X360ce — Version 2.0.2.163 ((free))

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Visual C++ Redistributable for Visual Studio 2013. Step-by-Step Installation and Setup Guide

First off I'm using a MadCatz wired Xbox 360 controller. * I found and downloaded old release of x360ce (Version 2.0.2.163) here ( Steam Community

You must place the x360ce.exe and the resulting xinput1_3.dll into the same directory as the game's main executable ( .exe ). x360ce version 2.0.2.163

This version was originally uploaded around October 2016 .

If playing a game through Steam, right-click the game, go to Properties > Controller , and select Disable Steam Input to stop it from fighting x360ce for control.

Version 2.0.2.163 belongs to the "App" branch of the project, which was a significant era in its development before the move to the modern 3.x and 4.x versions. This specific build is primarily used for older 32-bit and 64-bit PC games that rely on xinput1_3.dll . This public link is valid for 7 days

Some games look for xinput1_1.dll or xinput1_2.dll instead of the default xinput1_3.dll . Simply renaming the generated file can often fix the issue.

While version 4.x is the current standard, many users stick with for a few specific reasons:

Unlike the more recent "App" versions (3.x and 4.x) which run as a background service, version 2.0.2.163 is part of the generation. This means the files are placed directly into the game's folder to intercept the game's communication with the hardware. Key Features of the 2.0.2.163 Build Can’t copy the link right now

Modern versions of x360ce (version 4.x and above) run as a global background application that creates a virtual gamepad driver. While convenient, it can introduce input latency or compatibility issues with older operating systems and titles.

: The wrapper file that tricks the game into thinking a standard HID gamepad is an Xbox 360 controller.