About Xbox Console Companion
The Xbox app brings together your friends, games, and accomplishments across Xbox One and Windows 10 devices. The best multiplayer gaming just got better. Join clubs – or create your own – where you can go to play and chat with friends and other gamers like you. Find games with like-minded players by checking Looking for Group posts, or post one that fits your own objectives and play style. Get instant access to chat, sharing, parties, Game DVR, and achievements across PC and Xbox One. Keep track of your game clips and screenshots and download them straight to your Windows 10 PC. Take the brakes off chat when you use a keyboard for messaging with friends on Xbox Live. Stream your favorite games and entertainment from Xbox One to a Windows 10 PC while using your Xbox One controller. Disclaimer: Broadband internet required (ISP fees apply). Xbox Live features only available with supported games. Online multiplayer (including streaming with multiplayer) and some features of Game DVR on Xbox One require Xbox Live Gold subscription (sold separately). Stream to one device at a time.
Publisher: Microsoft
The Xbox Game Bar is a nifty new addition to Windows 10, allowing you to instantly access various functions and features right from hitting Windows Key + G. Using it is relatively straight. Basically, with a bit of software called onecast you can play Xbox One on your Mac via a strea. If you've got an Xbox One and a Mac you might like this video.
Publisher Website: microsoft.com
Release Date: 1-Jun-17
Gamepad Companion For Mac
How to Run Xbox Console Companion on Mac
Mac Version May Be AvailableOption 1: Use Parallels
Parallels is the fastest, easiest, and most powerful option to run Windows on your Mac. Data can be shared between Mac and Windows and switching between the two is as simple as switching screens. Run it On Mac recommends Parallels as the #1 best way to run Xbox Console Companion on your Mac desktop or laptop.
Pros: Very Cost-Effective; Easily transfer files; Easily switch between Windows & Mac.
Cons: May see a slight decrease in performance; Cost varies from $50-80 for a personal license.
Option 2: Use Bootcamp
Boot Camp is a boot utility included with most Apple desktop and laptop products that allows users to install a Windows operating system alongside the native macOS/OS X operating system. Using Bootcamp is a relatively technical process and should probably only be undertaken by someone who understands the process.
Pros: Free; Good option if you need high performance or are using an older machine.
Cons: Switching between operating systems requires a restart; difficult, technical installation process.
Xbox Console Companion System Requirements
Windows 10/Mobile Also Available for Windows 10, Windows 10 Mobile (x64, ARM, x86)Similar Software
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A lightweight and easy-to-install driver for the wired and wireless Xbox 360 controller that will help you use the controller on your Mac
What's new in Xbox 360 Controller Driver 1.0.0 Alpha 6:
- This is the final release of 360Controller (barring some big issue with the creation of this release). This is due to the new DriverKit system that Apple is implementing in favor of kernel extensions. My focus will now be on working on this DriverKit solution. No further updates will be made to this driver by me (@FranticRain).
- Alpha 6 adds a few more third party devices.
Some macOS games come with support for the Xbox controller, yet the operating system does not provide native support for the devices. The Xbox 360 Controller Driver closes this gap and allows you to play games on your Mac using either the wired or the wireless Xbox controller.
Quick to install driver software for the Xbox gamepad controllers
The Xbox 360 Controller Driver software archive comes with an installer package that reduces the deployment procedure to merely following instructions. Keep in mind that you need to restart your Mac to complete the installation.
Once everything is in place, you will be able to access the Xbox 360 Controllers panel via the System Preferences window. There you will be able to see the currently connected Xbox controllers and test if the buttons work.
The same area offers you the possibility to invert the X or Y axes for the left or right stick, to adjust the movement accuracy, or to swap sticks.
Visualize the default key binding and manually remap the layout
Within the Binding tab of the Xbox 360 Controllers panel, you have the option to see all the default key bindings for the Xbox controller buttons.
What’s more, the driver panel also offers you the possibility to completely reconfigure the key mapping. However, the changes can be reversed anytime with a simple mouse click.
Worth mentioning is that the Xbox 360 Controller Driver can be disabled temporarily to deal with particular situations, but the companion System Preferences pane also includes an uninstallation button that completely removes the software from your system.
Driver software for connecting Xbox wired or wireless controllers to your Mac
All in all, having the Xbox 360 Controller Driver installed on your Mac is necessary if you want to use your gamepad controller to play games.
The driver also comes with a companion System Preferences pane that enables you to test or customize the Xbox controller configuration and integrates remapping capabilities.
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Xbox 360 Controller Driver was reviewed by Sergiu Gatlan- Wired or wireless Xbox 360 controller
- Microsoft Wireless Gaming Receiver (only for wireless controller)
Xbox 360 Controller Driver 0.16.11 / 1.0.0 Alpha 6
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- OS X 10.11 or later (Intel only)
- file size:
- 1.2 MB
- filename:
- 360ControllerInstall_0.16.11.dmg
- main category:
- Drivers
- developer:
- visit homepage
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