Touchpad Mode Guide for Epic Games with Your Phone as a Controller
Switch to touchpad mode when a launcher, emulator menu, or game inventory works better with mouse input. Learn the best layout, setup order, latency tips, and troubleshooting steps for Epic Games Store titles.
AI Summary
Switch to touchpad mode when a launcher, emulator menu, or game inventory works better with mouse input.
You can navigate PC menus from the couch without grabbing a keyboard or mouse.
Quick Answer
Switch to touchpad mode when a launcher, emulator menu, or game inventory works better with mouse input.
For Epic Games Store titles, Gamepad works by sending your phone input over local WiFi to the Windows server. The server exposes a virtual Xbox 360 controller, which is the controller format most PC games and launchers understand automatically.
Why This Setup Works
Epic Games Store players often need reliable XInput support, not a complicated remote-control tool. Gamepad focuses on that one job: turn a phone into a recognizable controller for Windows.
The best fit is players who launch games outside Steam and still need XInput support. Common examples include Fortnite, Rocket League, Fall Guys, GTA V, and Epic library games with controller support.
Recommended Layout
Start with the FPS layout. It gives the strongest default mapping for Epic Games Store titles while keeping the controls easy to learn.
If the game has menus, launchers, or inventory screens that prefer mouse input, switch temporarily to touchpad mode and then return to the controller layout before gameplay.
Setup Steps
Install the phone app, run Gamepad Server on Windows, confirm both devices are on the same local network, scan the QR code, and wait for the connected indicator before launching the game.
Start Gamepad Server first, connect your phone, then launch the Epic game so the controller is visible at startup.
Optimization Tips
You can navigate PC menus from the couch without grabbing a keyboard or mouse.
For the most consistent experience, use 5GHz WiFi, keep the PC close to the router or connected by Ethernet, and avoid VPN software that blocks local network traffic.
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Questions People Ask
Does Gamepad work for Epic Games Store titles?
Yes. If the game or app supports Xbox/XInput controllers, the virtual controller created by Gamepad should be detected like a normal Xbox 360 controller.
Do I need internet for this setup?
No. The connection is local WiFi only. Internet is not required after the phone and PC are on the same network.
Which layout should I use first?
Use the FPS layout first, then adjust to FPS, Racing, or Touchpad mode depending on the game.
Ready to use your phone as a controller?
Download the phone app and Windows server, then connect over local WiFi.
Download GamepadRelated Guides
Touchpad Mode Guide for Steam Games with a Phone Controller
Switch to touchpad mode when a launcher, emulator menu, or game inventory works better with mouse input.
Best Free Way to Play Epic Games with Your Phone as a Controller
The simplest free setup is to install Gamepad on your phone, run Gamepad Server on Windows, and connect over the same WiFi network.
Setup Guide for Epic Games with Your Phone as a Controller
Start the Windows server, scan the QR code with your phone, then launch the game after the virtual controller appears.
Low-Latency Guide for Epic Games with Your Phone as a Controller
Use 5GHz WiFi, keep the PC wired to the router when possible, and close heavy background apps on the phone.