Hello,
if you have not yet tried driver
Code:
sudo apt-get xserver-xorg-input-joystick
it may need configuring, I am unsure how to do that as I don't game, many do and someone can hopefully help you with configuring.
Update -
man link for configuring

you're welcome.
Did the Logitech Dual Action Gamepad need configuring, or did it plug and play after you inistalled ?
i don't know to do configuring
Hello ,
does it work now ?
If you need help configuring hopefully the experienced ones will come along soon, and they will help you with it.
Hello,
Info
On jstest-gtk joystick configuration and testing tool
Sourced install info
here
Code:
sudo apt-get install jstest-gtk
Calibrating the Gamepad section of the page (third heading)
you're welcome, happy to helpĀ