Why controller xbox 360 wont download drivers on windows

3. Install the latest drivers

Sometimes your Xbox Controller might not be recognized due to outdated driver, and if that’s the case, make sure that your Windows 10 is up to date with latest patches.

In addition, you can also download the necessary drivers from this link. After you’ve downloaded and installed the appropriate driver, Xbox Controller should start working again.

If this method doesn&#;t work or you do not have the necessary computer skills to update/fix the drivers manually, we strongly suggest to do it automatically by using Tweakbit&#;s Driver Updater tool.

This tool is approved by Microsoft and Norton Antivirus. After several tests, our team concluded that this is the best automatized solution. Below you can find a quick guide on how to do it.

1. Download and install TweakBit Driver Updater
2. Once installed, the program will start scanning your PC for outdated drivers automatically. Driver Updater will check your installed driver versions against its cloud database of the latest versions and recommend proper updates. All you need to do is wait for the scan to complete.
3. Upon scan completion, you get a report on all problem drivers found on your PC. Review the list and see if you want to update each driver individually or all at once. To update one driver at a time, click the Update driver link next to the driver name. Or simply click the Update all button at the bottom to automatically install all recommended updates.
   
   Note: Some drivers need to be installed in multiple steps so you will have to hit the Update button several times until all of its components are installed.

Disclaimer: some functions of this tool are not free.

3 ways to fix Xbox Controller Steam issues in Windows 10

1. Uncheck Remember this application as a game in Windows Game overlay
2. Disable Game DVR in Xbox app
3. Turn off the Game bar

1. Uncheck Remember this application as a game in Windows Game overlay

1. Press center button on your Xbox Controller while you’re playing any Steam game.
2. When Windows Game overlay appears, uncheckRemember this application as a game.

After you&#;ve done that, Windows Game overlay will be disabled while you’re playing games on Steam and Steam overlay should be restored.

It has been reported that Xbox Controller has some issues with Steam, and according to the users, they cannot access Steam functions by pressing the center button on Xbox controller.

By default, pressing the center button on your Xbox Controller should give you Steam overlay, but for some reason Windows Game overlay appears instead.

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2. Disable Game DVR in Xbox app

1. Press Windows Key + S and type Xbox. Choose Xbox app from the list of results.
   
2. When Xbox app starts, click Settings (gear icon).
   
3. Now go to Game DVR tab and make sure that Take screenshots using Game DVR option is disabled.
   

It has been reported that Game DVR functionality of Xbox app can sometimes create problems with Xbox Controller and Steam.

Users report that center button isn&#;t working properly, and it’s giving them Windows Game overlay while playing Steam games.

This isn’t a big problem, and it can be fixed by disabling Game DVR functionality in Xbox app.

After disabling Game DVR option, Xbox Controller should work with Steam without any problems.

By disabling Game DVR option you won’t be able to record gameplay or take screenshots using the Xbox app, but you can always use alternative software to fix this problem.

3. Turn off the Game bar

1. Open the Windows 10 Settings app
2. Go to Gaming
3. Turn it off via the toggle switch at the top

How can I fix Xbox controller blinking buttons?

1. Make sure that you have the latest updates installed

1. Open the Settings app and go to Update & Security section.
   
2. Go to Windows Update section and download all available updates. In addition, you might want to download optional updates as well because those updates are often designed to update your gaming devices and hardware.
   
3. After the updates have been downloaded, restart your computer.
4. After your computer restarts, check if the issue is resolved.

Users have reported blinking buttons on Xbox Controller, and if you have this issue, it’s advised that you install the latest updates for Windows

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2. Reconnect your controller

Users report that their wired Xbox Controller is blinking after Windows 10 wakes up from the Sleep Mode.

In order to fix the blinking Xbox Controller, you just need to unplug it and connect it to your computer again.

According to users, this solution works if you’re using wired Xbox  Controller, but if you’re using wireless Xbox controller, you might want to unplug your Bluetooth receiver and connect it back again.

In addition, you might have to pair your wireless Xbox Controller by pressing the pairing button on Bluetooth receiver and Xbox Controller.

How to fix Xbox controller Play and Charge issues on Windows 10

If you have Play and Charge problems, the solution is to use a wired controller or purchase a Bluetooth receiver for Xbox Controller.

Xbox Play and Charge cable is designed to recharge your wireless Xbox  Controller while you play games on Xbox

Play and Charge cable works with Windows 10, but using Play and Charge cable won’t allow you to play games on Windows 10 with wireless Xbox Controller.

The Play and Charge cable is designed just to recharge batteries on your wireless Xbox  Controller, and even if you have your controller connected to your console or PC, the controller still uses wireless signals to communicate with your PC / Xbox console.

Therefore, if you want to recharge your wireless Xbox Controller while playing games on Windows 10, you’ll have to purchase a special Bluetooth receiver for Xbox controller.

Xbox Wireless Controller error in Windows 10? Here&#;s how to fix this!

Fix Xbox wired controller not working

The solution is pretty simple: you&#;ll have to make sure that you’re using a powered USB port.

Sometimes wired Xbox Controller might not work with Windows 10 if you connect it to the USB port on the front of your computer.

In order to fix any potential issues with wired Xbox Controller, it’s always better to connect it to the USB port on the back of your computer since those ports are usually powered USB ports.

If you’re using a USB hub, it’s also advised that you don’t connect the wired Xbox Controller to it since most USB hubs don’t come with powered USB ports.

Using Xbox controller on Windows 10 is a great way to save money since both wireless and wired Xbox Controllers are compatible with Windows 

Although Xbox Controller might have some issues on Windows 10, you can easily resolve most of them by following our solutions.

Don&#;t forget to share your problem and how you solved it in the comments section below.

FAQ: Using Xbox controllers on Windows PCs

• Do Xbox controllers work on Xbox One?

The Xbox One does not natively support Xbox controllers, however, you can use a Windows 10 PC as an intermediary device. You will have to connect the Xbox controller to the Windows 10 PC and then stream your Xbox One games to it. 

• Why is my Xbox controller not working on PC?

If you&#;re having trouble with your Xbox controller on your Windows PC go through the general troubleshooting or follow the steps listed above to fix the issue.

• Can you connect an Xbox controller to a PC via Bluetooth?

To connect an Xbox wireless controller to a Windows PC, you will need a Gaming Receiver to interface between the two devices and in some cases an Xbox Emulator.

Editor’s Note:This post was originally published in May and has been since revamped and updated in April for freshness, accuracy, and comprehensiveness.