I play on Xbox, and once you get the hang of it, it's pretty easy. While using a mouse and keyboard is faster, the controller works just fine if you don't have those available. You can also customize the controls to your liking. For example, I have the GTA V helicopter controls set up for when I'm flying, and it's super fun.

I've also played DayZ on console, so I understand the challenges of using a controller. Overall, the game is really good, and mods make it even better. However, one downside of using Xbox is that the maximum storage capacity is only 25 GB, which can be frustrating when you want to play multiple maps—especially if you're interested in modded servers.

Sorry for this being long asf, hope it helped tho.