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 25 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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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...

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DS4Windows alternatives page was last updated Aug 31, 2022
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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

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Country of Origin

    • International

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    AntiMicroX screenshot 1

    AntiMicroX Features

    1.  Gamepad Mapping
    2.  Controller Support
    3.  Input Method
    4.  Portable

    AntiMicroX VS DS4Windows

     

    • 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

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
    DS4Windows by Ryochan7 screenshot 1
    Discontinued

    The GitHub repository has been archived in January 2024. Last version, 3.3.3, released in December 2023, can be still downloaded from GitHub

    DS4Windows by Ryochan7 Features

    1.  Gamepad Mapping
    2.  Bluetooth Support
    3.  Mouse Button Mapping
    4.  Sensors
    5.  Compatible with touchscreen

    DS4Windows by Ryochan7 VS DS4Windows

     
  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

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    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Main Window

    Xpadder Features

    1.  Key Mapping
    2.  Key rebinding
    3.  Portable
    4.  Controller Support
    5.  Gamepad Mapping

    Xpadder VS DS4Windows

     

    • 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

    License model

    Country of Origin

    • CZ flagCzechia
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    reWASD screenshot 1

    reWASD Features

    1.  Elite paddles
    2.  Gamepad Mapping
    3.  Shift mode

    reWASD VS DS4Windows

     

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

    • reWASD is Paid and ProprietaryDS4Windows is Free and Open Source
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    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

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
    InputMapper screenshot 1

    InputMapper Features

    1.  Food database
    2.  Bluetooth Support

    InputMapper VS DS4Windows

     
    Comments about InputMapper as an Alternative to DS4Windows
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    Positive Jan 17, 2019
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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
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    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

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Steam
    DualSenseX screenshot 1

    DualSenseX Features

    1.  Emulation

    DualSenseX VS DS4Windows

     

    • DualSenseX is the most popular Mac alternative to DS4Windows.

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

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    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    Warning

    The developer has passed away, and the project has been hacked with viruses. You should avoid downloading it on the official website, and rather check well-known third-party download websites if you want to use this software.

    Discontinued

    You can't download it from the "official website" anymore, but it's still available on third-part websites, but be cautious.

    Pinnacle Game Profiler VS DS4Windows

     
  11. 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.

    15 JoyShockMapper alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Country of Origin

    • AU flagAustralia

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
    Start screen with custom mapping loaded.

    JoyShockMapper Features

    1.  Portable
    2.  Gamepad Mapping

    JoyShockMapper VS DS4Windows

     
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    Controller Companion

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    Put mouse, media and keyboard control in the palms of your hands so you'll never have to leave the couch again!

    13 Controller Companion alternatives

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    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • NZ flagNew Zealand

    Platforms

    • Windows
    Controller Companion screenshot 1

    Controller Companion Features

    1.  Gamepad Mapping

    Controller Companion VS DS4Windows

     
  13. ScpToolkit icon

    ScpToolkit

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    Open source Windows Driver and XInput Wrapper for Sony DualShock 3/4 Controllers.

    4 ScpToolkit alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
    ScpToolkit screenshot 1

    ScpToolkit VS DS4Windows

     
  14. Sixaxis Controller icon

    Sixaxis Controller

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

    6 Sixaxis Controller alternatives

    License model

    Country of Origin

    • IN flagIndia

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet

    Sixaxis Controller VS DS4Windows

     
  15. ShockEmu (gamepad fork) icon

    ShockEmu (gamepad fork)

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    Keyboard / Mouse / Gamepad / Joystick support to Dualshock 4 emulation for PS4 Remote Play (macOS) - MiCkSoftware/ShockEmu

    7 ShockEmu (gamepad fork) alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Objective-C
    ShockEmu (gamepad fork) screenshot 1

    ShockEmu (gamepad fork) Features

    1.  PlayStation Streaming

    ShockEmu (gamepad fork) VS DS4Windows

     
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