Activision’s Call of Duty Mobile was primarily designed for touch screen play. However, for players who are transitioning from other platforms, the game also offers the option to connect your mobile device with a controller. Using a controller allows you to replicate the authentic feel of playing Call of Duty on a larger platform, which can be particularly beneficial for those accustomed to console gaming. This article provides insight on how you can play COD Mobile with a controller, along with a settings guide to improve your performance.
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How to play COD Mobile with a controller?
Connecting your controller to your mobile device is a straightforward process. Follow these steps to get your controller up and running on both Android and iOS devices:
Android
- Pull down the Notification panel from the top of your screen.
- Long press the Bluetooth symbol.
- Select ‘Pair New Device.’
- Hold down the PS & Share button on your PlayStation controller, or the Connect button on your Xbox controller.
- Once the controller LED starts flashing, select it from the list on your Android phone.
- Open COD Mobile and test your controller in the settings.
iPhone and iPad
- Open the Settings app and select Bluetooth.
- Hold down the PS & Share button on your PlayStation controller, or the Connect button on your Xbox controller.
- Once the controller LED starts flashing, select it under ‘Other Devices’ on your iOS device.
- Open COD Mobile and test your controller in the settings.
Remember, your controller will only function during gameplay, not in the game menus. If you are unable to connect your device to your controller even after following all the steps correctly, consider troubleshooting with these methods.
Supported Controllers
COD Mobile has had limited controller support on iOS and Android since November 2019. Currently, the game only supports a few controllers, and they only work in-game. Sensitivity for each game type (Multiplayer, Battle Royale, and Zombie) can be customized individually in settings, but button mappings cannot be adjusted for now. Developers have committed to further optimizing Call of Duty Mobile controller support in the future.
You can use the following controllers with COD Mobile:
- PlayStation 4
- PlayStation 5
- Xbox One
- Xbox Series S/X
- Nintendo Switch (iPhone users)
Other Bluetooth controllers might also work with COD Mobile, although they aren’t officially supported. Certain functions may not work, so keep that in mind before spending money on other third-party controllers. iPhone users also claim success using a Nintendo Switch controller. If you are having trouble matchmaking, refer to our COD Mobile Error 5024 fix.
Best Controller Settings for COD Mobile
To optimize your gameplay, adjust your controller settings in COD Mobile:
General Settings
- Enable Controller Support: On
- X-axis FLIP: Default
- Y-axis FLIP: Default
- Flip Triggers with Bumpers: Default
- Tap ADS: Hold
- Auto-Sprint: Off
- Sprint Function: Push Left Joystick Forward
Sensitivity Settings
Adjust sensitivity settings to suit your preferences and screen size. Here’s a recommended starting point:
- Horizontal Sensitivity: 150
- Vertical Sensitivity: 150
- ADS & Non-Scope Horizontal Sensitivity: 100
- ADS & Non-Scope Vertical Sensitivity: 100
- Scope Horizontal Sensitivity: 95
- Scope Vertical Sensitivity: 95
- Sniper ADS Horizontal Sensitivity: 50
- Sniper ADS Vertical Sensitivity: 54
These settings serve as a baseline. Tweak them until you find the setup that feels most comfortable for you.
Will using a controller in Call of Duty Mobile get you banned?
No! The developer allows controller use. The game won’t ban you for using one. However, the game will only match you with other players that are also using a controller. This may slightly increase matchmaking time and generally results in more competitive opponents.
Can I use a keyboard and mouse to play Call of Duty Mobile?
Some players may prefer using a keyboard and mouse. Unfortunately, there is no way to play Call of Duty Mobile using a keyboard and mouse on Android or iOS applications. However, official PC emulators like Gameloop can run COD Mobile on PC where key mapping for keyboard and mouse is supported.
