Joypad OS Alternatives

Joypad OS is described as 'Modular, high-performance firmware platform for building controller adapters, custom controllers, and input/output bridges across USB, Bluetooth, and native game console protocols' and is an app. There are more than 10 alternatives to Joypad OS for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Android, Android Tablet, Steam and Linux apps. The best Joypad OS alternative is AntiMicroX, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Joypad OS are Xpadder, DS4Windows by Ryochan7, PlayStation Accessories and DualSenseY.

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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.

    31 AntiMicroX alternatives

    Cost / License

    Platforms

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

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

    • AntiMicroX is Free and Open SourceJoypad OS is also Free and Open Source
  2. Xpadder icon

    Xpadder

     67 likes

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

    34 Xpadder alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
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    • Xpadder is the most popular commercial alternative to Joypad OS.

    • Xpadder is Paid and ProprietaryJoypad OS is Free and Open Source
  5. PlayStation Accessories icon

    PlayStation Accessories

     6 likes

    With the PlayStation Accessories app, customize the controller’s settings and update its firmware directly from your Windows PC.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  6. DualSenseY icon

    DualSenseY

     4 likes

    Use DualSense's features and emulate Xbox 360 controller and DualShock 4.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  7. DualSenseX icon

    DualSenseX

     6 likes

    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...

    6 DualSenseX alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

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

    • DualSenseX is Freemium and ProprietaryJoypad OS is Free and Open Source
  9. Panda Gamepad Pro icon

    Panda Gamepad Pro

     2 likes

    Best keymap app for gamepads. Support nearly all brands of gamepads and all apps & games.

    11 Panda Gamepad Pro alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
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    • Panda Gamepad Pro is the most popular Android alternative to Joypad OS.

    • Panda Gamepad Pro is Paid and ProprietaryJoypad OS is Free and Open Source
  10. PCXSense icon

    PCXSense

     4 likes

    Translates the inputs from the Dualsense into XInput making it compatible with any PC Game. Compatible with PS4 Dualshock 4 and PS5 Dualsense controllers.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  11. InputMapper icon

    InputMapper

     11 likes

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

    26 InputMapper alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  13. Pinnacle Game Profiler icon

    Pinnacle Game Profiler

     64 likes

    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...

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Warning
    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Windows
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  14. XInput Plus icon

    XInput Plus

     1 like

    XInput Plus is a tool that allows you to configure detailed operation settings (change key assignment, input sensitivity, axis reversal, automatic fire, hold, vibration intensity settings, etc.) for XInput controllers such as Xbox controllers.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Windows
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