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Generic - Standard Type Controllers

Two examples of Generic Standard type controllers. The 8BitDo Pro2 and the Xiaomi Controller.

What is a Generic - Standard Type Controller?

A Standard type controller has the same layout and inputs as most modern controllers:

  • D-pad
  • Four top buttons: R1, R2, L1, L2
  • Four face buttons: A, B, X, Y
  • Start and Select buttons
  • Two clickable joysticks: R3 and L3
  • A home/Xbox/PlayStation button

Steam Input Support

Yes, in most cases, depending on the controller's age.

Linux Kernel Support

Yes, in most cases, depending on the controller's age.

What is the Official profile called?

  • Generic Standard : RetroDECK: Generic - Standard

RetroDECK Hotkeys

Read more here:

RetroDECK: Controller Hotkeys