Create a dedicated folder (e.g., C:\XOutput ) and extract all contents from the ZIP file into it. Install Drivers:

Known for having lower input lag compared to older alternatives like X360CE.

XOutput is a lightweight, open-source software designed to bridge the gap between older or generic controllers and modern Windows games that only support XInput (the standard for Xbox controllers). By downloading and using the XOutput.v0.11.zip archive, users can transform almost any USB gamepad, joystick, or arcade stick into a virtual Xbox 360 controller that Windows recognizes natively. Key Features of XOutput v0.11

Click , then click Edit to map each button (A, B, X, Y) and axis by pressing the corresponding physical button when prompted.

Offers a simple interface to map physical buttons and sticks to their virtual Xbox counterparts.

Obtain the XOutput.v0.11.zip from the official GitHub repository or trusted mirrors like SourceForge .

Does not require heavy installation; you can simply extract and run. How to Install and Use XOutput.v0.11.zip

Includes a toggle to help prevent "double input" issues where games see both the real and virtual controllers.