Transform your Android device into a versatile controller for your PC games! This app lets you use your phone as a joystick, steering wheel, gamepad, mouse, or keyboard for nearly all PC games (99%).
Pre-built skins are available for popular titles including Red Bull Air Race, Minecraft, Counter-Strike, World of Tanks, and Microsoft Flight Simulator, among many others.
Key Features:
- True Plug-and-Play: The app emulates a real joystick, recognized by your PC as a standard input device.
- Keyboard & Mouse Emulation: Control your games using keyboard and mouse functions as well.
- Fully Customizable Skins: Modify existing skins or create your own using XML, PNG, and MP3 files for a personalized gaming experience.
- Multiplayer Support: Enjoy multiplayer gaming with enhanced compatibility.
Quick Start Guide:
- Install the PocketGamepad Server: Download and install the server software for your PC from http://www.pgpad.com/downloads/server/PocketGamepadSetup.exe.
- Install the Mobile App: Install the PocketGamepad app on your Android device.
- Connect: Launch both the server and the app. On your phone, go to Menu > Connect, then tap Search. Select the server from the list and tap Connect.
- Select a Skin: Navigate to Menu > Skins (Games), choose your preferred skin, and tap Play.
Skin Customization:
- Select Skin: Choose the skin you wish to modify.
- Edit Skin: Go to Menu > Edit Skin.
- Customize Buttons: Select the button you want to customize.
- Save & Finish: Use Menu > Save As to save changes, and Menu > Finish Editing when complete.
Important Note: For optimal control, ensure the PC game window is in focus (not minimized or in the background).
Skin XML Schema Documentation: http://www.pgpad.com/downloads/doc/xml_schema.pdf
### What's New in Version 3.7 (Updated Jan 9, 2020)
- Added skins for Minecraft, Counter-Strike, and World of Tanks.
- All skins have been redesigned for improved performance.
- Enhanced connection stability.
- The menu button now displays WiFi connection quality.
- Added multiplayer game support.
- New menu interface.