Connecting an Xbox Wireless Controller with your Xbox might seem simple, but multiple controllers, new consoles, and connection issues can cause problems. While a foolproof way to connect your Xbox controller to your console is with one of thebest USB-C cables, wireless connections avoid the frustrations of tangling with cables. We show you how to connect your Xbox Wireless Controller with your Xbox console.
How to connect your Xbox Wireless Controller with an Xbox
The standard process of connecting your wireless Xbox controller to an Xbox console is simple. You don’t need additional hardware to connect, although having a charging cable is recommended for convenience. All you need is your wireless Xbox controller and your powered-up Xbox Series X. Here’s what to do:
How to connect your Xbox Wireless Controller to an Android device
Connecting your Xbox controller to other devices can be a little trickier, but nothing you can’t handle. You need a fully charged Android device with the Bluetooth function turned on. Control mapping for certain apps, such as emulators, can be edited for player convenience.
Repeat the steps at the top of the page to switch on your Xbox Wireless Controller and put it into Pairing Mode.
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How to connect your Xbox Wireless Controller with Windows 11
Connecting to a PC with an Xbox controller has been possible for ages, and this case is no exception. The same principles detailed in the Android section apply here. You only need a powered-up PC device with Bluetooth turned on and your wireless Xbox controller.
How to connect your Xbox Wireless Controller to an iOS device
Like before, your Xbox controller can connect to any compatible iOS device that has Bluetooth turned on.
Now you can use your Xbox Wireless Controller skills across multiple devices
The Xbox Wireless Controller is a great companion for any platform with its straightforward layout and compatibility with multiple platforms. For example, you canplay Xbox games on your phonewith Xbox Cloud Gaming and your controller. However, manytop Android-compatible controllersoffer the same quality at better value alongside nifty features like phone clips and programmable buttons.
Regardless of the controller you use, the Xbox Game Pass app should be your companion for gaming on your phone. Thanks to cloud streaming, you can play Xbox games without your console.
