Joystick and Multi-Monitor Support

Tycho · 2011-11-18, 05:20 AM

I have seen others post that they would like to see multi-monitor support in PS2. I dont think anyone has actually responded to say if that is something that is in or out. I would like to make a plea to the Devs to support multiple monitors in game. I would also like to see joysticks allowed for flying vehicles. In PS the mouse and keyboard worked great, but PS2 is supposed to have realistic flight characteristics. Can we ask the devs at one of the Q&A sessions?

Traak · 2011-11-18, 05:53 AM

I think that PS2 will have support for simultaneous mouse and joystick, so you can hop out of a plane and go back to using a mouse, hop into a plane, and use your joystick.

Talek Krell · 2011-11-18, 07:24 PM

Probably a good thing to slip into the next Q&A. Joystick seems like a given, at least.

Zulthus · 2011-11-18, 07:34 PM

Multiple monitors is fine for a map on another screen. You should NOT however be able to use them if they increase your FOV. It's an unfair advantage that not everyone (maybe 2% of anyone actually does) can use, so it needs to be normal for everyone.

Tycho · 2011-11-19, 05:28 PM

I completely agree. I should have clarified my intent. I just want to be able to manage my maps, chat, and other information on a second screen. I agree that you should not be able to increase your FOV.

I asked about the joystick because I didnt want to take it for granted that it would be supported. I know Higby and the crew actually look at these forums so I thought I would throw it out there.

Traak · 2011-11-20, 08:10 AM

Originally Posted by Zulthus

Multiple monitors is fine for a map on another screen. You should NOT however be able to use them if they increase your FOV. It's an unfair advantage that not everyone (maybe 2% of anyone actually does) can use, so it needs to be normal for everyone.

No kidding. Imagine a 300 degree FOV with six monitors.

Coreldan · 2011-11-20, 08:52 AM

I would love if PS2 would support secondary monitor to be used as a full screen map or similar stuff to that.

I would not get 3 monitors just to have eyefinity stuff, but I would get a secondary monitor if any of my main games would support one as a full screen map for example. Especially in PS2, the map plays a bigger role than in most other games.

Seriously, I beg you to do support for that lol. I would love to have a sort of "overlay" monitor, but not gonna get one before something supports it. Outside PS2 I could use it for stuff like chats, TS/mumble GUI, etc.

SKYeXile · 2011-11-21, 06:23 AM

screew that, i pay the big bucks gimme the FOV.

Zulthus · 2011-11-21, 10:11 PM

Originally Posted by SKYeXile

screew that, i pay the big bucks gimme the FOV.

Why? Eyes don't extend around the sides of your head. Use those bucks elsewhere!

SKYeXile · 2011-11-22, 01:31 AM

Originally Posted by Zulthus

Why? Eyes don't extend around the sides of your head. Use those bucks elsewhere!

well oviously 6 monitors spread around the sides of your head would be mega retarded, but 3 certainly work.

Oryon22 · 2011-11-22, 11:19 AM

Although I don't know how much flying I plan on doing, but I certainly hope the game includes some form of joystick support.

Zulthus · 2011-11-22, 05:52 PM

Originally Posted by SKYeXile

well oviously 6 monitors spread around the sides of your head would be mega retarded, but 3 certainly work.

Believe it or not, people do it. That's why it shouldn't be in the game.

SKYeXile · 2011-11-23, 01:36 AM

Originally Posted by Oryon22

Although I don't know how much flying I plan on doing, but I certainly hope the game includes some form of joystick support.

the game would be designed around mouse / k/b im sure, but im sure they would have joystick support, they did in PS1.

ill give it a try with joystick, but i think mouse will be more accurate firing, while the joystick will provide better movement..or rather easier movement. if the game includes rolling that is.

Coreldan · 2011-11-23, 05:54 AM

Wonder if the engine will support TrackIR

A bit overpriced gadget for my taste but I would deffo consider it for PS2. Friend of mine has it and swears on its amazingness on ARMA2

RedKnights · 2011-11-25, 07:37 AM

Originally Posted by Zulthus

Believe it or not, people do it. That's why it shouldn't be in the game.

Sorry, I really don't think my 5760X1080 setup should be restricted to the same FOV as someone playing with an 800x600 IBM CRT they stole from a garage sale in Bangladesh. Games have always had a small advantage given to those with wider monitors, it's like that with every modern shooter, I don't see why it should be any different here.