What is DS4 Windows for?

Welcome to DS4Windows

DualShock4Windows is a portable program that allows you to get the best experience while using a PS4 Controller (or any of the supported gamepads) on your PC. By associating your connected controller to one fully re-mappable virtual Xbox 360 or DualShock 4 gamepad, many more games are accessible.

What is the point of DS4 Windows?

DS4Windows is an open-source gamepad input mapper and virtual emulator designed to use and connect your PlayStation controller (DualShock 3/4 and DualSense 5) to a Windows 10 & 11 PC. Get the best gaming experience with state of the art features, gamepad customization and less input latency on a PS3/PS4/PS5 Controller.

Is DS4 Windows required?

Yes, you still need it to avoid double-input issues in some games. The big issue I have with Steam is that even though you check "PS controller support", it then turns it into an X360 controller.

What is DS4 controller for?

You can use your wireless controller to play games streamed from your PS5™ console or PS4™ console to your compatible device using the PS Remote Play app. Your wireless controller can also be used to play games that support DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controllers.

Does DS4 Windows affect FPS?

I found out that DS4windows gives fps drop and stuttering :: Dying Light General Discussions.

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Is DS4 good for PC gaming?

The DualShock 4 is a great controller, but it's designed specifically for the Sony PlayStation 4. That means, at least on paper, that it's not meant to be used with PC games. Fear not, since PCs are such powerful and flexible systems, you can get nearly any peripheral to work on them with a little effort.

Does DS4 work as mouse?

If you plan to use PS4 controller as mouse, you need to rely on InputMapper or DS4Windows. Just download and install it on your PC. Start InputMapper. When you connect a DualShock controller, a popup will appear asking for configuration.

Does DS4 Windows increase input lag?

Not only that, DS4Windows also sends data back to the controller related to the rumble, lightbar, triggers (DualSense only) etc. When these changes occur, if the Bluetooth adapter can't keep up with the required data rate then the user may suffer with high input delay or even connection loss.

Do you still need DS4?

Usually using Steam Input along DS4Windows is not necessary and the user will have no problems with just using DS4Windows default configuration and disabling every Steam remapping function as instructed in this page.

Why are DS4 still expensive?

manufacturing and part cost.

They want to make as much on a product as possible and they keep selling so even if it doesn't cost as much to make as it used to. So there is no reason at the moment to price them lower.

Should I use DS4Windows or Steam?

Usually using Steam Input along DS4Windows is not necessary and the user will have no problems with just using DS4Windows default configuration and disabling every Steam remapping function as instructed in this page.

How long does DS4 last?

How long should a PS4 controller last? Last in what way? Last on battery? My DS4 lasts 10-12 hours.

Why can't i uninstall DS4 Windows?

Step 1: Press Win + R to open the Run dialog, type %appdata% into the box and click OK. Step 2: In the Roaming folder, locate the DS4Windows folder and delete it. Besides, if you create a shortcut, delete it from your PC. That is how to uninstall DS4Windows and its related drivers from your Windows 10/11 PC manually.

Is DS4 controller good?

The DualShock 4 is, in our opinion, the best controller for most PS4 players. It provides many great features at a lower price point than many other controllers on the market. Unfortunately, because it's an official first-party controller, the price reflects the manufacturer.

Can you use DS4 Windows without Bluetooth?

You can connect your PS4 controller to a PC using a micro-USB cable or wirelessly via Bluetooth. With a USB, you can connect to your PC via Steam or DS4 Windows Utility. If your PC supports Bluetooth, you can pair and connect your controller wirelessly.

What features does the DS4 have?

The DualShock 4 features the following buttons: PS button, SHARE button, OPTIONS button, directional buttons, action buttons (triangle, circle, cross, square), shoulder buttons (R1/L1), triggers (R2/L2), analog stick click buttons (L3/R3), and a touch pad click button.

Is there a better program than DS4?

Xpadder. Xpadder is one of the best game emulators providing the freedom to use its gamepad. It doesn't matter what type of peripheral used through Xpadder; you can mount the keys in line with the game and offer the same experience as Joystick.

Does DS4 charge the controller?

The controller battery charges when you connect the controller to your PS4™ system with a USB cable. The system must be turned on or in rest mode. The charge level of the battery appears on-screen when you press and hold the PS button.

Does higher fps reduce input lag?

Displaying more frames per second reduces the delay between inputting a command and seeing its result on the screen, shaving valuable milliseconds off input lag.

Does ds4 cause stick drift?

Sony's PlayStation 4 DualShock 4 controller is no exception to the stick drift issue that plagues modern gaming. Luckily, not all hope is lost. Sometimes foreign debris and buildup can gunk up a stick, causing it to drift. In this case, the solution is simple.

Does DS4 Windows work with any controller?

Can I emulate other controllers besides Xbox and DS4? DS4Windows is limited to the types of virtual controller the ViGEmBus driver can create, and for now it can only spawn virtual Xbox and DS4 controllers.

Can I use my phone as DS4 controller?

Install [PS Remote Play] on your mobile device, such as an Android™ smartphone or tablet, iPhone digital mobile device, or iPad digital mobile device, and then connect to your PS4 console.

Does DS4 have motion controls?

DualShock 4 (DS4) or DualSense (DS5)

Cemu supports the motion control capabilities within the DualShock 4 and DualSense natively by setting the API to the SDLController API on Windows.