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What's the advantage of using virtual controllers? On default settings, the virtual controller is a Xbox 360 to ensure maximum game compatibility and it replicates the movements done by the real controller as if the user were directly using it. Emulated / Virtual controller? What is this?Īs the name suggests, it's a fake / virtual / non-physical controller.ĭS4Windows cannot "transform" the real controller you are using from one type to another, so instead it associates it to a new virtual controller in the system from the desired type. Though it's possible to change to DS4 emulation in the profile settings, KEEP IN MIND THAT MOST GAMES DO NOT DIRECTLY SUPPORT DS4 CONTROLLERS AND XBOX EMULATION IS REQUIRED!įor some more info on games not recognizing DS4 controllers, check the games not recognizing DS4 controllers troubleshooting page. On default settings DS4Windows is set to emulate Xbox controllers since most games support only this type. What matters is the type of controller emulation set on the currently active profile (Virtual Controller Settings). When using DS4Windows, the real controller that you are using is mostly of no importance. GIF showcasing DS4Windows virtual controller in action Mapping the controllers motion sensors to control the mouse, sticks etc.Playing games that do not support gamepads by controlling the PC's keyboard and mouse.Using your DS4 via Bluetooth in games that only recognize DS4 controllers connected via USB (Wired v1 DS4 emulation).The virtual controller is fully configurable: its buttons and sticks can be remapped to other buttons/sticks or entirely disable, their behavior tweaked, special functions configured etc.

It's possible to emulate either a Xbox or DS4 gamepad, but keep in mind that most games do not support DS4 controllers in any way, requiring Xbox emulation.

Using your gamepad in games that support (for example) only Xbox controllers.

How does this program works? Newbie explanationĭS4Windows works by remapping the user's "real" gamepad into a new, virtual / "fake" / emulated gamepad (check the GIF below) or by directly mapping the real gamepad to the user's keyboard and mouse. As long as it is detected by DS4Windows, you'll be using them as either a Xbox or DS4 gamepad via gamepad emulation. Keep in mind that the real controller you are using is not that important for game compatibility. The Supported Gamepads page will better answer this question for you. How to check which architecture I'm runningįrequently Asked Questions Does DS4Windows supports only PS4 controllers? Headphone or mic related issues when using supported gamepads "Could not open (controller) exclusively" / Hide DS4 controllers option not working Games not recognizing the virtual controller (under construction)Ĭontroller not behaving correctly in-game Virtual controller usage in games and related issuesĭS4Windows not creating virtual controllers Ways to check if a controller has been detected by Windows Physical controller detection, connection and related issues Troubleshooting tips and general directionsĭS4Windows silently does not open, crashes, does not start or fails to save settings Running DS4Windows under a custom ".exe" name Uninstalling DS4Windows and related drivers Installation and User Dataīacking up, restoring or deleting user data and settings Preventing the double controller / double input issue in games Starting point, general info and directionsĬonnecting controllers to the PC and DS4Windows

Why does my speakers / headphones audio stop working when I connect my controller to the PC? Will DS4Windows add suport for DS4/DualSense's headphone jack when connected via the standard Windows Bluetooth? What's the differences between using a controller with DS4Windows and using it with Steam Input?Ĭan I use the headphone jack port of a DS4 or DualSense controller on a PC? Why isn't rumble working when doing DS4 emulation? I did not find how to solve my issue on the site, how do I request for direct support? I'm having some kind of issue, how do I solve it? If DS4W creates a new gamepad on my system doesn't this means I end-up with 2 controllers, the real and the virtual?Ĭan I emulate other controllers besides Xbox and DS4?

Why would I emulate a DS4 controller if I'm already using one? Why games think I'm using a Xbox controller?Įmulated / Virtual controller? What is this? Does DS4Windows supports only PS4 controllers?