The setup wizard will ask to search the internet for settings. Click ; it usually finds a perfect configuration for popular controllers automatically. 4. Map Your Buttons If the automatic setup didn't work: Go to the General tab.

Older v3.x portable is still available but not recommended for modern games.

The Ultimate Guide to x360ce Portable: Use Any Controller Like an Xbox 360 Gamepad

| Scenario | Suitability | |----------|--------------| | Using a PS4/PS5 controller in older PC games | Excellent | | Retro gaming with USB SNES/N64 replicas | Good (may lack analog sticks) | | Laptop gaming with no admin rights | Perfect | | Steam Deck (Windows dual-boot) | Works via Proton/Wine emulation layer | | Corporate/restricted PCs | Works without installation | | Arcade stick or racing wheel (non-XInput) | Good with custom mapping |