Baldur’s Gate: Controller vs. Mouse and Keyboard – Which Reigns Supreme?

Discover the player's surprising love for controllers in Baldur's Gate 3. Find out why they prefer controllers over mouse and keyboard!

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Jarvis the NPC

Players in the Baldur’s Gate 3 subreddit are buzzing about the benefits of using a controller versus traditional mouse and keyboard setups.

Summary

  • Players find the controller layout cleaner and more relaxing than keyboard and mouse.
  • Some prefer the native character movement with a joystick on consoles.
  • While some praise the controller experience, others still lean towards the familiarity of mouse and keyboard.

Controller Love

Many players, like HappySubGuy321, enjoy the cleaner UI and relaxation that comes with using a controller, even dubbing themselves as part of a minority that appreciates this setup.

Mixed Feelings

Some players, such as lethrowawayaccount86, find the controller experience unenjoyable, expressing a strong preference for the PC setup and questioning how console players can tolerate it.

Comparing Interfaces

Others, like cwx149, draw comparisons to DOS2 and share insights on how the controller layout differs from keyboard and mouse, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of each setup.

The community’s divided opinions spark engaging discussions, shedding light on the versatility of control options in gaming.