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Xbox 360 Controller

Microsoft · 2005 · Xbox

USB, WirelessXInputretro✓ Input Supported✓ Rumble / Feedback

Overview

The Xbox 360 Controller became the de facto standard PC gamepad for over a decade. It established the XInput protocol that is still used today.

History

Released in 2005 with the Xbox 360, this controller defined modern gamepad ergonomics. The wired version connected via USB with native XInput support, making it the gold standard for PC gaming. The wireless version used a proprietary 2.4GHz radio, with a USB receiver adapter available for PC use.

Technical Details

Connection

USB, Wireless

Protocol

XInput

VID:PID

045E:028E,045E:028F,045E:0291

Era

Retro

Platform

Xbox

Year

2005

Variants

Xbox 360 Wired Controller
Xbox 360 Wireless Controller
Xbox 360 Wireless Controller for Windows

Joypad Adapter Compatibility

This controller works with the following Joypad adapters powered by joypad-os:

USB-to-USB

Universal USB adapter

USB-to-GameCube

GameCube / Wii adapter

USB-to-SNES

Super Nintendo adapter

USB-to-NES

Nintendo NES adapter

USB-to-Genesis

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive adapter

USB-to-PlayStation

PS1 / PS2 adapter

USB-to-N64

Nintendo 64 adapter

USB-to-PCEngine

PC Engine / TurboGrafx adapter

USB-to-Saturn

Sega Saturn adapter

USB-to-Wii

Wii / Wii U adapter

Support Status

✅Input (Controller → Console)

All buttons, analog sticks, and triggers are fully supported.

✅Output (Console → Controller)

Rumble/vibration feedback and LED indicators are supported.

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