Xbox One Controller Software Mac

 

Whether you’re trying to no-scope that enemy on COD or score a last-minute slam-dunk on NBA, the touchpad just doesn’t do it.

Xbox One Controller Software For Mac

So, we thought we’d share the best tips on how to connect an Xbox 360 controller to your Mac, to make them tense gaming moments a little easier.

Jun 05, 2014  Hi, So today it was announced that a PC driver for the Xbox One controller is now available, however there was no mention of a mac driver. Any idea if there is a way to connect an xbox one controller to my mac, or if a mac driver update is scheduled for the future? Posted by crazyguzz: “Xbox One controller DOES work” May have to launch the game through steam, then to big picture mode, then confirm that you have a connected controller and configuration for the particular game, then launch the game through big picture worked for me for Arma 3, and you also may have to disable and then reenable the xbox 360/one controller setting in the mac system.

Before you do: Clean up your Mac

BUT, before we get into all the juicy techy stuff, let’s remind you of how beneficial cleaning up your Mac can be.

Before installing any new hardware, it’s important to have an un-cluttered file space so the new software can run efficiently, and you can keep an eye on what’s where.

With CleanMyMac X, it’s easy. It’s one-click cleaning approach and powerful scanning means you can swiftly dispose of useless documents and apps which may be slowing your Mac down.

So, to get optimal controller connectivity, you should download CleanMyMac and tidy up your digital space – prior to any installations. Now, onto how to use an Xbox 360 controller on a Mac.

How to use the Xbox 360 controller on Mac

Not many of us know it, but there could be a handy use for all those old Xbox 360 or Xbox One controllers lying around. But, before you get set up, you need to have the correct hardware installed on your Mac to enable connectivity.

Here’s how.

First of all, you will need either a wired or wireless Xbox controller. Both work fine, but for all those passionate gamers with a tendency to erupt, a wireless device would be best to save any damages to wires (or opponents). These wireless receivers can be bought for around $20 on Amazon, and can handle up to 4 Xbox 360 controllers.

Free Drivers

Obviously, Macs don’t have an in-built driver for Xbox controllers as Apple are in no way affiliated with Microsoft. Similarly, Microsoft doesn’t supply drivers for Mac users for their hardware, which leaves us wanting users having to find our own way.

So back in 2006, it was music to gamer’s ears to hear that Tattie Bogle had developed their own driver free of charge to users across the gaming globe. However, this driver hasn’t been updated since 2012, and is therefore sticky when it comes to compatibility with MacOS X.

For a more streamlined approach to this conundrum, download GitHub’s free driver – it’s maintained and updated frequently and is free to all Mac users.

1. Install the driver

After opening the GitHub link, double click on the DMG file visible under ‘Assets’. This will start the installing process, where you will have to follow the appropriate instructions.

Remember though, as with any new program installation, it will reboot your Mac, so don’t panic. After the restart, you should be able to find ‘Xbox 360 Controllers’ in the system preferences.

2. Connect the Xbox 360 Controller to your Mac

Now you’ve installed the driver, the next step is to connect the controller, which is simple and only needs to be done once.

  • Firstly, you need to plug the USB receiver into a free USB port on your Mac. Once plugged in, the USB receiver’s light should start blinking

  • Press the big Xbox logo button on the controller so it lights up green

  • Press the button on the USB receiver

  • Press the connect button on the controller, which can be found at the top - in-between the left and right toggles

  • The top left quarter of the circle around the Xbox button should now light up, indicating you are the first controller connected

Now the controller and Mac are linked - so in the future if you want to connect again, all you need do is press the big Xbox logo button to get going. Told you it was simple!

3. Test the Controller

As with all things techy, there’s always loopholes. So, it’s important to test the connections to ensure the controller works before we embark upon a mobile-gaming-gallivant.

Go to ‘System Preferences’, ‘Xbox 360 Controllers’ and you’ll see a screen like below.

This is a control pad, which indicates whether all the buttons on the controller are working properly. That’s about all you can do on this, as well as shutting the controller down by clicking ‘power off’.

4. Configuring for multiple games on your Mac

We all have different tastes in games - some of us like sports and some of us like military, there’s no right or wrong (asides from Half-Life, that’s just awesome and it’s not up for debate).

With these different games come different control configurations, which can get tedious when you only have one type of controller.

For full flexibility of use, there are many tools and apps available which allow you to play any game with any Mac compatible joystick or controller – even the ones that are not compatible with joysticks.

5. Use Joystick Mapper

Out of the many apps to choose from, Joystick Mapper is our pick. And at only $4.99 from the App Store, it’s real value for money – especially when considering the amount of effort it takes to develop such a complex tool.

Here’s how it works –

Once you download the Joystick Mapper app, you need to create a pre-set for your game preferences. To do this, open the app and click ‘Add new pre-set’.

Enter a name for future reference such as ‘My Game’, and for each joystick, click ‘Add a new joystick’.

Now that you’ve identified the joystick, you need to ‘bind’ joystick inputs to keyboard or mouse movements - which is easier than it sounds.

Click on ‘Add new bind’, and then ‘Scan’, and press the button of your game controller that you’d like to use. Next select a mouse or keyboard action, and that will ‘bind’ the chosen inputs.

Simply repeat this process until you’ve bound all the buttons you’d like to use.

If by chance you’re using a controller other than an Xbox 360 or Xbox One, you can replicate these actions and apply them to different controllers. To do this, simply click the ‘Clone’ icon in the top right corner. To put the pre-set into action, set a checkmark before the preferred pre-set/profile you’ve created for the game you’re about to play. Now, you’re good to go!

Xbox One Controller Software Mac

BUT – don’t close the Joystick Mapper app before starting the game, it needs to keep running to work. Simply select ‘cmd + H’ to hide the window.

Declutter your Mac to make more room for games

Remember, all of these processes won’t work as effectively if you have a messy Mac.

On average, there is a whopping 62GB of junk found on Macs, with jam-packed caches and folders full of useless documents cluttering the hard drive.

This considerably slows down the performance of your Mac, preventing quick and easy installations, and can even hinder the controller connectivity.

CleanMyMac X is an app dedicated to cleaning your Mac head-to-toe. It scans everything on the computer - even old folders that have been evading your wrath for years - identifying what needs to be removed.

The Mac is inspected rigorously, and with its smart one-click clean-up, CleanMyMac sweeps away the unwanted rubbish to organize folders and speed up performance.

Furthermore, CleanMyMac X is free to download. So, what are you waiting for? Download it for free here.

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The Xbox controller is probably one of the most comfortable controllers available out there. And if you are searching for a controller to play games on your Macbook, an Xbox controller is your best bet. In this article today we will learn ‘How to connect xbox one controller to mac’. Read along to find out.

Xbox is perhaps one of the most popular gaming brands to be ever launched. It was launched by Microsoft in 2001, and has been one of the most popular gaming platforms ever since. Starting from Windows 8, Xbox has been a part of windows too. Although most PC gamers prefer a keyboard and a mouse as their weapons of choice, certain game titles are better played with the help of a controller. Gaming on Mac is one of the most enjoyable experiences and with several games being launched for MacOs, gaming is gaining popularity among Mac users.

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  • 1 Requirements to Use XBOX One Controller on Mac

Requirements to Use XBOX One Controller on Mac

In order to connect your Xbox controller with your Macbook you will need to fulfill the following requirements first.

Hardware requirements

Obviously you would be needing an Xbox controller, but the question is which one. Xbox controllers comes in two variants: wired and wireless. The following method with work just as fine with both the controllers.

Software requirements

The Xbox controllers are programmed for the Xbox console and the Windows operating system. But for Xbox One controllers, in order for the MacOs to recognize and communicate with the Xbox controller, specific drivers are not necessary.

Xbox One controllers have built in bluetooth support which can be easily detected by your Macbook. However if you are using an older Xbox 360 controller then you will have to download respective drivers. Click here to download.

Steps to connect your Xbox one controller to Mac

Follow the following steps to connect an Xbox one controller to Macbook:

  • Press and Hold the pair button. You will find it on the top of the controller
  • Go to the Apple menu
  • Click System Preferences

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  • Select Bluetooth
  • Click on “Pair” on the list item labelled Wireless Controller.

And you are done ! Now you must be able to use your Xbox one controller on your Mac.

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Final Take!

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I hope that you were able to connect your Xbox One controller with your Mac. In case if you face any difficulty, please feel free to comment and let us know. We will get back to you as soon as possible.

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