Gaming Keyboard Splitter 2.2.0.0

January 11, 2026

Additional Information

Gaming Keyboard Splitter lets multiple keyboards act as Xbox controllers, allowing up to four players to enjoy local multiplayer games on one PC

Version	Gaming Keyboard Splitter 2.3.0.0
Requirements	Windows 7/Windows 8/Windows 10/Windows 11
Updated	January 11, 2026
Author	Ivan Yankov
Category	Desktop Enhancements
License	Open Source
Language	English
Download	1808

Overview

Gaming Keyboard Splitter (also known as KeyboardSplitterXbox) is a unique Windows utility that lets multiple keyboards act as independent game controllers. It converts keyboard input into virtual Xbox 360 controllers, allowing up to four players to use separate keyboards for local multiplayer games on a single PC.

This solves a long-standing limitation of Windows, where all keyboards are normally treated as one input device.

What is Gaming Keyboard Splitter?

By default, Windows merges all connected keyboards into one. Games can only see a single keyboard, making true multiplayer with keyboards impossible.

Gaming Keyboard Splitter bypasses this limitation by:

Detecting each keyboard separately
Converting each keyboard into a virtual Xbox controller
Sending the input through XInput so games recognize each keyboard as a gamepad

This makes it possible to enjoy couch co-op games with friends using only keyboards.

How it works

The software runs a custom input driver that tracks keys from each connected keyboard. You can then create up to four virtual Xbox 360 controllers and assign specific keys to each one.

Each player gets their own:

Movement keys
Action buttons
Triggers and analog controls

To the game, these appear as real Xbox controllers.

Key Features

Multiple keyboard support

Track up to ten keyboards and map them to four virtual gamepads.

Advanced key mapping

Assign any key to any button on a virtual Xbox controller.

Real-time detection

Keyboards are detected instantly when plugged in or removed.

Built-in testing tools

Check your virtual controllers before launching a game.

Input blocking

Lock or unlock keyboard input to avoid interference while gaming.

Who should use Gaming Keyboard Splitter?

This tool is ideal for:

Local multiplayer gaming
Party games
Emulation setups
LAN gaming
Players without physical controllers

Conclusion

Gaming Keyboard Splitter brings true keyboard-based multiplayer to Windows games by turning multiple keyboards into independent Xbox controllers. It’s a powerful, flexible, and free solution for anyone who wants to enjoy co-op gaming without buying extra hardware.

If you love local multiplayer games on PC, this tool can completely change your experience.