How to Show Controller Inputs in OBS

Overview

Displaying controller inputs in OBS enhances the professional appearance of streams or recordings by making visible what actions are being performed with the controller.

Steps to Display Controller Inputs

1. Open Web Browser:

   • Search for "Gamepad viewer" and visit Gamepadview.com.

2. Connect Your Controller:

   • Connect your controller to your computer.
   • Press a button on your controller to activate it.

3. Select Controller in Gamepad Viewer:

   • Change the "currently viewing" option to "Player One" to view your controller inputs.
   • You can customize the controller's appearance (e.g., Xbox, PlayStation, different colors).

4. Generate Controller URL:

   • Click the three lines in the top left corner.
   • Select "Generate URL" and copy this URL.

5. Set Up in OBS:

   • Open OBS and click on the '+' icon to add a new source.
   • Choose "Browser" and click "OK."
   • Replace the default URL with the copied URL from Gamepad viewer and paste it.
   • Click "OK" and position the controller graphic as desired.

6. Activation:

   • The controller will initially show as disconnected until a button is pressed, which will enable the input display.

Conclusion

Following these steps allows the integration of a graphical representation of controller inputs in OBS, creating a more engaging and professional viewer experience.