Supported Xbox X/S Controllers
Cronus Zen supports the original Xbox Series X/S, and most licensed third-party Xbox Series X/S controllers. They can all be connected to Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch consoles, including support for PC and Android gaming, all with full MOD & GPC scripting capabilities!
⛔ WARNING
Original Microsoft Xbox Controllers updated to 5.15.3165.0 are disconnecting after a few minutes. Currently, this is available only to subscribers of the Xbox Insiders Program. So, if you have updated, you should revert to 5.13.3146.0 while a more permanent solution is investigated.
👉 This page includes the following important information for Xbox Series X/S gaming:
- Supported Original Xbox Series X/S Controllers
- Supported Third-Party Xbox Series X/S Controllers
👉 Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Controllers to Xbox Series X/S Guides.
- Connect by USB
- Connect by Wireless Adapter
- Connect by Bluetooth
OFFICIAL XBOX SERIES X/S CONTROLLERS
All special editions and variations of the official Microsoft Xbox Series X/S Controller are compatible with Cronus Zen (USB & Xbox Wireless Adapter - Bluetooth is not supported).
🔋 IMPORTANT
Make sure the Xbox controller is always fully charged or has fresh batteries, otherwise it will disconnect from the Cronus Zen.
Controller Model | Firmware | USB | Wireless Adapter | Bluetooth |
Xbox Series X/S (1914) | 5.13.3143.0 | YES | YES | NO |
Xbox Series X/S (1914) | 5.13.3146.0 | YES | YES | NO |
Xbox Series X/S (1914) | 5.15.3165.0 | YES | YES | NO |
Xbox Series X/S (1914) | 5.15.3168.0 | YES | YES | NO |
THIRD-PARTY LICENSED XBOX SERIES X/S CONTROLLERS
Don't worry if your licensed Xbox Series X/S controller is not listed, it may still work we just haven't tested it yet. If you find an Xbox Series X/S controller that works and is not on this list, let us know in the community 😃
Remember, Xbox Series X/S controllers are different to Supported Xbox One Controllers. Be sure you know the correct model of controller before setting it up with Zen👍
Xbox Series X/S Controller | USB | Wireless Adapter | Bluetooth |
Nacon RIG Pro Compact | YES | NO | NO |
PDP Afterglow | YES | NO | NO |
PowerA FUSION Pro 2 | YES | NO | NO |
PowerA Spectra Infinity | YES | NO | NO |
PowerA Enhanced | YES | NO | NO |
Razer Star Wars (Boba Fett) | YES | YES | NO |
Razer Star Wars (Mandalorian) | YES | YES | NO |
Razer Star Wars (Rebel) | YES | YES | NO |
Razer Wolverine v2 | YES | NO | NO |
Razer Wolverine v2 Chroma | YES | NO | NO |
Scuf Instinct | YES | YES | NO |
Scuf Instinct Pro | YES | YES | NO |
Turtle Beach Recon | YES | NO | NO |
Victrix Gambit Dual Core | YES | NO | NO |
Not all third-party Xbox controllers support audio. However, it is recommended that you use a wireless headset, or one that connects directly to the console and not the controller. To find out why, see the Wired Headset Users page.
These Xbox Series X/S Controllers are NOT compatible with Cronus Zen:
Xbox Series X/S Controller | USB | Wireless Adapter | Bluetooth |
Thustmaster ESWAP S PRO | NO | NO | NO |
Thustmaster ESWAP X PRO | NO | NO | NO |
Any unlicensed Xbox X/S controller | NO | NO | NO |
Any specialized controller like H.O.T.A.S. | NO | NO | NO |
🎧 WIRED HEADSETS
Third-party Xbox controllers do not support a wired headset. However, in some cases, you can connect the headset directly to an original Xbox controller connected to A1 (any supported crossover or third-party Xbox controller connected to A3).
You could also try adding a second original Xbox controller directly to your Xbox console, enabling co-pilot and connecting the wired headset to that. Here's how you enable Xbox co-pilot:
- Connect a second controller to the Xbox for the copilot. The copilot can sign in or not - achievements and gamerscore don't go to this player.
- Using the pilot's controller, press the Xbox button to open the guide, and then select Profile & System > Settings > Accessibility > Controller.
- Choose Co-Pilot Settings, then select Turn on Co-Pilot.
- Select the Co-Pilot controller. You can now connect a wired headset to the Co-Pilot controller.
To turn off Copilot, go back to the Copilot settings and select Turn off Copilot.
We do however recommend that you use a wireless headset, or one that connects directly to the console and not the controller. To find out why, see the Wired Headset Users page.
Connect by USB
Connect by Wireless Adapter
Connect by Bluetooth