There are some reasons why you might want to connect an Xbox Wireless Controller to your Android phone. But maybe you don't know-how. Whether it's playing mobile games or you want to use it with some cloud gaming services, the controller works. And it works pretty well.
However, if you're not sure how to connect an Xbox Wireless Controller to your Android phone, this guide is here to help. We'll walk you through all the steps so you can do what you want to do. Playing games.
The process is quite simple, although not as easy as you might expect. Once you know how to connect a controller, it should also be the same for every Android device. Although we can't guarantee that some users won't experience compatibility issues due to the sheer number of devices out there.
How to connect an Xbox Wireless Controller to your Android device
First things first, you'll want to get an Xbox Wireless Controller. Any model from the next generation of Xbox One will do. Whether it's the one that came with your Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, that extra you bought, or even an aftermarket controller like the recently released SCUF Instinct Pro.
For this guide, I'll be using the SCUF Instinct Pro, which is the controller I use for PC cloud gaming and Xbox Game Pass.
Start by opening the settings menu on your phone
First, go to the settings on your phone, or just long-tap the Bluetooth button from the quick settings menu that you access from the notification panel.
If you went straight through the settings menu, proceed to the next step.
Look for the Connected Devices menu
In settings, scroll to and find Connected Devices, which should be located at the very top. Tap this menu and continue.
Tap pair new device
Next, tap on the option to pair a new device with your phone or tablet, and it will tell the phone to start searching for nearby Bluetooth devices. But we're not done yet!
Put your controller in pairing mode
With Xbox Wireless Controllers, including the SCUF Instinct Pro, there's a dedicated button on the top of the controller for pairing it to a new device. Press and hold this until you see the Xbox button on the front of the controller starts flashing repeatedly. Then give your Android device time to find the controller, tap it once, and let it pair. It will also connect automatically afterward.
What Games Can I Play on Android with Xbox Wireless Controller
Many mobile games support controllers. Especially one like the Xbox Wireless Controller. Many games will be listed in their Play Store description if they support the controller or not. So you have to check it manually.
Call Of Duty: Mobile, for example, is one game that does support this type of controller specifically.
You can also use it. Xbox Wireless Controller for services like Xbox cloud gaming, Stadia, NVIDIA GeForce NOW, and more. So it just depends on how you want to access the game. And that's it! Go out and find something to play with.
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