360 Controller

[Bangarang]

I've got an XBOX 360 controller that's wireless, but I have it plugged into my computer with a cord. I've downloaded and installed the pc drivers for the controller, and also restarted my computer multiple times, however, I can not get it to work with any of my steam games. Any suggestions?

[Bad 💀 Motha]

You have to buy a wireless receiver because it's not something your PC already has the capability of doing/supporting.

Where as on a 360 console, the wireless receiver is already built into that.

But yea if it is a big deal, or u don't understand, get a wired controller.

You don't need anything labeled "PC version" or "For Windows" as far as these Microsoft 360 controllers are concerned, those just come with a Driver CD, which u don't even need.

[eram]

Escrito originalmente por Bad-Motha:

You don't need anything labeled "PC version" or "For Windows" as far as these Microsoft 360 controllers are concerned, those just come with a Driver CD, which u don't even need.

It's cheaper if you do. Wired xbox common controller for windows @ £17.99. The same thing in an xbox 360 wrapper is £24.99. Same thing for the wireless versions.

[Bad 💀 Motha]

Exactly!

While I never had to use the Drivers you can get it from Microsoft's website here:
http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/en-us/downloads#gaming

All the software does is add a very small background app so that you can easily check your battery level (on the Wireless controller) when u press the X360 button, and it will display it in OSD form, both in your Windows OS and in-game.

I've tried both official Microsoft 360 controller types in Vista and later and they all work through plug&play, no drivers needed. There is however a driver update for them via Windows Updates.

But again to clarify, if u use a wireless controller in conjunction with play&charge kit, this will show a device (which is nothing actually) and it will only allow you to recharge any chargeable batteries within the controller, don't waste money on that unless u need it for your 360 console. The play&charge kit will not do any data transmission on a PC, just power for charging purposes. Thus is why a wireless receiver is needed if u want wireless controller to work. Just like u would need for a wireless keyboard or mouse to work.

[Bangarang]

Thank you all for your input. I now have a wired controller in the process of being shipped to me by Amazon.

[Curium]

Escrito originalmente por Kargor:

To my knowledge, the USB cable is only useful for charging the device; there is no data connection. A wired version of the controller is sold as a different product.

You need to buy the receiver. Amazon US link[www.amazon.com]

Thank you for providing such direct help. I just did a search for "360 Controller" and found this answer instantly.

[juul]

You have to use a wired xbox controller for pc, and for some games go into settings and set it to use controller (Different games have different settings)

[Bangarang]

I am currently using a wired controller with zero problems. Thank you for all your input.

[Bad 💀 Motha]

Escrito originalmente por YouRang?:

You have to use a wired xbox controller for pc, and for some games go into settings and set it to use controller (Different games have different settings)

Where do u get this idea from? Total BS is what it is. Stop spread non-sense just cause u maybe couldn't get one to work, or know how.

I use USB Receiver + 2 Wireless 360 Controllers, zero problems with games that support controllers.

[!@TrAsHeR@!]

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