubuntu and so I cant try the home streaming feature until this is fixed
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Metallinatus 8 Oct 2014
Meh, I would like to know how to use my Wii U Pro Controller using USB instead of Bluetooth.... given that my desktop PC lacks the later.
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Beamboom 8 Oct 2014
Meh, I would like to know how to use my Wii U Pro Controller using USB instead of Bluetooth.... given that my desktop PC lacks the later.
A bluetooth dongle is really, really cheap.
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loggfreak 8 Oct 2014
there's not really a reason to pick the xbone's controller over the xbox 360's, some people say it's worse than the 360's and it's way more expensive than the xb360's controller
i'll just stick to my good old logitech 'dual action' controller, using it for many years and still works great
i'll just stick to my good old logitech 'dual action' controller, using it for many years and still works great
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I'm holding out for the Steam controller, and until then I'm happy with my Logitech.
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EKRboi 8 Oct 2014
I'm interested in knowing the difference between a 360 controller and an Xbox One controller, apart from it looking more like Batman.
Me too, I've not even taken the time to play an XBone or PS4 at walmart or bestbuy.. Is there any advantage to the new controller over the old(360)? I have 4 360 controllers for playing n64 games using mupen64plus on my HTPC in the living room. Drunken MarioKart64 and Goldeneye with friends = good times. ;)
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HadBabits 8 Oct 2014
I tried the XBone controller at Best Buy, and I have mixed feelings. It felt a bit strange in my hands, though I might just not be used to it. The sticks are a bit small, not sure if that has any real advantage/effect. The D-pad has improved, but it's still a bit floaty for my taste. Overall, I think I'd have to play with one more to get a real opinion, but it definitely didn't astonish me.
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