How to connect a gamepad to your Mac?

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How to connect a gamepad to your Mac

While the Mac was never really known as a gaming computer, that hasn’t stopped developers and gamers from trying their hand at it. But if you don’t like the keyboard-mouse combo for your games, you can use a controller instead. It’s actually quite simple to connect a controller to your MacBook Pro, iMac or MacBook Air via Bluetooth. No need to download drivers or use a dongle.

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To give every chance to its game service Apple Arcade, the Cupertino company has made several controllers compatible with its devices, starting with the Mac. With macOS Catalinathese are the controllers playstation and Xbox which have become compatible. More recently, Apple has also added gamepads nintendo to the list. The process is relatively simple and will not require any additional cables or accessories, only a connection Bluetooth functional. If you already have a Game consoleusing your controller is a good way to save money while ensuring good gaming comfort.

Which controllers are compatible with macOS?

Unfortunately, not all controllers are compatible with apple computers. Here are the supported controllers according to the Californian manufacturer:

  • Xbox Wireless Controller with Bluetooth (Model 1708);
  • Xbox Elite Series 2 Wireless Controller;
  • Xbox Adaptive Controller;
  • Xbox Series S and Series X Wireless Controller;
  • PlayStation DualShock 4 wireless controller;
  • PlayStation 5 DualSense wireless controller;
  • Nintendo Switch Pro Controller;
  • the Joy-cons of the nintendo-switch ;
  • other controllers with MFi certification.

How to pair a gamepad to your Mac?

Pairing a DualShock 4/DualSense

1. Press and hold the PlayStation button and the Share button to put the controller into pairing mode.
2. On your Mac, access Bluetooth settings from the Bluetooth drop-down menu in the menu bar or System Preferences.
3. In the device list of Bluetooth settings, find the “wireless controller” that appears.
4. Click the Connect button.

Pair an Xbox Wireless Controller

1. Turn on the Xbox controller.
2. Press and hold the pairing button on the top edge of the controller until the Xbox logo flashes rapidly.
3. Go to your Mac’s Bluetooth settings and find the Xbox Wireless Controller in the list of devices.
4. Click the Connect button.

Pair Switch Pro Controller or Joy-Cons

1. Make sure the Nintendo Switch is turned off.
2. On your Mac, open Bluetooth Preferences.
3. Press and hold the Bluetooth pairing button which is next to the charging port.
4. The controller enters pairing mode when all four LEDs flash rhythmically.
5. The Mac should find the controller as “Pro Controller”. Click Connect.

1. Make sure the Nintendo Switch is turned off.
2. On your Mac, open Bluetooth Preferences.
3. Press and hold the Bluetooth pairing button on the edge.
4. The controller enters pairing mode when the four LEDs on the edge flash rhythmically.
5. The Mac should find the controller as “Joy-Con (R)” or “Joy-Con (L)”. Click Connect.

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