Mouse.ini May 2026

On Linux, a file named xboxdrv-mouse.ini is used to make a gamepad act as a mouse.

Used in streaming overlays (e.g., input-overlay) to define visual mouse layouts. 🛠️ Key Technical Applications 1. Bethesda Games (Skyrim/Fallout) mouse.ini

[ui-axismap] x1=REL_X:10 — Sets the stick to control relative X-axis movement. On Linux, a file named xboxdrv-mouse

Setting bMouseAcceleration=0 to ensure a 1:1 movement ratio. mouse.ini

Are you trying to in a specific game (like Skyrim or Fallout)? Are you using a streaming overlay that requires this file?

Incorrect syntax (e.g., missing brackets like [Controls] ) can cause software to ignore the file or crash.