XIM Matrix alternative without the $125 hardware
XIM Matrix and XIM APEX are physical adapters that let console players use mouse & keyboard. On a Windows PC you don't need hardware at all — Inputize creates a virtual Xbox 360 controller in software, converts your mouse to the stick, and the game's aim assist just works.
Why Inputize
XIM Matrix / APEX: XIM Matrix and XIM APEX are hardware boxes that sit between your mouse & keyboard and a console. They cost $125+ (the Matrix is $124.99 in the official store and often ~$155 at retailers), need a physical purchase and firmware updates. Inputize does the same job in software — for PC games.
No hardware to buy
Nothing to plug in. Inputize creates a virtual controller at driver level — the adapter is pure software, unlike a $125+ XIM Matrix.
Aim assist for your mouse
Mouse movement is converted to an analog stick, so the game applies its built-in aim assist to your mouse input — the same XIM-style effect, on any PC.
$19.99 vs $125+
A lifetime license costs a fraction of a XIM Matrix or XIM APEX — and updates are free forever.
Anti-recoil, curves, profiles
Anti-recoil while firing, orbital ADS aim assist, response curves, sensitivity and per-game profiles built in.
Inputize vs XIM Matrix / APEX
A side-by-side look at what matters when you play keyboard & mouse with aim assist.
| Feature | Inputize | XIM Matrix / APEX |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Windows software | Hardware adapter |
| Price | One-time $19.99 | $124.99 official / ~$155 retail |
| Platform | PC games (Windows 10/11) | Consoles (PS5, Xbox) |
| Mouse → stick with aim assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Anti-recoil | ✓ | Configs |
| Setup | Install driver, press F11 | Buy, connect, configure |
| Updates | Free forever | Firmware |
| Works with PC games | ✓ | Limited |
Who it's for
If any of these sound like you, Inputize is worth a try.
PC players who want XIM-style aim assist
Same idea as XIM — mouse & keyboard with controller aim assist — but in software, no adapter between your desk and PC.
Console players thinking about switching
Already used to XIM? On PC the same experience costs $19.99 once, with free updates.
Anyone who doesn't want to ship hardware
Instant download, instant activation, lifetime license. No waiting for delivery.
Questions
Short answers to the questions people ask most.
Can Inputize replace a XIM Matrix on a console?
No — Inputize is Windows software and creates a virtual controller on the PC. It is the PC equivalent of what a XIM Matrix or XIM APEX does for consoles: mouse & keyboard with controller aim assist.
Do I get aim assist in Warzone / Apex on PC?
If the game applies aim assist to controller input, yes — the game sees a virtual gamepad, and Inputize shapes the stick signal so aim assist engages more strongly.
Is it really cheaper than a XIM Matrix?
Yes: $19.99 one-time vs $125–155 for a XIM Matrix, plus there is nothing to ship or replace. A 14-day refund window applies while the key hasn't been activated.
What do I need to run it?
Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit) and about 31 MB. The ViGEmBus driver installs automatically on first launch — one click.
Full guide: Inputize manual — install, mapping, advanced settings, overlay and troubleshooting.
One payment. Lifetime license.
Virtual controller with aim assist, anti-recoil and response curves — $19.99 once, updates free forever.
Buy Inputize — $19.99