DroidJoy Gamepad Joystick Lite
August 09, 2024
More About DroidJoy Gamepad Joystick Lite
*Server supports now XInput and DInput emulation*
*DroidJoy server 2.0.1. works on Windows 7 and above*
Before installing the app
1. Download the DroidJoy server software from https://grill2010.github.io/droidJoy.html#download
2. Install and start the server on your PC (If you have any problems, don't hesitate to contact me)
3. Be sure that your server and your Smartphone are in the same network. If you intend to use Bluetooth, be sure your PC is set to visible.
4. Start the DroidJoy app. Navigate to the "Connect" window and click "Search server".
Windows 10 1903 problem:
DInput is no longer supported in the server version 2.1.0. If you still need to use DInput you must use the DroidJoy server version 2.0.4 and you must have installed an older Windows version than Windows 10 build 1903.
With DroidJoy you can use your Android Smartphone as PC Joystick / Controller. Almost every game is supported due DInput and XInput emulation. Play games like GTA V, Call of Duty, Need for Speed, Sonic Mania, GTA San Andreas, Counter Strike and many more.
If you have any problems with the installation of the server, don't hesitate to contact me. I will reply as soon as possible.
!Be sure the DroidJoy server is running when you start your game or emulator. The game may not recognize gamepads which are plugged in during its runtime. In this case, simply restart your game!
For further information, please have a look at
General information
• https://github.com/grill2010/DroidJoy_Server/wiki
FAQ
• https://github.com/grill2010/DroidJoy_Server/wiki/FAQ
Server Tutorial
• https://github.com/grill2010/DroidJoy_Server/wiki/DroidJoy-Server-Tutorial
How to install the DroidJoy server
• https://youtu.be/jCHxhcYih1Y
Description
DroidJoy turns your Android Smartphone in a real gamepad device for your Windows PC. It offers many controller configuration possibilities, so that you can use it for multiple game genres. DroidJoy is not a simple Keyboard Mouse emulator, it is a real gamepad. The driver and the server are available for Windows 7 and above. The server can handle up to 4 DroidJoy Clients so that you can easily play multiplayer games with your friends by using only your Smartphones.
All you need is the DroidJoy server software, which you can download from the official website for free:
https://grill2010.github.io/droidJoy.html#download
If you receive some warnings from Windows or your Firewall, please don't worry.
The server has been tested on Windows Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10. If you have any problems with the installation of the server please feel free to contact me at f.grill160@gmail.com.
Requirements
- Running DroidJoy server on your PC
- Android version 5.0 (Lollipop) or higher
Version 2.0
- Real gamepad emulation
* Multi Client support
* Up to 14 Buttons (limited in the lite version)
* G-Sensor support
* Buttons, volume keys, d-pad, left/ right joystick
* Use WiFi or Bluetooth connection
- X-Box 360 controller emulation with native XInput driver
- Gamepad layout configuration
* Customization of template layouts
- Easy connection Setup
Information
- If you want to connect more than one Smartphone with your PC, you have to configure the same amount of virtual gamepads in the server application.
Note: It can have several reasons if your game doesn't recognize the virtual gamepad as input device. Some new games just support X-Box gamepads and won't work with DInput gamepads. If you want to play a game which only supports PC-X-Box gamepads, you have to configure the DroidJoy server to emulate XInput devices.
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August 09, 2024
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User Reviews
Jason Lowinger
4 years ago
It definatly works, I can control my pc games with my phone. When I lost wifi connection on my phone, the joypad would disconnect but not reconnect and the game was still reading I had a joypad plugged in so I couldn't move even with the keyboard, only thing I could do was turn my pc off and on. The Bluetooth isn't working, the connection is greyed out but bluetooth is visible but I may be doing it wrong
Pral3838 “Pral38”
4 years ago
Does exactly as advertised, however accelerometer is a bit oversensitive even set to higher numbers, I recommend checking the mixed box in the options for analog sticks before raising the numbers Also in order to to really be able to customize the entire layout of all available buttons & sticks including their sizes and positions, vibration and snap back to -0- settings can be done for a single profile or multiple for different games. IMO the $1.99 to unlock lite version is worth it
Oliver Cox
5 years ago
It worked well, but it felt a little bit cheeky offering a free version but then you have to pay for a controller layout that actually makes sense. It's kinda hard to convince my family or friends to download an app and then they have to each pay individually just to get a good controller layout and/or remove the ads. I'd rather buy the software on PC for more and then the pro app is free. Then all my friends and family don't have to pay every time I introduce them to it.
A Google user
6 years ago
The app works great and stable IF you are used to advanced app/program installation and basic server stuff and you respect the dev's documentations. Remember to use this virtual gamepad on the right type of game. On others like FPSs it might be a little clunky, specifically in the camera control part. It might has annoying bugs from time to time, but instead of heading to write a critical review immediately, try contacting the dev first, he does give a damn on his creation.
A Google user
6 years ago
I barely rate apps but this is an exception, it works like a dream, this is just down right awesome, I was thinking of building an app like this when I graduate, but you guys have already done it, the instructions are super easy to follow, immediately went to try it on my PES 2017 on PC and it works perfectly, I would totally recommend this, would give it a seven star if possible. Great job from the devs. I think the full version is worth the pay
Romulo Andrade
4 years ago
Fantastic!!! This works flawlessly! I do agree with some reviewers that maybe charging for the server instead of the app would be great because it'd be easier to let friends install the app and play at your computer with you, but the Lite version is great and the ads are not intrusive at all. I honestly can't understand the bad reviews! Keep up the great work and thank you for this amazing software!
Heinrich Rossouw
1 year ago
This app is amazing but the templates available does not have trigger functunality. In order to get that I have to pay the developer. F that. The 30 SECONDS ADS are bad enough and now this?! Find an alternative until the devs fix this blunder
Jiwoo Lee (Jiwookki)
4 years ago
New review: The gamepad is really good, it's quite stable and the pairing process is quite easy. The default layout is quite nice, and it is quite similar to a real controllers layout. The controller can connect to most games I tested, including Magicka 2 and Steam Big Picture, so its good. The feedback I can give is to include some minimal sound effects and maybe add L2 and R2 on the touchscreen, as it could be more ergonomic that way. The ads are fine and don't hurt gameplay. Thanks!
Wilian David Cadapan
2 years ago
Droidjoy Lite performed without fault. The ads weren't invasive as other reviews would claim, and the connection to my computer was smooth. I was using a boot camp version of Windows 10, but all was good. I will say though that you may not customize your gamepads in Droidjoy Lite. You must pay for this feature. But, I do think it would be a worthwhile purchase that provides you with most of the features you look for in an actual physical gamepad. Kudos to the developer, it really is impressive.
Kacper Kula
4 years ago
The app is really nice, but there are 2 main issues: 1. Its really hard to learn that volume buttons work as triggers. I found this info by digging in some random comments in youtube video and before almost switched to different app, but none other had this functionality too. 2. Using volume buttons as triggers is really uncomfortable. Many games dont allow changing the controls so I was stuck with it but aiming while pressing volume is awful. It should be implemented on screen.
O-J
5 years ago
This is a great way to use ones phone as a gamepad for Windows. Well functioning, flexible, customisable and a good user interface. Easily design your own game controller. TIP: Placing a piece of plaster/tape on the phone screen in the center of the controls greatly improves the tactile feeling. This is a five star product but when using accelerometer I am missing a option to calibrate/skew the x/y axis as it appears slightly out of center when leaving my phone on a flat surface.
Ajwa Farooq
1 year ago
Best Best Best app ever 💯!!! But one problem there is no LT and RT button on controller and i cant opened my custom preset so please add RT and LT buttons on controllers please please and please reply!!🙏 So i am rate 4 stars!!
Αθανασιάδης Δημήτρης
1 year ago
Awesome tool! Please add an option to share the edited layouts (few devices with ak66 case)! We need more separate buttons! (for AK66)... When I mix 8 devices (4+4), they are not all recognized (2nd replaces the xinput port of the 1st). I need a port optimizer for Direct Input, which supports 8 pads! Can DroidJoy connect to PC via USB?
Chukwumaeziokwu Emejulu
4 years ago
Really interesting app. Was highly impressed. Once you follow the instructions to set it up on your laptop and phones, it works smoothly. No lag. And the fact it works without Internet connection once you've connected to the server is awesome. You can't however customize your bottons which is highly needed seeing as you're using a phone and not a game controller. Wanna unlock that feature? Go for the paid version which removes ads too for a small token! RT/LT buttons are your volume buttons!
Baaba Mensimah Acquaah-Arhin
4 years ago
Its actually really good- especially considering it's free and works perfectly as far as I can can see. I've used it alot in the last few days after installing like his website says to. The option to customize isnt free, but you have access to a standard controller set up anyway, so it's perfect for the average person and not expensive to customize it. Connects well too. I rarely review, but it's unfair that people rated the app low because they didnt follow pretty simple download instructions
A Google user
6 years ago
I was excited to test this app out as I have been looking for a good gamepad app for a while. The app itself works well on my phone, but I have a problem with installing the server on my pc, it freezes whenever it's "installing driver". EDIT: I fixed the problem!! adding two more stars because there wasn't anything wrong with the server, I was only downloading it from the wrong place. works fine now :)
Jasper Galvin
5 years ago
It is ok. It works for me. But the adds make it slow to start. And after paying for removing advertising and paying again to enable customized gamepads. I moved to a new phone and nolonger have them and the app is asking me to pay again. It is a frustrating experience. I would not recommend paying for the upgrades unless you don't mind not being able to transfer to your new phone Update: I think the developer was correct in there response below, thanks for the help.
Shakti M
3 years ago
The emulator is super good. But the positioning of the controls is really bad. All the buttons are cramped on the sides. Seems deliberate to make the user pay for the customisable version Edit: After the first time the app doesn't connect to the server automatically or manually. Even when I tried connecting via Bluetooth the controller wasn't working. A suggestion : Try incorporating wired connection also like hotspot tethering. That would provide a more stable and easily connectable solution
Harley Heath
5 years ago
Great little app for what it does. It is very close to being a controller replacement for playing games on PC, but not if you care about rumble. Most of the reason I wanted this app was to use the vibration of my phone to emulate rumble in games, and it seems like this app can't do that. I consider rumble support to be very important, but if you have no need for that, then the app will serve you well. Edit: My original review of 2 stars was a little harsh, so I've updated it to 3 stars.
Mr. Sir
5 years ago
Couldn't get it to work. Tried everything to get my phone to find the server and absolutely nothing works. Tried wired and Bluetooth connections, followed all steps exactly and even tried adding the server manually but, still nothing. EDIT: Disabled windows defender and firewall and still couldn't get it to work. Only message I got was that my phone couldn't find the server. Will give it another go. Upping rating due to devs responsiveness and willingness to help.
