JOYDOWN

Syntax

INT = JOYDOWN(button as INT,OPT device as INT)

Description

Tests a button on a joystick device.

Parameters

button - Zero based button number to test.

device - Optional device number. Default is 0 or the first joystick attached to the system

Return value

TRUE if the button is down, FALSE otherwise.

Remarks

A screen must be open or DirectInput initialized manually before using this function. This function is non-blocking and is suitable for use in game loops.

Example usage

IF JOYDOWN(1) THEN fire_missle = TRUE