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I thought this would be cool for emulators

by WULFF DEN

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Published 18 May 2021

The HORI Fighting Commander OCTA is the first officially licensed controller that I've seen for the next generation Xboxes. I see GREAT potential for retro games with this thing. Unfortunately, it's hindered by HORI's weird software... 🔔GET NOTIFIED: SUB! /user/WulffDen 🛍Support the channel! Use these links to buy stuff: Hori Fighting Commander Octa https://amzn.to/3yktyh9 Hyperkin X91 Controller https://amzn.to/3hzakyh Hori Nintendo Switch Fighting Commander https://amzn.to/3eTUVXO Retro Fighters Brawler64 https://amzn.to/3tXuXXu Xbox Series S https://amzn.to/3bw7oyz Xbox Series X https://amzn.to/2QxpfOE ▶️New Videos AT LEAST weekly 👕W U L F F D E N A P P A R E L 👕 http://wulffdenapparel.com ➤➤➤Support the channel! Become a sponsor: /user/wulffden#action= sponsor • Access to Sponsor only Discord chat • Chat badge & Emotes • Watch new videos WHOLE HOURS EARLY (via discord) • Priority game time for monthly multiplayer streams 🎮Twitch: http://twitch.tv/wulffden 🐦Twitter [Bob]: http://twitter.com/bobwulff 🐦Twitter [WulffDen]: http://twitter.com/thewulffden 📸Instagram: http://instagram.com/thewulffden 🔷Facebook: http://facebook.com/wulffden 💬Our Discord Server: https://discord.gg/3aVYkhR (ノಠ益ಠ)ノ

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Comments - 341

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@Mufnman643 years ago The limitations on the controller mapping is to keep it legal for fighting game tournaments 50
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@obvfw3 years ago We need more 6-button pads like this! They're freakin' awesome, and we're overdue for a little refresh in the gamepad market. 37
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@KierenAmero3 years ago I'm 1000% here for this. Algorithm: ENGAGED 130
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@DarkTyyp3 years ago Had me at emulation.
Stayed for BaHb's silky smooth voice. 54
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@ParanoidThalyyMVS3 years ago Pretty sure someone already commented this, but, just in case... You can remap your controls on RetroArch core per core if you want. 17
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@ethel723 years ago I like this short-style video! It didn't need to be fancy, but still got all the great Bob insight! I would definitely watch more of these, especially for things that might not need a full-length video, like if you get a new color of Joy-Cons or something like that! ... 2
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@keyholes3 years ago I do not need this just for Sonic, I do not need this just for Sonic... oh god. [sweats profusely] 26
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@Mr_Tabs3 years ago I’m gonna follow your twitch I ran out of your YouTube videos to watch 😂 4
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@TynologyGaming3 years ago Hori: you want customization? Here’s some shoulder buttons on your face!
Also Hori: Don’t you DARE remap your B button! 85
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@FoxMedik3 years ago The L3/R3 for the left bumper/trigger are used for most fight game training modes to reset the situation or other actions. its a good layout for a fight pad but the $30 fighting commander is a better deal for what you get, and they're built well enough to deal with being thrown in backpacks and stuff. ... 3
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@SockBot3 years ago “It didn’t work for what I wanted, decent for some things, but all together slightly disappointed” is SUCH a refreshing take given what we’re used to on YouTube is “BEST CNTRLR EVR OMG”. U rock Bobby 💕 3
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@rebeccasiobhan3 years ago I love a quick video I can watch during the podcast intro because seeing you go live on twitch reminded me I forgot to watch the video this morning 😅
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@GeoTheHero3 years ago A very well balanced review! I should go back and try mine on some retro games to see if I can get any more out of it.
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@alexadelaide3 years ago These short videos are a hell of a lot better than shorts! Keep em comin Bob
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@thesacredbeast20003 years ago even as like a fighting game guy i was super confused about the default mapping, also the fact that for the first week-ish after release you couldn't fix the shoulder buttons in the software, like a button could only be either in its default location or swapped with one other button, so it was literally impossible to get to the correct shoulder buttons since that requires two swaps. ... 2
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@dannewhall52563 years ago I am a clean freak when it comes to my tech, I gotta make sure that all my stuff is free of dust and stuff. So every time I see Bob's controllers I have a mini heart attack from the amount of hand grime on them... 24
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@emilyvanengen3 years ago Whatever experiment you were doing with YouTube and this video, I hope you discuss the results on the Podcast next week! Keep up the good work, Bob!
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@graefx3 years ago I've got the commander 4 for PS3/4 and at least by feel, it's my favorite controller for games where it works. Just wish it was easy to replace parts like a stick. Assuming the software gets some updates in the future, i might have to invest into a retro box set up. ... 1
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@seadx63 years ago Bob Retroarch saves the layout for each controller, go to your N64 core and in the quick menu map your buttons, save for the content folder 3
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@TakumiJoyconBoyz3 years ago I actually originally got the Switch one for Genesis games, especially because I can remap it both on the Switch and through Steam's controller configuration menu. If they ever improve the remapping software on this one I might wanna get it too. ... 1
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@MahDryBread3 years ago Honestly, I might get that just for Genesis games 122
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@trevlsteinberg59943 years ago I assumed this was a Nintendo product because it’s got “good idea, bad execution” all over it 28
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@penguinvader70573 years ago I got this controller for PC and switch fighting games (using a magic ns adapter for switch), it's been working pretty flawlessly for the ones I've tried (blazblue, under night in-birth, skullgirls, dbfz). I love the microswitches on the face buttons, and the layout makes sense for fighting games (and basically every fighting game under the sun is fully rebindable anyway). Only thing is I prefer + shaped dpads over disc ones, but as far as disc dpads go it's a good one. ...
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@BinkyDaKitty3 years ago Honestly I like the longer videos but this was good!
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@MisterSouji3 years ago Theres a Street Fighter 5 controller for ps4 thats similar to this. The extra two buttons on the front are R1 and R2, but the shoulders are all the same as a normal controller. Theres also switches on the bottom to change what the stick does and what certain buttons do. ...
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@tekman60013 years ago I was very engaged with this short form video
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@bregowine3 years ago Video showed up on another, unsubscribed feed first… so I guess the algorithm did its job. Enjoyable content as usual, keep it up man
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@luckysgi-5karrow3783 years ago Really hope the software gets updated well. Still pretty interested in this controller. 3
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@vicm72003 years ago I see a wulf vid I click play.. You kno im a simple man. Good stuff keep it coming Bro
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@pink_pariah3 years ago Launching games/emulators through Steam on PC allows the controller to be mapped per application. I used it to have actual analogue controls in Mario 64 DS, pressing a button to move the mouse to the touch screen and having the left stick rotate around that point. ...
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@hatrisfan3 years ago Song at beginning: Studiopolis Zone by Probe 1
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@VideoSpielplatz13 years ago nah man, if you use it for what its intended for, Fighting Games, its absolutely no contest the best controller available 6
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@shotovar3 years ago Kudos for showcasing my favorite Castlevania game for a couple of seconds
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@noxdg3 years ago I understand 100% about wanting an all-in-one retro controller for emulation. Having multiple controllers and switching them out is a pain sometimes. But... I always go back to the original console controllers which the games were designed for because they work so well and with little hassle. ...
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@BrochachoTheBro3 years ago PLEASE tell me where that Lo-Fi Studiopolis Zone remix at the beginning came from!! 6
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@V_nesserz3 years ago Omg I love your washer dryer set. Jealous🤤
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@mtl182003 years ago You truly are the best to review controller on YouTube. Quality content has always!
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@UmeastudentTV2 years ago I will get my controller in a couple of days. My hope is that I will be able to map it properly in Batocera since that UI is so much more stable than Retroarch (which is kind of weird).
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@warbossgegguz679last year The PS4 version of this is my go-to controller both for SEGA/Arcade emulation and for fighting games as a whole. Glad to see someone talk about it.
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@NarwhalPM3 years ago yes. I have that exact same controller, but labeled for Xbox One. 1
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@lyanrewis3 years ago DAT FONKY SONG IN THE INTRO DAYUMMMMMMMMM
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@GaelRivera.3 years ago Holy shit that Studiopolis remix is absolute fire
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@DonaldWyman3 years ago Well you answered all the questions I had about this thing. Seems like they missed the mark on it. Especially if you can’t remap the buttons the way you want.
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@goldpieceleo3 years ago I get why they made the left triggers left stick press and right stick press so it would be easy to play charge characters in Street Fighter. Imagine if you can just press those buttons the whole time it would be easy to spam charge attacks at the same time your other fingers are free to do the combos. ...
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@Cookiemunster7793 years ago Just sticking to my sn30 8-bitdo love my retro controller
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@ThatGamingGuyfromthe70s3 years ago The layout is good for street fighter etc. It looks like good controller for pc/raspberry pi. Having a half baked software solution really holds this back, one day they might update it.
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@cloudcultdev3 years ago wait, super nintendo mario world...can you throw your cap on enemies like in mario odyssey, or am I just that old (and don't remember)? 1
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@yota56923 years ago look at all those cables, scary!!!
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@modembuddy40103 years ago FL Studio! Do you make your own music or use it for mixing?
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@ShadowTheLight3 years ago What dat song at the beginning? - Found the pop-up now, very cool!
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@ThePenguinOfTime3 years ago You can set core specific controls on retroarch without changing the overall controller layout. Plus I do not see how retroarch is unintuitive. I have used it with ease since the xmb layout released.
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@HeroesLeftInMan3 years ago You can set up Retroarch to have certain cores have certain controller configs.
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@devonstoomuch3 years ago I have the ps4 version. its good. hori makes good products. its always nice to check out 3rd party controllers. they all have there own personality & theres always one thing you really love. like the triggers or face buttons. i love a good Dpad lol. ...
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@BrokenOpus3 years ago I had a SNES style Fighting Commander I got for my SNES Classic Edition and the position of the face buttons made something simple like running while jumping on SMB pretty uncomfortable I don’t use it anymore.
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@MageMiroku3 years ago A nice surprise bonus video for the week!
Here to juice the algorithm for the algo test.
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@LeKingCarnage3 years ago Pretty nice round up for use for emulation. So PC is basically where it's best, also obviously for fighting games since they have shortcut inputs.
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@Dane3933 years ago what game is that at ? looks like super mario world for the snes, but that cap throw confuses me
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@chucktownattack3 years ago Damn it looks nice but the limitations are just too much. Might snag one of those Switch controllers tho!
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@NicholasLash3 years ago I have the regular hori fighting commander for Xbox for KI and SF4. I wouldn’t recommend fighting pads over the 8bitdo controllers if you are wanting something for retro emulation or the Switch.
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@williammememan60023 years ago This controller looks rad as hell and if it just, let you remap all the buttons then I'd probably get one right away
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@alistairblaire60013 years ago This might be an ok upgrade from the Hori FC4 that I'm using for my MiSTer. But I'm not sure about that d-pad.
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@Calaveso3 years ago This looks like such a nice controller but those weird button placements really through me off like... Why is the left stick button input not on the button????
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@jaytd93933 years ago Why aren't LB and RB the face buttons and the bumpers the thumbstick presses and trigger normal? The way they did it is so weird.
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@BrianJones-wk8cx3 years ago Good look at this, Bob. I’m still 8-bitdo or die, really. 1
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@j.d.prophecy439 months ago Imagine being a Fighting Game player. We ask the same question every time we lock eyes with that octa shit
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@elyk0823 years ago I love the controller reviews but it makes me buy new controllers… love the 8bitdo Pro 2 though!
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@Kevin93til2 years ago Plug it into a Mayflash adapter for the switch and you can just map it as a good ole x input controller.
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@adamw97643 years ago Hey look, a new Bob video and another god damn controller that I am going to buy.....Bob please....my wallet 6
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@CallmeTrimtab3 years ago I haven't used it for non-fighting games but its good for its intended use.
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@greatball61033 years ago That looks perfect for sega saturn genesis and more
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@papi_rodrigo93623 years ago Question i try to play mario64 on a emualator (project64) but i dont know undestand the button lay out btw i use 8bitdo sn30 pro plus
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@Stowy3 years ago i think the remapping is for tournament legality, but i still coul have a tournament mode for that so it's not a good excuse
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@ivanmehboob3 years ago it actually has mechanical switches in it like a keyboard but only on the face buttons. i honestly with it had the x/s dpad which has mechanical buttons cuz thats way better for fighting games
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@carloszarraga19903 years ago It's an interesting layout for N64 emulation
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@mayyas89243 years ago Had to cut my Tuesday lunch short due to Bhab's short video.. gimme back the 15 min video glory plz 🙏
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@Imprez25643 years ago What's the song in the beginning I forget what the original is 😭
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@madrazproductions57763 years ago I bought a razer raion and im loving it
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@GlutzahnLP3 years ago I recently discorverd you, I love to watch Videos about gadgets I may need or will for sure never need.
I ordered the controller you suggest for switch bc I wanted an extra Controller and I think it will be great for my Boyfriend, bc he always has a hard time adapting to switch layout (he normally plays xbox) and so I can give him a profile on this Controller which swaps a and b and x and y. Thanks :) ...
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@DavidH3733 years ago If there is a modern fighting game where you can't remap your buttons in game I have yet to find it... 1
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@mike195583 years ago What’s that gane where you become koopa troopa?
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@kubev3 years ago Yeah, this controller is a huge bummer as long as the app remains so limited. I mean, given how few buttons you can currently remap in the app, it kind of seems pointless to have a button dedicated to switching between four button mapping profiles on the controller. There's an older Fighting Commander available for PC and Xbox One, but HORI for some reason sees fit to make small alterations to each version of the controller between platforms to limit usability. For example, the PlayStation 3/4 version of the Fighting Commander allowed you to make the d-pad mimic either analog stick, while the Xbox version only allowed you to mimic the left stick. However, the Xbox version allowed you to do full button remapping, while the PlayStation version only allowed you to toggle between presets. It's really strange. What really bugs me about the Octa is that it's so dependent on an app that's currently not all that great, and we'll be completely out of luck if the app becomes unavailable (since there's no way to install it with a standalone Win32 installer). ... 2
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@iamjimbodini3 years ago “If the software wasn’t so jank…” died. 2
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@juandiego19933 years ago It looks gorgeous but all that lack of features is a killer.. I'll keep using my 8bitdo pro+
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@TheLordDai3 years ago lol that switch version is the previous version of the fighting commander. That thing is really well regarded in the fgc but everyone complains you chew through them something awful. This new one, we'll see I suppose. The switch one is also missing features from the ps4 one, no turbo function. ...
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@TheSilverWolf19986 months ago If you add your emulators to steam then you can run this controller through steam input which gives 100% customization without having to mess up every emulator's keybinds when you want to switch to a different controller ...
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@MrDowntemp03 years ago Have you considered trying Xpadder to remap it?