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DS4Windows

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Two barsScore 6.4

Free tierA free tier is on its own pricing page
Open codeNo open-source code on record
Runs widely1 of 6 device platforms
DocumentedPlans, terms and facts published

DS4Windows is ranked #4 of 28 in controller mapping software on Freedom251. It runs on Windows. There is a free plan.

DS4Windows plans and pricing

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Free application Free Windows 10 or newer · .NET 8.0 Desktop Runtime · Visual C++ Redistributable · ViGEmBus driver ds4-windows.com · 30 Sept 2026

Compared on controller mapping software

Free plan: Yes
Supported platforms: Windows
Per-app profiles: Yes
Profile switching: Yes
Macro support: Yes
Keyboard and mouse remap: Yes
Virtual controller output: Yes

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The record

Purpose: DS4Windows is an open-source gamepad input mapper and virtual emulator for connecting PlayStation controllers to Windows 10/11 PCs.
Controller emulation: It can emulate Xbox 360 or DualShock 4 controllers so games recognize compatible input.
Supported controllers: Supported devices include DualShock 3/4, DualSense, DualSense Edge, Nintendo Switch Pro, Switch Joy-Con and various third-party PS4 controllers.
Input mapping: Users can remap controller inputs to keyboard, mouse, joystick, touchpad, lightbar, rumble and motion-sensor controls.
Profiles: The application supports profiles that can switch automatically when different programs are in focus.
Connectivity: Supported connection methods include Micro USB, Sony Wireless Adapter and Bluetooth 4.0 using the Microsoft Bluetooth stack.
Required driver: ViGEmBus is required to create virtual Xbox and DualShock 4 controllers.
Optional drivers: HidHide can hide controllers to prevent double input, and FakerInput exposes virtual keyboard and mouse events system-wide.
Integrations: The official build includes experimental Moonlight/Sunshine support that can be enabled in Device Options.
Steam requirement: The site instructs users to disable Steam PlayStation Configuration Support and Xbox Configuration Support when using DS4Windows.
Controller limits: Virtual DS4 controllers have rumble disabled, while DualSense adaptive triggers are supported only in limited forms.
Replica compatibility: Most replica controllers are ignored unless their vendor and product identifiers are already supported in DS4Windows code.
Security and privacy: The privacy policy says the website uses reasonable administrative, technical and physical safeguards but cannot guarantee data transmission security.
Support: The site provides installation, troubleshooting, supported-gamepad documentation and a contact form for direct support.
Price from: Free

Where it ranks on Freedom251

Best Controller Mapping Software in 2026#4 of 28
Best Game Controller Mapper Software in 2026#6 of 27

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ds4-windows.com· checked 30 Sept 2026
ds4-windows.com/about/· checked 30 Sept 2026
ds4-windows.com/supported-controllers/· checked 30 Sept 2026
ds4-windows.com/download/official/· checked 30 Sept 2026
ds4-windows.com/drivers/· checked 30 Sept 2026
ds4-windows.com/privacy-policy/· checked 30 Sept 2026