Use a controller to play Minecraft Java Edition with the Controlify mod.
Controlify
Add controller support to Minecraft with Controlify, a project for configuring gamepad input.
About Controlify
Controlify adds controller support to Minecraft: Java Edition using the SDL3 library. It provides vibration on in-game events, gyroscope aiming, navigation of inventory and menus without mouse or keyboard, an on-screen keyboard, and support for standard gamepads as well as flight sticks and racing wheels.
It works on Fabric and NeoForge for Minecraft versions 1.21.1 and above. Snapshot builds and the separate splitscreen project are distributed via Patreon.
Key features
- Vibrates on events like damage, block breaks, lightning strikes
- Uses controller gyroscope for aiming
- Navigates inventory and menus without mouse or keyboard
- Includes on-screen keyboard for typing with controller
- Offers configurable radial menu for extra actions
- Supports flight sticks, racing wheels and custom bindings
Best for: Minecraft: Java Edition players who want to use a controller instead of keyboard and mouse.
Good for
- Works on Fabric and NeoForge for Minecraft 1.21.1 and above
- Shows button glyphs for Xbox, PlayStation, Switch, Steam Deck and more
- Does not require additional software for PlayStation controllers on Windows
Watch out for
- Requires Minecraft 1.21.1 or newer
- Snapshot builds are only available to Patreon members
- Separate splitscreen mod is in development with JARs only on Patreon
Controlify at a glance
- Category
- Gaming › Mods & Fan Projects
- Type
- Open-source project
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Open source
- Yes · Source code
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Controlify FAQ
Which versions and loaders does Controlify support?
Fabric and NeoForge on Minecraft versions 1.21.1 and above.
Does it need extra software for PlayStation controllers on Windows?
No, it does not require additional software for DualSense/DualShock controllers, even on Windows.
Does it work with other mods?
It is built to work with mods including Sodium, Iris, Simple Voice Chat, and Do A Barrel Roll.
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