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GamePad Companion allows you to use HID compatible devices (gamepads, joysticks, etc..) with Mac OS X. This means that you can use many of the joysticks and gamepads that haven't had their drivers updated for Mac OS X! It should be possible to simultaneously use up to 5 HID devices with GamePad Companion.
WHAT'S NEW
Version 2.4:
  • Added support for Intel machines.
  • Fixed problem with Bluetooth devices not working properly when disconnected, then reconnected.
REQUIREMENTS
Mac OS X 10.4 or later.

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Developer:Carvware
Downloads:27,411
  - Version d/l:10,868
Games:Gaming Tools & Utilities
License:Shareware
Date:17 May 2006
Platform:PPC/Intel
Price:$15.00
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Feb 21 2009
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DEADLINEX  I registered/purchased this software over a week ago and have not yet received the registration number.

I sent an e-mail to support and have heard nothing.

DO NOT BUY

Either this is a rip-off or is no longer supported.  
(Version 2.4)

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May 5 2007
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RUSSELL GLEASON  FOLLOW-UP - I finally recieved my registration numbers by email. In this day and age where electronic communication and transactions are instantaneous, having to wait as long as I had to for the email registration numbers was (I felt) unreasonable - especially in light of the fact I still have no email address for contact with the developer [this also was NOT included with the registration information]. If I had, had his email address, I certainly would have posted it here.

What about the program itself? Works great! Very simple, easy to use, and does exactly as advertised! I'm exceedingly happy with it. I'm using this program to run my 12 button programable Logitech Extreme 3D Pro Joystick [supposedly made for the PC "only", but made totally functionable for the Mac with GamePad Campion v2.4 on OS-10.4.9 on a 2002 G4 Digital Audio Mac].

I can highly recommend this program for all PPC Mac users. I can also highly recommend the developer make publicity known his email address for customer support !!!   
(Version 2.4)

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May 4 2007

RUSSELL GLEASON  RIP-OFF - Unless you have an Apple Account in order to access their email address for support your SOL. I purchased this program today (May 4 2007) and NEVER (I repeat - NEVER) recieved an email from them with a registration number. And since I don't have an account with "Apple", I can't get access to their email address for support. Their demo works great, but if you like to throw your money away, just purchase this product. Or better yet, send me your money!

rsgleason2000@yahoo.com  
(Version 2.4)

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Apr 13 2007

SPRINGHEELMAC  I can't seem to get my XBOX controller to work with MacMAME or MAME OS X. Is it compatible? Also, NANNASSY, I couldn't find a 360 driver here, but there is one at Versiontracker.com. (Too bad I don't have a 360 controller!)  
(Version 2.4)

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Apr 25 2006

NANNASSY  Does Gamepad Companion work with the USB Xbox 360 Controller?  
(Version 2.3)

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May 18 2006

S_KALB  probably.

it works with my PS2 (+ USB adaptator) gamepad.  
(Version 2.4)

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Apr 13 2005

LEWIS YU  I bought the Gamepad Companion for my Logitech MX900 BT Mouse. It's up to its' task and allow me to configure all the buttons.

However, I found that I need to "Stop/Start" it every time the systam awakes from sleep in order to resume its' function. Which indeed is very annoying! Hope the developer could solve this issue.   
(Version 2.2)

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Mar 1 2005

GRAMAGE  Getting the same preflight thingy error here too. I just bought a Playstation-to-USB controller adapter that is for Windows only. My mac recognises it though and I think this might just do the trick. If only I could install it.  
(Version 2.2)

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Sep 6 2004

MIKE L.  When I tried to install Version X2.2 on my G4 Powerbook (Panther 10.3.5) I got the following message concerning the installer that could not be opened:

The preflight script was either not executable or not readable.  
(Version 2.2)

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Apr 25 2004

ANONYMOUS  to John:

just select the mx900

program buttons as u like

and select 'start'

that should do it !

I have programmed the fwd and back buttons, the scroll button switches to next app and 6/8 show all windows in selected app, or expose all windows.

works great on pb17' 1gigRAM 7K60 HD  
(Version 2.2)

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Apr 17 2004
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ANONYMOUS  I have to say, I am definitely impressed. This program not only found my PS2 adapter perfectly, and had everthing mapped, but it actually WORKED. In fact, I only have one minor gripe: When using my analog stick as a mouse axis, i have to repeatedly tap it.... I may just have it set up wrong. Also, feature request: maybe make it work more seamlessly with Expose? (I had to set Expose to F5/F6, check Use F keys as function keys, map them, then uncheck F keys.... 3 different prefpanes all in all)

But this is gonna be fun. :-D Cool app.

Contrary to what some have said it's very intuitive (to me) and easy to use.  
(Version 2.2)

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