# PlayTow > Turn your phone into a professional wireless game controller for your PC. Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.playtow.gamepad](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.playtow.gamepad) ## Overview - **ID:** `com.playtow.gamepad` - **Platform:** Android - **Type:** Android app - **Status:** Available - **Publisher:** Ray Creating - **Category:** TOOLS - **Downloads:** 316 - **Version:** 1.0.2 - **Last updated:** 2026-03-02 - **First published:** 2026-03-02 - **Publisher country:** GB - **Size:** 6.15 MB - **Data as of:** 2026-09-03 - **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.playtow.gamepad) - **Website:** [https://playtow.app](https://playtow.app/) - **Privacy policy:** [https://playtow.app/privacy](https://playtow.app/privacy) ## Description PlayTow transforms your Android device into a high-performance wireless game controller for Windows PCs.

Designed for low-latency responsiveness, PlayTow allows you to control PC games using your mobile device's touch screen. It is compatible with a wide range of Windows applications and games by emulating standard controller protocols.

Key Features:

Standard Gamepad Emulation
Supports a complete set of controls including dual analog joysticks with L3/R3 clicks, directional pad (D-Pad), ABXY action buttons, shoulder bumpers (L1/R1), and analog triggers (L2/R2).

Haptic Feedback
Integrated vibration support provides real-time haptic feedback from the PC games directly to your mobile device, enhancing the immersion of your gameplay.

Low-Latency Performance
Utilizes a specialized UDP communication protocol to ensure high-speed transmission of input data, minimizing delay between your touch and the action on the screen.

Seamless Connectivity
Includes automatic server discovery within your local Wi-Fi network, allowing for quick pairing. Manual connection via IP address is also supported for advanced network configurations.

Multiple Layout Modes
Features different interface layouts designed for various gaming styles, including a Classic mode for a traditional layout and a specialized TouchSwitch mode for mobile-first operation.

How to Connect:

1. Download the PlayTow Server application for Windows from our official website (playtow.com).
2. Install and launch the server on your PC.
3. Ensure both your Android device and PC are connected to the same local Wi-Fi network.
4. Launch the PlayTow app on your device, scan for the server, and select it to establish a connection.

Technical Requirements:

- Operating System: Android 8.0 (Oreo) or later.
- Network: Local Wi-Fi connection required.
- PC Software: PlayTow Server for Windows (available at playtow.com).

Note: This version of the application is supported by advertisements. A Pro version is available for an ad-free experience. ## Rankings - #1,536,807 — 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.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE` - `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE` - `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE` - `android.permission.INTERNET` - `android.permission.NEARBY_WIFI_DEVICES` - `android.permission.VIBRATE` - `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK` - `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE` - `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID` - `com.playtow.gamepad.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION` ## Similar extensions and apps - [TouchPlay](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.touchplay.app) — 90 users - [Touch - A Pc Controller](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.S2bytes.touch) — 639,019 users, 3.47 / 5 - [Tuffle Gamepad : Controller](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.tuffle.gamepad) — 57,954 users, 2.67 / 5 - [Wireless Gamepad for PC](https://chrome-stats.com/d/wireless.gamepad.for.PC) — 1,706 users - [MobiPad](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.mobipad.app) — 634 users - [PocketController-Pad/Key/Mouse](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.zedlabs.pocketcontroller) — 555 users - [Phantom Pad](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.prevter.phantompad) — 254 users - [GamerPad - Mobile Gamepad](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.coreorbits.gamerpad) — 44,278 users - [Remote GamePad for PC](https://chrome-stats.com/d/pro.gamepad.app) — 71,801 users - [PC Gamepad: Wireless Joystick](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.fluxpad.app) — 2,873 users - [Touch Racer (racing wheel)](https://chrome-stats.com/d/ru.thelv.joy) — 111,791 users, 4.33 / 5 - [PadLink Remote](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.nimets.padlink.remote) — 126 users --- Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.playtow.gamepad)