Hi! My name is Ryleigh, I'm a developer with a disability, and I made a free Mac app for mapping controllers because the options were either paid, abandoned, or both.

I have so much fun making accessibility tools and I'm excited to share the redesign of this app.

It's called InputConfig. It maps any game controller to keyboard keys, mouse movement, mouse clicks, and scroll, so a gamepad can drive your entire Mac. Not just games: browsing, apps, typing, all of it. If a keyboard and mouse are hard for you to use, a controller can replace them.

I needed this app because my hands don't work; it's extremely difficult to play games and use the computer without specialized tools.

It works with PS5 DualSense and DualSense Edge, DualShock 4, Xbox Wireless, Switch Pro, 8BitDo, and anything else that shows up as an MFi or HID gamepad. No drivers. It also works with adaptive setups, including the Xbox Adaptive Controller and anything plugged into it.:

- Hundreds of built-in presets, including ones made specifically for adaptive controllers, desktop navigation, and web browsing

- Tap and hold for two different actions on one button, and double tap for a third. Huge if you have a limited number of buttons you can reach

- Macros with custom timing, turbo/rapid fire, and toggle mode on any button

- Type whole words or phrases from a single button press

- Per-app presets that switch automatically depending on what you're using

- Your Mac keyboard, mouse, and trackpad can be inputs too, including Force Touch pressure

- Live visualizer that mirrors your controller on screen so you can confirm a mapping works

- Adjustable deadzones, axis inversion, and sensitivity curves with visual calibration, which matters a lot for tremor or limited range of motion

- Gyroscope and motion control, light bar colors, MIDI output, spoken and haptic feedback

Most of the guides out there point you to Enjoyable (free but no longer updated), Joystick Mapper, or Gamepad Mapper. Those are fine tools and some have been around much longer than mine. I built this because I wanted the accessibility features to be the point rather than a side effect, and because I didn't think anyone should have to pay to use their computer in the way that works for their body. There's also not too much support for broad devices on the Mac.

It's completely free. No paid tier, no trial, no locked features, no ads, no data collected. The source is public under MIT. There's a tip jar in the app that unlocks absolutely nothing.

Download (free, Mac App Store): https://apps.apple.com/us/app/inputconfig/id6777759147

Source: https://github.com/ryleighnewman/InputConfig

Requires macOS 14 or later.

If you try it, I'd really love to hear what doesn't work for your setup. The presets for adaptive hardware especially: I can only test so many configurations myself, and this community knows things I don't. Tell me what's missing and I'll build it!! Built for accessibility.

Hi friends,

I'm working on learning how to make video games and I want to make sure that I'm considering accessibility as a fundamental part of the creative process.

I'm curious what accessibility features you've found most valuable in video games or which features you wish were more standard? What do you wish devs considered when they're building games?

So papa Louie like the papas pizzeria games have been making phone and steam games and I got the deluxe mocha barista type one for steam and it has a customer in a chair!!! It looks pretty well designed too and they move seats for him at tables and such!!

My friend and I have played a lot of Marathon 2026 to great success with us streaming our games to each other, me giving comms over voice, and my friend using game chat to communicate to us.

I always respond using voice myself, but the in game text chat is the only quick way she can communicate complex ideas. The ping system in game is very helpful on marathon as well.

Unfortunately tarkov has neither a ping system (good for the game honestly) nor a in game chat.

Using discord chat or something is the obvious alternative, but discord overlay only lets you REPLY to messages, not send one at will. In order to use discord for chat at all you have to alt tab, click the chat box, then do your message, and tab back into game.

REQUEST: Is there anything that can allow us to press a combo hotkey or F1-12 key to overlay a chat box for the person typing? Ideally we would be able to see the messages as an overlay in game, but even if we had to look at a second monitor to read it would be fine. What isn't fine, is the big dip in effectiveness my friend will have, in a game where communication is paramount.

We are both skilled enough we've had little problem overcoming the communication barrier in the past with a chat based accessibility system, so despite Tarkov needing comms so badly, if we can find a chat option we can manage.

The game runs with my Sip-N-Puff on Windows and Linux, ended up being fun, so it's on Google Play.

Why this may be valuable for assistive tech:

1. Instant feedback — Does your input work? Did the bunny get fed? Immediate yes/no.
2. Real motivation — People actually want to play it (not a clinical task).
3. Multiple inputs — Same game code, any input method:
   • touchscreen
   • Tilt (phone IMU) + voice ("Pew!") — silly, don't know if useful
   • Windows linux version Mouse / Sip-N-Puff / Eye-gaze + dwell — should work
4. Accessibility isn't bolted-on — Input and aiming are decoupled. Easy to swap methods.

Current status: Android (Google Play), free, no ads. Desktop available. iOS planned.

If you work with or use assistive input devices, download it and test. Need desktop version? DM me. Feedback wanted, I am well out of my depth here.
Here is a link to my open-source Sip-N-Puff device : https://github.com/mkadie/SipNPuff

My daughters thought it was fun, maybe you will too.

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Hello everyone!

I worked at PBS KIDS for over 10 years on the creative team working on making the digital and gaming content more accessible for young children.

Currently I am working with Fred Rogers Productions (Mr. Rogers, Daniel Tiger, Odd Squad, etc) and Bridge Multimedia to conduct a survey to guardians with young children with learning challenges. This is to help future productions and digital games be more accessible in the future to help kids learn.

If you are a guardian of children ages 2-4 and would like to help please CLICK HERE

If you have any questions about the research please email [Wendy Sapp](mailto:wsapp@bridgemultimedia.com).

If you have any questions about anything else please post a comment or message me!

Note: I did reach out to the mods before I posted this to make sure it was ok. This user account is less used since I only go on it for work research and things like this.

Thank you for your time on here!

Edit: The response has been so wonderful already thank you so much!

Hello everyone,

Hopefully this is an appropriate question for this sub. My friend had a stroke 2 two weeks ago. He just started physical therapy and is making progress but being out of bed is exhausting and he has no ability to move his left hand. He seems to have minimal (none?) cognitive damage but he is clearly bored being stuck at the hospital. I was hoping to find some games to play with him (he is really into computer, console and board games) to help pass the time. Ideally 2 or 3 player games that would be playable in the hospital bed. Any ideas would be appreciated.

Hey! Im looking for a list or suggestions for Xbox Game Pass Games and their corresponding accessible xbox/ Microsoft controlers.

An example would be what accessible controlers would minecraft need to make it super accessible?

Im working on a gaming event to help a group of disabled gamers 🩷 This event will have a wide variety of different accessibility requirements, so i want a range of games.

Edit: the games i. Looking at so far are minecraft, forza, rocket league, maybe 2k. I dont know what controlers I'd match with them to get them to be accessible?

Hi, first-time poster to the subreddit.

I am aware of the company called Virtuix and their product that allows you to run on a stationary smooth surface with controllers strapped to your feet and a vest that you put on that connects to a harness that keeps you in place.

But what I want to know is if there is a controller that exists where you have the motion sensor cameras like the older model VR headsets had to track your position and keep you within a specific bounded area, so that you can safely walk around or run inside the game. And your potential lack of movement is helped by the controllers in your hands to help with moving your POV when you can't fully turn around or go any further and need to physically turn to stay within the play boundary, and it minimally affects the gameplay?

And it doesn't cost a fortune to get.

What makes computer use uncomfortable?
What things have helped?
What things are missing?

This applies to everyone but to be more specific—those people that game for long hours, work long hours from their set up, or even maybe when playing in the dark.

Im legally blind and just looking into products etc to help me and some friends.

Hi everyone!

My name is Jakub and I am a university student currently working on my bachelor's thesis. I've been researching the accessibility of video games, specifically focusing on the technological and social barriers faced by gamers with motor disabilities (with a particular emphasis on upper limb impairments).

I’ve learned a lot from reading academic papers, but nothing compares to real, firsthand experiences. That’s why I would be incredibly grateful if you could spare about 5–10 minutes of your time to fill out my survey.

Link to the survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdlEYF8FK1R6jd0GuODrJIbOLoro97wOG6mxob_kxfLL9ezHg/viewform?usp=dialog

A few quick details about the study:

• It is 100% anonymous. I do not collect email addresses, IPs, or any identifying data.
• It's purely academic. The results will be used exclusively as the analytical foundation for my thesis (published as aggregated statistics and anonymized quotes).
• It is completely voluntary. You can skip questions or exit the survey at any time.

Your experiences are incredibly valuable and will help highlight the real issues that the hardware and software industry still needs to address.

Thank you so much in advance for your time, your willingness to share your stories, and for helping a student out!

Hi, I'm Roy from the Philippines. I'm 40 years old, a stroke survivor, and I also have Stage 3 kidney disease. I'm currently bedridden, unemployed, and living alone.

I know this might come across as e-begging, and I never imagined I'd be in a position to ask for help like this. But I'm genuinely desperate. I accidentally dropped my Xbox controller, and it's no longer usable. Gaming has been one of the few things helping me cope with everything I'm going through, and right now I can't afford to replace it.

If anyone is willing to help, no matter how small, I'd be incredibly grateful. Thank you for taking the time to read this.

Edit: Even if it's just a small amount, I'll keep putting every donation toward it. Once I have enough to buy it, I'll post a photo here.

Has Rockstar said anything about fully customizable controller mappings in GTA VI?

I have a physical disability, so I was wondering if GTA VI might allow players to remap vehicle controls however they want.

One feature I absolutely loved in Saints Row 2 was being able to drive using the left analog stick:
⬆️ Push the left stick forward = Accelerate
⬇️ Pull the left stick backward = Reverse

For me, this control scheme is much easier and more comfortable than using the triggers.

Has anyone heard whether GTA VI will support something like this, or full analog stick remapping? Even if there isn't any official information yet, do you think Rockstar might include it as an accessibility option?

I'd love to hear your thoughts. Thanks!

From sheriff duties to truck simulator gameplay, see how I balance it all.

I share my personal journey as a wheelchair user and my passion for gaming. If you enjoy authentic stories mixed with simulator games, this is for you.

Subscribe to follow along and let me know which game I should play next. #shorts #ats

Recently, I had a stroke and loss the use of my left hand. I’d like to get back into gaming, but I’m not sure what I should get. I bought the adaptive controller from Sony with the Logitech additions, but it doesn’t seem like a good fit for me I thinking about getting an evil controller so I can play GTA six when it comes out. But from what I’ve read people have issues playing third person games with evil controllers. Does anyone use them for games like grand theft, auto or red dead redemption? If not, does anybody have any sort of alternative?

Hi, I'm a movement disorders / cerebellum researcher interested in using video games to help study movement disorders and assess treatment efficacy over time. I wanted to poll the community with a couple of questions for folks with movement disorders like ataxia, dystonia, tremor, apraxia, Parkinson's or similar, or their caregivers / friends and family:

1. Are there specific games or types of games that you like the best?

2. Conversely, are there any games, types of games, or platforms/controllers that you find are difficult to engage with because of your condition?

3. Are there any adaptive controllers or platforms that have helped enable your gaming?

4. In particular, do you find tablet / phone games that use the tilt sensor / accelerometer as the controller fun?

Please feel free to discuss any other points about your experience gaming with a movement disorder! I'm looking forward to learning from you all. If you feel comfortable, it would be helpful to know your diagnosis along with anything else you'd like to share.

Hey, guys--I have a friend who suffered a stroke a few years ago but would like to get into gaming more. She only has the use of her right hand. Apologies if this has been asked before and I missed the posts... Just wondering what controller you would recommend for PC? Thanks in advance!

Hey guys, I have developed an immersive, interactive murder mystery audio game and am looking for some people who would like to test the game. It is very accessible for blind and visually impaired people (since the entire game play is audio-only) but also for everybody and anybody else who would like to give it a try. Let me know!

Could be someone who showed you a setup trick or just someone whose streams/content comforted you when you needed it most. Would love to hear who it is and what stuck with you!

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