Guide on how to use Wii Remotes with steam including tilting / shaking support and IR pointer aiming

[oscarjg3311]

Many have wanted to use Wii Remotes on steam but could not figure out how. It has been possible for a while though! Lets hop into the instructions

1. Download and install WiinUSoft
https://github.com/KeyPuncher/WiinUPro/releases/tag/WiinUSoft3.5
This will be used to register Wii Remote input including shaking / ir aiming

2. Pair the Wii Remote via the program
MAKE SURE BLUETOOTH IS ENABLED!

3. Setup your desired Xbox controller mappings via the program
This program is very simple. Click on a Wii Remote button then click on what button you want the xbox to register

4. Go to your favorite game and enable Steam Input if needed

Congrats! That is the quick tutorial on how to get wii remotes working.

Extra details
This program supports a lot of the Wii Remote extensions. A nunchuk can be used, including its accelerometer!

It also supports motion controls, so shaking the Wii Remote or Nunchuk can toggle an xbox button

And finally, it supports IR aiming! Very great feature.

Have fun!