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Add Gyroscope API to Bedrock Edition for mobile & add-ons

I propose adding official gyroscope API support to Bedrock Edition's @minecraft/server module.

 

Why? Mobile players lack immersive gyro controls. Crucially, the NetEase version has had stable gyro APIs (e.g., GyroSensorChangedClientEvent) since March 2024. This creates an imbalance, hindering international creators and leaving mobile players behind.

 

Proposal: Add APIs similar to NetEase's:

 

1. A gyroSensorChanged event for real-time data.

2. Methods to enable/disable the sensor and set update frequency.

   This enables add-ons with motion controls for aiming, puzzles, vehicles, etc.

 

Benefits:

 

1. Better Mobile Experience: More immersive and precise control for combat, building, and exploration.

2. Empower Creators: Unlocks new gameplay possibilities beyond touch and controller.

3. Unify Standards: Bridges the feature gap between international and NetEase versions for easier cross-region development.

4. Use Native Hardware: Naturally enhances mobile gameplay by leveraging standard sensors.

 

Feasibility: Proven stable for over a year in the NetEase version.

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    Yes, this is definitely what we want!! also the game's controller settings are so outdated, even the default stick deadzone is massive, it's like 30% of the stick's inner circle. please implement gyro on mobile, switch and playstation console and on pcs; make use of the gyro sensors on the controller that supports it.

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    Yes! We need this!