For all gaming enthusiasts out there, DS4Windows has become indispensable. After all, DS4Windows provides an unparalleled experience of PC gaming using your PS4/PS5 controller with crazy features and functionality. Be it rumble, gyroscope, or light-bar controls; DS4Windows allows you to feel it all.
You can even remap the controller, mouse, or keyboard at your convenience and be a champion in whatever game you play. It is marvelous. Right? Let us get into a little more detail now.
DS4Windows – Features at a Glance
Eager to know about the download/installation part? Just go through the features below quickly.
- Create multiple profiles with different settings for different genres of games.
- Swap profiles automatically based on the game you play.
- Remap the controller, keyboard, and mouse.
- Gyroscope modes and wireless rumble.
- Ability to set dead zones, anti-dead zones, and even lightbar controls.
- Customize the controller settings.
DS4Windows – Get it Up & Running on Windows PC
Before you proceed, you must know that DS4Windows works like a charm on Windows 10/11 PC/Laptop. As of now, the tool does not support MAC or Linux.
Step 1
Download the DS4Windows ZIP file from the link here - DS4Windows.
Step 2
- Use WinRAR or 7Zip to get the contents of the ZIP file.
- Go to the files and double-click on the DS4Windows exe file.
- The app launches directly without any installation.
- You might get a prompt to install the ViGEmBus Driver. If you do not have the driver set up, get it from the official website. Without this driver, DS4Windows cannot create virtual controllers.
- We also recommend installing a HidHide driver to prevent the infamous double input issue.
- Also, in the first launch, you are required to choose the path where you wish to save game profiles & settings. We recommend going for the App Data folder.
Step 3
Under this Step, we will establish the connection of the compatible controller with DS4Windows. You can connect through Bluetooth, USB, or a Sony Wireless Bluetooth Adapter. You can also try Delta Emulator to import your favorite iOS games. It supports games for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System, Nintendo 64, NDS, Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advance. Connect these delta emulator games to DS4Windows and Sony Controller to take full-fledged advantage of gaming.
- For USB, just connect a USB cable that supports data transfer to the Controller and the PC. You will see a Device Detected message.
- For Bluetooth, turn ON the Bluetooth on your PC and make sure the controller is in pairing mode. From the PC, select the Add Bluetooth or Other Devices option, and look for the controller. If asked to enter a PIN, it will be 0000.
- For the Sony Wireless Adaptor, make sure both the adaptor and the controller are in pairing mode, and this will connect the controller with the adaptor.
DS4Windows Not Detecting Controller - It Keeps Disconnecting (Fixed)
Chances are that you are unable to establish the connection of the controller with DS4Windows. Below could be the possible reasons.
Reason 1 > You are using a BT Adapter that is incompatible. You need to be on Bluetooth 4.0 or above.
Reason 2 > Chances are you have not put the controller in Pairing Mode. Do that and check again.
Reason 3 > If you have used the Auto ‘Add a Device’ functionality of Windows, the Controller will not work. Make sure you go to BT Settings and choose the ‘Add Bluetooth or other Devices’ option to manually add the controller to the PC.
Reason 4 > Make sure DS4Windows is running. You must tap on the Start button upon launching the app.
Reason 5 > If you are using an older version of DS4Windows, you might face issues connecting the controller. Make sure you are on the latest version of DS4Windows.
Reason 6 > Though DS4Windows supports a replica controller, it should adhere to certain norms. If those norms are not fulfilled, the controller will not work.
Final Words
In conclusion, DS4Windows is an ultimate tool that simulates the Xbox 360 environment on your PC and creates virtual Xbox controllers for the connected physical controllers to enable you to play PC games using Xbox, PS4/PS5, or Nintendo controllers. Let us know about your experience of using DS4Windows in the comments below.
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