How to Optimize Trigger Response and Fix Delay Issues in FPS Games

Understanding Soft Pull and Analog Triggers:

Analog triggers, commonly found in PS4 controllers and gaming controllers with Hall Effect sensors, detect the level of pressure applied to the trigger, providing nuanced input for actions such as accelerating in racing games or firing in shooters. Soft pull settings are used to fine-tune the sensitivity of the triggers, allowing for a lighter or softer press before the trigger activates. This feature is especially beneficial in games where precision and control over trigger pulls are important, such as FPS games.

Impact of Soft Pull on FPS Gameplay:

In FPS (First-Person Shooter) games, quick response times and precise actions are crucial, especially when it comes to shooting. The soft pull feature modifies how early the trigger responds to a lighter pull, potentially reducing the time required to activate the trigger for actions such as aiming and shooting. However, if set incorrectly, a soft pull can lead to delayed responses, causing frustration for players who need fast reflexes in action-packed situations.

Fast Click Issues with Soft Pull: When a player attempts to fire quickly, a soft trigger setting might not immediately respond to a fast or light press, causing slower reactions, which can be a disadvantage, especially in competitive games. If you're experiencing slow trigger response times while trying to fire rapidly in FPS games, it might be due to the trigger’s soft pull setting not engaging as quickly as needed.

The Role of Automatic Calibration on Analog Trigger Controllers:

Controllers like the QRD Spark N5, which feature Hall Effect sensors and automatic calibration, have built-in mechanisms to ensure the analog triggers are set at their optimal starting position. Automatic calibration helps maintain consistent trigger input by ensuring the trigger resets and recalibrates to its center point when the controller is powered on. This is important for preventing drift and ensuring precise, accurate input from the triggers, especially when transitioning between different games or setups.

Impact of Calibration on Soft Pull Functionality: When an analog trigger controller with automatic calibration is used in conjunction with a soft pull setting, the controller can ensure that the trigger’s sensitivity is correctly set at the start of each session. However, if the calibration is off or if there’s interference, it might result in inconsistent trigger responses, further contributing to slow or erratic behavior when trying to fire in a fast-paced FPS.

Recommendations:

Adjusting Trigger Sensitivity: If you're experiencing slow responses during rapid fire in FPS games, we recommend adjusting the trigger sensitivity settings to remove or lessen the soft pull effect or setting a faster trigger response for quicker firing actions. In games like Call of Duty or Apex Legends, this could drastically improve reaction time.

（On Steam)

1. Click on the “Controller Configuration” button to enter the Game’s Controller Settings: