How to use xbox 360 controller on mac/pc

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smoshfreak

Snowy

#1 Posted 9 months ago	[ Reply ] [ Quote ]
I have a wired xbox 360 controller and yes I do have the driver already for the controller my question is HOW DO I GET THIS TO WORK. What program do I need and then how to use the program I have downloaded ControllerMate so if someone could tell me how to do this on ControllerMate that would be great.

smoshfreak

Snowy

#2 Posted 9 months ago	[ Reply ] [ Quote ]
In reply to smoshfreak, #1: BTW I am on a mac

jdog90000

#3 Posted 9 months ago	[ Reply ] [ Quote ]
If it's the same as pc which it very possibly isn't, you just plug it in. It should light up and when you play a game compatible with the controller it should just work.

GreenWalrus

#4 Posted 9 months ago	[ Reply ] [ Quote ]
From the title, it seemed like you were giving a tutorial. Maybe next time use a "How do I" or add a question mark at the end.

Josh64

#5 Posted 9 months ago	[ Reply ] [ Quote ]
In reply to smoshfreak, #1: Just plug it in and if it can't get the driver download it from this link! download.cnet.com/Xbox-360-Controller/3000-18490_4-90204.html

smoshfreak

Snowy

#6 Posted 9 months ago	[ Reply ] [ Quote ]
In reply to Josh64, #5: When I tried to play skyrim on it I plugged it in and the driver recognized it then I started up skyrim and it only let me play with the mouse/keypad I even checked the 360 controller option in the game and nothing happened

Josh64

#7 Posted 9 months ago	[ Reply ] [ Quote ]
In reply to smoshfreak, #6: I'm not sure then, I'm not too savy with PC gaming sorry I can't help :(

smoshfreak

Snowy

#8 Posted 9 months ago	[ Reply ] [ Quote ]
In reply to Josh64, #7: Neither am I, I am trying to get into it.

Samutz

is Glitched

Try this for PC:
www.microsoft.com/hardware/en-us/p/xbox-360-con...
On the Support tab, select your version of Windows and download the Xbox 360 Accessories Software.

When it's installed correctly, pressing the Home/Guide button on the controller pulls up a little battery meter in the middle of the screen (looks like a 360 achievement notification). Games that support the controller will detect it automatically.

Also if you're using a wireless controller with the USB charging cable, it will not work. The cable only carries power, but not data. You need either a standard wired controller or the wireless receiver:
www.microsoft.com/games/en-US/Hardware/Controll...

I don't know about Mac, I doubt it's officially supported.

Post edited 8/13/12 3:44PM