You should now see a "USB Network Joystick (HID)" in your Game Controllers window ( joy.cpl ). Because this is a prosumer tool, you will encounter issues. Here is the fix matrix:
Bind the device:
Enter the niche but powerful category of the , and specifically the enigmatic ‘-bm-’ driver that has become a cornerstone for advanced users. usb network joystick -bm- driver
Have you successfully used the -bm- driver for a specific joystick model? Check the community forums for device-specific HID descriptor patches, especially for VKB Gunfighter or Virpil Mongoose sticks. You should now see a "USB Network Joystick