Unable to connect xbox one controller

[ekaj116]

I found a previous discussion on this subject, but it was more than 4 years old...has anyone had any luck being able to successfully connect an xbox one controller in recent years? My controller is connected to my computer via the wireless connection adapter. It works without any issues for my other games, except this one. I tried all suggested tricks in the old thread:

Trick #1:

Here are the steps:
1) Before starting the game make sure NO CONTROLLER IS ACTIVE when the game starts.
2) Navigate all the way to the main menu WITH THE KEYBOARD.
3) ONLY plug in or turn on your controller after the game reaches this point.

Trick #2:

"xpadder" 5.3 (last free version)

Trick #3:

"x360ce"

I use to play this game originally on the xbox 360 growing up, so I know it's compatible with a controller.

I would be forever thankful if someone would be able to help me. Additionally, If anyone still plays this game, I'd love to set up some multiplayer matches.

Thanks everyone!

[Sippio]

cool..
FYI The xbox 360 controller isn't supposed to be 'better/superior' but somehow it is.
I use the Xbox 360 Chrome one.
The Chrome has the quality D-pad and axis & sticks.
almost like a elite lite lol.
~I struggled with accepting that the xbox one & esp The Elite didn't feel as good in every single game played.

Ekaj,,if you get the chance to try the Chrome then go for it.
They we're $80 when the regfular 360 controllers we're $50..
They also look pretty epic but that's kinda irrelevant..

~I want my Hotas X thrustmaster flight stick to work but it's
sooo freaking annoying dealing with buutton mapping..
*The next flight stick or steering wheel i get will have labled buttons from a xbox controller on em.
Just to ease the transition..
*i can't find the d-pad on the stick... i think it's the throttle but ugh....

Too bad they didn't continue this series.. sure is fun
and it keeps the PS3/360's going.

[Jackal]

I'll keep this short and sweet, but have you enabled "Xbox 360 Compatibility" within the options in the main menu? If you haven't go to, Options > Controls > General, and it should be the first option.

Edit: And then utilize the first tip you found, only activate the controller after it has reached the main menu screen, otherwise the controls will be all wonky.