With your controller hooked up, all that’s left is to download some games from Google Play and fire them up. You should note that not all games have controller compatibility, and you’ll have to configure buttons in others. RELATED: The Best "Console-Like" Games for iPhone, iPad, and Android For what it’s worth, I ended up preferring the experience of the DualShock over USB than the Moga over Bluetooth on every game that worked with both.
If you’re using a USB controller, just plug it in-if it’s compatible, it should work immediately. After a few seconds, you should be ready to go. Then, click the system tray, then “Bluetooth.”įind your controller under the “Unpaired Devices” section and click on it.
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If you’re not sure how to do this, consult the manufacturer’s documentation. First make sure your controller is in pairing mode. If you’re using a Bluetooth controller, you’ll pair it like any other Bluetooth device. So, really, your mileage will vary here-it’s a combination of the controller you’re using with the game you’re playing. I tested gaming with the DualShock 4 over USB, and found it to be pretty hit and miss-games that worked with it provided a great experience, but those that didn’t, well…didn’t. It’s also worth mentioning that you can also use an Xbox or PlayStation controller with Chrome OS, though they’ll have to be plugged in over USB instead of paired over Bluetooth. RELATED: The Best Android Apps You Should be Using On Your Chromebook
I did most of my testing with a Moga Pro ($41), which is arguably one of the best controllers out there for Android gaming.
But if you’re in the market, there are a lot to choose from. If you already having a game controller for Android, give it a go! There’s a good chance it will also work with your Chromebook.