DS5 Mapper

DS5 Mapper is a free utility that turns DualSense controls into keyboard and mouse input, including gyro-driven cursor movement. It is best suited to players who want to use a PS5 controller with League of Legends’ WASD mode or another game that accepts keyboard and mouse input.

Overview

The app reads DualSense input through SDL2 and synthesizes keyboard and mouse events at the operating-system level with pynput. Because it does not inject input into a game process, its maker describes the approach as Vanguard-compatible. That may matter to players wary of process-level input methods, but it does not guarantee compatibility: the game still needs to accept standard keyboard and mouse input.

Connect the controller by USB or Bluetooth before launching DS5 Mapper. The available release is v1.0-beta for macOS and Windows, so users should be prepared for beta software. Its MIT license is a plus for people who value permissive open-source software, though building from source requires Python 3.10 or later, Git, and Homebrew on macOS.

Key features

• Broad button mapping: Every DualSense input can be assigned to a keyboard key, mouse button, macOS virtual keycode, or special key. This flexibility suits players adapting a controller to games designed for keyboard and mouse, rather than those seeking native gamepad support.
• Gyro aim: Yaw and roll move the mouse cursor, with cutoff and tiered smoothing to shape the response. The design gives players more control over cursor movement than a fixed gyro mapping, while still depending on whether gyro aiming suits the game and player.
• Calibration and drift handling: Calibration persists between launches and can be redone in the app. A stale-data watchdog and continuous signal-stability bias correction are intended to reduce cursor runaway and drift, useful for players who rely on gyro control over longer sessions.
• USB or Bluetooth connection: Either connection method is supported, but the controller must be connected before the app starts. Users who expect to connect or switch controllers after launch may find that sequence restrictive.

Pricing

DS5 Mapper is free: the DS5 Mapper plan costs nothing and is MIT licensed, with macOS and Windows downloads. There is no paid tier to unlock additional mappings or platform support, making it a straightforward option for players who want this specific DualSense-to-keyboard-and-mouse conversion without a subscription.

The trade-off is the beta release and the setup burden. On macOS, the unsigned app requires a one-time Gatekeeper bypass plus Accessibility and Input Monitoring permissions. On Windows, SmartScreen may block the unsigned app; the README directs users to choose Run anyway. Those steps are manageable for users comfortable changing operating-system security settings, but less suitable for anyone who wants a signed, conventionally installed utility.

Platforms

DS5 Mapper supports macOS and Windows and reads input from the DualSense controller, including gyro sensor data. On macOS, permission setup is part of using keyboard and mouse output; Windows users may encounter a SmartScreen warning. The app does not support every game by virtue of its platform coverage: a title must read keyboard and mouse input for the mapping approach to work.

Who it's for

Choose DS5 Mapper if you have a DualSense, want to play League of Legends in WASD mode or use a controller with another keyboard-and-mouse game, and value detailed button mapping with gyro cursor control. It is a particularly relevant fit when avoiding game-process injection matters. Look elsewhere if you need a stable, non-beta release, native gamepad behavior, or a setup that avoids unsigned-app warnings and permissions.

Pros and cons

• Pro: Every DualSense input is configurable. Assignments can target keyboard keys, mouse buttons, macOS virtual keycodes, or special keys, giving players room to build a layout around a specific game.
• Pro: Gyro controls include calibration and drift safeguards. Persistent calibration, smoothing options, and signal-stability measures address practical issues with gyro-driven cursor movement.
• Pro: Free on both supported desktop platforms. The free plan includes macOS and Windows downloads under the MIT license.
• Con: The release is beta. Players who prioritize a mature, finished utility may prefer a more established option.
• Con: Initial setup has security friction. macOS requires a Gatekeeper bypass and input permissions; Windows may present a SmartScreen warning.
• Con: The game must accept keyboard and mouse input. DS5 Mapper is not a general substitute for games that require native controller support.

Alternatives

For a broader set of options, browse the Game Controller Mapper Software directory. Pick Monect PC Remote Play instead if you want core PC remote-control features across Android, iOS, macOS, web, and Windows; its free plan is available, while Premium is ad-free with higher feature limits and a 12 Months plan is 12.00 CNY.

GameFlow may fit better if you want a free, open-source beta with Windows, Linux, and macOS archives, rather than DS5 Mapper’s DualSense-focused keyboard-and-mouse conversion. AntiMicroX is another free desktop application, for Linux and Windows, under GPL v3.0. ControllerBuddy is a free, open-source GNU GPL v3.0 option for Linux and Windows.

Consider LEA Extended Input if Android and iOS support alongside Windows matters; its clients and server are free. DS4Windows is a Windows-only free application with requirements including Windows 10 or newer, .NET 8.0 Desktop Runtime, Visual C++ Redistributable, and ViGEmBus driver. FlexInput is a free MIT-licensed option for Windows 10/11 (x64). If you use Linux, Input Remapper offers free Linux input-device remapping under GPL-3.0.

Verdict

DS5 Mapper is a strong fit for DualSense owners who want customizable keyboard-and-mouse controls, especially gyro aim, for games such as League of Legends’ WASD mode. Its broad mapping and zero price are the main reasons to choose it; the beta status and operating-system security steps are the main reasons to look elsewhere.