For years, the stood as the definitive, lightweight solution to bridge this gap. This driver package tricks your Windows operating system into recognizing your DualShock controller as a native Xbox 360 controller.
Right-click the archive, open , look at the bottom Security section, and check the box to Unblock the archive if Windows flagged it as arriving from another machine. Click Apply .
Issue with connecting multiple DS3 controllers using Bluetooth
At first glance, it appears to be a routine driver package for a data storage (DS) device, likely from a hardware vendor using the initials SCP. But to those initiated into the lore of the SCP Foundation (Secure, Contain, Protect), the implications are staggering. Could this be a real-world software package? A hoax? Or a genuine digital artifact from a parallel timeline where the Foundation outsources its IT infrastructure? scp-ds-driver-package-1.2.0.160
: A more modern installer that expanded on version 1.2.0.160 but is now also considered deprecated/legacy BthPS3 & DsHidMini
Before modern wrappers like DS4Windows or modern driver stacks like DsHidMini took over, the served as the definitive open-source solution for bridge-building between Sony's hardware and Microsoft's PC gaming ecosystem. By spoofing native Windows mechanics, this specific driver package convinces your system that a legacy DualShock 3 controller is actually an Xbox 360 Controller for Windows
If you are configuring wireless play, check the box. If your Bluetooth adapter is generic, you may also need to check Force Install . Click the Install button. For years, the stood as the definitive, lightweight
Below is a technical overview and setup guide based on community documentation and usage. Technical Overview
The standout feature of version 1.2.0.160 is its ability to bridge the gap between DirectInput (the native language of the DS3) and XInput (the standard for modern Windows games).
Its persistence stems from three factors: Click Apply
Note: The driver will hijack the Bluetooth dongle, meaning it cannot be used for other devices (like Bluetooth headphones) while the controller is connected. Troubleshooting Common Issues While 1.2.0.160 is stable, some users may face issues:
Before we descend into paranoia, we must apply the scientific method. There are three likely non-anomalous explanations:
Translates Xbox vibration signals into the DualShock motor configurations.
It runs as a background service ( ScpService.exe ) that translates controller signals in real-time. Key Components
Must support Bluetooth 2.0 or higher + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate). Installation Guide: SCP-DS-Driver-Package-1.2.0.160