PS4 Remote Play: Using the DualShock. Since Windows does not have native support for the DS4, you will have to trick it into thinking you are using an Xbox 360 controller, which it does support. Hey guys my name is Scoby and in todays video I am going to be showing you how to use an xbox 360 controller on your PS4. This is going to be a nice quick an. PS4 Remote Play will now detect your Xbox One controller as a PS4 controller. I tested this on a Windows 10 PC with an Xbox One S controller connected through bluetooth. I assume it would work regardless how the controller is connected. To play games on Windows PC using PS4 connector, you require an Xbox 360 emulator that will take your PS4 controller as Xbox controller. The emulator is a necessary thing which allows you to use a PS4 controller with Windows PC. You have two options in terms of 3 rd party Xbox 360 emulators which includes DS4Windows and Steam.

Once you have found all the required files it’s very easy to use your Xbox One controller for PS4 Remote Play. This short guide will share with you how to do this for free without buying any software or hardware adapters. I have used both the official Xbox One controller and the Amazon Basics wired Xbox One controller with Remote Play using these settings. It’s a pain to have both Xbox One and PS4 controllers for game streaming at my desk. I bought a cheap Amazon Basics Xbox One Controller so I wouldn’t have to go get my controllers from my game room every time I want to stream a game to my office computer or bedroom laptop.

I take no credit for developing this software but because of the confusing amount of outdated information and the frustration from all the dead links I encountered I have chosen to upload and mirror the files for ease. Please be sure to check the “official links” for any updates.

You will require these two programs:

ViGEm (Virtual Gamepad Emulation Framework): This is a Windows driver that can imitate gamepad devices

VDX: This is an app that translates Xbox One controller inputs into PS4 controller inputs

Step 1 Connect your controller:

Just connect your controller as you would normally.

Step 2 Install ViGEm:

Download ViGEm from https://github.com/ViGEm/ViGEmBus/releases

You only really need one file so scroll down to the assets section of the latest release and download just the file labeled “ViGEmBus_Setup_1.16.115.exe” or whatever the newest release is.

After you’ve downloaded it just install it normally. After installation you’re done with this.

Step 3 Get VDX:

Download VDX from https://downloads.vigem.org/other/paraly/

One password x chrome. look for the file “VDX_v1.14.3.0_x64_x86_GPDWinEdition.zip” or whatever the newest release is.

Basically just unzip the file using 7zip or whatever you like. There is nothing to install like the other program. Just open the file labeled “VDX_x64.exe” or the other one if you’re only on a 32 bit system. I would also suggest pinning this to the start menu or creating a shortcut on your desktop next to your PS4 Remote Play app.

Step 4 Set the Emulation Type to DualShock 4 Controller:

Just select DualShock 4 Controller from the Emulation type drop down menu.

And then click connect. After you click connect the the button should then change to a disconnect button. You are now connected.

Step 5 (Optional) Disable Xbox Game Bar via Controller:

If you have the Xbox game bar installed it will open the Xbox Game Bar when you press the Xbox button on the Xbox controller. This can be kind of nice as it gives you all the capture options and access to basically everything else that the Xbox Game Bar has to offer. A lot of capture options are inaccessible during Remote Play so this can be a workaround for that. However it does mean that you will need to use the mouse to click the PS button on the remote play window. If you want to press the Xbox button on the controller and have it work as the PS button you will need to disable this shortcut.

Open game bar by pressing the Xbox button or pressing Win+G

Click on the “Settings gear”

Click on shortcuts and un-check the box next to “Open Xbox Game Bar using Xbox Button on a controller.

You can always get back to Xbox Game Bar with Win+G.

Step 6 (Optional) Disable Y-Axis inversion to enable?!?:

If you are awesome like me you probably prefer to play with Y-Axis inverted. If you like to invert your Y-Axis you probably have your Y-Axis inverted in all your game settings. The PS4 Remote Play app will leave your Y-Axis Inverted and if you Game Stream with Xbox or Xcloud you probably have the Y-Axis inverted there as well.

DOUBLE INVERTED! So basically, if you’re inverted in both apps you’re Y-Axis is just normal. So you’ll need to disable one of them. I think it’s best to disable Y-Axis inversion in the Xbox accessories app because it’s easy to find and do this on a computer and it doesn’t disrupt the settings on either console.

Open the Xbox Accessories app. Find your controller and click configure.

Click on the profile you want to use and click on Edit. (Also you can make another profile here to make setting up easier).

Un-check Invert right stick Y axis.

Once you have done this you will only have your Y-Axis inverted from the PlayStation.

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Did you get any awesome gaming gear this holiday season — a PS4 or Xbox One under your tree? Or maybe Aunt Marge and Grandpa Smithers made your day with a pile of gift cards instead. Regardless of your platform of preference, you can always improve your gaming experience with some snazzy new accessories. And if you can subsidize your upgrades with all those gift cards burning a hole in your pocket, even better.

Today, let’s take a look at eight of the very best ways to enhance your time spent gaming in 2015. Whether you have $5 or $500 to spend, there’s something here for everyone. Even if you’re still playing on a PS3 or Xbox 360, you’re still bound to find something here that catches your eye.

Now, let’s jump in, and find the perfect accessory to fit your needs.

Analog stick covers

Xbox Like Controller For Ps4

I like the DualShock 4 a lot, but my rubber grips are falling apart one measly year into the PS4’s lifespan. Instead of buying a new controller or tearing up my thumbs on plastic, I invested in some analog stick covers for less than $5. They work like a charm, and fit just about any controller on the market. I whole-heartedly recommend picking up a few of these for any well-loved controller in your life — especially the controllers for older consoles.

Capture equipment

Xbox 360 Controller Ps4 Remote Play

Recently, I wrote up a post showing off how to capture and stream video from the PS4. Sony’s built-in solution is nothing to sneeze at, but you’re definitely going to want some dedicated gear if you want to output high-quality video. Personally, I use Elgato’s Game Capture HD60 for 1080p60 game capture, and it works seamlessly. It will work with any unencrypted HDMI signal, so Xbox One and Xbox 360 users can join in the fun as well. PS3 and legacy console users should stick with the older Game Capture HD for the analog ports, though.

Remote Play

Remote Play has been an incredible bullet point for the PS4, and it’s the number one reason why I continue to invest in Sony’s ecosystem. With a $80 PlayStation TV or $200 Vita, you can play full-fledged console games wherever you are. Whether you’re in front of the big screen, curled up in bed, or playing some Peggle at the office, Remote Play is worth investing in for the convenience factor alone.

Headset

If you’re playing an online multiplayer game, you need a headset. Communication is key for strategy and tactics, and nobody wants to be the only one without the ability to chat. This HyperX headset from Kingston is a superb cross-platform solution, but there are countless high-quality headsets available on every major platform. Sony’s PlayStation Gold headset is excellent for the PS4 and PS3, and Microsoft’s Xbox One headset works perfectly for voice chat — no need for Kinect.

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