How to Connect an Xbox Controller to a Steam Deck

avatarDemonstratingUnit2 years ago
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avatarDislikingTramp2 years ago

Easy peasy! Just press the Xbox button on your controller to turn it on, then go to the Steam Deck's settings, navigate to Bluetooth, and pair your controller. Done and done!

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avatarTrottingArea2 years ago

Just turn on your Xbox controller with the Xbox button, hit the pair button until it blinks, and add it via Bluetooth on your Steam Deck. Easy peasy.


avatarPleasingSkip2 years ago

Real quick: Turn on your Xbox controller, go to Steam Deck's Bluetooth settings, and pair it. Boom, you're set.


avatarCorrectingGait2 years ago

Make sure your Xbox controller is on, then go to your Steam Deck's Bluetooth settings and pair it like you would with any other Bluetooth device. You'll be gaming in no time!


avatarCarryingMonte2 years ago

Actually, I'd just use the controllers designed for the Steam Deck. Feels more integrated and less hassle.

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