I think it would be a really good idea to give musicians something to play instead of using MIDI files. It can also help a musician main have something to do and something to learn, like other roles. I’m not sure if it would be possible to implement it, but a playable piano that uses the virtual piano keyset would be a fun addition to the game. The only downside I see is people not knowing how to play and spamming the keys, but hey, that can lead to fun RP situations. So musician mains, let me know how you feel!
I wonder if there’s a way on live right now to jury-rig this using existing virtual midi inputs…
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Can’t you already play midi instruments in the game ? Also yeah, people would definitely abuse it and smash keys… And as an IRL musician that also does a bit of DAW stuff, it’s basically impossible to play anything on PC keyboard. I truly don’t see the point
I say it cause im capable of doing it it took a bit to learn but you can play some songs on it. i have seen some people do some very incredible stuff with it especially theres a few videos online of people using virtual piano
Honestly if i could i would i just dont really know how to.
You should be able to install a virtual MIDI emulator to translate keyboard inputs to MIDI ones, then in-game select “MIDI Input” to start playing in real time.
If you already have a piano with MIDI output at home, you should be able to just connect it to your PC and use that instead.
I have actually seen a couple of people use the MIDI Input option for instruments. It doesn’t sound half bad (if you know how to play ofc).
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How are you gonna play chords on a pc keyboard ? and you only have what, 1 octave or two ? I’d much rather play on one of these small 32 keys midi keyboards
this is not me but this is a video of some impressive stuff using a nothing but a pc keyboard. im not at this level but i can play basic songs. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFptKn9Nkds.
QWERTY keyboards have more than 32 keys.
But yes, you should preferably get a real piano keyboard.
However, cheaper keyboards can struggle with four or more simultaneous key inputs, which may make certain chords impossible.
https://vmpk.sourceforge.io/ this program should work with the game. Just enable MIDI Input in the game and jam away.
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I appreciate it. I did try unfortunately the mappings are very different from what i was used to and re mapping every individual one was a hassle. I appreciate the help though
i do admit that this is a little bit of a problem especially because i suffer from it. but i will say there is alot of songs you can do without 4 or more inputs
UPDATE! i figured out a method to have everything i asked for. Thanks