JoyShockMapper v3.6.1 – Windows Installation

JoyShockMapper is a controller mapping utility that allows you to customize gamepad controls, configure motion controls, and map controller inputs to keyboard and mouse actions. Version 3.6.1 is distributed as a ZIP archive and does not require a traditional software installer.

Installation Instructions

1. Download JoyShockMapper: Obtain the JoyShockMapper_x64.zip archive.
2. Extract the ZIP file: Right-click the downloaded ZIP file and select Extract All, or use 7-Zip to extract its contents.
3. Choose a folder: Extract the files to a permanent location, such as C:\JoyShockMapper.
4. Launch the program: Open the extracted folder and run JoyShockMapper.exe.
5. Connect your controller: Connect a compatible controller, such as a Joy-Con, Nintendo Switch Pro Controller, or supported PlayStation controller.
6. Configure controls: Use JoyShockMapper's configuration files and commands to customize button mappings, gyro aiming, and other controller settings.

First Launch and Controller Setup

1. Connect your controller using USB or Bluetooth.
2. Start JoyShockMapper.exe.
3. A console window should appear, displaying the JoyShockMapper welcome message.
4. Enter commands directly into the console to assign controller buttons to keyboard keys or configure gyro aiming.

Additional information:

• The included GyroConfigs folder contains example configurations and templates for different game types.
• You can create OnStartup.txt to automatically load settings whenever JoyShockMapper starts.
• Configuration files can also be loaded by dragging and dropping them into the JoyShockMapper console.

Version 3.6.1 improvements: This release fixes crashes involving simultaneous button presses and command actions, improves overlapping input handling, and corrects the Scroll Wheel stick mode.

For more information, see the JoyShockMapper documentation on GitHub.