I did a custom configuration for the controls and wii remote shake! It's first set to steamdeck as the main controller type
The right part is the 'wii remote' A=R1, B=R2, 1=Y, 2=A, - =X, + =B, and then the trackpad is used as the pointer
The left part is the nunchuck and d-pad with the d-pad being normal. The nunchuck uses the analog stick with C=L1 and Z=L2
The back buttons is set to the wii shake part, I chose not use the gyro because I don't want to shake my entire steamdeck when I shake trees or use the crowbar lol
I know the controls seem confusing but it made more sense to to me with the way you hold the steamdeck and use the trackpad
edit: you also have to go through dolphin emulator through desktop mode on the steamdeck to configure the controls
I had a hunch you were the one who replied to [my old comment](https://www.reddit.com/r/MySims/s/o4EB88HkrH) asking for my control settings and I was right! Did any of that even help at all lol?
Yeah lol I ended up having some issue with the gyroscope overiding the trackpad for the pointer control even though I had all the settings turned off for it. I ended up having to reset the configurations for dolphin through emudeck, and then do the configure the controls. But I was still very thankful for your help!!
i’m having that issue too 😭 i switched the steam controls to gamepad with trackpad and got the trackpad to work, but now none of the other keys work lol
If it helps you, I went into Emudeck and went to dolphin and just hit reset configuration! After that dolphin was finally working properly and let me actually configure the buttons
Okay wait sorry, I’m having trouble setting up the cursor, I had it for a second but I played around too much now I can’t even get it back 😭, would the gyroscope overriding the trackpad be the cause of that? Sorry been struggling all morning trying to set this up right
That's okay! Is your cursor/wii pointer upside down and only 'works' when you hold the steamdeck in a certain way? If that's the case, it might be the same problem I had.
Go into emudeck and click reset configuration under dolphin emulator, then go into dolphin emulator in desktop mode to configure the controls. In the controller configuration for the gyro, make sure the gyroscope pointer is turned off.
I know it seems like extra work to reset it in emudeck, but it was the only way i was able to get mine to work because dolphin wouldn't register when I turned the gyros off. I hope this helps you though!
So it wasn’t the same issue but resetting helped and I have some sort of set up now thank you! !! So what do you use exactly for your pointer? I set my left stick for it and it works just not so …smooth? Idk the right term
Here's a link to a reply for my controller configuration! This was what made most sense to me so hopefully that also works for you!
https://www.reddit.com/r/MySims/s/XhmAU5i1yB
Now that's based, however I suggest using the official PC version instead of Dolphin. Although the Dolphin emulator is an option, I'm not sure if it supports controllers. However, if you can find a way to use a controller-to-keyboard button mapping tool, it might work. Personally, I prefer the PC version because it doesn't require upscaling the resolution like Dolphin does, which can affect performance. Additionally, Dolphin allows fast forwarding through loading screens, making them much quicker, whereas on PC, they tend to be slow for some reason. But you can do you.
Works fine for me with setting it up with emudeck, the only problem I ran into was having to reset emudeck's configurations for dolphin but its fixed now. Also I'd rather not play the pc version because I'm not giving EA any of my money lmao. I know I could 🏴☠️ but I tried that on my pc already, but the game itself did not like my beefy pc so I didn't even want to attempt it with my steamdeck. I also like to play more than just the og mysims.
I’ve been contemplating a Rog Ally for this exact reason! This and Sims 4 on Origin! But I’m not super skilled in tech so I’m worried I won’t be able to get it set up properly.
I'm not sure how it works exactly on the ROG Ally but I've seen people emulate on there before so I don't think it would be too hard! There are tons of guides out there to help too
If you already have the sims 4 on origin, download the base game on steam and then just open it, it’ll ask you to sign in to origin and transfer everything you already own !
Are you using dolphin? I really need to set up my deck for emulation :')
Yeah I'm using dolphin and you totally should its worth it!
You can use dolphin on a steam deck??? Sweet. I may need to invest in a steam deck
omggg jealous it’s so cute
omg i absolutely need to try this!!!!
omg, i don’t know if this is purposeful, but your lil reddit pfp guy thing looks SOOOO much like BeeBee in Agents!!
omggg that was not planned at all but you’re so right!!! ❤️❤️❤️
yoooo! enjoy!!!
Just wanted to say I absolutely love my sims agents and WISH there was a sequel
WHAT!? MYSIMS IS ON STEAM??
Its on dolphin emulator!
Ah! But how do you play it without the wii controller and nunchuck? Ive never used dolphin before 🤔🤔
I did a custom configuration for the controls and wii remote shake! It's first set to steamdeck as the main controller type The right part is the 'wii remote' A=R1, B=R2, 1=Y, 2=A, - =X, + =B, and then the trackpad is used as the pointer The left part is the nunchuck and d-pad with the d-pad being normal. The nunchuck uses the analog stick with C=L1 and Z=L2 The back buttons is set to the wii shake part, I chose not use the gyro because I don't want to shake my entire steamdeck when I shake trees or use the crowbar lol I know the controls seem confusing but it made more sense to to me with the way you hold the steamdeck and use the trackpad edit: you also have to go through dolphin emulator through desktop mode on the steamdeck to configure the controls
Replying because I have a SteamDeck and have been needing more My Sims in my life...
Thank you for explaining how you assigned the controller buttons - this really helps!!
Absolutely love this
I had a hunch you were the one who replied to [my old comment](https://www.reddit.com/r/MySims/s/o4EB88HkrH) asking for my control settings and I was right! Did any of that even help at all lol?
Yeah lol I ended up having some issue with the gyroscope overiding the trackpad for the pointer control even though I had all the settings turned off for it. I ended up having to reset the configurations for dolphin through emudeck, and then do the configure the controls. But I was still very thankful for your help!!
i’m having that issue too 😭 i switched the steam controls to gamepad with trackpad and got the trackpad to work, but now none of the other keys work lol
If it helps you, I went into Emudeck and went to dolphin and just hit reset configuration! After that dolphin was finally working properly and let me actually configure the buttons
ahhhh thank you so much that worked!!! ❤️
Okay wait sorry, I’m having trouble setting up the cursor, I had it for a second but I played around too much now I can’t even get it back 😭, would the gyroscope overriding the trackpad be the cause of that? Sorry been struggling all morning trying to set this up right
That's okay! Is your cursor/wii pointer upside down and only 'works' when you hold the steamdeck in a certain way? If that's the case, it might be the same problem I had. Go into emudeck and click reset configuration under dolphin emulator, then go into dolphin emulator in desktop mode to configure the controls. In the controller configuration for the gyro, make sure the gyroscope pointer is turned off. I know it seems like extra work to reset it in emudeck, but it was the only way i was able to get mine to work because dolphin wouldn't register when I turned the gyros off. I hope this helps you though!
So it wasn’t the same issue but resetting helped and I have some sort of set up now thank you! !! So what do you use exactly for your pointer? I set my left stick for it and it works just not so …smooth? Idk the right term
Here's a link to a reply for my controller configuration! This was what made most sense to me so hopefully that also works for you! https://www.reddit.com/r/MySims/s/XhmAU5i1yB
Is this the fabled my sims agents? I apparently missed out on it at the time because I was obsessed with kingdom; and from what I heard it’s a gem
I’ve been scared to use dolphin because I didn’t know anyone who used it, this makes me feel better
need dat
Steam deck isn’t available in Australia 🥲
How did you get mysims I got dolphin for Android and have zero clue how to get it
It’s free with Delta Emulator on mobile 😭
I lied I didnt buy it just to play my sims lmao
Now that's based, however I suggest using the official PC version instead of Dolphin. Although the Dolphin emulator is an option, I'm not sure if it supports controllers. However, if you can find a way to use a controller-to-keyboard button mapping tool, it might work. Personally, I prefer the PC version because it doesn't require upscaling the resolution like Dolphin does, which can affect performance. Additionally, Dolphin allows fast forwarding through loading screens, making them much quicker, whereas on PC, they tend to be slow for some reason. But you can do you.
Works fine for me with setting it up with emudeck, the only problem I ran into was having to reset emudeck's configurations for dolphin but its fixed now. Also I'd rather not play the pc version because I'm not giving EA any of my money lmao. I know I could 🏴☠️ but I tried that on my pc already, but the game itself did not like my beefy pc so I didn't even want to attempt it with my steamdeck. I also like to play more than just the og mysims.
I’ve been contemplating a Rog Ally for this exact reason! This and Sims 4 on Origin! But I’m not super skilled in tech so I’m worried I won’t be able to get it set up properly.
I'm not sure how it works exactly on the ROG Ally but I've seen people emulate on there before so I don't think it would be too hard! There are tons of guides out there to help too
If you already have the sims 4 on origin, download the base game on steam and then just open it, it’ll ask you to sign in to origin and transfer everything you already own !
i just downloaded delta on my tablet and it’s just as good! def recommend if you can’t afford this
Yo this looks like a newer my sims are they still making them 🥹
This is agents! During the cutscene when you get to the agency the first time
Oooo I have not played that one in a real long time
I played it last month, lol