xbox 360 controller on windows 10

[WueroLoco]

ok i have windows 10 and an xbox 360 controller. it's the wireless one with plug and play and i can't figure out how to get it working... if someone knows of a way or if it's even possible please let me know

[Qwerty]

What all have you tried so far to get it working?

[WueroLoco]

plugged it in, installed different drivers to support it and nothing has worked.. i've even done a couple hours of research on youtube and the internet but still nothing. the oldest posts on youtube or online are from almost a year ago. i figured that by now someone would have found something out. i know you can use a wireless reciever... but i really don't feel like spending the extra money... not only that but it's kinda ♥♥♥♥♥♥ up of microsoft to allow people who have a wired controller to be able to play without spending extra money. yet i have bought a wireless controller a charge and play kit and other xbox 360 related accessories and games and im excited to try it out on pc but when i try i can't.. they want me to spend even more money on a "wireless reciever" to be able to use the controller...

[WueroLoco]

Greedy bastards need to figure out an inexpensive way to support their own hardware and accessories.

[The Giving One]

I would suggest that you ask about that here below...

http://steamcommunity.com/discussions/forum/11/

[WueroLoco]

i did lol and no one replied lol

[ReBoot]

I use a wireless 360 controller myself.
1. Plug the receiver in
2. Turn on the gamepad
3. Press the connect buttons for 3 or so seconds on both the receiver and the controller
This is literally the only way. The play and charge kit doesn't transmit any data over the cable. If you want to play via cable, buy a non-wireless 360 controller.

[Cathulhu]

If you try to connect your wireless controller with the play&charge kit, that does not work.
The Play&Charge Kit only connects to the rechargeable battery in the controller, not the controller itself.
You must have a wireless receiver if you want to use a wireless 360 controller on your PC.

[WueroLoco]

alright guys appreciate it.

[O(P)Kruszek]

Here's all you need to know how to setup a Xbox wireless pad for PC.
https://support.xbox.com/en-US/xbox-on-windows/accessories/xbox-controller-for-windows-setup
The wireless receiver you're complaining about is the most needed thing to connect pad to PC.