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Gamepad Mapper
What it is
Gamepad Mapper lets you control a Mac and its applications with a gamepad or joystick by mapping controller inputs to mouse, keyboard, and system actions. Mouse mappings cover cursor movement, clicks, scrolling, dragging, and double-clicks, with adjustable cursor and scroll speed. Keyboard mappings can assign keys, repeat presses, and use F1–F12. Listed system actions include playback, volume, mute, brightness, Mission Control, App Exposé, desktop switching, and Show Desktop. Mappings can trigger multiple commands at once, and macro support is listed. Supported controllers include Xbox Series X, PS5, Nintendo Switch Pro, Xbox One, DualShock 4 and 3, Xbox 360, Logitech, and SteelSeries Nimbus models, among others. It works over USB or Bluetooth, with an adjustable axis dead zone, light and dark modes, and an option to enable the last active configuration when a controller connects. It requires macOS 12.0 or later. The app has a free download with in-app purchases; the listed All Access plan is ₹299 a month.
For and against
For
- Maps mouse, keyboard, and system controls
- Supports USB and Bluetooth controllers
- Offers adjustable cursor and scroll speed
- Includes macro support and combined mappings
Against
- Requires macOS 12.0 or later
- For Mac only
- Some features require in-app purchases
The verdict
Gamepad Mapper provides configurable controller mappings for Mac input and system actions. Its platform requirement and in-app purchases are worth considering before choosing it.
Who it suits
It suits Mac users who want to operate applications or system controls with a gamepad or joystick. It may also fit users who want configurable mouse, keyboard, or macro mappings.
Plans and prices
Free app
Free download; in-app purchases
Read 7 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Brightness Controls
In-app purchase; listing does not state billing frequency
Read 7 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Function Key
In-app purchase; listing does not state billing frequency
Read 7 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
System Conveniences
In-app purchase; listing does not state billing frequency
Read 7 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
All Access - Monthly
Unlocks listed add-ons and features for unlimited use in the app
Read 7 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Xbox SeriesX Controller Driver
In-app purchase; listing does not state billing frequency
Read 7 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Auto Enable Configuration
In-app purchase; listing does not state billing frequency
Read 7 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Mappings Combination Function
In-app purchase; listing does not state billing frequency
Read 7 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
PS5 Controller Driver
In-app purchase; listing does not state billing frequency
Read 7 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
On the record
- Appearance and configuration
- The listing includes light and dark modes and an option to auto-enable the last active configuration when a gamepad connects.apps.apple.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Combined mappings
- The listing says multiple commands can be triggered simultaneously through its mappings combination feature.apps.apple.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Compatibility
- The App Store listing says the app requires macOS 12.0 or later and is for Mac only.apps.apple.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Connections
- The app supports USB and Bluetooth connections and allows adjustment of the axis dead zone.apps.apple.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Developer/about
- The App Store identifies Takahide Noro as developer, and DEHIXLAB describes itself as an iOS and macOS developer with over 15 years of software development experience.dehixlab.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Keyboard controls
- Users can assign keyboard keys, repeat key presses and use function keys F1–F12.apps.apple.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Mouse controls
- Mappings can control cursor movement, clicks, scrolling, dragging and double-clicking, with adjustable cursor and scroll speed.apps.apple.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Privacy disclosure
- Apple's listing reports the developer indicated that the app does not collect data; Apple says this information has not been verified by Apple.apps.apple.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Privacy policy
- The developer's policy says requested personally identifiable information is retained on the device, while third-party services may collect identifying information and error log data.dehixlab.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- The app lets users control a Mac and its applications with a gamepad or joystick by simulating mouse and keyboard inputs.apps.apple.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Security
- The developer's privacy policy says it strives to use commercially acceptable means to protect personal information but cannot guarantee absolute security.dehixlab.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- Supported controllers
- The listing names Xbox Series X, PS5, Nintendo Switch Pro, Xbox One, DualShock 4, DualShock 3, Xbox 360, Logitech and SteelSeries Nimbus controllers, among others.apps.apple.com · read 7 Oct 2026
- System controls
- The app lists playback controls, volume, mute, brightness, Mission Control, App Exposé, desktop switching and Show Desktop.apps.apple.com · read 7 Oct 2026
