Does Delta Force have controller support?

Yes, Delta Force now supports controllers as of Season 5: Break. The game was initially limited to mouse and keyboard controls at launch, but the developers added gamepad support after the Season 4 Eclipse Vigil update. Delta Force is also headed to consoles, with a release set for August 19, 2025. The developers also recently conducted a technical test where players played the game on their Xbox and PS5 consoles.

This article examines all the control options for Delta Force, as well as its recent support for gamepads.

All supported controllers for Delta Force

According to the official Delta Force Steam page, players can use an Xbox or DualShock controller to play the game. The Xbox controller can be connected wirelessly via 2.4 GHz Bluetooth or with a wired connection. The DualShock controllers offer limited connection options, as they will only work with a wired connection.

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The developers at Team Jade have also mentioned that the controller compatibility is still in development. Players can experience partial functionality with connected controllers. Delta Force can also be played with third-party controllers with the help of Steam Input. The game also offers partial aim assist, which is enabled when gamers are using a gamepad.

Player can also use third-party controllers in Delta Force (Image via Steam)

Here is how gamers can enable a third-party controller in the game:

Launch Steam and head to the Delta Force page in your library.
Click on the controller icon on the right side of the screen.
Use your controller and navigate to the next screen to enable Steam Input.
Select Keyboard and mouse from the button layout options.
Head to the community template tab and search for a controller mod created by Steam users.
Select the preferred mod and click on Apply Loadout at the bottom part of the screen.

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Best input sensitivity settings for controllers in Delta Force

Here are the best controller sensitivity settings that you can use to improve your aim in Delta Force:

Right Joystick Inner Deadzone: 10
Right Joystick Maximum Input: 100
Left Joystick Inner Deadzone: 10
Left Joystick Maximum Input: 100
Input Curve: Dynamic
Sensitivity Preset: Custom
Hip Fire Horizontal Sensitivity: 340
Hip Fire Vertical Sensitivity: 240
Hip Fire Horizontal Outer Deadzone Acceleration: 220
Hip Fire Vertical Outer Deadzone Acceleration: 0
Hip Fire Activation Time: 33
Hip Fire Turn Delay: 0
ADS Vertical Sensitivity: 129
ADS Horizontal Sensitivity: 150
ADS Horizontal Outer Deadzone Acceleration: 20
ADS Vertical Outer Deadzone Acceleration: 20
ADS Turn Delay: 25
Set Sensitivity Per Zoom: Off
Sensitivity Transition Mode: ADS Transition
Scope Magnification Adapts Automatically: On
Invert All Vertical Input: Off

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