Steam Controller questions

[Vnolan]

So for a while now, I've been playing this game through Steam despite having a Mogstation version of the game, and everything works great for the most part, but I have a few questions regarding the use of the Steam controller and whether or not certain functions count as "Botting" or not.

There's also the option of adding in repeat rates to buttons, or a "Turbo" mode, spamming the key at up to 30hz or possibly more. In addition, buttons can be set to put out a series of inputs, rather than just one, allowing for semi-automation of certain inputs. (You still have to push the button, but it could push many outputs)

If it's automated and provides an advantage over other players, chances are it's not allowed.

Prohibitions in Final Fantasy XIV

"■Behaviour that disrupts the game balance
- Automating gameplay processes."

To be certain, you can try contacting GMs in-game (Main Menu -> System -> Support Desk -> Contact Us -> Report Harassment and ask your question)

However, whether it's allowed and whether you can get punished for using it are two different things. For the automation part, if you don't admit to using such tools in chat, nothing will happen to you (many players use bots for a wide range of activities from gathering, to leveling up, to buying houses, and there has been no crackdown by SE).

The turbo presses might carry a risk since you would be performing actions the average player couldn't perform, but I would be surprised if anything happened even if it isn't allowed.