

- #XBOX 360 CONTROLLER DRIVER WINDOWS 10 NAME HOW TO#
- #XBOX 360 CONTROLLER DRIVER WINDOWS 10 NAME INSTALL#
Quick steps to update your Xbox controller firmware on Windows 11/10. If you still have weird connection issues with new batteries a firmware update is going to help. Switching to a new set of batteries will usually fix this problem. Note: If you are getting lag or major FPS drops from time to time when using your Xbox controller there is a good chance that your batteries are about to go flat. Once you have the app, you’re ready to start the steps shown below.
#XBOX 360 CONTROLLER DRIVER WINDOWS 10 NAME INSTALL#
You’ll need to install the Xbox Accessories app on your computer.

Before you start the steps shown below to update your Xbox controller firmware on Windows 11/10.

Although most firmware updates don’t really make noticeable changes, all of them add some kind of stability improvements or battery efficiency updates. I personally check for firmware updates on average about three times a year, when I start to have weird performance issues in games or when I read about a future firmware update being added. Although these updates aren’t all too common it’s worth checking from time to time to see if one is available. Not a lot of people know this, but Xbox controllers also have firmware that needs to be updated from time to time in order to improve overall performance and compatibility. Microsoft Xbox controllers are basically the gold standard for video game controllers and can be used on just about any device that has Bluetooth connectivity.
#XBOX 360 CONTROLLER DRIVER WINDOWS 10 NAME HOW TO#
Related: How to stop the Xbox app automatically starting on Windows 11.
