How to Use PS4 Controller with Snes9x? Step-by-Step Guidelines

SENSE is a very popular classic emulator to play copies of original Super Nintendo video games. You will be surprised to know that you are not the only one who is still playing this emulator. The Sens9x emulator is still popular among old gamers for its amazing gaming experience.

However, as you are a gamer you must have a PS4 in your home and you may want to play this Sense with the PS4 controller. Now, if you don’t know how to use the PS4 controller with Sens9x, then don’t worry, we are here to help you.

How to Use PS4 Controller with Snes9x

You can easily use your PS4 controller to play Super Nintendo games using the emulator SNES9X. But before going any further, you need to ensure that your controller isn’t plugged into the computer. If it is, then please unplug it.

Step -1: First, open Google Chrome and search “DS4 windows”. The first link should say “DS4Windows by Jays2kings”. If it’s not, then try to find that link by scrolling down.

Step -2: After being redirected to that page, click “Download Now” and you will be taken to another page where you can find the latest versions of the software.

Step -3: Click on the “Download” button beside the Windows.zip to download the zip file.

Step -4: Once the zip file is downloaded successfully, create a new folder named ‘DS4 windows’, and copy the exacted files from that zip file.

Step -5: Now, open up theds4windows.exe and you’ll be prompted to a dialogue box that’ll ask you about where you want to have the settings saved. Choose your preferred option.

Step -6: Click on the driver and you’ll be prompted with a window asking you if you want to install the driver by software. Click install.

Step -7: Now safely plug your PS4 controller and close the application.

Step -8: Then reopen it and click on “controller”. You need to select your PS4 controller from the dropdown list.

Step -9: Now, open the emulator and go to “inputs and input configuration”. Then click “edit” > “create new profile” and name it SNES. After editing your control, click “save profile”.

Step -10: Finally, go into your emulator and play any game you want on Sens9x using the PS4 controller.

How to Connect the PS4 Controller to Snes9x Android?

To play Sens9x on your android device using the PS4 controller, you need to connect the controller using Bluetooth. If this doesn’t work, then don’t worry, you can also use the USB connection to connect the controller to your android device.

All you need is an OTG cable first. You can use MicroUSB or USB Type C OTG cable according to the charging port of your android device. Open the Sens9x on your android device and simply put the OTG cable into the charging port. Then, connect the PS4 controller to the other end of that OTG cable and you can play games on that emulator using your PS4 controller.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Use a PS4 Controller on An Emulator?

To use your PS4 controller on an Emulator, use the reWASD emulator and use the virtual controller from there.

What Controller Can I Use for Sens9x Emulator?

Any controller supporting Bluetooth should also support the Sens9x emulator. Some popular choices are: GameSir, Razer Kishi, 8Bitdo SN30, etc.

How Do I Enable Bluetooth on My Sens9x Emulator?

To connect the controller wirelessly, you need to enable Bluetooth on your device and then connect the controller to your device using the Bluetooth connection.

Conclusion

It is easy to use a controller with the Sens9x emulator. But before that, you need the DS4Windows software to enable the PS4 controller for the emulator. We hope, you’ve found this guide helpful on connecting your PS4 controller to your Sens9x. If you have any other better solution or any confusion, then don’t hesitate to share them with us in the comment section below. Thanks for reading.