🎮 No HOTAS? No problem! Get Started in DCS World with this SIMPLE Su-25T Controller Setup! 🎮

DCS Controller Layouts: forum.dcs.world/topic/283264-...
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[@Tuuvas]

If you're having issues binding the Rudder axis to your Triggers, try using Steam to play DCS World (see kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4bEfn6bYsqHp8U ). This will combine gamepads with 2 trigger axes into 1 single trigger axis and will allow you to properly use the Rudder in DCS.

[@Anderson_Hwang]

I've always wanted to try DCS but i didnt have the money to buy a HOTAS, until i saw your gamepad setup tutorials. I decided to give it a try and bought the Hornet. Now besides the hornet, i own F-16, F-14, A-10C, AV-8 and Mirage 2000. All played with an XBOX controller. Thank you so much.

[@Tuuvas]

My pleasure! I'm glad you were able to get into this awesome sim!

[@KyleHolmes97]

So would you say it's worth it? Summer sale is going on and I'm downloading the base game so I'd like some thoughts on it before buying lol

[@Anderson_Hwang]

@@KyleHolmes97 Yes. Buy it. Buy the aircraft you like the most. You'll never regret it.

[@hyd119]

Don't play DCS but IRL I recommend the Mirage 2000. My dream would be the Rafale but that is wishful thinking of course. Delta wing fighters always respond well to me.

[@Coldr3x]

There are also cheaper options to get a hotas, you don’t have to buy a thrustmaster A-10 to enjoy hotas. Thrustmaster Hotas One is probably the best bank for your money if you’re looking for an entry level hotas

[@ezx1633]

bro i bought a $2000 pc just for DCS and gave up quickly after all the tutorials for controller wouldnt work, im finally achieving my dream of playing DCS bc of you. THANK YOU!

[@mrcontroversy222]

Pc is great but a learning curve. But after you learn it’s second nature!

[@Chip_in]

Here from GS...l am one of those guys who thought playing dcs without all the flight sim gear it was out of my reach until today. I have love watching dcs and have always wanted to play and now I have hope. Huge thank you for this you are a bloody legend ⛳

[@Tuuvas]

My pleasure man! And welcome! Just keep in mind, this particular tutorial is a very dumbed down version of my usual layouts. It's good for getting a taste of DCS, but you'll want to graduate to my more complex layouts should you decide you like DCS after all.

[@Chip_in]

@@Tuuvas Sweet l will keep that in mind. I am super keen to start my dcs journey now that a lot of my constraints are now removed and a whole new channel with lots more dcs to watch. Hope you and GS do more videos it was super cool to watch. Big thanks again for making dcs accessible for people who are in a similar situation to me ⛳

[@keepscrollingbuddy5471]

If you use a VR headset, you could replace camera look with target designator slew or replace trim with turn on laser range finder and electro-optical camera. So you can really experience all of DCS in the frogfoot.

[@HuyLe-ke3yf]

legendary setup! it makes the game 10x easier for me now, thank you!

[@bife9432]

I commented on your Shorts video, and I'm here again! EVERYONE wanting to get started in DCS should watch this video. HOTAS make it better by a lot, but for those wanting to start and get to know what DCS really is, playing it on a controller might be what one needs before committing to a HOTAS.

[@Tuuvas]

Preach!

[@KashouWannabe]

Thanks for this. I got the A-10C module back in 2013 but found the hardest thing was being able to look around in a decent manner. Track IR does my neck in, as does keeping my eyes on the screen as I move my head. Until I find a decent eye tracking solution (Tobii sure, but I want to try a free one first) this will be great. Thanks for this.

[@Bransons.]

Bro thank you. This is a perfect video and exactly what I was looking for.

[@DreadGruntYT]

Thank you so much for this! I've wanted to get into DCS for a long while and recently bought a monster of a PC in part to play it but a lot of other stuff has come up and I haven't had a chance to buy a full HOTAS yet but this should hopefully hold me over until I can.

[@Tuuvas]

Congrats on the new PC! Once you get all the right gear, DCS World will be one hell of an immersive experience. I'm glad I can help hold you over until then

[@OceanicSensor]

Much needed, I've been trying to flight this craft for 1h so hard lol

[@KazBodnar]

Thank you! Saving up for a nice HOTAS, so this will come in handy!

[@skyflov7271]

Thank u very much. This is the best controller guide on youtube.

[@WarThunderApollo]

So last year I got DCS world, but I didn't like it because it was really hard on keyboard but I looked up a video. And I found here and I found it really helpful now I'm downloaded back. Thank you so much, dude, can't wait

[@Zabijaktonda]

Bro saved me hours. Thank you so much

[@Fleecast]

awesome video, as always🙌

[@mab2187]

I would like to know more pls, I want to get in DCS using a Xbox One controller. This video and instructions was very helpful. Personally I would go with LT/RT as throttel, LB/RB as rudder for yaw, B for weapons, A for guns, and both Flare/Chaff fire off together with Y. So A is left open.

[@Overlycomplicatedswede]

I have a hotas setup and recently got dcs and the f16 pack and am loving the game so far Got my first couple confirmed kills in a pvp server and am constantly getting better and it’s getting a lot of fun

[@Rezokie19]

man thak you sooooooo much that really helped now i can play the game

[@ErickPichler]

Now, THAT's a tutorial! Thx very much indeed! 😁

[@safmol9101]

Wowza‼️ What a banger video 🤩🤩💯

[@Tuuvas]

You know it!!

[@johnmarek1103]

best vid on youtube it helped me so much

[@chadcurtiss5965]

Thank you! I used your mapping with my PS5 controller. Works as well as it could possibly work. Going to buy a HOTAS soon. Just working with what I have for now until I save up for my hotas. If anyone has recommendations for or against particular HOTAS units, I am all ears. I don’t want to spend more than $200.

[@keithhudspith5245]

legend! thank you so much! now I can play with my friends!

[@Tuuvas]

Glad I could help!

[@-GREYCAT-]

Thanks!!!

[@Lorik316]

Thanks broski

[@mr31337]

seems like i need a degree in computer science just to watch this, let alone play dcs 🤯

[@ze_Steiner]

Tried it with my controller after watching this, works pretty well.

[@glitcherPROXx]

Thank you!!!!!!!!❤❤❤

[@rivaldofetahi1083]

Ur the best❤️❤️

[@user-jf1kv6no2r]

WHOAH BRO 😎 I LOVE YOU MY FLYING EXPERIENCE LEVELLED UP AFTER THIS PRESSET YYYEEEEEEASSHHHIII😂🎉😮 CNA NUB WN😌

[@shahbaz6741]

Goat

[@boombaka]

Have you looked into Steam input's more advanced features such as Radial menu or Hotbar? They let you add a whole lot more inputs on your gamepad.

[@Tuuvas]

I have. I'm still debating on whether to make a video for it though. At that point it becomes pretty customized to ones own tastes, so it feels like something I shouldn't need to cover. I'll continue to think about it!

[@OnlyRibbs]

Ur a legend

[@nikovile1973]

This was so helpfull, im using yhe same layout for su 33 is it worth it?

[@johnmarek1103]

can you make a video how to mid air refuel in dcs on controller

[@spencerdameo4449]

if you use the bumpers as modifiers you can get nearly 4x as many bindings

[@Tuuvas]

Yup, that's why I showed the full layout at 0:38

[@Maximil24]

I feel like I did everything correctly but for some reason, i am unable to actually fly the aircraft. The camera look works great I am able to click anything within the cockpit but I can't get back to where the sticks just control the plane. Any idea what I am doing wrong here?

[@s0ggy0512]

Hi I found out that unless I did something wrong, I can’t fire the weapons with R1 and R2 using the DS4windows for the Xbox emulator that you showed is there a step I missed or is this an overlook ?

[@operatorblackbird]

Love you

[@maticc117]

Thaaaanks:3

[@Tuuvas]

My pleasure!

[@lynx1715]

When I can’t bind the roll after binding pitch because both of the inputs are JOY-Y. Can someone help?

[@extal6896]

For some reason I can't get the free look stick to work

[@tonik2229]

my right joystick isn’t working correctly for the view settings, does anyone know how to fix it?

[@HoovyLuca]

Hey Tuuvas, did you take down an old "controller guide" where you assigned different keybinds while on a Su-25T tutorial? It helped me so much and got so used to it but now I can't seem to find it I just used my mouse and keyboard for the extras

[@Tuuvas]

I unlisted it since it was severely outdated. I've since made a better layout, but on top of that a lot of the control names have changed in DCS. If you want to follow the old tutorial anyways, here's a link to it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j57Nk6R7d9x5ma8

[@HoovyLuca]

@@Tuuvas Makes sense, but have been using it for so long my muscle memory just kicked in hahah, really appreciate it man!

[@pixelman-560]

Trying to get my friend into dcs and bought him the Su 27 to start him off. I'm pretty new to the game as well but I have a HOTAS. Do you have a reccommended binding setup he could use for that specific plane? I suppose the Su 25 is fairly similar.

[@Tuuvas]

Send him this video to help him get started on the right path: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYvckINjes2dhtE

[@user-gd8nm1mp1q]

Great video, thank you so much for the help! Although I ran into a problem, DCS won’t let me assign right stick for designator slew (at this point I should specify that I was partially using this vid for my Su-25A setup). Any advice?

[@Tuuvas]

It's likely because you need to set that up through the Axis Commands section. Thumbsticks are analog axis controls, and because of that cannot be bound to the individual Left, Right, Up and Down slew button directions

[@user-gd8nm1mp1q]

@@Tuuvas I didn’t even think about that… thank you so much!

[@jotavee4998]

love u

[@HeezyfoCheesy]

really struggling to even learn how to play this game because seems like every control i need is missing. For example, i dont even have "pitch" as an option to change on my list. My controller picks up fine and i can clear all the controller controls but i have no pitch option at all on my list. I do see TDC Slew and Camera view but these are my only options on the axis menu. If anyone knows how i can add pitch to my list that would be great. I really want to try the game out before going all in on a hotas setup and spending extra on that because it does look enjoyable. It's just not even playable for me at the moment to find out if i would like it or not because i dont seem to have all of the controls showing up for me that everyone else does lol.

[@Tuuvas]

This only happens when your controller isn't connected, or if your controller doesn't have any analog axes for whatever reason. Make sure it's plugged in and detected by Windows, Steam, etc.

[@Semtex_x]

شكرا جزيلا 🤍

[@Bl.sporti]

how can i lower sensibility?

[@WojciechGaming69]

i can not add any binds to camera movement can anyone help?

[@Mark-lx7py]

Can someone help me? dualshock 4 joystick settings for f-35 E. I can't set it up. (((

[@painrl8365]

Can we get a button layout for the FC3 pack planes, like SU27 please?

[@Tuuvas]

They're a bit more complicated, but the layouts exist already! Check the description for a link to my imgur album of all my layouts so far

[@painrl8365]

@@Tuuvas Thank you very much!

[@koya6470]

Having an issue with the rudder binding. For some reason the rudder is stuck either full left or full right, depending on which trigger I have binded. I have to hold the trigger down to center it, if I let go it immediately swings back left as if I'm hold down the trigger. Any solution?

[@Tuuvas]

Yup, see pinned comment. Basically you'll want to run DCS though Steam with the appropriate controller support enabled. Whether it's Steam Edition or even Standalone

[@paddygaming4856]

hey i got an issue with the view (head turning) in your video is kind fo smooth, with my game (using your exact setting) it's incredibly itchy and not smooth at all, looking on the side on a FIX point is nearly impossible, it keeps "jumping", nearly impossible to use without having your eyes melt... any idea why? it's like it's "super sensitive".

[@Tuuvas]

This is just the nature of absolute axis controls. I recommend checking out my full-send tutorial that sets up mouse control on your controller (among other things) using Steam. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYvckINjes2dhtE

[@the15minutegamer]

Is there a way to stop the camera snapping back now without the software? or do I just have to use mouse?

[@Tuuvas]

Unfortunately no. There's still no relative camera control in DCS. You still need to emulate mouse control to get it

[@the15minutegamer]

@@Tuuvas yeah I'll have to play with mouse emulation software this weekend. To be fair with the game pad having access to your mouse is a lot easier anyways.

[@Tuuvas]

@@the15minutegamer 100%. Setting up mouse movement and clicking unlocks the gamepad's true DCS potential. If you want a step-by-step guide, check out my Steam tutorial for doing just this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4bEfn6bYsqHp8U You'll get two huge benefits: 1. Mouse movement/clicking to interact with the cockpit of full fidelity aircraft 2. Relative camera control, just like any FPS, action, adventure, etc console game

[@the15minutegamer]

@@Tuuvas unfortunately my version isn't the steam version it's from the website so 😭. I followed your fa 18 guide yesterday and landed it. Was so proud. Apache I spun around in circles then crashed but that is no different to my hotas 😂 your videos have tempted me back to dcs now. Thanks

[@Tuuvas]

@@the15minutegamer Lol my pleasure, I'm glad you're able to enjoy DCS again! Btw, my Steam guide walks you through setting up both the Steam Edition of DCS as well as the Standalone (website) version. Both will work with Steam. Just make sure to follow the pinned comment's advice on that video now that multithreading is available.

[@commanderstud2417]

Are you able to slew targets on the screens inside the cockpit?

[@Tuuvas]

No, not with this simplified layout. For the full functionality of the Su-25T, you'll need to use the full layout shown briefly at 0:38

[@landenstevens4476]

Thanks so much, do u know how o can fly in 3rd person?

[@Tuuvas]

There isn't great 3rd person options for flying around. But if you wanted to anyways, try LCtrl+F4. Then if you get tired of it, F1 to go back to cockpit view

[@landenstevens4476]

Thanks

[@landenstevens4476]

How do I turn on the second engine? Mine won’t turn on?

[@lunden6881]

Is there a way to slow down the speed of the absolute camera view?

[@Tuuvas]

The only option is to reduce Saturation Y even further. That or introduce a curve too.

[@imadough]

AH-64 tutorial pls

[@Nullody2]

I cannot get rudder to be bound to both triggers. Basically, when I don't touch the left trigger, it registers as rudder 100% left. If I hold the left trigger halfway in, it would be neutral rudder, and if I fully press left trigger, it would register as rudder to the right

[@Tuuvas]

This is likely due to you using a PlayStation style controller, or a very old Xbox 360 controller. Basically, instead of your triggers being a single, shared axis.. they are instead 2 individual axes. The only way around this is to use a program like Steam to take your controller and make it look like an Xbox controller to the game. This will combine the triggers into a single, shared axis.

[@Nullody2]

@@Tuuvas Thank you, it worked! :D

[@basetransition1818]

@@Tuuvashow exactly do you do that?

[@Tuuvas]

@@basetransition1818 By launching DCS through Steam with controller support enabled in Steam -> Settings -> Controller

[@basetransition1818]

@@Tuuvas thanks bro but I found another way that worked for me! But thanks for letting me know that will be my back up

[@Nathan-xe2yq]

When I try to bind the buttons ( X, Circle, Square, Triangle, All D-pad buttons) they don't register as anything. I've been able to get the joysticks and triggers to register but nothing else. Using a Ps4 controller? Anyone else having this issue?

[@TheTemp3zt]

ik the comment is 2 months as of reading but i just tried aswell with a ps4 controller and it doesn't work. apparently it works with an xbox one which is unfortunate.

[@CaptainCrunch99]

Love the video, but the music is too loud.

[@BatataTwo]

i'm having problems with roll, like i stop rolling, i release the thumbstick and it continues rolling

[@Tuuvas]

Sounds like you need to trim the aircraft using the dpad bindings

[@MontyPlayz]

my looking around is wayyyy too sensitive? how do i tone the sens down?

[@Tuuvas]

Unfortunately the only way to do this in DCS is by further decreasing the "Saturation Y" axis tune setting. Another option you could try is setting a curve on top of that, but it may still not be enough without resorting to Steam for mouse control. Check out my below Steam tutorial if you want a more FPS-like camera control where the camera stays where you left it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4bEfn6bYsqHp8U

[@MontyPlayz]

I ended up figuring it out, however if i want my sens to lower i cant look fully behind me

[@gimmie4269]

What did you do to figure it out Monty

[@Tuuvas]

@@gimmie4269 adjusting Saturation Y even further

[@robertcruz8141]

I just watched the video on how to control the mouse with the right stick for a ps4 controller. ON DCS and I'm confused it wont disable the input when I hold L1 anyone know of a fix to this

[@robertcruz8141]

pls help because I'm getting an aneurism cuz of this lol

[@Tuuvas]

I'll need more information about what's going wrong. Are you able to look around just fine by moving the mouse with right stick movement? If so, then is your only issue that L1 is not preventing you from looking around? Or is there more going wrong than just that?

[@soysuace7475]

If you don’t mind me asking what are you pc specs?

[@Tuuvas]

RTX 4090 FE, 13900F, 64GB DDR5, M.2 SSD

[@elgicefish]

is there a way we could get controlls for the ajs37 in the album aswell?

[@Tuuvas]

Unfortunately I'd have to purchase and learn the Viggen myself in order to add its controls. But I have zero interest in learning it at the moment.

[@Tuuvas]

I went ahead and made a quick layout for the AJS-37 Viggen. Check out my usual album

[@PhantomCatGame]

Does this work for all simple flight models?

[@Tuuvas]

Potentially? I've never tried, so your mileage may vary

[@LynxMynx]

is it possible to add laser-guided missile?

[@Tuuvas]

No, not with this layout. You would have to step up to the full layouts listed in my album: imgur.com/a/0y4YsYp

[@gimmie4269]

Any chance you have a video of these binds for f16?

[@Tuuvas]

Unfortunately the F-16C is just too complicated for this simplified set of controller binds. Heck, even the Su-25T isn't fully utilized with this set of controls. For that, I would recommend watching the following videos: 1. How to bind controls for a gamepad in DCS using the F/A-18C as an example: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gaS0l2qjnZmDmqs 2. How to setup mouse control on a gamepad using Steam: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4bEfn6bYsqHp8U

[@gimmie4269]

@@Tuuvas using your updated steam method, in conjunction with your f16 keybinding sheet, i managed to get it playable, so thanks!

[@emeraldeyes9246]

how do we do the things with both bumpers selected for modifiers, it wont let me enter both at once

[@Tuuvas]

If it doesn't allow you to set both modifiers to a single action, double check and make sure you've actually set both bumpers as modifiers to begin with. There should be no reason you can't bind using two modifiers as long as you've set both bumpers as modifiers before binding other controls.

[@emeraldeyes9246]

@@Tuuvas forgot to delete this but I figured it out, I didn't realize you had to click both modifiers! Ty for the reply though

[@emeraldeyes9246]

@@Tuuvas while your here, do you think you'll make a guide for the MI8? I really wanna fly helos so I wanna know before I get further into this lol

[@Tuuvas]

I'm actually in the process of making a Mi-8 layout. I'm still learning the module myself, so once I'm up to speed I'll polish up the layout and post it in my usual album

[@emeraldeyes9246]

@@Tuuvas yoo perfect timing then! I'll be waiting for it and hopefully to see a review!

[@Moerk-vn4zq]

I can't use the Joysticks together with any modifier? Can somebody tell what can be maybe wrong?

[@Tuuvas]

Are you binding the joysticks under "Axis Commands"?

[@Moerk-vn4zq]

@@Tuuvas I use the left xbox joystick for axis commands (roll, etc.) and the right one for the view commands. I want to use the same layout like you do for the F5e. But i cant use the right joystick together with the modifier for the TDC adjustements. All buttons with the modifiers are working correctly.

[@Tuuvas]

And just to make sure I know where you're coming from.. did you follow this tutorial you're commenting on? or a couple of my other, more involved tutorials like setting up DCS on Steam?

[@Moerk-vn4zq]

@@Tuuvas I followed more of your tutorials. Also the ones you mentioned

[@RobertHopkinsArt]

If I already have a full HOTAS setup... Should I even consider using a controller instead? Setting up new planes is such a pain. And, going from Jets to Warbirds is so much different in layouts. There has to be a better - easier way. I refuse to use a keyboard layout and thought having a full HOTAS setup, plus StreamDeck would make things easier. It did not make it easier. That is why I am considering using a Controller instead. I too use the Tobii 5 for viewing.

[@Tuuvas]

Ultimately that decision is yours to make. But my 2 cents is I actually prefer flying with my controller over my full VirPil setup ( i.imgur.com/E5M81gV.png ) because it's so easy to just pickup and play. Sometimes it's a right pain to set everything up.. and the setup process almost makes DCS feel like a chore before it has even begun. Because of that, I prefer to pay with a Xbox controller. Plus there's the added benefit of being able to play DCS on the go with the new handheld PCs coming out recently: i.imgur.com/Gr88PrW.mp4

[@RobertHopkinsArt]

Thank you very much for the thorough response. I really appreciate it. I've been using controllers for gaming since 2007 with Halo 3, and I find that the Xbox controllers have a great feel to them. I still have a wired controller and I plan to try it out. I'll begin with the Su-27, which I think is the easiest, and then progress to the P-51D. Additionally, I want to express my gratitude for creating the various controller setup images for the different modules. You're amazing, my friend! I'll definitely be using them. Thank you once again!

[@RobertHopkinsArt]

I wanted to express my gratitude for sharing the Su-27 setup template, which I am currently implementing. During the process, I encountered the Su-27 Levers Up and Levers Down commands, which initially confused me. However, after some thought, I realized that they referred to the Throttle Levers Up and Down. To avoid confusion for other users, I would recommend changing the command terminology to Throttle Up and Throttle Down. In the long term, I am planning to switch to a VR setup, which is why I am considering using a controller instead of a 2D setup. I believe that a controller will be more suitable for VR, and I appreciate your help and guidance on this matter. Thanks again!

[@Tuuvas]

@@RobertHopkinsArt The naming conventions on my layouts are due to two major factors: 1. Searchability - if you take 1 of the words in the name and use the search function, you're probably going to find what you're looking for. For instance, for increasing throttle in the Su-27 there's "Throttle Up", "Throttle Step Up", "Throttle Left Up", "Throttle Step Up Left"... etc. But, there's only one "Throttle Levers - UP". 2. Space - I simply run out of space and cannot fit the whole name of the control binding.

[@RobertHopkinsArt]

I comprehend that fitting the words onto the graphics you designed was challenging due to limited space. Nonetheless, your graphics were carefully planned and executed. Thank you once more for your effort!

[@ShadowDoggie]

i have a hotas, i just don't like it.. i would prefer flying with my mouse even.

[@Dracoz74]

Show's my bumper buttons are off, anyway of turning them on?

[@blizz94it70]

this works with PS3 controller too?

[@Tuuvas]

No clue honestly

[@iwillnoteatzebugs]

why no preset?

[@imadough]

i cant find slew in the f15 controles

[@Tuuvas]

Under Axis Commands?

[@imadough]

@@Tuuvas its for the f15c the slew one

[@Tuuvas]

Axis Commands -> TDC Slew Horizonal/Vertical

[@imadough]

@@Tuuvas thank you!

[@atomicivyeet5846]

Can someone pls make mi8 setup

[@divineakwei4918]

But can u play dcs world on Xbox 360

[@Tuuvas]

No

[@divineakwei4918]

@@Tuuvas So bro can you please tell me where I can play dcs world because I want it I love the game soo bad

[@Tuuvas]

PC only. Just Google digital combat simulator

[@fluntzll4390]

is there a way to lower the sensitivity while looking around

[@Tuuvas]

If you plan on using the Absolute Camera Horizontal/Vertical bindings, then your only real option is the "Curve" setting in Axis Tune. But if you instead want a more traditional camera control where the camera stays where you left it, check this tutorial: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4bEfn6bYsqHp8U

[@jowey_2077]

What if I have ps4 controller

[@Tuuvas]

Everything would still work except the rudder controls on triggers. To get around this, you can try running DCS through steam. Either use the version available through Steam, or add the website version to your Steam library as a non-Steam game and enable PlayStation controller support

[@jowey_2077]

Ooooh so thats why i could fire my guns, damn it, I have DCS launched in steam big picture.@@Tuuvas

[@jowey_2077]

btw its extremly hard tro controll the TV screen, cus i have to use controller,@@Tuuvas

[@jamesredmann5078]

the imgur link isnt working

[@Tuuvas]

Yep, for whatever reason imgur decided to delete all my images from that album. I'm going to update the description with a new DCS forum link

[@jamesredmann5078]

ok thank you @@Tuuvas