[Q] Is there any kind of controller that is usable for gaming on the Epic 4g? - Epic 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

You guys might have heard the new N64 Emulator for Android came out. I know we can't use the wiimote, but is there any other sort of device/controller that is compatible with our phones? Thank you for your time.

Its there anyway to get the wii remote or the ps3 remote to work on the epic? Is it a software or hardware limitation?
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Software, once we get cyanogenmod working then it will be a go.

if there a reason that other roms don't have that support? From the looks of it cm7 will be a ways off before we see anything official.
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epiclurker said:
You guys might have heard the new N64 Emulator for Android came out. I know we can't use the wiimote, but is there any other sort of device/controller that is compatible with our phones? Thank you for your time.
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I bought this a couple days ago for $15 and $4 for shipping and its on the way in the mail.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGB43zHpAS4

063_XOBX said:
Software, once we get cyanogenmod working then it will be a go.
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I was wondering if those guys were going to work on this. Apparently you can use a wii mote with the Nexus S because it uses Google's bluetooth stack instead of Samsung's. We just need someone to work on making those changes for us.

dmoneyitg said:
I bought this a couple days ago for $15 and $4 for shipping and its on the way in the mail.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGB43zHpAS4
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Ditto. I also have the game gripper and its a must if you want to play emulated games.
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I would like to use my epic as a game controler on my asus g60 laptop.
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Minecraft on epic?

I seen that they have minecraft for android now was wondering if anyone got ot working on the epic
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Shadowbl4ze said:
I seen that they have minecraft for android now was wondering if anyone got ot working on the epic
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Accidental thanks errrr lol. This is the Xperia Play Exclusive Version we can run it on our Epic, but the second we commit an action on hw keyboard the app can crash and or freeze depending on the state of our Ram. The Play has functions on it's slideout that would be wayyyyyyyy to hard to map onto any qwerty phone.
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Ok but if that's the case we do have the gamepad for our epics would there be a way mod it to get it to work with the gamepad?
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Shadowbl4ze said:
Ok but if that's the case we do have the gamepad for our epics would there be a way mod it to get it to work with the gamepad?
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The Xperia Play has two independent gamepads(like analog sticks but flat) on it if I'm correct which make multidirection movement possible on the device in games. The issue isn't mapping the keys it's the fact that the functions to map the keys don't exist outside of the Play's inner frameworks. Or Sony for that matter. People have used Bluetooth and used PS3 remotes but certain things didn't work. Our Phone doesn't contain the bluetooth stack to do that. They're "supposed" to be bringing it to the rest of Android but companies like Nvidia and other processor manafacturers have fragmented android gaming. Harshly.
I just saw of video of a minecraft pocket edition coming to all android the 29! Search it on youtube
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It's out on the 29th. For everyone else.
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Delayed -.-
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They just launched it.
They just launched the version for all phones.
Just downloaded it and it works great on the epic, although when switching to "fancy graphics mode" I notice a little lag.
Here are the market links
Full Verison (6.99)
Demo Version (Free but some features are left out)
snargledorf said:
They just launched the version for all phones.
Just downloaded it and it works great on the epic, although when switching to "fancy graphics mode" I notice a little lag.
Here are the market links
Full Verison (6.99)
Demo Version (Free but some features are left out)
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No lag for me.
The game still needs a lot of work before moving to mobile devices.
They definitely need to add Survival Mode in and have keyboard functionality.
I just wasted two hours playing that building a house and accompanying lawn
Roll Tide
Certain parts of my touch screen become unresponsive after using it requiring a restart.
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I played with the demo a little bit. It is nice if you want to build a quick house while waiting for something in the real world. I wouldn't buy the full version though.
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No lag for me.
The game still needs a lot of work before moving to mobile devices.
They definitely need to add Survival Mode in and have keyboard functionality.
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Thanks dude! Thought, I wouldn't buy the full version, I'm using minebuilder which is a minecraft like app for under 2$ amazing developer.
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Notch released Minecraft for Android. I purchased it and it is just like the original. Crafting is not an option yet, it is just like the original Alpha launch. There is also no survival mode yet, but it is found on the market.
I played it a little, the demo anyways, and it didn't seem that there was much to do, but it is just released so no complaints. Hopefully they will let you connect to public minecraft servers soon
The need to put crafting also =P
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What is the point of minecraft? I watched the video on the game's webpage called "This is Minecraft" and it doesn't explain why anyone would play....let alone pay for this.
Is it multi-player? It looks like a "Sims" type game but with atari graphics.
rocket321 said:
What is the point of minecraft? I watched the video on the game's webpage called "This is Minecraft" and it doesn't explain why anyone would play....let alone pay for this.
Is it multi-player? It looks like a "Sims" type game but with atari graphics.
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It's like playing with Legos.
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Xhyperion said:
It's like playing with Legos.
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I made a "dock" for my phone out of lego's combined with megablocks lol
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=epYmWk9Q3g4
This is just an example of what can be done with minecraft

i-Helicopter Works on Android

Hey guys, i recently bought an i-helicopter which is told to be working mostly with iPhones.
I got mine yesterday, i tried it and it is working just fine with our GS2.
For 30 euros, it is a funny thing to have around.
Check it out.
The reason i am posting this, is because i was searching all over the internet for infos, and if this thing was really going to work.... well i didn't, so there you go.
http://www.ihelicopters.net/shop/ihelicopters/ihelicopter-idevice-controlled-rc-helicopter-777-170/
i got it from MiniInTheBox
that looks like fun
cool.. What about controller App and plug in the transmitter??
That looks like fun... D: I wanna get one
looks cool, is there anywhere else for cheaper?
i don't know for cheaper. google it.
as for the app. you need to download i-helicopter from appbrain, in order to work.
And you need to stop any music application - service that might be running.
the only bug with the helicopter is when you receive a call, and suddenly you don't have a remote for the heli , then it goes... MAYDAY!!
Yeah got a couple recently, works awesomely... Infrared transmitter plugs into earphone plug. Very cool to play with... Pity all remote control toys have been banned from my workplace, be fun to buzz the co-workers...
A loophole... They never said anything about phone controlled toys.....
I-helicopter is also available on android market...
Cheers...
I jest ordered 777-173 for about 30€ from ebay
Cant wait to recieve
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Can work these copters for iPod in our Galaxy? There are with IR jack adapter. Others have iPod plug, then cannot work.
Yes, also we need app I-Helicopter from Market..
http://www.miniinthebox.com/index.php?main_page=advanced_search_result&inc_subcat=1&search_in_description=0&keyword=helicopter+controlled+by+ipod
I buy other electrononic components in MININTHEBOX without problem.
Frank
Solidly built, but still using IR, so extra transmitter + when the sensor can't "see" the transmitter, the heli drops like a rock.
Had one like this (although not phone controlled), dies on the second day.
gangster429 said:
I jest ordered 777-173 for about 30€ from ebay
Cant wait to recieve
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Iphone's version work on android?
Hahaha this looks great! I want one Santa.
t0m_t0m said:
Iphone's version work on android?
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I hope so
There is application in market
I will try when I recieve it
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gangster429 said:
I hope so
There is application in market
I will try when I recieve it
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let us know if it works
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I bought digicopter of modelco for 39.90€.
It's fun! It's better than angry bird lol
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s_m_a_s_h said:
let us know if it works
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Ok no prob.
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great news, I am buying a helicopter today
Mine is orderd last week at dealextreme, will post a video when i got it
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777-173 can not work on Sharp Sh12C
post back in a couple of weeks time so we know what the durability on these things are, ive considered buying one of these but always figured they were flimsy and id probably end up sending it on a unexpected kamakaze mission LOL

Sixaxis controller app (now fully functional on Epic!)

Just picked up a PS3 contoller and got it paired with my Epic without any issues.... the key re-mapping works fine, but I haven't been able to get the touch screen mapped to the analog sticks.... seems to not work with our Epics (yet?).
After picking up Modern Combat 3 (a different level of cool!), I decided to plunk down the cash for a PS3 controller. Can't get the controls working for it though. Bummer.
If anyone has a fix in mind, would be much appreciated.
Edit - the latest version of the SixAxis Controller app is fully functional with SGS Epic 4G! Playing Modern Combat 3 with a PS3 controller is very cool and works flawlessly.
I have been in contact with the Erland, the developer, and it is also worth noting that there is likely lower latency using a controller than using the touch screen! The processing needed to interpret the touch screen inputs introduces add'l lag.
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Just got a response from the dev that he is planning an update to the touchscreen support for epic - before xmas!
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Tirregius said:
Just got a response from the dev that he is planning an update to the touchscreen support for epic - before xmas!
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Whoa I want one now!!!! I don't even have a ps3 lol
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Worth a bump! This app is awesome. Takes a bit of effort to get it all configured, but its fun to do and getting my big thumbs off the screen is great for gaming!
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Wow works flawlessly... what a pleasent surprise!
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flastnoles11 said:
Wow works flawlessly... what a pleasent surprise!
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Haha I've known this before I rooted my phone the main cause of rooting for me was the fact this was available.
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Anyone know if this works with a Wii controller, or just the PS3?
DCRocks said:
Anyone know if this works with a Wii controller, or just the PS3?
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Don't own a wii but its worth a shot I would think...
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DCRocks said:
Anyone know if this works with a Wii controller, or just the PS3?
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Not the sixaxis app ovbiously but I know there's an app that is made for the Wii controller. Don't know if it works on the epic but if the sixaxis does that should to all it is messing with bluetooth configuration and drivers....
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I can confirm that sixaxis controller app is specifically for the PS3 controller.
The app has been around for a little while now, but what is new to us Epic owners is the touch screen emulation. You can now map analog controls and digital buttons directly onto the touch screen.
For example, take a screenshot of Modern Combat 3 in dual stick mode, then import that screenshot into sixaxis touch profiler. You can then overlay controls of various types anywhere on the screen you desire.
For quake 3 arena, I have a combination of screen mappings and phone button mappings for the ideal setup.
I was playing on a 32 player server 2 nights ago and ended toward the top of the charts playing on my phone! I told the guys in the server and they thought I was bs'ing.
This app is killer. And our epics are really holding up as gaming machines! I think we still have one of the best gaming phones around. Even the tegra-specific stuff looks just as good on Epic. This screen kicks butt on the xperia play to boot.
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So something like THIS is what I would need to use this app with my Epic correct?
DCRocks said:
So something like THIS is what I would need to use this app with my Epic correct?
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Yes, but realize that what you posted is shipping from China and is a China-ripoff of a PS3. In other words, the quality can be widely variable. Plus, shipping to the US for that is stated as taking 10-25 business days (remember, business days are M-F only, sometimes Saturdays). So just keep that in mind when you make your purchase decision. I tend to buy things on occasion from China, but I personally try to avoid a lot of electronics items. Just FYI.
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Thanks, but I was just using it as an example of the hardware, and not what I was going to actually buy
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This app works pretty good. I use it to play old emulator games like sonic and sup mario. As for the china controller comments, like 2 years ago i ordered 2 controllers for 44 bucks on ebay and i was stoked but then they arrived and had what appeared to be 2 thumb drives packed with em. I figured sweet this is an unexpected bonus. Then i figured out when the controllers wouldn't sync that they were how those cheap @ss pos controllers comunicated with the system instead of bt. So beware the to good to be true deals from china.
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so let me get this correct you can use a controller with gamelofts touchscreen only games like nova, MC, etc? Is there anyway to do this with the epic's keyboard?
reeshmd23 said:
so let me get this correct you can use a controller with gamelofts touchscreen only games like nova, MC, etc? Is there anyway to do this with the epic's keyboard?
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You take a screenshot of the controls in nova or anyother game.... and import the screenshot into the sixaxis app and setup your touch emulation
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Cause of this thread I finally bought it and it is amazing what you can do with it.
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I can confirm the wii controller does work on snes emulator app
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Love this app. All my emulators are so much more fun to play.
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I am trying to figure out how to setup the touch profiles to play games I bought (9mm, Asphalt6, BackStab, Captain America, Modern Combat2&3, N.O.V.A. 2). When I take screenshot through CM7 power button, I end up with a vertical picture of the horizontal game. Any help would be wonderful, also wish someone would make a Sixaxis Controller app Touch Profile. I would do this, but as you can read I am not the right person for the job lol.

HDMI substitute?

Well...this is just an idea. I don't know what you guys think, but maybe this could be a substitute for HDMI. Buy a mini Android PC to connect to an LCD monitor like this one: http://www.ebay.com/itm/MK802-Mini-PC-Android-4-0-WIFI-Google-IPTV-Smart-TV-Box-DDR3-1G-CPU-A10-1-5GHz-/160878065778?pt=US_Internet_Media_Streamers&hash=item2575147872, and then connect with AirDroid... it doesn't sound expensive... it would almost be like having an adapter but it would require more work to get working (plus more powerful, since it's a computer)...
Shipping: Free!
YAY
Payment: Paypal
Well.
Must get credit card for inet asap^^
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Nice!
Nice & great idea! :good:
MUST BUY
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isn't this the same idea as the OUYA console? i'm waiting for it
t0shir0 said:
isn't this the same idea as the OUYA console? i'm waiting for it
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No, the Ouya is "dedicated gamine console" ( mine is on pre order , should be cool )
The MK802 and newer MK models are "mini pc's" that run Android.
linkREMOVED, Low on stock and don't want to link you since then I can't get one
Someone should buy this and let me know if it works.
I'll try it out and see....my dad just got a android pc (holy cow that thing is tiny).
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brsingr said:
I'll try it out and see....my dad just got a android pc (holy cow that thing is tiny).
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I just wanna plug my phone into my TV and play games on the big screen.
neverwinter said:
Well...this is just an idea. I don't know what you guys think, but maybe this could be a substitute for HDMI. Buy a mini Android PC to connect to an LCD monitor like this one: http://www.ebay.com/itm/MK802-Mini-PC-Android-4-0-WIFI-Google-IPTV-Smart-TV-Box-DDR3-1G-CPU-A10-1-5GHz-/160878065778?pt=US_Internet_Media_Streamers&hash=item2575147872, and then connect with AirDroid... it doesn't sound expensive... it would almost be like having an adapter but it would require more work to get working (plus more powerful, since it's a computer)...
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If you get a MK802 MkIII for not much more it's a lot more machine than the Play. Then you'd just want to work out how to use the play's controls on it

MOGA controller with pivot app on GN2

Just got my "free" controller today and must say its not so bad. Granted the app can use an update and pairing is a little bit of a pain.But it comes with 3 games and works good for the games its intend to run on. Any tips, tricks, hacks, I should be aware with
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How did u get it free?
How is the compatibility with Emulators?
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How did u get it free?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=35400410&postcount=18
Try out the moga universal driver, works well with emulators
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.obsidianx.android.mogaime
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It works ok, I don't like that only one of the sticks is full analog.
With the universal ime it is awesome for emulators
noted for future reference on my Note 2
Im having problens setting up the profiles for the moga driver app cant seem to get it right and trail and error sucks. Not gonna lie its a sweet controller. Was playing MC4 on my 60 in. Led using the controller and the mhl adapter
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Using Moga pivot, so far tested with Pacman, Asphalt 7, BBRoyale, and Wild Blood, everything works perfectly, paired fast and no lag.
I just downloaded some n64 roms and its so sweet with moga
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bring your free controller to walmart and say you got it as a gift, isnt really a lie right? 48 dollar gift card will be handed to you.
Take that gift card and buy a ps3 controller, real quality.
scottmog said:
bring your free controller to walmart and say you got it as a gift, isnt really a lie right? 48 dollar gift card will be handed to you.
Take that gift card and buy a ps3 controller, real quality.
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Yes, I do think that is a lie. Try and convince yourself otherwise though.
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Yes, I do think that is a lie. Try and convince yourself otherwise though.
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I bought mine at best buy and returned it 3 months later at walmart for in store gift card.
And btw to get technical, you can say you got it as a gift from power a to walmart.
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Sure seems like a gift to me!

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