Compatibility
Blender
- Blender 4.5+ — Primary support
- Blender 5.0 — Tested and developed on this version
Operating Systems
| OS | Status |
|---|---|
| Windows | Full support (XInput, Sony HID) |
| macOS | Full support (HID backend) |
| Linux | Not officially supported |
Controllers
| Controller | Windows | macOS |
|---|---|---|
| Xbox (XInput) | ✓ Primary | ✓ |
| Sony DS4 | ✓ HID backend | ✓ |
| Sony DS5 | ✓ HID backend | ✓ |
| RC transmitter (USB joystick; see below) | ✓ FPV mode only | — |
RC transmitters (USB joystick)
These appear as a standard USB game controller / HID joystick when connected to the PC. Use FPV mode in the addon.
EdgeTX / OpenTX (and similar firmware) — typical examples include RadioMaster TX16S, Boxer, Zorro, Jumper T-Pro, and other EdgeTX- or OpenTX-based handsets that expose sticks over USB as a joystick (trainer / USB serial / joystick mode per your radio’s manual).
FrSky — e.g. Taranis and other FrSky radios: when the OS lists the device as a USB joystick (on Windows, commonly STMicroelectronics Joystick in FS Mode for flight-simulator / USB joystick mode), it is supported the same way as other RC USB joysticks above.
Tested Configuration
The addon was tested on:
- OS: macOS 26 Tahoe, Windows 11
- Controllers: DualShock 4, Xbox
- Blender: 4.5–5.0
Notes
- Controller behavior can vary by device and OS backend.
- Some third-party controllers may work if they emulate XInput or standard HID.
- For best results, use first-party Xbox or PlayStation controllers.
- Sony HID: On first run, a one-time auto-restart may occur to stabilise triggers. Move sticks or press a button to "wake" the controller.
- DualShock on Windows: Unpredictable behavior may occur. If it does, click Stop and Start again — the issue should go away. This affects Windows + DualShock only.