Adjust Controller Deadzone in ANY PC Game! Even If There's No Option For It.

About this video

• Video Title: Adjust Controller Deadzone in ANY PC Game! Even If There's No Option For It.
• Channel: Elder Trolls Gaming
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• Duration: 00:08:00

Overview

This video explains how to adjust controller dead zones in PC games, even when the game itself doesn't offer this setting. It demonstrates using various software to manipulate controller input, effectively bypassing in-game limitations and improving aiming precision, particularly in older games or those with poor default dead zone settings.

Key takeaways

• Problem: Many PC games have a hardcoded minimum dead zone, preventing players from achieving precise aiming or eliminating stick drift, even when controller software is set to zero.
• Solution: Utilize third-party software to adjust the controller's input signal before it reaches the game. This can be done by increasing the "dead zone" or manipulating sensitivity curves within the software.
• Software Options:
  • Pro-style Controller Software: If your controller has dedicated software (e.g., Fly Digi Apex 4), adjust the joystick sensitivity curve or dead zone settings directly. For example, setting the zero point on the curve to 20% effectively bypasses the game's minimum 20% dead zone.
  • DS4Windows (for PS4/PS5 Controllers): This software has an "anti-dead zone" setting that can be adjusted (e.g., to 0.2) to increase the minimum input signal registered by the game.
  • REWASD: This versatile software allows for custom curves, and by setting the first dot on the curve to approximately 20% up, you can achieve a similar effect to other software.
• Impact: By increasing the minimum registered input, the game will react to even the slightest joystick movement, making aiming more responsive and effectively eliminating the unwanted in-game dead zone.
• Caution: This method can potentially introduce stick drift if the controller's physical dead zone is already significant or if set too low. Testing and adjustment are recommended to find a balance.