How to Use Your Gaming Controllers With Your Computer?

Introduction:

Gaming controllers are a great way to make your gaming experience more immersive and fun. But what if you want to use them with your computer? Can you do that? And if you can, how do you go about it? In this article, we’ll show you how to use your gaming controllers with your computer.

Intro

You may think that your Xbox One or PS4 controller will always stay faithful to the console it’s paired with, but that’s not always the case. Thanks to the wonders of Bluetooth and other wireless technologies, you can actually use these input devices with Windows and macOS as well—and the setup isn’t too difficult either. If you’re looking for an upgrade for your laptop or desktop gaming experience, or just a change, here’s how to connect Xbox, PlayStation, or Nintendo controllers up to a PC or Mac.

Connecting to Windows

Connecting your gaming controllers to your PC is a breeze. Simply plug your controller into your PC via USB, and you're good to go. You can connect up to eight controllers at once, or four with chat headsets, or two with stereo headsets. If you prefer the freedom of wireless, you can try Bluetooth. Though you need a newer version of the controller—the one launched with the Xbox One S, with a headphone jack. Once connected, you should be able to use your controller just like you would on your console.

Connecting to macOS

If you want to use your PlayStation 4 controller on your Mac, your best bet is to purchase the Official PS4 DualShock 4 USB Adapter. It's the easiest way to do it, and it's also the most expensive. However, if you're not interested in spending $60 on an adapter, you do have other options. You can use a wired controller by attaching the DualShock 4 to your Mac with a microUSB cable, or you can use a wireless controller with no extra software required. To check if your controller is working, open the Apple menu, choose System Report, and then USB. There should be a "Wireless Controller" entry even though it's actually wired.

Conclusion:

Whether you're a PC gamer who wants to use an Xbox or PlayStation controller instead of the default keyboard and mouse setup, or you just want to use your controller to play games on your computer, we've got you covered. In this guide, we'll show you how to connect your gaming controllers to both Windows and macOS, and we'll also recommend some of our favorite PC games that are better with a controller.