Gaming Keyboard Splitter for Windows

What this utility does

Gaming Keyboard Splitter is a Windows utility that lets you attach several USB keyboards and treat each one as its own input device. Normally Windows merges all connected keyboards into a single input stream, but this application separates them so each keyboard can control an independent virtual Xbox 360 controller. That makes it possible for multiple people to play on one PC using separate keyboards.

How it operates

The program maps individual physical keyboards to distinct virtual controller profiles (up to four), and updates device connections live so you always see which keyboards are active. You can build custom profiles and bind a specific keyboard to a chosen controller layout, then use those mappings in games or other Windows programs that accept Xbox 360 controller input.

Key capabilities

• Create as many as four separate virtual Xbox 360 controllers and assign a keyboard to each.
• Live detection of plugged-in keyboards so profiles update immediately.
• Apply and save custom presets linking keyboards to controller layouts.
• Use keyboards with anti-ghosting to ensure reliable simultaneous key presses.
• Extend controller input to non-game applications that support Xbox 360 controllers.

System requirements and dependencies

• Windows operating system (desktop versions supported).
• Microsoft Xbox 360 Controller Driver must be installed for the virtual controllers to function.
• USB keyboards (anti-ghosting models recommended for multi-key reliability).

Compatibility and recommended use

• Works with games that accept Xbox 360 controller input as well as other Windows programs that support that controller type.
• For best responsiveness, use keyboards with n-key rollover or anti-ghosting features when multiple simultaneous key presses are expected.
• Install the required Xbox 360 driver before running the utility to ensure virtual controllers are recognized by software.

Quick setup steps

1. Install the Microsoft Xbox 360 Controller Driver.
2. Plug in the USB keyboards you want to use.
3. Launch Gaming Keyboard Splitter, assign keyboards to controller slots, save a preset, and start your compatible game or application.