Is it possible to use the Xbox 360 controller with PC Minecraft?

HongNguyenvnn · May 20, 2022

I recently started playing the PC version and it's definitely a lot better than the 360 version but there's a few things I really don't like about it such as the clunky mouse and keyboard controls. Maybe I'm just used to playing it on the console but it feels so much better to be able to use the analog sticks over the mouse anyday.

After a bit of research I downloaded the drivers for the xbox controller however I still need another program that enables me to use it with Minecraft. I've heard people suggest Xpadder although I really don't want to pay for something if I can get a product with the exact same function for free. So are there any Mods or anything like that to fix this problem?

Oh a side note I noticed my Xbox Controller doesn't light up when it's connected through my USB port but when I check the control panel it says it's working properly. Do I need a specific controller designed for the PC or will the ones made for the xbox work?

Thanks!

:)

SwordofWhedon

The Xbox 360 controller, assuming you’re using wireless only charges via USB. You would need to get the now discontinued 360 wireless adapter

Any Xbox one controller will connect via USB, Bluetooth, or the Xbox wireless adapter. You need to use USB or the Xbox adapter for headset support

gds1972

Hi

I don't think it is possible to use the Xbox 360 wireless receiver with an Xbox One controller. If your PC has Bluetooth then it is possible to connect some Xbox One controllers to a PC this way.

I Dashboard It

The possible of it coming to PC is very possible, look at how Minecraft's coming to Xbox 360 as an ARCADE game. I'm sure Diablo 3 can survive on Xbox 360.

schnurren

Hello kennethnomatye,

It is not possible to connect the Xbox 360 to the PC using the Play & Charge kit. The only function of that cable is to charge the batteries).

If you want to use that gamepad on the PC, you will need to buy a wireless adapter for Xbox 360 controller.

Arminator

The Xbox can't be controlled by keyboard and mouse through the Stream mode at all. While it's possible in the Minecraft Bedrock Edition to use Keyboard and mouse, all other games don't accept keyboard and mouse input at all.

You might have to try Minecraft, if you can control it via Keyboard and mouse while streaming to your PC.

Is it possible to use the Xbox 360 controller with PC Minecraft?