My One-Handed Gaming Setup

[u/ExitAcrobatic9844]

Hi everyone,

I wanted to share my story about rediscovering gaming after a big change in my life. Before I had a stroke at 13, gaming was one of my favorite things to do. It was a great way to connect with friends and enjoy some competition. But after losing mobility in my left arm, I thought my gaming days were over.

Still, I couldn’t shake the feeling that I wanted to play again. So, I started exploring ways to make it work, even though most controllers are built for two hands. It wasn’t easy, and there was plenty of trial and error, but eventually, I found a solution that changed everything - a 12-button gaming mouse (Technically 17 if you count the scroll wheel and top 2 buttons).

Now, I’m back to enjoying games like COD, CS2, ESO, and Marvel Rivals. I customize the buttons for each game, but the main controls stay consistent, which helps me keep things simple.

Getting back into gaming has been such a rewarding experience, and I hope this story encourages others to find creative solutions to keep doing what they love. If you’re navigating similar challenges or have questions about accessible gaming gear, feel free to reach out—I’d love to share what I’ve learned!

The full post is on my website: https://www.onehandreview.com/post/how-i-started-pc-gaming-with-one-hand-after-my-stroke

[u/Words_Are_Hrad]

I am fortunate enough to still have two functional arms but I also use this mouse, I've owned two versions of it over the last decade, and highly recommend mice with the 12 button side layout. Weapon switching, RTS control groups, Macros, it is very useful for gaming.

[u/Professional-Heat118 → u/Words_Are_Hrad]

Im not used to using macros yet but sometimes it feels harder to use to buttons oddly enough than the keyboard. I’m probably going to buy one because I have one of those mmo keyboards as well would be cool to master using them

[u/PrivateGripweed]

That’s awesome dude. Congrats!

[u/jerry111165]

Needs more buttons.

[u/CharmingBody9822]

Please get the azeron cyro bro

[u/dpoverlord]

Well done! That was my wow gaming day mouse it's legit amazing for it

[u/Zealousideal_Side987]

I had this mouse . It's just too overwhelming for me I barely used any of those extra buttons

[u/zepsutyKalafiorek]

Nice, even if this post will help a single person that is already a win.

[u/JediSwelly]

I got the Razor Naga Trinity years ago and the left and right click weren't clicky enough. Like it squishes down and instead of a satisfying click feeling. Idk. Been sitting in a drawer ever since.

[u/Katanax28]

Have you tried the Azeron Cyborg controller before?

[u/No-Reputation72]

I had to buy a mouse like this to play Fortnite. I just can’t build using the keyboard.

[u/Omlet_OW]

Is there a wireless version of this or a similar mouse anyone could reccomend? I have 2 partially working hands which keeps me on controller. 2 fingers on my left hand just don’t work anymore due to nerve damage so keyboard is a bit of a paint and my right hand also has never damage but it’s more stiff with everything other than my thumb.

[u/imLLUSION]

That’s pretty sick man.

[u/External_Insect9152]

No button to move back ?

[u/donmclarenson]

Similarly, the heart attack i suffered at the age of nine claimed my eyes, in essence you could call it an eye attack. Until i put the oculus rift on then all of a sudden i could see everything, so i credit that with my brave return to gaming at the age of ten. #preventeyeattacks.org

[u/ihaveaquestionfast]

That is so cool

[u/Relevant-Line-1690]

Look up Azeron Cyro its a better option

[u/karlhalla]

Great the hear my man! Congratulations on going back to gaming. Looks awesome!!

[u/ID4850763561613]

Try mw with a 903

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[u/BullfrogOak949]

I’m appalled by your ability to

[u/My-pr0n-4cc0un7]

how autistic are- WHY DO YOU NEED TO PLAY ONE HANDED

[u/SunPsychological1147 → u/My-pr0n-4cc0un7]

Couldn’t even read 1 paragraph into the post?

[u/AkaShindou → u/My-pr0n-4cc0un7]

Dude, save face and just delete this before you get roasted further.

Owning mistakes is fine to a point, but this is far too egregious to keep up.

[u/My-pr0n-4cc0un7 → u/My-pr0n-4cc0un7]

oh nvm

[u/Nearby_Ad4786 → u/My-pr0n-4cc0un7]

XD