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Jackcsss
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2 days ago

Is Using DSX for One-to-One Touchpad Remapping Allowed in Apex Legends?

Hi everyone,

I have a question about the anti-cheat rules regarding controller remapping in Apex Legends.

I play Apex on PC using a Sony DualSense Edge controller. Recently, I started using DSX (DualSenseX) to customize the touchpad gestures.

Here is my current setup:

  • Steam Input is disabled.
  • My controller runs in native mode, without any virtual controller emulation.
  • I use DSX to map touchpad swipes (up, down, left, and right) to individual keyboard keys for healing items.
  • I also mapped a touchpad hold gesture to a single keyboard key for weapon inspection.
  • Each gesture sends only one keyboard input (1:1 mapping).

I have seen EA's recent anti-cheat updates and understand that third-party controller software is being monitored more closely.

I also read that simple one-to-one button remapping is generally acceptable, but I would like to confirm whether this applies to DSX.

My questions are:

  1. Is using DSX to map a single controller touchpad gesture to a single keyboard key allowed?
  2. Does using keyboard inputs through a controller count as an unfair advantage, even without macros or automation?
  3. Could this specific setup put my account at risk of suspension or a permanent ban?

I just want to customize my controller while following the game's rules. I would really appreciate clarification from an EA Community Manager or someone familiar with the anti-cheat policy.

Thanks in advance!

3 Replies

  • Jackcsss​ If you are worried about being banned, then you should use a controller that would come with an Xbox/PlayStation, and if you want an honest opinion, I wouldn't use this controller at all.

  • Jackcsss's avatar
    Jackcsss
    Rising Newcomer
    2 days ago

    I'm actually using an official Sony DualSense Edge controller. My concern is specifically about DSX software, which I use to remap touchpad gestures to individual keyboard keys (1:1 mapping). I'm just trying to confirm whether this is allowed under EA's anti-cheat rules.

  • Midnight9746's avatar
    Midnight9746
    Hero+
    2 days ago

    Jackcsss​ My apologies, I thought DSX was the controller with its own program, although other programs that offer controller remapping, (such as DS4Windows and reWASD), are blocked by the game, so I would imagine that DSX is blocked as well.

    Midnight9746 wrote:

    If you are worried about being banned, then you should use a controller that would come with an Xbox/PlayStation

    I'll also add onto this and say that you should use what the game supports natively, (like how you can use a keyboard and mouse on PC, but not on Console).

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