Have USB controllers added to extensions

creeperyeettt

if you check the OP, we rejected wiimotes
it would be too complicated with stuff like the sensor bar and it doesn't connect to pc via Bluetooth or a wire.
we are keeping controllers that have a normal layout, like the gamecube

Mozboz

KittyCatKayden wrote:
Mozboz wrote:
(#1784)
KittyCatKayden wrote:
For some reason when you mentioned the Wii Remote I was imagining coding on the Wii, where you point the pointer at a block and grab it and move it. I wonder how that would feel…
Cool idea, but why not just connect a Wiimote to your computer or something? There's got to be something to let you do that already. Besides, Scratch on consoles is rejected.
The official list of rejected suggestions wrote:
2.7 Scratch for video game consoles
The Scratch Team does not have the resources to put a Scratch editor onto a video game console. This includes making a Scratch editor for Nintendo Switch, 3DS, Xbox, and Playstation consoles.

However, the ability to connect gaming controllers to a computer or tablet to use for Scratch is NOT rejected. You can discuss it on this topic.
And, Nintendo of America also are no longer able to physically distribute Wii video games in that region because some of its departments no longer had the ability to retrieve the necessary equipment to do so. (source: wikipedia)

But if you're suggesting adding Wiimote functionality to PC, that's a whole different thing. That isn't rejected, as far as I know. Might feel a little clunky, but still fun.
How am I supposed to connect my Wii Remote to the computer? Also I live in Australia.

Not meaning to be rude, but I'm not Google..

Just go look it up. Also, I don't live in America either, it's just that that lowers the chances of a Wii release, because MIT are American.

RainingCorgis

They might work really well with an 8Bitdo.

Mozboz

RainingCorgis wrote:
They might work really well with an 8Bitdo.

Looked it up, cool stuff, but I think we're looking at first-party, unless I'm wrong.

RainingCorgis

Mozboz wrote:
RainingCorgis wrote:
They might work really well with an 8Bitdo.
Looked it up, cool stuff, but I think we're looking at first-party, unless I'm wrong.

We have these USB sticks for them.

EDIT: Actually first party (console?) controllers contain: Xbox controllers (the newer ones, not the ones that came from the 2000s'), Nintendo Switch controllers (they are jam-packed full of features, so probably not likely) PlayStation(3?) (NOT LIKELY AT ALL)

ALSO EDIT: The list will increase over time.

Last edited by RainingCorgis (June 9, 2023 15:51:26)

Scratchuel21439new

Mberry2010 wrote:
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We need this ASAP

Yep, they still are listening!
This doesn't mean we can say “OH BOI THIS IS GETTING ADDED”, it just means they acknowledge our existence!

Minecraft_Master3964

Scratchuel21439new wrote:
Mberry2010 wrote:
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We need this ASAP
Yep, they still are listening!
This doesn't mean we can say “OH BOI THIS IS GETTING ADDED”, it just means they acknowledge our existence!

Well, that in itself is comforting for this topic.

Crispydogs101

Scratchuel21439new wrote:
Mberry2010 wrote:
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We need this ASAP
Yep, they still are listening!
This doesn't mean we can say “OH BOI THIS IS GETTING ADDED”, it just means they acknowledge our existence!

They are aware of this suggestion.

creeperyeettt

RainingCorgis wrote:
Mozboz wrote:
RainingCorgis wrote:
They might work really well with an 8Bitdo.
Looked it up, cool stuff, but I think we're looking at first-party, unless I'm wrong.
We have these USB sticks for them.

EDIT: Actually first party (console?) controllers contain: Xbox controllers (the newer ones, not the ones that came from the 2000s'), Nintendo Switch controllers (they are jam-packed full of features, so probably not likely) PlayStation(3?) (NOT LIKELY AT ALL)

ALSO EDIT: The list will increase over time.

8bitdo is a controller
8bitdo will work if it can connect via usb or bluetooth
the ps3 will work if you plug it into your pc
the nintendo switch joycons will work (you may not be able to use 2 joycons as one controller)
xbox 360 and up should work

EDIT: if it can connect to a computer it will work, if you want to know if your controller works simply google “HTML gamepad tester” if it works there it should work here

Last edited by creeperyeettt (June 12, 2023 12:03:58)

Dogs-are-amazing1

RainingCorgis wrote:
Mozboz wrote:
RainingCorgis wrote:
They might work really well with an 8Bitdo.
Looked it up, cool stuff, but I think we're looking at first-party, unless I'm wrong.
We have these USB sticks for them.

EDIT: Actually first party (console?) controllers contain: Xbox controllers (the newer ones, not the ones that came from the 2000s'), Nintendo Switch controllers (they are jam-packed full of features, so probably not likely) PlayStation(3?) (NOT LIKELY AT ALL)

ALSO EDIT: The list will increase over time.

Maybe switch joycons? And every PlayStation controller that can be wired to a computer, iPad, or phone (the buttons are the same, only the shape changed). And every generic controller

ReliableOkapi18

we need this. i love playing stuff with my xbox controller.

DanielyD6D

Minecraft_Master3964 wrote:
creeperyeettt wrote:
Gggllittttccvhjyuy67 wrote:
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Yea that would be really cool especially with console controllers and wireless console controllers!
wait, removed by moderator?
THEY ARE LISTENING
Now all we need is a post from Paddle2See themselves.

even if this is gonna get added its gonna take a while

RobotChickens

DanielyD6D wrote:
(#1797)
Minecraft_Master3964 wrote:
creeperyeettt wrote:
Gggllittttccvhjyuy67 wrote:
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Yea that would be really cool especially with console controllers and wireless console controllers!
wait, removed by moderator?
THEY ARE LISTENING
Now all we need is a post from Paddle2See themselves.
even if this is gonna get added its gonna take a while

It's only going to take as long as we want it to

-ExoByte-

100% full support. This would be so cool, especially with the Rumble feature! With the new trending ScratchStation project here, I think it would be great to use a controller with.

creeperyeettt

Mozboz wrote:
RainingCorgis wrote:
They might work really well with an 8Bitdo.
Looked it up, cool stuff, but I think we're looking at first-party, unless I'm wrong.

3rd party will work fine

Mozboz

creeperyeettt wrote:
Mozboz wrote:
RainingCorgis wrote:
They might work really well with an 8Bitdo.
Looked it up, cool stuff, but I think we're looking at first-party, unless I'm wrong.
3rd party will work fine

Of course, they function like first party, it's just we'll probably want first party. More reliable and common.

crazycatA

Support

Dogs-are-amazing1

crazycatA wrote:
Support

Why? On suggestions you’re supposed to be constructive about what you like or don’t like about a suggestion

crawfishcode

crazycatA wrote:
Support

Whaddaya mean, support?

undeterminstic

Support. I think it would be necessary for those who like using controllers. But I think Scratch should focus on mobile touch more.

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