

My co-editor Chris Hauk has also taken it upon himself to test the process, and was able to successfully use the PS3 controller to play LEGO Batman under OS X 10.8.5.Īs an aside, the entire process seems to go much smoother, and work much more reliably, using OS X Mavericks. If using OS X 10.8.x, you NEED to add the controller to your “Favorites,” as specified in the above instructions, in order for it to work. I’ve successfully completed this, and used the PS3 controller in Steam Big Picture Mode under OS X 10.8.3, OS X 10.8.5, and the latest developer preview of OS X Mavericks.

GAMEPAD COMPANION PS3 UPDATE
* Update (): After receiving numerous requests and comments about this not working, I’ve looked into the matter once more.
GAMEPAD COMPANION PS3 FULL
If you need a controller, the DualShock 3 really is an excellent one, and is available on Amazon for around $40.įor more helpful tips, check out our full collection of tutorials by visiting our How-To category! I hope you enjoy this tip – I certainly plan to do some PlayStation-style Mac gaming this weekend! Let us know in the comments if you find any especially great games that support a Bluetooth game pad! The above screenshot actually came from my Mac. I have tried this myself, and can verify that it works. Then select “Add To Favorites” and then “Update Services” from the little gear icon menu. Click the “PLAYSTATION3 Controller” item in the Bluetooth list in the preferences.Enter “0000” (without the quotes) and click “Accept.” A window will appear asking you to enter an access code.Click the “+” icon in the preferences to open the Bluetooth Setup Assistant.Press “PS” button for 1-2 seconds until the red lights flash.See here for an example of a controller made using. Supports emulating left analog stick, to enable this mode, hold left when plugging the device in (or just change the default mode in code).
GAMEPAD COMPANION PS3 PRO
Tested with an Arduino Pro Micro, works out of the box with at least PC and PS3.
