Does it work with computer games? (This is a Christmas present.) What is the return policy if they do not like it?
1954325
I've tried it with a few games that aren't listed as supported. Kerbal Space Program is the only game I frequently use it for. It works, but only as camera manipulation, I was hoping I could convince it to be used for RCS translation, but no such luck. I've had trouble with 3D apps that aren't listed as supported and some games also experience the following: the camera will begin moving as expected, and then suddenly reverse. Sometimes it moves in the opposite of intended direction, and then reverses correctly. I'd say that if it isn't listed as supported, it probably won't work correctly.
1954326
This version, running older drivers, works with Second Life. The new wireless version will not work at all if Second Life is your game.
1954327
Manufacturer does not seem all that interested in supporting games, a mistake IMHO, as it's a great controller for a few existing and many more upcoming titles. Fortunately some dedicated users have provided a solution that will work with any game supporting a conventional joystick. Search for an open source utility called vJoy and install it in combination with another utility, Sx2vJoy. Configure via the latter and you're all set. Original drivers are not required. The device itself is very well made and well worth the hassle.
1954328
Works either with supported games (see manufacturer's site for the list) or, with a beta driver, with any application as mouse\keyboard\joystick emulator (i.e. you'll have to set it up so that each action, i.e. panning, corresponds to keyboard keypress or mouse action such as click\scroll). Finding the beta driver and setting it up might be considered complicated by non-professionals and tedious by everyone. I'd recommend using it for its primary purpose (3D navigation in natively supported software), where it shines. There's an alternate opinion in the following review, where the device's use in Battlefield and some other games is demonstrated and said to be convenient (watch after 05:00): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9pAMne1eeTQ I'd recomment using dedicated game controllers for games, though. If you can afford this one, you'll also be able to afford them.
1954329
If you looked on the official website ( http://www.3dconnexion.com/products/spacenavigator.html ), you would have found that the device is currently supported by two games (Multiwinia and Second Life), not the strongest of games in the year 2013. Unless your child is likely to go into product designing or wishes to create his own computer games, I would not recommend this as his/her Christmas present.
1966895
Yes it will work as it is not the system that will cause it not to work it is the game/program that you might have problems' with.
2228891
Return it the product does not work. I returned it and got a Logitech controller instead which works perfectly without any headaches. The controller you bought is a hunk of junk!
1875878
it depends of what kind of gaming. If is not an advanced game, it will work, but not for those "heavy" games.
1643479
Wet haven't tried or even thought about using it with a computer so I'm not sure if it does sorry. We have used it with our Television and played the CD that came with it through our DVD, PlayStation and Xbox consoles. Sorry I wasn't more help. My kids are still enjoying it though :)
271232
It is not a good computer if you are a serious gamer. For simple games it will do.
879476
Thanks for your input. I did not get one, I just decided that since we have the Wii - that's enough right now. I don't want to turn them into big gamers at the age of 4. Thanks again for your input, have a Merry Christmas!
2155251
The thing probably won't work at all. Mine didn't. Neither did quite a few of them that other people on line bought. I should have taken more heed to customer feedback.
1406758
Ok sorry I have had mine a while and works! I bought several items like this and used them through xmas! They all worked fine I would contact seller and ask for exchange or return? Sorry that's all I can do
874947
prob not, but I wouldn't buy it either way as I sent mine back for a refund and I have yet to hear back/get my money back... bunch of a-holes IMO.
1344133
I haven't tried it myself, but I've seen many reviews that say it doesn't work well; some games work, some don't.
666404
Yes, it works like it should. The game they send is brand new, unless otherwise stated. Mine was new, and I only payed $30 for it.
184036
It works with the Wii games but we do not have the WiiU. Hope to get one soon and will try and see if it works.
2025126
Not with this thing, mine didn't work at all. Got a full refund from Amazon.
513913
I really do not know sorry but if interested in game go all out. I would try it out but understand the money watsted if it doesn't work but I'm sure a refund order would be allowed. Hope this helps. :-)
397482
I returned mine two days after I received it. This is a terrible device and I would not advise anyone to buy it and if you do, I would suggest that you return it. That is just my opinion.
2282265
It's not worth it. Don't buy it. It was a complete waste of money. It didn't work or me whatsoever, and it only works for a short list of games. Like 5 or so. They aren't even good games.