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    New GABE update coming 0.95

    Big new update for GABE coming soon!  

     
     - updated algorithm for calculating X|Y values.  The update should 'reach corners' better on systems with subtle voltage differences.  It should also be slightly quicker. 
    - replaced 'X-only Mode' for 'Paddle Mode'.  Which is described below.

    Paddle Mode is a really cool new feature.  It allows the capability to select X or Y values.  Which will then only send the X value or the Y value of the controller.
    Why is this cool?   By sending only the X or Y as PDL 0, we can more closely emulate a Paddle Controller.   Further, by only sending 1 value as PDL 0.   We can send the same X or Y from Joystick 2 as PDL 1.   Which will allow us to play any 2 player paddle games as true 2 player.  

    In technical other words, original paddle games accomplished 2 player by sending paddle values on PDL 0 for player 1, and PDL 1 for player 2.  Which later on became player 1 X values on PDL 0 and Y values on PDL 1.  Player 2 would have resided on PDL 2 and PDL 3 for X and Y, respectively.  

    Give an example?   Say we put GABE in Paddle Mode Y (Up and Down controls)  and play 2 player PONG RELOADED (https://www.facebook.com/groups/418327412201896/permalink/1335936893774272/).   Player 1 can use controller 1, and Player 2 can use controller 2 .... both pressing up and down to move the PONG paddle up and down!!!  


    So much fun!