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Use Mouse and Keyboard as Game Controller — or Remap Keys in PlayAbility Adaptive Software

Goal:

Transform your regular mouse and keyboard into powerful adaptive control tools.

PlayAbility Adaptive Software lets you use them as a virtual game controller, or even remap keyboard keys to other keys, mouse buttons, or analog triggers — all within one unified control system.


Overview:

Every mouse movement, click, or keystroke can become any kind of output:

  • A gamepad button or axis (for controller-based games)
  • A keyboard key (for precise remapping or accessibility shortcuts)
  • A mouse action (for hybrid PC control or desktop navigation)

This makes it easy to merge your traditional devices with adaptive inputs like facial gestures, head movement, or voice commands — giving you complete control freedom.


Examples:

  • Mouse movement X/Y → Left Stick (aim or camera)
  • Left click → A button (confirm/action)
  • Keyboard WASD → Gamepad left stick (movement)
  • Spacebar → Right Trigger (jump/accelerate)
  • F → R (custom key-to-key remap)
  • Spacebar → Left click

Updated on: 03/11/2025