X360ce

X360ce

X360ce is a software that allows users to configure and use Xbox 360 controllers on PCs. It maps controller inputs to keyboard and mouse inputs, enabling games without native controller support to be played with a gamepad.
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X360ce: Map Xbox 360 Controller Inputs on PC

A software solution for gamers to play Xbox 360 games on PCs without native controller support, by mapping controller inputs to keyboard and mouse inputs.

What is X360ce?

X360ce is an open source software that enables PC gamers to use Xbox 360 controllers for games that don't natively support gamepads. It works by translating the controller inputs into simulated keyboard and mouse inputs.

The key features of X360ce include:

  • Supports wired and wireless Xbox 360 controllers
  • Automatic controller recognition and mapping
  • Remapping of buttons, axes, and triggers
  • Force feedback rumble support
  • Deadzone and sensitivity adjustment
  • Supports multiple controllers

X360ce is useful for playing older games or indie games that lack native controller support. It allows you to sit back with a gamepad instead of needing keyboard and mouse. The input mapping customization also lets you tweak controls to your personal preferences.

While designed for Xbox 360 controllers, X360ce has expanded support for many other gamepads over time via user-submitted controller profiles. It remains a popular choice for getting controllers working with a wide variety of games on Windows.

X360ce Features

Features

  1. Maps Xbox 360 controller inputs to keyboard and mouse inputs
  2. Supports multiple controllers
  3. Allows custom button mapping
  4. Has deadzone and sensitivity adjustment
  5. Works with both wired and wireless Xbox 360 controllers

Pricing

  • Free
  • Open Source

Pros

Lets you use Xbox controllers on PC games without native controller support

Free and open source

Easy to set up and use

Active community support

Cons

May not work perfectly with all games

Requires some technical knowledge to troubleshoot issues

Not officially supported by Microsoft or Xbox


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