Gamypad

Server Idle	QR Code

Home	Controller

Gamypad is two pieces of software that work together:

• Linux app — runs a small UDP server on your PC and speaks directly to the kernel's uinput interface, so games see your phone as a real Xbox 360 controller.
• Android app — connects to that server over WiFi and streams button presses, joystick, and trigger inputs in real time.

Both devices must be on the same network — a phone hotspot is recommended for the most reliable, lowest-latency connection.

• Full Xbox 360 controller: A/B/X/Y, LB/RB, LT/RT, Start, Back, Guide, LS, RS
• Dual analog sticks with deadzone tuning and D-Pad
• Automatic pairing via QR code scan (manual IP entry also works)
• Resize and reposition every pad element with the built-in layout editor
• Optional haptic feedback and digital-trigger mode
• Connection watchdog — detects disconnects on both ends automatically

1. Download the latest release zip from the Releases page.

2. Extract it and run the install script:

   unzip Gamypad-x86_64.zip
   chmod +x install.sh
   ./install.sh

3. Log out and back in so the uinput group changes take effect.

The script installs Gamypad to /opt/gamypad, adds a desktop entry, and sets up the uinput udev rules automatically. You can then launch Gamypad from your application menu or run gamypad from a terminal.

Download the APK from the Releases page and install it. You may need to allow "install from unknown sources" for your browser or file manager.

1. Enable the hotspot on your Android phone.
2. Connect your PC to the phone's hotspot.

1. Open Gamypad on your PC and click Start Server — a QR code with the connection address appears.
2. Open the Gamypad app on your phone and tap the scan button.
3. Point the camera at the QR code — the address fills in automatically. (Or type the address shown on the PC manually.)
4. Tap Connect. The status badge turns green when paired.
5. Tap GAMEPAD to open the controller, then play!

When you're done, hit the stop button on the PC or exit the controller — the connection closes on both ends automatically.

chmod +x uninstall.sh   # from the extracted release folder
./uninstall.sh

On the phone, uninstall the app like any other app.

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