In the last patch notes it speaks of having full Gamepad support. Even on the PC version we have the ability now to map all the keys/commands to a controller in the settings.
Here's the quote:
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Current ATLAS Official Server Network Server Version: v315.11
UPCOMING PATCH NOTES
PLEASE NOTE THESE PATCH NOTES ARE NOT FINALIZED AND THERE MAY BE CHANGES PRIOR TO THE FULL RELEASE ON THE LIVE SERVERS.
MORE NOTES TO COME!
RELEASED PATCH NOTES
CURRENT: V315.11
v315.11
Main Additions/Content
Xbox Crossplay now supported (coming to Xbox on the 8th of October: https://www.playatlas.com/index.php?/atlas-news/news/captain’s-log-37-atlas-arrives-on-xbox-with-steam-pc-crossplay-r213/)
- New world map with improved biome layout (and a new biome type)
- Over 70 new core island templates, and many polish improvements to existing islands
- Over 20 new cosmetics and sail cosmetics
- Improved client and server performance
- Full Gamepad support (***************************************************************************************)
- "Wild Pirate Camps" option for singleplayer and non-dedicated sessions (enabled by default): take over each island across the ATLAS by attacking and claiming procedural enemy pirate camps, guarded by cannons, pirates wielding all sorts of weapons, and even powerful pirate ships!
- New Multi-shot Hydra Pistol
- Cats (with hats!)