How to play Schedule 1 with a controller

You can easily play Schedule 1 using a mouse and keyboard, but what about a controller or gamepad? If you want to change how you play this “Breaking Bad” simulator from TVGS, we’ll help you explore different ways to achieve that.

Playing games using a mouse and keyboard allows you to be as accurate as possible, and this can give you quite an advantage in competitive titles such as CS2, Call of Duty, and Overwatch. However, with Schedule 1 and other similar, non-FPS titles within the modern gaming scene, playing with a controller is just an alternate choice that can help you avoid cables that limit your movement. You can sit back, grab a drink or some snacks, and have a relaxing session from your couch or bed.

If you’re wondering exactly how to play Schedule 1 with a controller and take a break from your keyboard and mouse, read on.

Can you play Schedule 1 with a controller?

No, Schedule 1 does not have official controller support. You can confirm this by connecting your controller to your PC while on the Steam page for the game. You’ll see a pop-up on the right named “Controller,” and under that, “Controllers Not Supported.”

However, there is some good news. We know that the developer plans to add controller support to the game, as they have a card titled “Controller support” in the game’s official Trello board. Once this is implemented, players will be able to use Xbox and PlayStation controllers with Schedule 1. In addition, Steam Deck players will be able to enjoy the game on their handheld machine from the comfort of their couch, bed, or on the go.

Schedule 1: How to set up and play with a controller

Here are some alternate methods to play Schedule 1 using a controller:

Use Steam’s controller settings

Steam offers you a convenient method to play any game with a controller, even if it doesn’t have official support. Here’s how to set up your controller using Steam’s controller settings:

• Open the Steam client.
• Navigate to your game under the “Library” tab.
• Locate Schedule 1 in your game library.
• Right-click on the title.
• Click on the “Properties” option.
• Click on the “Controller” tab.
• Click on the drop-down tab beside “Override for Schedule 1,” and set it to “Enable Steam Output.”
• Next, you’ll need to click on the “Controller Configuration” option.
• From here, click on the tab under “Current Button Layout” and select one that suits your controller and preferred binds. You can even create your own layout if there isn’t one to your liking.
• Once you’re done, click on “Apply Layout” and you can use your controller with that game.

Use the Controller Companion application

If you don’t want to use the method involving Steam’s controller settings or it doesn’t work for you, you can purchase the “Controller Companion” application from the Steam store, which allows you to use a controller with any game on the platform. You can even use it to control your PC, and it’s quite economical at $2.99.