TheXbox Series X/S consoleshave remained as uniform as possible. The machines still use the same user interface as the last gen machines to make the transition to new-gen systems as smooth as possible. The same applies to theXbox controllers. Aside from some tweaks here and there, the Xbox controller is relatively unchanged from the last generation.

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Thankfully, theXbox Series X/Scontroller’s design is as comfortable as the Xbox One. With a new share button and more comfortable grips, minor improvements go a long way to making an already great controller even better. Pairingthe Xbox controllerwith the Xbox Series X/S is the same as the last gen. This guide will show the steps required to get it to work.

How To Pair Xbox Controller To The Xbox Console

There are two ways to connect the Xbox controller to the Xbox Series X/S.

Wired Method

Wireless Method

The Xbox button light will stop flashing, meaning it is connected to the console.

These methods work with the Xbox Elite andAdaptive Xbox controllers.

Connect The Xbox Controller To The PC

The Xbox controller isperfect for playing video games on the PC. These methods will show the steps on how to connect them.

Thecontroller will now wirelessly connect to the PC. However, the wired method is the most reliable for latency-free gaming.

Xbox Series controller and USB

Xbox controller pair button

Xbox Series pair button

Xbox One pair button

Windows Settings

Windows Devices Settings

Windows Bluetooth on Settings

Windows select add device

Windows select bluetooth device