Key points
- The Sixaxis controller is an earlier variant of the DualShock 3 controller, lacking force feedback. See Sixaxis.
- DualShock 3 Controllers can be used either wired with a USB Mini-B cable or wireless with newer Bluetooth dongles that support Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR.
- Newer Bluetooth dongles are backwards compatible with Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR.
PS3 Controller on Windows
- Uninstall MotioninJoy and Better DS3 if either are currently installed. See Removing MotionInJoy.
- The central Home button will act as an XInput Guide button.
Step One
Step Two
- Do not erase the ScpServer folder after installing the wrapper, if needed it can be hidden instead.
- Uncheck the Bluetooth Driver checkbox if the controller is being used through a wire.
- Follow these steps in the right order, choose the appropriate system from the list.
Bluetooth Dongle
- Other Bluetooth devices cannot be used while the DualShock 3 Bluetooth driver is installed.
Setting Up
- Install the DualShock 3 drivers first before installing the Bluetooth drivers. See PS3 Controller on Windows.
- Certain browser extensions may interfere with the download page, disable them if needed.
Step One
Step Two
- Other drivers can easily be replaced with a misclick, follow each step precisely.
- To see the name of the device again push ⊞ Win+R and type control printers then push OK. Plug the dongle again and check the name of the last device that was connected.
Bluetooth Driver Removal
- If the instructions didn't work then remove the Bluetooth drivers and try something else.
- If the device manager asks to restart select No.
PS3 Controller on OS X
PS3 Controller on Linux
Hardware
- All controllers that can be paired and work with regular PlayStation 3 should work, including third party ones.
- Has switch on side of adapter, allowing for both XInput and DirectInput modes natively. XInput should work with regular drivers, for rumble to work with DirectInput mode, drivers needs to be downloaded manufacturers website.
- Can connect one controller in XInput Mode and four controllers in DirectInput Mode.
- Includes turbo mode. Pressing "PlayStation" and button toggles turbo for that button. To disable turbo for all buttons press PlayStation button twice quickly.
Issues fixed
Controller no longer detected or working (Windows)
Playing with multiple PlayStation 3 Controllers on Windows
- Set up the Xbox 360 Controller Emulator, then play the desired multiplayer game with multiple controllers, such as Lego Marvel Super Heroes.
Games with DualShock button prompts
- Please note, that this is only list for games that offer DualShock button prompts.
- Some may require use of DualShock 4, which right now isn't possible to emulate. Refer to game-specific articles for details.
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Other information
Removing MotionInJoy
- Due to the way MotionInJoy behaves a full reformat is advised instead. The following steps could potentially harm Windows, backup any important files before following these instructions.
- MotionInJoy should be always treated as malware due to its odd and overall harmful behaviour. It can often trigger BSODs, crashes and other major system issues.
References