Keyboard Emulation as Controllers in Steam Remote Play

[devilmen]

I’ve been enjoying Steam Remote Play, but I’ve noticed a limitation when trying to play local multiplayer games with friends who don’t have controllers. Many games require controllers for additional players, leaving those without hardware unable to join in.

Wouldn’t it be great if Steam Remote Play offered a built-in option to emulate controllers using keyboards for additional players? This would allow remote players to map their keyboard inputs to virtual controllers, making it easier for everyone to join in without needing to invest in extra equipment.

For example, Player 1 could use the main keyboard/mouse setup, and other remote players could configure their keyboards to emulate a controller. This would greatly expand accessibility for people who don’t own controllers or prefer keyboard input.