JoyShockMapper
7.2#4 in controller mapping softwareFree planFree planLinuxSelf-hostedWindows
VisitJoyShockMapper vs PadLink
What both publish
| Fact | JoyShockMapper | PadLink |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | JoyShockMapper maps game controller input to keyboard, mouse, or virtual controller events for playing PC games. | PadLink turns controllers macOS does not recognize into standard gamepad or keyboard-and-mouse input for games. |
JoyShockMapper plans
- Free/open-source JoyShockMapperFree
- JoyShockMapperFree
PadLink plans
- StandardFree
- Pro$2.99, paid once
Pick JoyShockMapper if…
JoyShockMapper suits PC players who want to map supported controllers to keyboard, mouse, or virtual controller inputs. It may interest players who want gyro controls or flick stick aiming.
Pick PadLink if…
PadLink suits people who want to use controllers macOS does not recognize for games, or map game input to keyboard and mouse. Its phone companion is for users with a computer running PadLink and a phone on the same local network.