The Xpadder software program is available for Windows 10, 7,8, XP, and Vista. It’s compatible with 32 and 64 bit systems, too. You can connect 16 different controllers simultaneously and keep the set controls in a template.

This way, you wouldn’t have to start the settings from scratch – instead, you can use other console’s configurations. The tool is compatible not only with Xbox but also with old consoles, starting from the very first PlayStation console.

How to set up Xpadder on your PC?

1. Installing the software. You can do this on the official Xpadder website or go to the software library to get the free version.

2. The installation takes several seconds and is straightforward. The installer tool will walk you through the process – you have to choose the output folder, or leave the standard destination.

3. After the installation is done, you need to customize the tool according to your controller’s characteristics.

4. The first step is to attack the Windows-compatible console to your PC. So, if you don’t have a wireless controller, you’ll have to ask someone who’s got one, to borrow it. It’s just for one time, anyway.

5. Xbox is the most straightforward console to configure due to its plug-and-play compatible feature. As soon as you connect the console, Windows automatically identifies the controller and performs automated settings.

Mapping the controls

When you connected the console to the PC, you’ll be able to see it in the Xpadder menu. First things first, choose to add a new map in the central upper menu of Xpadder. The software redirects you to the ‘Controller Settings’ panel.

How to configure a game in Xpadder?

Firstly, you need to open your Minecraft controls to see what keys you were using. Then, you add the corresponding keys to Minecraft’s controls settings menu – you’ll end up with something like this.

After the controls are fully added, you are done.

Congratulations, now you can run Xbox Minecraft on your PC. Xpadder runs in the background mode and consumes tiny amounts of CPU. The speed, therefore, doesn’t take a toll.

Some additional tips

Figuring out optimal emulated controls is always work in progress. Sometimes, you have to get far ahead in the game before you encounter some task that you can’t perform due to uncomfortable controls.

Sometimes, you’ll find that you did not take the peculiarities of your keyboard into account. For instance, if you have a malfunctioning key, you might’ve just forgotten about that during the setting process. So, be ready to come back to settings and edit controls as you go.

Luckily, Xpadder is one of the most flexible controls managers out there; that’s also why we chose it for our review. It supports all keys and adapts new settings immediately. Even if you make a mistake, there is always a possibility to change the map.

conclusion

Xpadder is an essential tool if you want to have the best gaming experience. Probably you are already bored because of controllers are not supported in all games. There are many beautiful games, but if you can’t play with a joystick or gamepad, the experience isn’t great. You must have the freedom; a keyboard cannot offer you this gaming freedom.