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Best Controller Mapping Software in 2026
Controller mapping tools let you configure how a gamepad's inputs work with games and other software. Compare keyboard and mouse remapping, macro support, and virtual controller output, along with per-app profiles and profile switching. Simultaneous device support may matter if you use multiple controllers, and supported platforms can help narrow the fit for your setup. Steam Input, JoyShockMapper, and AntiMicroX…
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OmniControl is a Windows desktop app for remapping and tuning game-controller input.
Free planWindows
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ControllerBuddy maps gamepad controls to keyboard and mouse actions or to a virtual joystick, with the aim of letting players control flight…
Free planOpen sourceLinuxmacOSWindows
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JoyShockMapper
JoyShockMapper converts supported game controller input into keyboard, mouse, or virtual controller events for PC games.
Free planOpen sourceLinuxSelf-hostedWindows7.2Free plan - 5
PadLink
PadLink turns controllers that macOS does not recognize into game input, routing them as virtual DualShock 4 controllers or as keyboard and mouse.
Free planAndroidiOSmacOSWindows7.2$2.99 one-time - 67.1$14.99 one-time
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Keysticks
Keysticks lets users control a Windows PC with a gamepad or joystick, including for web browsing, games, music, and other tasks usually handled with a keyboard and mouse.
Free planOpen sourceWindows7.0Free plan - 8
JoyToKey
JoyToKey converts game-controller buttons and stick input into keyboard and mouse actions for Windows applications and web games.
Windows6.9$7.50 one-time - 9
JoyXoff
JoyXoff is a free Windows utility that maps compatible Xbox controller inputs to mouse and keyboard actions, media functions, and other bindings.
Free planWindows6.7Free plan - 10
Controller Companion
Controller Companion is a paid Windows application for operating a PC desktop with a game controller.
Windows6.6$2.99 one-time - 11
AntiMicroX
AntiMicroX is a free desktop application for Linux and Windows that maps gamepad controls to keyboard keys, mouse actions, scripts, and macros.
Free planLinuxWindows6.5Free plan - 12
Gamepad Mapper
Gamepad Mapper turns a gamepad or joystick into a way to control a Mac and its applications through simulated mouse and keyboard input.
Free planmacOS6.5From ₹299 a month - 13
PowerAim
PowerAim is a Windows tool that captures the screen, runs a YOLOv8 model and moves a mouse or virtual controller toward detected targets.
Free planWindows6.5Free plan - 14
ControllerMate
ControllerMate is a macOS utility that turns input-device controls and MIDI messages into custom keyboard, mouse, and MIDI actions.
Free planmacOS6.4Free plan - 15
Universal Control Remapper
Universal Control Remapper (UCR) is a free, open-source Windows application for mapping physical device inputs to virtual device outputs.
Free planWindows6.3Free plan - 16
DS4Windows
DS4Windows is a free, open-source Windows application that maps gamepad input and emulates controllers so compatible games can use PlayStation…
Free planWindows6.0Free plan - 17
Steam Input
Steam Input is a controller configuration system built into the Steam client.
APILinuxmacOSWindows6.0 - 18
InputConfig
InputConfig maps controllers and a Mac’s keyboard, mouse, and trackpad to keyboard and mouse actions across macOS apps.
Free planmacOS5.9Free plan - 19
Xbox 360 Controller Emulator
Xbox 360 Controller Emulator, also called X360CE, lets gamepads, joysticks, steering wheels, pedals, and other controllers work on a Windows PC as an Xbox 360 controller.
Free planWindows5.9Free plan - 20
Versus Remap
Versus Remap is paid Windows software for changing controller, keyboard, and mouse inputs.
Windows5.8From $39 a year - 21
Controller Manager
Controller Manager is a free, MIT-licensed Linux daemon that changes how physical controllers appear to the system.
Free planLinux5.7Free plan - 22
DSTX
DSTX is free Linux software that makes DualShock 4, DualSense, and Nintendo Switch Pro controllers emulate an Xbox 360 controller.
Free planLinux5.7Free plan - 23
GameController Mapper
GameController Mapper turns a game controller into a remote control for macOS.
macOS5.7$7.99 one-time - 24
Joystick Mapper
Joystick Mapper is a macOS app that converts joystick or gamepad input into keyboard and mouse actions for apps and games without built-in controller support.
macOS5.7$4.99 one-time - 25
QJoyPad
QJoyPad is a free Linux utility that converts gamepad or joystick input into keyboard presses and mouse actions for XWindows programs.
Free planLinux5.7Free plan