Many generic or older gamepads aren't natively recognized by FIFA's engine. A feature could scan the user's devdata.dat
This was the era where PC players frequently dealt with "empty" button mapping screens. Editing the file was the only way to get third-party controllers like Logic3 or generic USB pads to work. The Golden Age (FIFA 10–16): Modders shared custom devdata.dat Devdata Dat Fifa 09 19
. This file was a staple for many years, particularly during the transition from older engines to newer ones (spanning approximately from FIFA 07 through FIFA 11 and later). Role and Purpose Controller Recognition Many generic or older gamepads aren't natively recognized
, your PC might see a "USB Gamepad," but FIFA won't know which button is "Shoot" and which is "Pass." Why "09 to 19"? Devdata Dat Fifa 09 19
