Press and hold the Xbox button to turn on the controller. Plug the official Xbox Wireless Adapter into a USB port on your laptop. Turn on the controller and press the Pair button on the adapter and ...

Wondering how to pair your Xbox controller without hassle? Whether you are setting it up on a console, PC, or phone, these steps will help you connect quickly so you can jump straight into your games.

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Publisher Xbox Game Studios and developer Playground Games have announced open-world racing game Forza Horizon 6. It will launch first for Xbox Series and PC via Steam and Microsoft Store in 2026, ...

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