Xbox 360 wireless controller - usable on PCs?

Aerothorn on 31/8/2008 at 19:50

So I know I can buy a "wireless adapter" for my Xbox 360 wireless controllers, and I may do that; but is it possible to use it wired? I thought that plugging the controller into a USB port (via a Play and Charge kit, for instance) and using the drivers would work, but I can't seem to get it to. Anyone know if this is possible?

Ulukai on 31/8/2008 at 20:23

I think it depends if you're trying to use the original wireless controller that comes with your 360 (which I'm not sure about ) or a (http://www.microsoft.com/uk/hardware/gaming/productdetails.aspx?pid=090) "Wireless Xbox 360 Controller for Windows", which definitely supports both.

By drivers, do you mean the (http://support.microsoft.com/kb/906347) Xbox 360 Controller for Windows software?

bikerdude on 31/8/2008 at 20:36

Hmmm Id be interested in this, as im gonna go buy GRID and would want to use it with that..

biker

Fafhrd on 31/8/2008 at 21:45

Quote Posted by Aerothorn

I thought that plugging the controller into a USB port (via a Play and Charge kit, for instance) and using the drivers would work, but I can't seem to get it to. Anyone know if this is possible?

No, it's not possible. The Play and Charge kit doesn't replace the wireless signal for communication with the system, it just charges the rechargeable battery while the controller is on. You'll need either a wired controller, or the 360 wireless USB dongle thingy.

Matthew on 31/8/2008 at 21:52

The dongle is pretty good, by the way.

Aerothorn on 1/9/2008 at 13:45

Thanks for the info - I'll get the dongle. Hopefully it's not insanely expensive.