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When it comes to gaming challenges, players have always pushed the boundaries of what’s possible. From beatingDark Soulswith bananas (real story) to completingMinecraftblindfolded, the gaming community’s creativity knows no bounds. Recently, two particularly impressive feats have caught our attention: playingElden Ringwith a Guitar Hero controller and tacklingValorantwith a steering wheel.
While both achievements showcase incredible ingenuity and dedication, there’s something uniquely audacious about attempting to play a competitive first-person shooter using automotive equipment. After all, missing a dodge roll inElden Ringis one thing, but trying to win a gunfight while literally steering your way through Icebox?
That’s a different level of madness entirely.
When gaming meets unconventional controls
Content creatorMage Eye‘s journey through The Lands Between with a Guitar Hero controller is undoubtedly impressive. The sheer dedication required to map controls and execute precise movementsduring intense boss battles deserves recognition. After all, this fellow Tarnished managed to defeat Godfrey on just their 24th attempt—a feat some regular controller users are still struggling to achieve!
The setup process alone is a testament to the player’s ingenuity, with the five fret buttons and strum bar being carefully mapped to different actions. While it may seem like a nightmare to navigate Limgrave with what’s essentially a plastic instrument, the single-player nature of the game means you’re only letting yourself down if things go wrong.
But here’s the thing aboutElden Ring—it’s designed to be beaten through patience and persistence. Every boss has patterns to learn, every area can be methodically cleared, and most importantly, you can take all the time in the world to figure out which colored button does what. It’s like learning to play “Through the Fire and Flames” on Expert difficulty, except instead of hitting notes, you’re hitting Malenia with a Zweihander.
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The challenge is impressive, no doubt, but it exists within a controlled environment where the only variable is your own skill and determination. And let’s be honest, at least all five fret buttons are actually usable – which is more than we can say for our next challenger.
The audacity of competitive steering
EnterIridium, the absolute mad ladwho decided that the mouse and keyboard were too mainstream forValorant. Armed with nothing but a steering wheel and what we can only assume is an unshakeable sense of humor, they embarked on perhaps the most questionable gaming challenge since someone tried to playDark Soulswith a dance pad.
The configuration nightmare alone is enough tomake most people question their life choices. Two hours of configuration just to discover thatValorant’s raw input system wouldn’t even allowturningthe wheel. Imagine showing up to a gunfight and realizing you may only shoot in the direction you’re already facing—it’s like playing the game while cosplaying as one of Killjoy’s turrets.
Yet somehow, against all odds and probably against the advice of every reasonable person in their life, Iridium managed to secure a kill in their very first match. One kill might not sound impressive until you realize they’re essentially playing a tactical shooter with the same equipment you’d use to parallel park a Honda Civic.
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The real kicker? WhileElden Ringplayers can take their time learning boss patterns,Valorantdemands split-second decisions and precise aim. Try explaining to your teammates thatyou whiffed that crucial Chamber shotbecause you were still trying to figure out which pedal was bound to your ultimate ability.
And hey, next timeRiot‘s matchmaking teams you up with someone who plays like they’re driving a car through B Site, maybe cut them some slack. They might just be attempting the gaming equivalent of entering a Formula 1 race with a unicycle.
What do you think about these creative controller challenges? Would you rather attemptElden Ringwith a Guitar Hero controller orValorantwith a steering wheel? Let us know in the comments below!
Soumyajit Mukherjee
Gaming Writer
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Soumyajit Mukherjee is a Gaming Writer at FandomWire, known for his deep dives into tactical shooters and co-op games. Since joining in June 2024, he’s focused on breakout multiplayer titles like Helldivers 2 and Marvel Rivals, bringing sharp analysis and veteran instincts to every story. His gaming journey began at a local café with the OG Modern Warfare 2, and from that very first frag, he’s been chasing the rush ever since.A former competitive Rainbow Six Siege team captain, Soumyajit has played and written about everything from CS:GO, Valorant, Overwatch, and Apex Legends to Rocket League, Call of Duty, and Battlefield. He’s proudly PC-first and has been since said LAN days… but with GTA 6 looming on the horizon, a long-overdue PS5 might finally sneak onto his setup.
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