Can i get a free replacement controller if i have drift?

rat001 · Mar 11, 2022

So about 6 months ago i was given an xbox core controller, but because i prefer keyboard and mouse i have only used it for maybe a month. Now, out of nowhere it has drift, kind of annoying but i usually just work around it because im not able to pay to have it fixed at this time.

My friend got drift on his controller too, and he said they sent him a free elite series 2.

I was wondering if it's possible to get a free replacement controller as well? Is there some form i need to fill out? or do i talk to support? Thanks.

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rat001

oh ok good to know, thanks!

Smwutches

The only way to get a free replacement would be to send it in under warranty, but it may be out of warranty at this point depending on where you live. They typically only have a 90 day warranty.

AcuteJungle66

If it is indeed only 6 months old then you can visit
devicesupport.microsoft.com and your controller should be replaced for free.

I too had some thumbstick drift in a few FPS games, I had the stick curves/settings (via the accessories app) set up a bit too high/severe.

Once I lowered them slightly I no longer experienced any drift.

Hope you can either sort it out via the app, or get yourself a replacement controller soon!

darkist1

If your controllers drifting, rather get it replaced if its brand new.

Controller drift will ruin your games

Albert X

If the controller has a drifting issue then you will have to wait for the replacement. There really is no fix for drifting issues that I know of.

Can i get a free replacement controller if i have drift?