Joystick vs mouse,and more rant

Why do most fps games use mouse-keyboard and evil nemesis 3 won't? I'm trying to play the demo without the mouse and can't. Is there a gamepad/joystick training course for the uninitiated or clumsy? My fingers are tangled up. Still determined to get past the first enemies.
Are there any other over 50, (years not iq) players out there? Having a confusing Morning, I guess. Where is the sense of humor here? Some folks are way too serious , games are just games. Newbies are the future, condescention(sic) is for ignorant clicque'rs. Yes ,I know I got off subject-sorry- end rant- go to my room

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Much to Learn

i don't have an answer to your prob but i agree people should lighten up. it should be all about fun. just keep stabbin away at that controller. u should be able to get it!
i'm 37

[This message has been edited by reznor13 (edited October 30, 2000).]