Help with Android cloud gaming with SteelSeries Stratus XL controller

Hello Ben F_412,



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Based on the your query, you are trying to verify if SteelSeries Nimbus + gaming is compatible for cloud gaming on a Windows PC. Let us help you find the information that will help us address your concern.

As per checking with the list of compatible controllers that can be used for cloud gaming, the verified non-Microsoft controllers that Xbox team has tested and verified for cloud gaming by under SteelSeries manufacturer is the Stratus XL for Windows, Android, and VR (Bluetooth connection). Unfortunately, the model of the controller that you are currently using is not compatible for PC cloud gaming. You may check it from the manufacturer of the controller to check as well which device will the controller work and for your reference on what brand of controllers that is suitable for PC cloud gaming you can find the information on the link below.

• What controllers can I use for cloud gaming on Xbox? | Xbox Support
  

We thank you for bringing this concern here and glad to provide the exact information that can help address your concern.





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Hello, AlanVazquez. Thanks for reaching out! My name is Lucas, and I'm an Independent Advisor and a Microsoft user just like you. I'll be happy to assist you today.

I also play through cloud gaming on my computer using a Xbox 360 USB controller.

To see what controllers are supported for cloud gaming, please take a look at this list:

https://support.xbox.com/help/games-apps/cloud-...

This list takes into consideration all supported platforms (console, computer, mobile). So you need to search what controllers on that list can be used on Windows. This can be done by searching on the manufacturer's website for the controller driver and Windows support.

As far as I know, all official Microsoft Xbox controllers have Windows support and can be used for cloud gaming via USB cable or bluetooth. MOGA XP5-A Plus and SteelSeries Stratus XL should work on Windows too.

If you have any question, feel free to ask me.

Hi Renne, I’m Ryan.

I’m afraid that specific controller model isn’t compatible with Xbox consoles.

As per the official SteelSeries website, it currently only supports Mobile Android 4+ (Wireless), PC via a USB Type C Cable, and Chromebook - Chrome OS.
https://steelseries.com/gaming-controllers/stratus-plus

If you have any further questions about the controller, please refer to the FAQ: https://support.steelseries.com/hc/en-us/search?utf8=✓&query=STRATUS++Wireless+Gaming+Controller or contact SteelSeries Support directly - there’s a chat box or their website or you can DM them on Twitter at https://twitter.com/SteelSupport

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Here to help.

I am also trying to just find a set up that works. Have a ZTE K88 tablet on hand. Won’t pair with controller that came with my XboxoneX. Bought a Samsung tab A. Connects then just drops over and over. Returned tablet and took controller to test on floor
models. Only worked on one Lenovo tablet they were out of. (Connected but no response on 2 other Samsung and Lenovo tabs). Days later decided to buy bluetooth controller for android. Steelseries stratus duo. Worked great right away with ZTE tablet but XCloud
says to connect a supported controller?! Can’t win.

devices:

1. Pixel XL. Android 9

2. xiaomi redmi. Android 7