Windows 10 - random issues with xbox 360 controllers

Discus and support Windows 10 - random issues with xbox 360 controllers in XBoX on Consoles to solve the problem; So I have some old xbox 360 controllers (2 wireless, 1 wired, and a wired 6 button arcade stick) They all randomly. . .go crazy on windows 10. If I... Discussion in 'XBoX on Consoles' started by righteous grabe, Jan 15, 2018.

  1. righteous grabe
    righteous grabe Guest

    Windows 10 - random issues with xbox 360 controllers


    So I have some old xbox 360 controllers (2 wireless, 1 wired, and a wired 6 button arcade stick)

    They all randomly. . .go crazy on windows 10.

    If I remove and re-install drivers it works for a bit. . .but always the issue comes back

    what is crazy?

    The controller is twitchy

    buttons don't do assigned tasks, but random things on the pc. For instance if you try hitting a button on the properties tab of windows 10 controller test. .it closes the windows. You can't map. its random!

    anyone else have this issue?

    :)
     
    righteous grabe, Jan 15, 2018
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  2. Mister Getafix
    Mister Getafix Guest
    XBox One Elite controller not recognised by Windows 7

    Heya!

    As valoryea mentioned Windows 7 and the new controllers may have issues without that driver. We would mostly recommend using Windows 10 with the controllers as Windows 10 is designed to be compatible with them and Windows 7 is not.

    As Windows 7 is not fully compatible with the controller you may run into issues even with the drivers installed.

    We do wish you the best with that though.

    If you run into issues even after you have upgraded to Windows 10 do let us know!
     
    Mister Getafix, Jan 15, 2018
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  3. Catherine Cus.
    Catherine Cus. Guest
    Does ANYONE at Xbox care about the useless wireless dongles they are selling?

    Hi,

    One possible reason as to why you're encountering issues with connecting the controller while streaming using the Xbox app on Windows 10 is due to an outdated device driver. Other reasons are corrupted profile data and compatibility issues with the controllers
    and your Windows 10 PC.

    We suggest checking if there are updates available for your Xbox controllers on Windows 10. Refer to

    How to update your Xbox One Controller on Windows     10 for the steps.

    Note: Make sure to restart your console and your Windows 10 PC after updating.

    Do get back to us with the results. We'd be glad to provide you additional assistance.
     
    Catherine Cus., Jan 15, 2018
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  4. Puppy Fujo Win User

    xbox 360 controller pc wireless with World War Z

    Here is the troubleshooter for issues with your 360 controller and Windows 10. It will walk you through identifying most issues. Let us know if you need more help.

    360 Controller for Windows 10 Help
  5. Videea Win User

    cant connect an Xbox 360 controller to PC windows 10 via cable

    I have a VERY similar issue... i think you are talking about a wired 360 controller, but I am more specifically talking about a wired 360 guitar (controller). mine also is recognized by windows 10 as a 360 controller (not a guitar), and despite everything I do with them (i have 2)... it will not work on my xbox 1 x through windows 10 (and the xbox companion app built into windows 10). I was able to get my xbox 1 wired regular controller to work using windows 10. if you find an answer, please let me know, it will likely fix my issue as well, even though my issue is slightly different
  6. XBF Leonzo G Win User

    Xbox 360 wireless controller please the step for w8.1

    Hello Grondis,

    Thank you for bringing this issue to our attention. The Xbox 360 wireless controller requires a gaming receiver in order to connect to a computer. The article entitled

    Xbox 360 Wireless Gaming Receiver for Windows 10     contains steps on how to set up the controller on a Windows 10, Windows 8 and Windows 7 computer. Be sure to let us know the results!
  7. Obsessive Power Win User

    Wired Xbox 360 Controller doesn't work - Windows 10 Pro Ver. 21H1

    Hi,

    Sounds like a faulty controller to me. Especially if it used to work but now it doesn't and the fact that you've tried it on two different computer's.

    Downloading drivers won't help as there are no updated drivers. The drivers for the Xbox 360 controllers are built into Windows 10. There no issues with Xbox 360 controllers and Windows 10 to my knowledge.

    The only way for sure would be to try another Xbox 360 controller or a third party Xinput supported controller. Failing that an Xbox One or Series X|S controller.
  8. StuartATrueRed Win User

    Laptop not detecting xbox 360 wired controller

    Are you sure the Xbox 360 is a wired Xbox 360 controller, and not connected by a separate cable like the play and charge cable? If it is the play and charge cable, it will not work on Windows 10, as it only charges the batteries on a PC. If it is a actual
    wired controller, then Windows 10 should detect and then download the drivers if needed.

    More info on connecting a 360 controller to a PC can be found here
    https://beta.support.xbox.com/help/xbox-360/xbox-on-windows/accessories/xbox-controller-for-windows-setup
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