War Thunder Controller vs. PC Gameplay Notes

Jul 29, 2024

War Thunder Controller vs. PC Gameplay

Introduction

  • Discussion on the controller's performance in War Thunder.
  • Speaker identifies as an elitist, supporter of PC gaming.

Personal Experience

  • Speaker has 7,000 hours in War Thunder since 2013.
  • Played with someone who has 2,000-3,000 hours using a PlayStation controller.
  • Conducted a test of dogfighting ability on controller vs. PC.

Dogfight Rules

  • Best of three format for 1v1 dogfights.
  • No shooting on the first merge.
  • No shooting when both are heads up.

Plane Lineup for Dogfights

  1. Rank 1: F-3F (Biplane)
    • Fast reaction showcase in chaotic flight.
  2. Rank 2: P-400
    • Underpowered but features 20mm cannons.
  3. Rank 3: P-51 Mustang
    • Great all-around plane.
  4. Rank 4: F7F
    • Heavier fighter with less maneuverability.
  5. Rank 5: F-86 Sabre
    • Balanced performance jet, great for fun.
  6. Rank 6: F3H Demon
    • Unique flight model.
  7. Rank 7: F4J vs. F4S
    • Asymmetrical matchup highlights controller capability.
  8. Rank 8: F-16A
    • High thrust-to-weight ratio, excellent dogfighter.

Dogfight Outcomes

Rank 1: F-3F

  • First round won by PC player.
  • Tight competition noted.
  • Second round won by controller player, surprising outcome.
  • Third round transitioned back to victory for PC player.

Rank 2: P-400

  • First round dominated by PC, but controller player held out commendably.
  • Subsequent rounds confirmed PC advantage.

Rank 3: P-51 Mustang

  • Fast-paced rounds, predominantly won by PC player, but controller player managed to get a kill.

Rank 4: F7F

  • Dominance shown by PC player again, despite controller player having challenges.

Rank 5: F-86 Sabre

  • Competitive fights dragged out to three minutes showing controller player’s skill improvement.

Rank 6: F3H Demon

  • Control was more evenly matched; fights extended due to both players' skills.

Rank 7: F4J vs. F4S

  • Controller player surprises by winning ALL three rounds in this matchup.

Rank 8: F-16A

  • Final round was extremely competitive with alternate wins between players.
  • Ends with PC player winning the overall challenge.

Conclusion

  • Speaker emphasizes that keyboard and mouse aren't inherently better; with practice, controller players can compete and achieve good results.
  • Player from the controller side, Diego discusses his growth over time in War Thunder with controller gameplay:
    • First introduced in 2014, moving from PC to console.
    • Currently playing on PS5 using default settings with some adjusted controls.
    • Gained confidence with practice over one year, noting the importance of understanding game mechanics.

Final Remarks

  • Encouragement for players with controllers to practice and improve.
  • Acknowledgment of skill gaps but also the potential for growth within all gaming platforms.