Steam Link: Connect XBOX One Controller - Here's how
The combination of mouse and keyboard is not always the first choice. This practical tip shows you how to establish the link between Steam and your Xbox One controller.
Establish the Steam Link between PC and controller
- First connect the two devices either via USB charging cable, Xbox Wireless (integrated or with Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows) or Bluetooth.
- After you have opened Steam, open the Big Picture mode under "Display".
- In the top right corner you will find the settings under a gear icon.
- Then select "Controller Settings" and activate the Xbox Configuration Assistant. In the following you have to reconnect your controller.
How to use the controller on Steam even with older games
- Some older games such as Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic can be played with the controller, however you will be asked to edit the controller configuration.
- Edit this under "Manage Game".
- All you have to do is call up the configuration. Confirm your setting and then open the game.
In our next practical tip, you will learn how to play Xbox games on your PC.