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Advanced Calibration

Deep dive into device calibration for optimal motion control performance.

What is Calibration?​

Calibration sets your device's neutral position as a baseline for motion controls, ensuring responsive and accurate gameplay.

Why Calibrate?​

Benefits:

  • Personalized controls
  • Better responsiveness
  • Comfortable play position
  • Consistent experience

When to Calibrate:

  • First time playing
  • Switching play positions
  • Controls feel off
  • After device restart
  • Different player using device

Calibration Types​

Path: /calibration or Settings → Calibration

Advantages:

  • One calibration for all games
  • Quick access
  • Persistent setting
  • Consistent across challenges

Process:

  1. Access calibration page
  2. Hold device comfortably
  3. Tap "Calibrate" button
  4. Keep still 1-2 seconds
  5. Success confirmation

Per-Game Calibration​

When: Before individual challenges

Advantages:

  • Game-specific tuning
  • Session-based
  • Quick adjustment

Process:

  • Offered before game starts
  • Same calibration steps
  • Applies to current session only

Calibration Process Details​

Preparation​

Before Calibrating:

  1. Find comfortable position (sitting/standing)
  2. Hold device as you'll play
  3. Relax your grip
  4. Take natural posture
  5. Eliminate distractions

During Calibration​

Steps:

  1. Hold device steady in play position
  2. Tap calibrate button
  3. Keep device completely still
  4. System records orientation
  5. Wait for confirmation

Duration: 1-2 seconds of stillness

What's Recorded:

  • Device tilt angle
  • Orientation baseline
  • Gravity direction
  • Sensor zero point

After Calibration​

Verification:

  • Tilt device gently
  • Watch on-screen indicators
  • Confirm responsive
  • Recalibrate if needed

Success Indicators:

  • Confirmation message
  • Controls feel right
  • Direction matches intent
  • Smooth responsiveness

Calibration Settings​

Position Types​

Sitting:

  • Elbows on surface
  • Device at chest height
  • Stable core
  • Best for long sessions

Standing:

  • Arms at comfortable height
  • Stable stance
  • Device held naturally
  • Good for active games

Lying Down:

  • Calibrate in this position
  • Less precise control
  • Works for some games
  • Not recommended for tilt games

Device Orientation​

Portrait vs. Landscape:

  • Calibrate in orientation you'll use
  • Some games lock orientation
  • Recalibrate if switching
  • Consistent orientation best

Testing Calibration​

Test Procedures​

Basic Test:

  1. Tilt forward → should register up
  2. Tilt back → should register down
  3. Tilt left → should register left
  4. Tilt right → should register right
  5. Neutral → should register centered

Advanced Test:

  • Small movements responsive
  • Smooth transitions
  • No drift at neutral
  • Predictable response

In-Game Test:

  • Try easy challenge
  • Monitor control feel
  • Check responsiveness
  • Verify accuracy

Troubleshooting​

Common Issues​

Controls Inverted:

  • Recalibrate in correct position
  • Check device orientation
  • Verify game settings

Too Sensitive:

  • Recalibrate with more neutral position
  • Ensure stable starting point
  • Check for external vibrations

Not Responsive:

  • Recalibrate entirely
  • Check sensor permissions
  • Verify sensors working
  • Try different browser

Drifting:

  • Keep device very still during calibration
  • Eliminate external movement
  • Stable surface
  • Recalibrate

Advanced Tips​

Optimal Calibration​

Best Practices:

  1. Calibrate before each session
  2. Consistent play position
  3. Eliminate environmental factors
  4. Regular recalibration
  5. Test immediately after

Environment:

  • Stable surface
  • No vibrations
  • Good posture
  • Comfortable setup

Fine-Tuning​

Iteration:

  • Calibrate and test
  • Adjust position slightly
  • Recalibrate
  • Compare results
  • Find sweet spot

Multiple Positions​

If You Switch Positions:

  • Recalibrate each time
  • No penalty for multiple calibrations
  • Takes seconds
  • Worth the improvement

Technical Details​

What Calibration Does​

Process:

  1. Records current orientation
  2. Sets as zero/neutral point
  3. All future motion relative to this
  4. Stored in session

Sensors Used:

  • Accelerometer (tilt, gravity)
  • Gyroscope (rotation)
  • Both combined for accuracy

Calibration Data​

Storage:

  • Session-based (per page load)
  • Not persistent across sessions (requires recalibration)
  • Local only (not server)
  • Quick to reestablish

Best Times to Calibrate​

Definitely Calibrate:

  • First play session
  • After position change
  • Controls feel off
  • New player on device
  • After inactivity

Quick Recalibration:

  • Between challenges
  • Mid-session adjustment
  • Testing different positions
  • Troubleshooting issues

Calibration Checklist​

  • Comfortable position found
  • Device held naturally
  • Stable surface/posture
  • Calibration performed
  • Test movements verified
  • Ready to play!

Next Steps​