What's in this release
Steam Deck — install-phantomsense-deck.sh v1.2.0
One command. Handles everything.
Run : curl -sL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/AarveeGill/Phantom-Sense/main/install-phantomsense-deck.sh | bash
- Downloads VirtualHere USB Server.
- Creates a system service with root access (fixes the permission denied issue from v1.1.0).
- Auto-starts at boot in Desktop Mode and Game Mode.
- Creates a desktop shortcut.
- Saves a restore script for SteamOS update recovery.
- Flags:
--status,--uninstall,--force,--help.
Windows PC — install-phantomsense-pc.bat
Double-click it. No PowerShell, no terminal, no execution policy errors.
- Auto-elevates to Administrator.
- Downloads and runs the full installer from GitHub.
- Installs VirtualHere Client, ViGEmBus, HidHide (optional), configures Sunshine.
- DSX — choose free (v1.4.9) or paid (Steam $7.99).
- Flags:
-Status,-Uninstall,-SkipHidHide,-Help.
Documentation
- Complete README with audience section, quick install, manual setup guide, research, troubleshooting, FAQ.
- CHANGELOG, CONTRIBUTING, .gitignore.
Quick start
- Run the Deck installer (one curl command).
- Double-click the .bat on your PC.
- Plug DualSense into the Deck.
- Open VirtualHere Client on PC, attach the controller.
- Launch DSX. Play.
What works
- Adaptive Triggers
- HD Haptics
- Gyroscope (6-axis)
- Touchpad
- Auto-start on boot (both modes)
- SteamOS update recovery
Requirements
- Gaming PC (Windows 10/11) with Sunshine
- Steam Deck (SteamOS) with Moonlight
- DualSense (Edge or standard)
- Both devices on the same network
Full guide: https://github.com/AarveeGill/Phantom-Sense