LegendCTL is a lightweight, local Windows application for reading and applying supported settings on ZD Ultimate Legend controllers directly over USB/HID. It is an independent, standalone tool that does not require the official ZD Gaming app, and it makes no network calls, installs no drivers, and runs no background service. Configure USB polling rate, the button-binding matrix, stick deadzones and sensitivity curves, axis inversion, triggers, per-zone lighting, vibration, and back-paddle bindings, then save them as reusable profiles that persist across sessions. Restore Points and the vendor "Restore to default" path give you a clear way back if a controller ever feels off.
Publisher’s description
What is LegendCTL?
LegendCTL by EvilHumphrey is open-source Windows software in the gaming tools category. It ranks 31st by popularity among gaming tools in this catalogue. It is written in Python.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (Inno Setup) installers for 64-bit Windows. Installation asks for administrator rights. It needs Windows 10 1809 or newer. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Updates and version history
The current version is 2.6.4, released on October 17, 2026. The version history goes back to July 12, 2026: 3 releases, all linked to the official files. The last update is less than a month old.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (EvilHumphrey/LegendCTL) has 6 stars. Similar programs include ViGEm Bus Driver, Carnac and CrossOver.
Project description on GitHub: “A local Windows app for reading and applying ZD Ultimate Legend controller settings — deadzones, sensitivity curves, polling rate, button mapping, and lighting, with on-device verification and restore points.”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
- Updated in the last two months
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: LegendCTL is an open-source gaming tool tool for 64-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is LegendCTL safe to download?
- The file is served by github.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
AA09510A25A1CB93F605B9F241E304239B248118F1AEF1F193AE8C305C625D6D· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 3 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.6.4Latest | October 17, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 2.6.2 | July 20, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 2.6.0 | July 12, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id EvilHumphrey.LegendCTL -eZDUltimateLegend-v2.6.4-Setup.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTARTRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- EvilHumphrey
- Category
- Gaming tools
- Licence
- MIT
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/EvilHumphrey/LegendCTL
- Written in
- Python
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10 (Windows 10 1809+)
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (Inno Setup)
- Version
- 2.6.4
- Released
- October 17, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- July 31, 2026
- Versions listed
- 3
- GitHub stars
- 6
- GitHub forks
- 1
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- EvilHumphrey.LegendCTL
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is LegendCTL free?
Yes. LegendCTL is open-source software under the MIT licence.
Is LegendCTL safe to download?
The download comes from github.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install LegendCTL with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can LegendCTL be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Which Windows versions does LegendCTL support?
The installer requires Windows 10 1809 or newer and is available for 64-bit.
Does LegendCTL run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of LegendCTL?
The versions page lists all 3 versions with links to their official installer files, back to July 12, 2026.
What are alternatives to LegendCTL?
ViGEm Bus Driver, Carnac, CrossOver, Prismatik (unofficial) and HunterPie. The alternatives page compares them.
