Joystick Show
Joystick Show is a lightweight utility for macOS that displays on-screen visual feedback of connected game controller input in real time. It shows button presses, joystick positions, trigger values, and other controller state information, making it useful for game developers testing controller input, for streamers demonstrating gameplay, and for troubleshooting controller connectivity issues. The app sits unobtrusively on screen and updates instantly as controller input changes.
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1 suggestionWe could not find public information about whether a native Apple Silicon build of Joystick Show exists. The app appears to be a niche developer tool that may not have widespread documentation online. If you rely on this utility, we recommend contacting the developer directly through the Mac App Store or their website to ask about native Apple Silicon support and development plans. Given that Apple will remove Rosetta 2 in macOS 28 (September 2028), confirming the status now will give you time to plan alternatives if needed. As interim contingencies, you may want to explore other controller testing tools or consider keeping an older Intel-capable Mac for legacy testing workflows until you hear back from the developer.
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