Tonight, I'm hoping to test out this adapter in Linux. It's a two-port PS2 to PC USB adapter manufactured by the company, Hyperkin, It reportedly only works for Windows based PCs. But, if I could be shown it works for Linux, and works well, then I might put it on my so-called recommended items for Linux list (such a list doesn't exist yet, but I suppose it will in time.
Right now, I"m thinking of testing it in the following scenarios with a wired PS2 controller, a wireless PS2 controller (through the included receiver for the SX-3 Controller made by Tomee; then with both items connected to it.
I should have the review ready by tonight, or tomorrow - at the latest. The games I'll be testing it with are: Super Tux Kart Racer; NBA 2k11, and MLB 2K10 under WINE.
Wish me luck!
Update; I'll definitely pick up the adapter tonight! Sorry for nothing here in this department, yet.
Showing posts with label linux games. Show all posts
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Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Linux Gaming: Peripherals
Gaming in Linux isn't perfect, but it isn't as difficult to appreciate gaming in a Linux environment, as feared. There are plenty of of Linux native games available for people to play, with similar fun factor as Windows counterparts; and, may I mention, are free as well.
For Linux gamers - current, prospective, and past, looking for good hand controller support in Linux, should look no further than Tomee's PS3/PC SX-3 Wireless Controller . Even though, it would seem, based on the negativity presented by Amazon customers, one had pointed out it had stopped working on the PS3 since firmware 3.5. This said, this shall have no bearing on the product itself, but more of Sony's practice of trying to block third-party controllers.
I, personally, have an older version of this same controller - missing the LED identifier; and vibration support inherent in this updated version. The controller itself may feel a little light, and cheap. But, so far, it hasn't functioned cheaply. It has outlasted the more expensive Sony counterparts; and every other PC controller I've tried since I went into PC gaming. One of the first things to occur in a failing Dual Shock controller by Sony is, a loose analog stick; or its internal calibration going awry - usually containing an extreme bias in one direction. So far, the controller I have hasn't exhibited these symptoms.
I've tested it in various Linux games, and games operated under WINE, and the controller performs as advertised. The only thing to keep in mind is calibrating the controller within the games itself. This shouldn't be too difficult as all buttons, and analog sticks are picked up in Linux - thanks to its built-in support for the controller's USB dongle.
If wireless isn't your flavor of choice, don't worry. The dongle contains a detachable wireless receiver so you can plug in your favorite PS2 Controller into it, and will still function flawlessly.
For Linux gamers - current, prospective, and past, looking for good hand controller support in Linux, should look no further than Tomee's PS3/PC SX-3 Wireless Controller . Even though, it would seem, based on the negativity presented by Amazon customers, one had pointed out it had stopped working on the PS3 since firmware 3.5. This said, this shall have no bearing on the product itself, but more of Sony's practice of trying to block third-party controllers.
I, personally, have an older version of this same controller - missing the LED identifier; and vibration support inherent in this updated version. The controller itself may feel a little light, and cheap. But, so far, it hasn't functioned cheaply. It has outlasted the more expensive Sony counterparts; and every other PC controller I've tried since I went into PC gaming. One of the first things to occur in a failing Dual Shock controller by Sony is, a loose analog stick; or its internal calibration going awry - usually containing an extreme bias in one direction. So far, the controller I have hasn't exhibited these symptoms.
I've tested it in various Linux games, and games operated under WINE, and the controller performs as advertised. The only thing to keep in mind is calibrating the controller within the games itself. This shouldn't be too difficult as all buttons, and analog sticks are picked up in Linux - thanks to its built-in support for the controller's USB dongle.
If wireless isn't your flavor of choice, don't worry. The dongle contains a detachable wireless receiver so you can plug in your favorite PS2 Controller into it, and will still function flawlessly.
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