Can you use a gamepad instead of the controllers?

So i was woundring if you can use a gamepad instead of the normal controllers? Will you able to move js like the oculus cotrollers? I dont mean the motion or anything i mean like moving from place to another it might sounds stupid but honestly i don't wanna spend 200$ on controllers since i got the headset for cheap is it possible? Specifically vrchat i dont mine the tracking or anything js moving from place to another is it possible with a gamepad? I appreciate anyone response