SCUF Nomad - Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most commonly asked questions about SCUF Nomad. Be sure to check out the Nomad quick start guide for more information.

Download the SCUF Nomad Companion App from the App Store.

Capture screenshots and record your gameplay seamlessly. To take a screenshot, simply double-click the SCUF button. Your screenshot will be saved in the gallery section of the SCUF Nomad companion app and in your device's photos.

If you want to start screen recording, press and hold the SCUF button for approximately 2 seconds. A screen will pop up that will prompt you to start recording, as well as provide the option to toggle your microphone. Then, simply tap "Start Broadcast" to begin recording.

Now you can continue playing your game while capturing the footage. To stop the recording, press and hold the SCUF button again for 2 seconds, then select "Stop Broadcast" with your finger.

Power on your Nomad by pressing the home button on the top left of the controller. Once powered on, you'll notice the status lights illuminate red, indicating that the controller is on. If your Nomad isn't turning on, try charging it with the provided USB-C cable.

To put your Nomad in pairing mode, simply press and hold the Bluetooth pairing button located on the bottom right side of your Nomad until the status lights begin flashing red.

Now go into your device settings and find the Bluetooth section. After a few moments, you should see "SCUF Nomad Mobile Controller" pop up in the list. Select it to begin the pairing process. Once your Nomad is paired to your phone, it should appear under "My Devices," and the single far-left light will indicate the status of your Nomad being connected.

You will be prompted to download the SCUF Nomad Companion app from the App Store. Once the app is downloaded, launch it, and you're free to play away.

First, ensure your Nomad is paired with your device, then launch the SCUF Nomad Companion app. Once you are in the app, press the menu button on your Nomad. Under the customization section, select the profile you want to customize.

Using either the bumpers or your finger, select the section that contains the input you want to change. The action buttons, D-pad, and thumb sticks are all located on the front. The paddles are located on the back, and the bumpers and triggers are both on top of your Nomad.

Once you're in the section you need, select the input you want to customize. Choose the function you want to assign to your selected input, and that’s it. Repeat this step for any other buttons you want to remap.

Please note that you can reset the custom mappings to the default settings. To do this, press the options button and select "Reset Mappings."

To start off, press and hold the home button and the Bluetooth button simultaneously for 5 seconds. The lights will flash red and then illuminate side to side. It's worth noting that resetting your Nomad will unpair it from your device.

Next, go into the Bluetooth section in your device settings and select "Forget" for the Nomad.

Now, you should repeat the pairing process with your reset Nomad to begin using it again.

First, locate the bottom edge of your thumbstick topper. It should look something like this. Using your thumb, press the thumbstick upwards gently. Push the thumbstick topper up and off.

First, locate the SCUF text on your thumbstick topper, which should be placed near the top. Place the bottom half of the topper, indicated on the underside by the dashes, and hook it onto the lip of the thumbstick.

Press the topper down onto the thumbstick until you feel it pop into place. Some force may be necessary. Double-check that the SCUF text on the topper is still facing the top of the Nomad. If it’s not, rotate the topper so it is positioned properly.

To change your response curves, also known as sensitivity, make sure your Nomad is paired with your device. Launch the SCUF Nomad Companion app on your device. Press the menu button on your controller to access the app's menu. Navigate to the customization section and select the profile you want to customize.

Under the customization section, you will find and select the sticks. Choose either "Left Stick Preset" or "Right Stick Preset," select the response curve you want to use, and press "Apply" to make and save your changes. We recommend testing out different response curves in-game to find the one that best suits your play style.

Please note that you can reset the thumbstick settings to the default configuration. To do this, press the options button and select "Reset Sticks."

There are two ways you can assign a profile to a specific game. The first way is from the "My Game" section within the SCUF Nomad Companion app. From there, hover over the game you want to assign a profile to, then choose "Select Profile" on the bottom right. Within the app, tap the circle next to the profile you'd like to assign.

For the second method, press the menu button in the SCUF Nomad Companion app. In the customization section, select the profile you wish to assign. From there, navigate to the game section of the app and select the game you wish to apply a profile to. Now, every time you launch that game, SCUF will use the profile you have assigned to it.

If you are setting up your Nomad for the first time, it's important to note that right out of the box, the paddles are set to default settings. This means the paddles may not work in the game or application you are trying to use them in. To fix this issue, there are several solutions.

The first way is to open the SCUF Nomad Companion app. Press the menu button and navigate to the Preferences section. From there, select "Profile Settings," choose "Custom," and then select your preferred profile. If you have not already customized the starting profiles, it will be set to the default factory mappings. Please note that the paddles will not work while navigating through the SCUF app.

If your paddles are still not working, ensure the profile you want to use does not have inputs mapped to M1 or M2. To check this in the SCUF Nomad Companion app, press the menu button on your controller and navigate to the Customization section. Select the profile you want to use, then go to the back of the controller under the Customization section and find the paddles. Ensure that both of your paddles are not mapped to M1 or M2. If they are mapped to these inputs, you need to change them.

If both paddles are still not working, start by going into the application or game you wish to use your controller with. Then, go into the settings within the app and navigate to where you might find settings to enable controller usage. Please note that some games require you to enable controller settings or complete a prerequisite, such as a tutorial, to use a controller.

If your paddles are still not working after trying all these steps, try resetting your Nomad. Press and hold the home button and the Bluetooth button simultaneously for 5 seconds. The lights will flash red and then illuminate side to side.

If you continue to have issues, please visit scuf.com/support to get in touch with a customer care agent who will be happy to assist you.

To change your dead zones, make sure your Nomad is paired with your device. Launch the SCUF Nomad Companion app on your device. Press the menu button on your controller to access the app's menu. Navigate to the customization section and select the profile you want to customize.

Under the customization section, find and select the sticks. Choose the dead zone slider for the thumbstick you want to adjust and set it to your liking using either your controller or your finger. We recommend testing out different dead zone settings in-game to find the one that best suits your play style.

Please note that setting your dead zones below 2% can lead to unintended movement. You can reset the thumbstick settings to the default configuration by pressing the options button and selecting "Reset Sticks."

To change your deadzones, make sure your Nomad is paired with your device. Launch the SCUF Nomad Companion app on your device. Press the menu button on your controller to access the app's menu. Navigate to the customization section and select the profile you want to customize.

Under the customization section, you will find and select the triggers. Choose the dead zone for the trigger you want to change and adjust it to your liking using either your controller or your finger. We recommend testing out different dead zone settings in-game to find the one that best suits your play style.

Please note that setting your dead zones below 2% can lead to unintended movement. You can reset the trigger settings back to default by pressing the options button and selecting "Reset Triggers."

First, open the SCUF Nomad Companion app. Press the menu button located in the bottom left corner. Next, find the customization section and select the three dots next to the profile you want to share. Choose from a wide range of sharing options, such as the application and person you wish to share it with. Make your selection, and you've successfully shared your profile.