Several specific compatibility hurdles have been documented by the community:
Power users can edit the x360ce.ini file directly with Notepad. Here are hidden parameters you can add under [PAD1] :
A short beep when the game starts means the DLL successfully loaded into the game. A double beep or distinct warning tone means configuration failed. If you hear no sound at all and the controller fails, re-verify if the game is actually a 64-bit executable. (If it is 64-bit, you must use the 64-bit version of the x360ce DLLs instead of the 2.0.2.163 32-bit build). x360ce 2.0 2.163
, and press the corresponding button on your physical gamepad. 💡 Key Features for This Version X360CE • Xbox 360 Controller Emulator
Because x360ce 2.0.2.163 is a local emulator, it must be placed directly into the directory of the game you wish to play. If you hear no sound at all and
You will typically find this version as a ZIP file containing x360ce.exe .
Missing Visual C++ Redistributable. Fix: Download and install "Microsoft Visual C++ 2015-2022 Redistributable" (x86 and x64) from Microsoft’s website. Restart your PC. 💡 Key Features for This Version X360CE •
We have all been there. You open Steam, fire up a classic racing game or an older action title from 2012, and hit a wall. Your shiny new gaming controller—be it a PS5 DualSense, a Logitech, or a generic gamepad—does absolutely nothing.
If you have multiple controllers connected and x360ce is assigning your gamepad to "Player 2" instead of "Player 1": Open the x360ce interface. Navigate to the tab.
If the automatic internet search does not perfectly map your buttons, you must configure them manually.
: Ensure you have installed Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 and the DirectX End-User Runtime .