Play Mac games with your pocket game pad.
iDrift turns your iPhone into a premium wireless game pad for Mac games, built for smooth control, fast pairing, and per-game customization.
Pair your iPhone to your Mac in seconds using a QR code, connect automatically when nearby, and start playing with low-latency input. iDrift is designed for Mac games that use keyboard + mouse controls. Your phone becomes the controller.
Console-style controls, made for Mac
• Dual analog sticks for movement + camera/mouse-look
• ABXY action buttons and L1/L2/R1/R2 triggers
• Tap-to-click and mouse-look support for aiming and camera control
• Optional gyro steering for tilt-based control (great for driving)
Per-game profiles and custom key mapping
Create profiles for each game with your own keymap:
• Map buttons, triggers, and movement to any keyboard keys
• Save multiple layouts and switch instantly while you play
• Personalize the look with themed controller styles per profile
Built for speed, stability, and privacy
• Streams controller state at high refresh for responsive gameplay
• Reliable button taps + low-latency analog motion
• Secure pairing with encrypted MultipeerConnectivity sessions
• “Forget device” support on iPhone or Mac to keep trusted devices in sync
Mac receiver: lightweight menu-bar app
The Mac companion app runs from the menu bar and converts iDrift inputs into keyboard + mouse events. It also manages pairing, trusted devices, and connection status.
Ideal for
Mac games, emulators, and any title that plays best with a game pad feel, without buying extra hardware.
