Want to play PC games with your PlayStation controller? SCPToolkit wraps Sony DualShock 3 and DualShock 4 pads for Windows games that use XInput. Its driver translates controller input so games can recognize the pad as an Xbox 360-style controller.
How does SCPToolkit make a DualShock work with XInput games?
The toolkit installs a Windows driver and an XInput wrapper for compatible DualShock 3 and DualShock 4 pads. The wrapper presents controller input in the format expected by games designed for Xbox 360 controllers.
This arrangement targets games that rely on XInput. The pad's inputs pass through the driver layer, so game support depends on whether a title recognizes that Xbox-style input.
Can a DualShock connect over Bluetooth?
SCPToolkit supports Bluetooth use with a compatible USB dongle. A DualShock 3 needs a Bluetooth 2.0-or-newer adapter with Enhanced Data Rate; DualShock 4 Bluetooth use requires version 2.1 or newer. Controllers can also connect by USB.
What should you know about SCPToolkit's driver setup?
The driver installation needs administrator rights and includes supporting components such as the .NET Framework, Visual C++ runtimes, DirectX, and the Xbox 360 Controller driver. SCPToolkit is no longer maintained, so the project does not provide ongoing fixes or developer support.
Pros
- Supports Sony DualShock 3 and DualShock 4 controllers
- Translates controller input to XInput
- Supports Bluetooth connections with a compatible USB dongle
Cons
- The project is no longer maintained, so it gets no fixes or support
System requirements: Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 · 32-bit and 64-bit
Which PlayStation controllers does SCPToolkit support?
It supports Sony DualShock 3 and DualShock 4 controllers.
Why does SCPToolkit use XInput?
It translates DualShock input into Xbox 360-style XInput so compatible games can recognize the controller.
Can SCPToolkit connect controllers wirelessly?
Yes. It supports Bluetooth connections through a compatible USB dongle.