# RealGamepad

> RealGamepad is a virtual joystick to play your PC games with your Smartphone.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/co.loultimo.realgamepad](https://chrome-stats.com/d/co.loultimo.realgamepad)

## Overview

- **ID:** `co.loultimo.realgamepad`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** LoUltimo Soft
- **Category:** ENTERTAINMENT
- **Downloads:** 560,266
- **Rating:** 2.09 / 5 (1,171 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.1.0
- **Last updated:** 2024-05-26
- **First published:** 2020-03-20
- **Publisher country:** MX
- **Size:** 19 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.loultimo.realgamepad)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://realgamepad.oniricalsoft.com/privacy-policy/](https://realgamepad.oniricalsoft.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

RealGamepad is an innovative Chrome extension that transforms your smartphone into a fully functional virtual joystick, allowing you to play your favorite PC games effortlessly. By installing the companion desktop client on your Windows or Linux computer and ensuring both devices are connected to the same WiFi network, you can enjoy a seamless gaming experience without traditional gamepads.

Designed by gamers for gamers, RealGamepad offers the best interface for virtual control, making it easy and intuitive to enhance your gaming sessions. Download the desktop client from the provided public link, run it as Administrator, and start playing right away with your smartphone serving as a responsive game controller.

## Rankings

- #94,308 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `co.loultimo.realgamepad.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Reviews are mixed. Many users praise RealGamepad for fast setup, responsive controls with low input lag, and customizable layouts and 3D designs, especially for PC/emulator use. However, a core set of reviews report connectivity issues, crashes, and missing Android TV support. Some mention a paywall to unlock additional styles via RealGame Pro. Overall, strong features when it connects, but reliability and platform gaps limit the experience.

### Pros

- Fast, hassle-free connection setup
- Smooth and responsive controls with minimal input lag
- Intuitive and customizable button layouts
- Many appealing 3D layouts and visual variety
- Good PC/emulator compatibility (works well with PC via emulator)

### Cons

- Connectivity issues: frequently not connecting or not working (automatic/manual modes both fail)
- App crashes and instability, especially in automatic mode
- No Android TV support despite user requests
- Pro features require purchase/unlock to access additional styles (paywall)

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/co.loultimo.realgamepad)