How to Play Don Bradman Cricket 17 and Other Titles with Keyboard on PC: A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you tired of using a controller or joypad for cricket games like Don Bradman Cricket 17 but don't have one handy? Or maybe you prefer the precision that comes with keyboard controls, but aren't sure how to set it up? Look no further! In this article, we'll guide you through the process of playing DBC 17 and other similar titles using a PC keyboard.

Before we dive in, make sure your computer meets the minimum system requirements for running these games. You'll also need to download some additional software from third-party sources (more on that later).

Step 1: Download Don Bradman Cricket 7

To play DBC 17 with keyboard controls, you first need a copy of the game itself. Head over to websites like Steam or GOG and purchase it from there.

Alternatively, if you already own a physical version of the game for console platforms (PS3/4, Xbox360/One), you can try using an emulator such as PPSSPP or PCSX2 depending on your operating system (Windows 10 is recommended).

Step 2: Download Keyboard Mapping Software

Next up are the necessary tools needed to remap keyboard keys in-game. We'll be using two popular options here:

a) JoyToKey - A powerful, feature-rich solution that supports both mouse and joystick emulation.

b) XInput6c (for Windows Vista/7) or x360ce v1.30 (Windows 8/10). This software allows you to remap controller buttons on PC.

- JoyTo

- XInput6c/x360ce:

+ Windows Vista/7: https://sourceforge.net/projects/sb-xinput/

+ Windows 8/10: https://github.com/xbox360ce/xinput/releases

Step 3: Install and Configure Keyboard Mapping Software

Follow the installation instructions provided with each software download. Once installed, launch them separately.

For JoyTo

1) Open JoyToKey's main window.

2) Click on 'Options' > 'Joystick/Controller Emulation.'

3) Select your preferred controller type (e.g., Logitech F710 Gamepad).

4) In the 'Emulated Controller Settings' section, configure the button mappings according to this guide.

For XInput6c/x360ce:

1) Launch either XInput6c.exe or xinput.exe depending on which version you're using.

2. Click on the gear icon at top right corner and then choose 'Xbox 360 Gamepad' from dropdown list under 'General' tab.

3. Now go to 'Profile Manager' Tab where you will see default profiles created automatically by software - rename them something like “DBC17” or whatever suits your needs best because we'll be creating new ones later on Latter part of this post explains how do create custom profile.

Step 4: Create Custom Profiles for Don Bradman Cricket 7

Now that our keyboard mapping software is set up, let's move onto creating profiles specifically tailored to DBC 17. This will allow us to easily switch between different control schemes without having to constantly remap everything each time we want to play a new game.

For JoyTo

1) In the main window of JoyToKey, click on 'Options' > 'Joystick/Controller Emulation.'

2) Select your preferred controller type (e.g., Logitech F710 Gamepad).

3) Click on the '+' button at the bottom left corner to create a new profile.

4) Name this new profile something like “DBC17.”

For XInput6c/x360ce:

1. Open either XInput6c.exe or xinput.exe depending on which version you're using.

2. In the main window, click on 'Profile Manager' at top right corner.

3. Click on the '+' button and give a name to your new profile (e.g., “DBC17”).

Step 5: Map Keyboard Keys in Don Bradman Cricket 7

Now that we have our custom profiles set up, let's map some keyboard keys to specific controller buttons in DBC 17.

For JoyTo

1) Launch the game and go into its options menu.

2) Click on 'Controller' or equivalent depending on your operating system (Windows/Steam).

3. Here you will see a list of available controllers - select 'Generic Gamepad' from this dropdown if it's not already selected.

4.) Now map each controller button to a corresponding keyboard key using the following mappings:

A Button: Spacebar

B Button: Enter

Left Stick Up, Down, Left, Right: WSD keys respectively

For XInput6c/x360ce:

1) Launch DBC 7 and go into its options menu.

2. Click on 'Controller' or equivalent depending on your operating system (Windows/Steam).

3. Here you will see a list of available controllers - select 'Xbox 360 Gamepad' from this dropdown if it's not already selected.

Now, map each controller button to a corresponding keyboard key using the following mappings:

A Button: Spacebar

B Button: Enter

Step 6 (Optional): Configure Additional Controls in Don Bradman Cricket 7

If you want even more precise control over your gameplay experience, feel free to experiment with additional controls like analog stick sensitivity or directional pad button mapping. You can find these options by going into the game's settings menu and looking for 'Controller' or equivalent depending on your operating system.

And that's it! With these steps completed, you should now be able to play Don Bradman Cricket 17 (and other similar titles) using a PC keyboard instead of a controller. Remember to save your custom profiles so that you can easily switch between different control schemes whenever needed. Happy gaming!

Additional Tips and Resources:

- If you encounter any issues while mapping keys or experiencing lag during gameplay, try reducing the polling rate in your graphics card settings (usually found under 'Advanced' > 'Monitor Settings') from 1000 Hz to something lower like 500 Hz.

- For more advanced keyboard control configurations, check out websites like Steam forums' “Don Bradman Cricket 17” section or Reddit's r/DBC7 community for user-created mapping guides and discussions.

Don bradman cricket 17 pc keyboard