Alternatives to SC Controller
A Linux user-mode driver, mapper and GTK 4 interface for the Steam Controller and other gamepads. The listings below can replace it for an important use case. Each note says what changes if you switch.
The original
SC Controller
A Linux user-mode driver, mapper and GTK 4 interface for the Steam Controller and other gamepads.
Replacements
Listings that take over the same core job as SC Controller.
reWASD
Remaps controllers to keyboard input and builds macros mixing gamepad and mouse.
reWASD runs only on Windows and is paid, adding a community config library and macros that mix gamepad, mouse and keyboard mappings.
JoyToKey
Maps gamepad buttons and sticks to keyboard and mouse input for unsupported apps.
JoyToKey is Windows shareware that maps gamepad buttons and sticks to keyboard and mouse input, with limits until purchased and no Steam Controller driver.
Similar software
Related functionality, not a direct replacement.
x360ce
Makes any controller emulate an Xbox 360 gamepad for legacy game support.
Handheld Companion
A touch-optimized Windows utility for controller emulation, motion controls and tuning on handheld gaming PCs.
Steam
Valve's PC gaming platform and client for buying, installing and playing games, with community features.
DualSenseX
Windows utility that customizes PlayStation controller triggers, lighting, and haptics.
