Re-Pair/Re-connect the Controller with the SystemĪ temporary communication glitch might be stopping the Xbox controller from working on Windows 11.

Upon restart, check if the Xbox controller is working fine.

Now make sure to install all the Optional Windows Updates and once done, restart your system.

Open Optional Updates in the Windows Update

Once updates are applied, open Advanced Options in the Windows Update tab of Settings and click on Optional Updates.

Keep in mind to restart the system after each Windows update is applied.

If updates are available, download and install the updates.

Check for Windows Updates and Open Advanced Options Now, in the left pane, steer to the Windows Update tab, and then in the right pane, click on Check for Updates.Right-click Windows and open Settings.But before attempting that, check if connecting the controller to another port of the PC solves the problem. In this context, updating the PC’s Windows to the latest build may solve the Xbox controller issue at hand. The Xbox controller issue could be a result of a bug with the Windows 11 (the OS is still in its early days) or if the latest controller driver is not compatible with the PC’s Windows (that is a few builds behind the latest Windows 11 version).

Update the PC’s Windows 11 to the Latest Build Outdated or Incompatible Firmware of the Controller: If the firmware of the Xbox controller is outdated or incompatible with the PC, then that can cause the Xbox controller issue with Windows 11.If these drivers are corrupt, then it can cause the Xbox controller problem under discussion. Corrupt Chipset Drivers: The chipset drivers are responsible for proper communication between the system’s motherboard and the OS.Outdated or Incompatible Controller Driver: If the Xbox controller driver is outdated or incompatible with the OS, it may result in the Xbox controller issue at hand.Outdated or Corrupt Xbox Accessories App: The Xbox accessories app is essential for the proper operation of the Xbox controller on a Windows system and if the said app is outdated or corrupt, it may cause a working issue of the Xbox controller.

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