Game Contrller Driver Mac

Jul 02, 2019 The good news is that you can also use an Xbox One controller with a Mac. The (somewhat) bad news is that, unlike the plug-and-play and wireless nature of the PS4 controller, the Xbox Controller requires some third-party drivers and configuration to work in OS X, and will only work while connected via a USB cable. Apr 03, 2018  How to connect your Xbox 360 controller. Once you've installed the drivers, you'll now logically see that there are No devices found, since we have yet to physically connect the game controller to the Mac. Plug in your controller to your Mac. If you have a current model MacBook or MacBook Pro, you'll need a USB-C to USB-A adapter. May 06, 2013 How to connect game controllers to your Mac. If you have a gaming controller lying around, chances are you can use it with your Mac. And then install a driver package to make use of the.

Connect your wireless controller to play supported games from Apple Arcade or the App Store, navigate your Apple TV, and more.

Get started

  • Starting with iOS 13, iPadOS 13, tvOS 13, and macOS Catalina, Apple devices and computers support pairing with and using Xbox and PlayStation wireless game controllers.
  • If you need to update the firmware on your controller, check with your game controller manufacturer.
  • Check that you’re in range of your device and there isn’t interference in the area.

See which wireless controllers are supported

  • Xbox Wireless Controller with Bluetooth (Model 1708)
  • PlayStation DUALSHOCK®4 Wireless Controller
  • MFi (Made for iOS) Bluetooth controllers, like the SteelSeries Nimbus, Horipad Ultimate, and more may be supported.

Pair or unpair a controller with your iOS device

  1. Begin with your controller turned off. Then to put your controller in pairing mode:
    • With an Xbox Wireless Controller, press the Xbox button to turn on the controller. Then press and hold the Connect button for a few seconds.
    • With a DUALSHOCK®4 Wireless Controller, press and hold the PS and Share buttons at the same time until the light bar begins to flash.
  2. On your iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad, tap Settings.
  3. Select Bluetooth and check that it's turned on.
    • To pair, find the name of your controller under Other Devices. Tap the name to connect.
    • To unpair, tap Information next to the name of the device, then tap Forget This Device.

Pair or unpair a controller with your Apple TV

  1. Begin with your controller turned off. Then to put your controller in pairing mode:
    • With an Xbox Wireless Controller, press the Xbox button to turn on the controller. Then press and hold the Connect button for a few seconds.
    • With a DUALSHOCK®4 Wireless Controller, press and hold the PS and Share buttons at the same time until the light bar begins to flash.
  2. On your Apple TV 4K or Apple TV HD, go to Settings > Remotes and Devices > Bluetooth.
  3. Wait while your Apple TV searches for nearby Bluetooth Accessories.
    • To pair, select the name of your controller. You'll know that your controller is connected when a notification that says Controller Connected briefly appears on your TV.
    • To unpair, select the name of your controller, then select Unpair Device. You'll see a notification on your TV that says Controller Connection Lost.

Pair or unpair a controller with your Mac

  1. Begin with your controller turned off. Then to put your controller in pairing mode:
    • With an Xbox Wireless Controller, press the Xbox button to turn on the controller. Then press and hold the Connect button for a few seconds.
    • With a DUALSHOCK®4 Wireless Controller, press and hold the PS and Share buttons at the same time until the light bar begins to flash.
  2. On your Mac, choose Apple menu  > System Preferences.
  3. Click Bluetooth and check that it's turned on.
  4. Find the name of your controller under Devices.
    • To pair, Control-click the name of your controller, then click Connect.
    • To unpair, Control-click the name of your controller, then click Remove.

If your controller won't connect or doesn't work as expected

  • Unpair it, then pair it again. If you still can't pair or connect, get help pairing your Bluetooth accessory to your iOS device.
  • If your DUALSHOCK®4 Wireless Controller pairs but then you see a Connection Unsuccessful notification, press the PS button in the middle of the controller and wait for it to connect.
  • Make sure that you're not trying to connect too many Bluetooth accessories at once. Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD support up to two controllers at once, and other Bluetooth limits vary by device.
  • Some controller functions aren't supported when paired with an Apple device, including the controller's audio jack. Contact Apple Support for more details.
  • 40+ Hours of Gameplay
  • Charges via Lightning Connector
  • Pressure Sensitive Buttons
  • 40+ Hours of Gameplay
  • Charges via Lightning Connector
  • Pressure Sensitive Buttons

Hundreds Of Games

Use your Nimbus controller to play hundreds of games on all your iOS devices, including the new Apple TV. With the most popular games for every genre, you'll have full control of your favorite games.

Nimbus Companion App

The free companion app gives you instant access to charts listing the top free and paid controller-enabled games. The best new games are just a click away!

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Hundreds of games

Use your Nimbus controller to play hundreds of games on all your iOS devices, including the new Apple TV. With the most popular games for every genre, you'll have full control of your favorite games.

About the Nimbus

The Nimbus Wireless is a full-sized wireless controller, compatible with Apple TV and many other Apple devices. With an ergonomic shape and familiar button placement, it's simple to jump right into your favorite games.

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Feature Overview

  • Pressure Sensitive Buttons
  • Menu Button For Instant Navigation
  • Rechargeable 40+ Hours of Battery Life
  • Lightning Connector
  • Bluetooth 4.1
  • IPHONE® X, 8, 8 PLUS, 7S, 7S PLUS, 6S, 6S PLUS, 6, 6 PLUS, 5, 5C, 5S
  • IPAD® PRO, MINI, MINI 4, MINI 3,
  • MINI 2, (4TH GENERATION), AIR, AIR 2
  • IPOD® TOUCH (6TH GENERATION)
  • MAC
  • APPLE TV® 4K
  • APPLE TV® (4TH GENERATION)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Nimbus Wireless have clickable analog sticks?

No, unfortunately the controller does not have clickable analog sticks.

Does the Nimbus Wireless support Steam Big Picture mode?

Unfortunately no, the Nimbus Wireless is not compatible with Steam Big Picture mode.

Does the Nimbus Wireless require drivers to function properly?

No, the Nimbus Wireless is a driverless free controller.

Can I connect more than one Nimbus Wireless to my device for local multiplayer?

Absolutely, multiple Nimbus Wireless controllers can be connected to the same device, allowing for local multiplayer.

Does the Nimbus Wireless produce haptic feedback?

No, the Nimbus Wireless does not produce haptic feedback.