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DsHidMini
Use DsHidMini’s USB input emulation and game peripheral reverse-engineering tools.
About DsHidMini
DsHidMini is a Windows driver that provides USB input emulation for Sony DualShock 3 (PS3) controllers, along with support for DualShock 3 Navigation Controllers and two specific PS1/PS2 USB adapters. It is intended as a full, modern, lightweight replacement for the discontinued ScpToolkit, with broad compatibility for games, tools, and emulators.
The driver is only compatible with Windows 10 and 11, with no support for older Windows versions including XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 8.1. Motion Controller support is not included, and aftermarket DualShock 3 clones are not officially supported, with compatibility issues for these devices not eligible for troubleshooting support.
Key features
- USB input emulation for genuine DualShock 3 controllers
- Support for DualShock 3 Navigation Controllers
- Compatibility with ShanWan PS1/PS2 USB adapters
- Compatibility with DS3-identity PS1/PS2 USB adapters
- Broad compatibility with games, tools, and emulators
- Lightweight ScpToolkit replacement for Windows 10/11
Best for: It is best suited for Windows 10/11 users with genuine Sony DualShock 3 controllers who need a modern ScpToolkit replacement for gaming and emulation.
Good for
- Designed as a full, modern replacement for the discontinued ScpToolkit
- Lightweight design with broad compatibility for games, tools, and emulators
- Supports genuine DualShock 3 controllers and two specific PS1/PS2 USB adapters
Watch out for
- Only compatible with Windows 10 and 11, no support for older Windows versions
- Does not support Motion Controllers
- Aftermarket DualShock 3 clones are not supported, with compatibility issues ineligible for troubleshooting
DsHidMini at a glance
- Category
- Gaming › Emulators & Emulation Tools
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Web, Windows
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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DsHidMini FAQ
What Windows versions does DsHidMini support?
DsHidMini is only compatible with Windows 10 and 11, with no support for Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, or 8.1.
What DualShock 3 accessories are supported?
It supports genuine DualShock 3 controllers, Navigation Controllers, and two specific PS1/PS2 USB adapters.
Are aftermarket DualShock 3 clones supported?
Aftermarket clones are not officially supported, and their compatibility issues are not eligible for troubleshooting support.
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