Using a 2nd smartphone as a gamepad

by DurovisDiver on Jan 25th, 2014 12:30 PM

Hello guys,

I recently received my DurovisDive. Since there are a few games that require a gamepad, I was wondering if it is possible to use a second smartphone as a gamepad.
Is that possible if yes, what do I need for it?

I am using a Nexus 5 with the Dive.

I would be very happy I you help me.
Thank you.

Re: Using a 2nd smartphone as a gamepad

by obiwahn on Jan 25th, 2014 14:00 PM

Did you try this? https://play.google.com/store/apps/deta ... gdxcontrol

Re: Using a 2nd smartphone as a gamepad

by DurovisDiver on Jan 25th, 2014 14:59 PM

Yes, I tried it, but somehow it doesn't work.

Maybe I did something wrong. I did the following steps:
- Both smartphones are logged into the same WiFi connection
- I entered the IP of the phone which I want to use for the Dive into the "Gamepad" phone under "preferences"
- I started an app, e.g. VR MoonWalk or Winding Path

But I can't control anything with the Gamepad phone.

Can you spot my mistake?

Re: Using a 2nd smartphone as a gamepad

by appie21 on Jan 25th, 2014 19:43 PM

Hello

can you contact me the i can sent a test app and thenI know your button latyout!

Re: Using a 2nd smartphone as a gamepad

by DurovisDiver on Jan 26th, 2014 18:37 PM

@appie21

I've sent you a personal message.

Re: Using a 2nd smartphone as a gamepad

by Stefan on Jan 27th, 2014 13:17 PM

The gdx app is not yet compatible with the newer Dive Unity content,
Theres stuff upcoming in that direction !

Re: Using a 2nd smartphone as a gamepad

by DurovisDiver on Jan 27th, 2014 15:59 PM

"Stefan" wrote:
The gdx app is not yet compatible with the newer Dive Unity content,
Theres stuff upcoming in that direction !

OK, that means for now I can only play games, which don't require a gamepad?
I tried using a PS3 controller with the Sixaxis app, but it doesn't work for me, because my N5 isn't rooted. Furthermore I tried a Wii nunchuck, with the Wiimote Control app, but it didn't work either, always an error message during conecting.

Re: Using a 2nd smartphone as a gamepad

by appie21 on Jan 27th, 2014 18:03 PM

try a wirred xbox controller via micro usb OTG

Re: Using a 2nd smartphone as a gamepad

by DurovisDiver on Jan 28th, 2014 17:03 PM

"appie21" wrote:
try a wirred xbox controller via micro usb OTG

Today I tried to connect a Xbox controller to my phone, but it didn't work either.
I somehow have the feeling that the gamepad doesn't receive enough power, because the Xbox sign isn't flashing.

Now I've tested the following things, but non of them worked:
- PS3 controller with sixaxis app (bluetooth and wired)
- Wii nunchuck with Wiicontrol app
- 2nd smartphone with OpenDive GDXControl
- wired Xbox controller

Bluetooth doesn't work, because my N5 isn't rooted, but I don't understand why the others won't work. The only last thing I can think of is that the OTG cable is broken.

Re: Using a 2nd smartphone as a gamepad

by DurovisDiver on Jan 30th, 2014 15:25 PM

Hi guys,

I finally found the solution to my problem.
It is so simple. My OTG cable was broken. I bought a new one and lo and behold: It works.

Now I can enjoy and test all the games that require a gamepad.

Thanks to everybody who was trying to help me with my problem.

Greetings.