Info about DSX: Official game description: **Take control. Play sharper. Win more.**  ------------------------------------------ DSX turns your controller into a precision gaming tool that adapts to you. Your DualSense™, DualSense Edge™, or DualShock™ 4 isn’t just hardware. With DSX, it becomes an extension of your instincts. Every button press feels deliberate. Every trigger pull feels tuned. Every haptic pulse reacts exactly how you want it to. Whether you’re competing online or diving into story-driven worlds, DSX gives you smoother inputs, faster reactions, and a deeper sense of connection with your games. DSX helps you play with precision and confidence. Once you’ve felt what real control feels like, you won’t go back. **Bluetooth Audio and Haptic Feedback BETA \[NOW AVAILABLE\]**: --------------------------------------------------------------- We've been hard at work implementing BT Audio and Haptic Feedback for the DualSense and DualSense Edge controllers. We're excited to make this BETA available for users to experience this major breakthrough **not found anywhere else on PC**. \[**BT Audio/Haptic Feedback is part of DSX+\]** **What DSX Does for You** ------------------------- * **Play at your best.** Create control profiles that match your playstyle. Fine-tune trigger resistance, remap buttons, and make every action count. * **Feel more.** Convert sound, rumble, or inputs into immersive haptics. Let your controller react to the game the way you feel it. * **React faster.** Adaptive trigger modes and responsive feedback help you stay one step ahead in every match. * **Make it yours.** Personalize LEDs, colors, and lighting scenes so your controller fits your setup and your mood. * **Always improving.** DSX keeps evolving with regular updates, new features, and expanded controller support. **Supported Controllers** ------------------------- * DualSense™ Wireless Controller * DualSense Edge™ Wireless Controller * DualShock™ 4 (USB, Bluetooth, and Adapter) * PS VR2 Sense™ Controllers (Partial Support) * Access™ Controller (Partial Support) * Razer™ Wolverine V2 Pro (PS5 Mode) * Razer™ Raiju V3 Pro (PS5 Mode) Release date: Jun 24, 2022 Categories: Controller Support, Customization, Simulation, Utility Software, Accessibility Features Feature scans: - MTX: score 85; verdict: Predatory Monetization; summary: The analysis of user feedback reveals significant dissatisfaction with the monetization practices of the DSX software. Key issues include the selling of updates as paid DLCs, locking core functionalities behind paywalls, aggressive and frequent prompts to purchase DLCs, perceived greed from the developers, and recent price increases. These practices have led to a negative user experience and a perception of the developers as greedy and disrespectful to existing users. - Wiki: score 10; verdict: Needs Improvement; summary: The primary issues identified from user feedback include significant technical problems related to input devices and alt-tabbing, a dependency on external data sources for game information, and a strong need for better instructional data within the game. These issues collectively highlight areas where user experience can be improved through technical fixes and better in-game documentation. - Steam Deck: score 55; verdict: Tinkering Required; summary: The analysis of user feedback reveals significant issues with the DSX software, particularly concerning Linux support, software stability, Steam Deck compatibility, and controller support. These issues are critical for users who rely on SteamOS and the Steam Deck, impacting their overall experience and satisfaction. While the software offers advanced features, the lack of support and frequent bugs are major barriers to a seamless experience. - Hardware Profile: No data Feature extractions: - Community Price: - Community fair range: $5.00 - $10.00 - Reasoning: The evidence indicates that users generally find the game to be worth its price, especially given its functionality and the updates it receives. The mentions of the game being cheap and a good value for the money suggest that the community considers the fair price to be around the lower end of the spectrum. The specific mention of $8 being a worth the price also supports this range. - Playtime Metrics: - Game completion: N/A - Story completion: N/A - Session length: N/A - Endgame: 4000.0h - Reasoning: The evidence provides a range of playtime hours from different users. One user mentions using the software for over 4000 hours, indicating extensive use. Another user mentions 1,500 hours, also suggesting long-term usage. Additionally, users mention spending hours troubleshooting and dealing with issues, which contributes to the overall playtime. The evidence of long-term use and troubleshooting efforts helps to estimate the typical playtime metrics. - Time-to-fun: - Summary: The game has a steep learning curve and initial setup friction, but becomes enjoyable and rewarding after a few hours of use. - Stance: Clicks after - Anchor: Overcoming the learning curve and initial setup - Time to anchor: 2h 0m - Friction: Steep learning curve; Tedious setup process - Unlock drivers: Using mods; Following tutorials - Conditions: Using DualSense controller; Playing with friends; Using BT audio - Player Archetypes: - Premium Controller Enthusiast (buy) - Motivation: Full control and premium experience - Playstyle: Customizes and fine-tunes controller settings for optimal gameplay. - Experience: veteran - Purchase stance: buy - Labels: controller enthusiast; premium user - Reference games: Yakuza 0; Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza starring Majima - Frustrated Value Seeker (no buy) - Motivation: Value for money and ethical developer practices - Playstyle: Seeks functional and ethical software solutions. - Experience: familiar - Purchase stance: no buy - Labels: value-conscious gamer; ethical consumer - Reference games: N/A - Casual User (sale) - Motivation: Ease of use and reliability - Playstyle: Prefers simple, plug-and-play solutions. - Experience: newcomer - Purchase stance: sale - Labels: casual gamer; non-techy user - Reference games: N/A Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category. Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews. What players like: - Extensive haptic feedback support (weight 0.27): The software provides comprehensive haptic feedback options, including audio-to-haptic conversion, adaptive triggers, and detailed customization for enhanced immersion and gaming experience. - Highly customizable settings (weight 0.21): Users can extensively customize their controller settings, including LED colors, vibration strength, macros, and button remapping, offering a personalized gaming experience. - Essential for DualSense users (weight 0.19): The software is crucial for utilizing DualSense features on PC, especially for games without native DualSense support, making it a must-have for DualSense controller users. - Superior to other controller software (weight 0.18): It outperforms other controller software like DS4Windows and Steam Input, providing a more polished and reliable experience for PlayStation controllers on PC. - Adaptive triggers functionality (weight 0.17): The software supports adaptive triggers, allowing users to manually adjust and enable them in games that do not natively support this feature, enhancing gameplay. - Controller emulation capabilities (weight 0.17): It can emulate various controllers, including Xbox and PlayStation controllers, making it versatile for games that do not support specific controller types natively. - PS5 controller compatibility (weight 0.12): It offers seamless compatibility and customization for PS5 controllers, making it a valuable tool for PS5 users on PC. - Reliable and functional software (weight 0.11): The software works well, with features like gyroscope and rumble controls functioning as expected, providing a stable gaming experience. - Positive user experience (weight 0.11): Users generally have a good experience with the software, praising its compatibility, functionality, and overall performance. - User-friendly interface (weight 0.1): The software is easy to use and set up, with a user-friendly interface that simplifies the configuration process. - Wide controller compatibility (weight 0.1): It works well with various controllers, including PS4, Xbox, DualSense, and DualSense Edge controllers, ensuring broad compatibility. - Regular updates and improvements (weight 0.09): The developers actively update the software, adding new features, bug fixes, and improvements regularly. - Enhances older games experience (weight 0.08): It helps play older games that may not natively support modern controllers, enhancing the gaming experience for older titles. Common complaints: - DualSense features behind paywall (weight 0.21): Many users are frustrated that essential DualSense controller features are locked behind paid DLCs. This includes basic functionalities that users expect to be included with the main purchase. - Always-online and Steam dependency (weight 0.18): The application requires a constant internet connection and Steam to function, which includes launching the game and using the gamepad. This dependency on online connectivity and Steam is a significant inconvenience for users. - Non-intuitive and confusing UI (weight 0.14): The user interface is described as confusing, complicated, and non-intuitive. This makes the application difficult to navigate and use effectively. - Poor optimization and performance (weight 0.12): The software suffers from poor optimization, leading to high CPU usage, laggy performance, and an overall poor user experience. This indicates a lack of maintenance and support. - Installation and connection problems (weight 0.11): Users report various installation issues, including difficulties with drivers and problems with software connection and reinstallation. This makes the initial setup and ongoing use problematic. - DualSense controller issues (weight 0.11): There are numerous issues with the DualSense controller, including it not working properly over Bluetooth, sound issues when connected, and general malfunctioning. The controller often fails to deliver on its advertised features. - Lack of haptic feedback over Bluetooth (weight 0.11): The application lacks in-game haptic feedback when using Bluetooth, which significantly affects the user experience. Some adaptive triggers and vibrations do not work wirelessly, and additional purchases are required for full functionality. - High cost for limited features (weight 0.07): Many users feel that the application is too expensive for the features it offers. The high price is not justified by the limited functionality and quality provided. - Controller connectivity and malfunctions (weight 0.07): There are frequent reports of controller connectivity issues, including flashing problems, unresponsiveness, and general malfunctions. This affects the reliability of the application. - DualSense emulation crashes (weight 0.06): The application crashes when emulating DualSense controllers, requiring system restarts to resume functionality. This is a significant issue that affects the usability of the application. - VirtualPad driver issues (weight 0.06): There are daily issues with the VirtualPad driver, requiring frequent reinstallations. This is a significant inconvenience and affects the stability of the application. - Double input issues (weight 0.06): Users experience double input issues, where certain buttons register multiple clicks. This bug affects gameplay and the overall user experience. - PS5 controller dependency (weight 0.06): The application requires a PS5 controller for full functionality, and some games need the controller to be emulated as a PS4 or Xbox 360 controller. This limits the flexibility and usability of the application. - DLC recognition issues (weight 0.05): There are problems with DLC recognition and functionality. Users report issues with DLC not being recognized and additional charges for DLC that should be included. - Lacks features from DS4Windows (weight 0.05): The application lacks some functions that were present in DS4Windows, including rumble and gyro controls. This is seen as a step back in functionality. Gameplay feedback: - Adaptive and haptic triggers support (weight 0.09): The system supports adaptive triggers and haptic feedback, but these features require a wired connection. This includes customization options for adaptive triggers and full haptics, even for non-native games. - Emulation for older games (weight 0.07): The system supports emulation for older games, allowing modern handhelds to play these older titles. This enhances the gaming experience by bringing older games to newer platforms. - Multiple controller support (weight 0.06): The system supports various physical controllers, including Xbox controller emulation. This allows for a wide range of controller compatibility. - DualSense emulation support (weight 0.05): The system supports DualSense emulation, including virtual DualSense emulation. It also supports DualSense natively if the game has built-in support for it. - Wireless mode limitations (weight 0.03): Wireless mode works only for basic functions, and more features are available with a wired connection. This includes the need for a wired connection for adaptive triggers and full haptics. - Controller compatibility with Steam (weight 0.02): The system is compatible with Steam, allowing for easy integration with the Steam platform. - Compatibility issues (weight 0.02): There are some compatibility issues with certain games, which may limit the functionality of the system with those specific titles. Performance notes: - Performance and optimization issues (weight 0.17): The software suffers from poor optimization, leading to slow and laggy performance, long load times, and frequent stuttering. These issues significantly impact the user experience. - Software stability and crashes (weight 0.13): The software is prone to crashing, freezing, and intermittent launching problems. Users report blue screen errors and system stability issues. - Audio and haptic feedback problems (weight 0.09): Users experience issues with audio feedback, haptic functionality, and vibration. These problems are particularly noticeable with Bluetooth connections and multiple controllers. - Driver-related problems (weight 0.09): Users frequently encounter issues with drivers, including installation problems, driver updates causing issues, and drivers continuing to run on the controller after exiting the program. - Connectivity and compatibility issues (weight 0.07): There are various connectivity issues, including Bluetooth connectivity problems, input lag, and compatibility issues with devices like the Steam Deck. - Positive feedback on latency (weight 0.04): Some users report no delay in haptic feedback when using native input and no latency issues on Bluetooth, indicating that certain aspects of the software work well. - High resource usage (weight 0.03): The software has high memory usage and requires a good CPU, which can be problematic for users with less powerful systems. Recommendations: - Highly recommended software (weight 0.09): Numerous users highly recommend the software despite some issues and DLC requirements. - Use DS4Windows instead (weight 0.08): Many users suggest using DS4Windows as a free alternative to the software being reviewed. - Worth the money for features (weight 0.05): Users find the software worth the investment due to its customization options, quality, and functionality. - Different versions for features (weight 0.05): Users suggest different versions of the software for various features, including free basic features and advanced customization. - Bluetooth compatibility (weight 0.04): The software is recommended for its Bluetooth compatibility features. - Not recommended due to issues (weight 0.03): Some users do not recommend the software until certain issues, particularly connectivity problems, are fixed. - Specific game recommendations (weight 0.03): The software is recommended for use with specific games, enhancing the gaming experience. - Wait for promotions (weight 0.03): Some users recommend waiting for promotions or sales before purchasing the software. - Not for competitive gaming (weight 0.02): Users advise against using the software for competitive gaming. - Niche community recommendation (weight 0.02): The software is recommended for a niche community of users. - Alternative download sources (weight 0.02): Users mention alternative sources for downloading the software, such as GitHub. Other player notes: - DLC mentioned (weight 0.01): A reviewer mentioned the DLC. No further details were provided. Emotions: - Frustration (weight 0.36): Players are frustrated due to a myriad of technical issues, including installation problems, bugs, and functionality issues. Connectivity problems with Bluetooth, high memory usage, and system impact are also significant causes of frustration. Additionally, the requirement for an online connection, frequent crashes, and the need for repeated driver installations contribute to the overall dissatisfaction. - Satisfaction (weight 0.31): Users express satisfaction with the program's functionality, customization options, and ease of use. The software's ability to work well with unsupported controllers and its stability with DualSense controllers are particularly appreciated. Positive experiences with specific games and the software's performance and price also contribute to user satisfaction. - Disappointment (weight 0.1): Players feel disappointed due to the lack of certain features like in-game haptic feedback on Bluetooth and the need for additional purchases for expected functionalities. The software's performance issues, limited functionality in Bluetooth mode, and the removal of initially available features also contribute to this disappointment. - Anger (weight 0.07): Users are angry about the app's performance issues, additional purchase requirements for expected functionality, and the software's reliance on third-party mods and paid DLC for basic features. The need for an online connection, unfair pricing, and the developers' unwillingness to fix issues and provide refunds also fuel this anger. - Excitement (weight 0.02): Players are excited about future features such as sound transmission and enhanced gaming experiences with the software. The upcoming support for tactile feedback via Bluetooth for DualSense and the addition of sound support and wireless connection support are also sources of excitement. - Happiness (weight 0.02): Users are happy with the software's performance, customization options, and overall positive experience. The software meeting and exceeding expectations, working well, and being worth the price are key reasons for this happiness. - Gratitude (weight 0.02): Players express gratitude for the developers' efforts, functionality, and support. The software's functionality and updates, as well as the option to play with a gaming controller, are appreciated. - Appreciation (weight 0.01): Users appreciate the application's ability to help with controller recognition and customization, as well as its versatility and customization options for PS5 controllers. The application's ability to emulate the Xbox controller well and solve connectivity issues with the DualShock 4 controller are also valued. - Frustrated (weight 0.01): Players are frustrated with the DualSense not working, frequent and time-consuming updates, and issues with the software's performance after recent updates. Difficulty with the software's user interface and usability also contribute to this frustration. - Satisfied (weight 0.01): Users are satisfied with the full functionality of DualSense features and the positive experience with the app's features and usability. The software's features and ease of use are also sources of satisfaction. - Enthusiasm (weight 0.01): Players are enthusiastic about the software's extensive features and customization options. The positive experience with the software's features and benefits of the DSX Controller also contribute to this enthusiasm. - Hopeful (weight 0.01): Users are hopeful about future updates and improvements, as well as the anticipation of new features. The potential for future software improvements keeps users hopeful. - Concern (weight 0.01): Players express concern about reviews on BT audio haptics, security concerns with auto-update mechanisms, and the risk of bans in competitive games. These issues raise concerns among users. - Disappointed (weight 0): Users are disappointed with the app's performance and developer practices, as well as the lack of the gyro feature and issues with certain games. These shortcomings lead to disappointment. - Confusion (weight 0): Players are confused about why many people dislike the application and the difficulty in using the app with a specific game. These issues cause confusion among users. - Positive (weight 0): Users appreciate the active support and updates, and find the product stable. These positive aspects contribute to a positive outlook. - Hope (weight 0): Players are hopeful about the anticipation of future software improvements and the request for Bluetooth tactile feedback. These hopes keep users optimistic. - Admiration (weight 0): Users admire the depth of the developers' ideas and the tactile vibration algorithm, as well as the developers' efforts and updates. These aspects earn admiration from users. - Uncertainty (weight 0): Players feel uncertain about potential issues with online games. This uncertainty causes concern among users. - Enjoyment (weight 0): Users enjoy the fun and challenging gameplay experience. This enjoyment enhances the overall gaming experience.}