DS4Windows AlternativesKey Mapping Tools and other similar apps like DS4Windows

DS4Windows is described as 'Lets DualShock 4 controller emulate Xbox 360 controller, via USB or Bluetooth, with extra features like DS4 touchpad for mouse input, and settings like LED color bar, rumble, and input assignment with modifiers, and configuration profiles' and is a Key Mapping tool in the gaming software category. There are more than 10 alternatives to DS4Windows for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Android, Android Tablet and Mac apps. The best DS4Windows alternative is AntiMicroX, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like DS4Windows are DS4Windows by Ryochan7, Xpadder, reWASD and InputMapper.

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  1. AntiMicroX icon

    AntiMicroX

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    Control desktop apps with gamepads on Linux and Windows using AntiMicroX. Map gamepad keys to keyboard, mouse, scripts, and executables with support for SDL2 configuration. Features include multiple mapping sets, auto profiles, macros, and compatibility with X.org and Wayland.

    32 AntiMicroX alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
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    • AntiMicroX is the most popular Windows & Linux alternative to DS4Windows.

    • AntiMicroX is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to DS4Windows.

    • AntiMicroX is Free and Open SourceDS4Windows is also Free and Open Source
  2. DS4Windows by Ryochan7 icon

    DS4Windows by Ryochan7

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    An extract anywhere program that allows you to get the best DualShock 4 experience on your PC. By emulating a Xbox 360 controller, many more games are accessible. A fork of the work of Jays2Kings.

    12 DS4Windows by Ryochan7 alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  4. Xpadder icon

    Xpadder

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    A utility for mapping keyboard keys and mouse button actions to your game controller buttons for PC gaming.

    35 Xpadder alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
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    • Some users think Xpadder is a great DS4Windows alternative, some don't.

    • Xpadder is the most popular commercial alternative to DS4Windows.

    • Xpadder is Paid and ProprietaryDS4Windows is Free and Open Source
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    reWASD

    Customize Xbox controllers by mapping gamepad inputs to keyboard, mouse, or other controls. Uniquely map Xbox Elite paddles as separate buttons, and refine stick and trigger settings. Share and download configurations for persona...

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    reWASD

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    Customize Xbox controllers by mapping gamepad inputs to keyboard, mouse, or other controls. Uniquely map Xbox Elite paddles as separate buttons, and refine stick and trigger settings. Share and download configurations for personalized gameplay, enhancing control precision.

    23 reWASD alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
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    • reWASD is the most popular Android, iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to DS4Windows.

    • reWASD is Paid and ProprietaryDS4Windows is Free and Open Source
  7. InputMapper icon

    InputMapper

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    InputMapper is a DS4 (DualShock 4) input mapper that allows you to connect your PS4 gamepad to windows, wired (USB) or wirelessly (Bluetooth).

    27 InputMapper alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    works greater in most games than DS4Windows !

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    • Most users think InputMapper is a great DS4Windows alternative.

    • InputMapper is Free and ProprietaryDS4Windows is Free and Open Source
  8. DualSenseX icon

    DualSenseX

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    Take your PS5 gaming experience to the next level with DSX, a groundbreaking software that lets you fully harness the potential of your DualSense controller on PC. Equipped with advanced features such as custom button profiles, custom lighting scenes, and input testing, DSX is...

    5 DualSenseX alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Steam
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    • DualSenseX is the most popular Mac alternative to DS4Windows.

    • DualSenseX is Freemium and ProprietaryDS4Windows is Free and Open Source
  10. JoyShockMapper icon

    JoyShockMapper

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    A tool for PC gamers to play games with DualShock 4, DualSense, JoyCon, and Switch Pro Controllers. Gyro aiming, flick stick.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
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  12. Pinnacle Game Profiler icon

    Pinnacle Game Profiler

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    Pinnacle Game Profiler allows you to emulate your keyboard and mouse with your video game controller, and otherwise customize the controller's behavior. Many PC games do not directly support game controllers, but with Pinnacle Game Profiler you can use any controller to play...

    26 Pinnacle Game Profiler alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Warning
    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    JoyXoff

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    An Xbox Controller Mapper which allows you to simulate mouse and keyboard events, media functions and create process profiles individually, as well as offer the ability to turn off Xbox 360 wireless controller with very low CPU and memory usage.

    14 JoyXoff alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Sixaxis Controller

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    The application do so you can use your PS3 controller on your android device.

    6 Sixaxis Controller alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
     
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