Is there an app to use your phone as a Xbox 360 controller?

The answer to this question is yes, there are Xbox apps available for both iOS and Android devices that allow you to use your phone or tablet as a remote control for your Xbox 360 or Xbox One console. By using these Xbox controller apps, you can control your Xbox console from the comfort of your couch, without needing to physically handle the Xbox controller.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

1. What is Xbox SmartGlass? Xbox SmartGlass is an Xbox One controller app that turns your phone or tablet into a remote control for your Xbox One (or Xbox 360).
2. Can you control your Xbox console using the native Xbox app? Yes, you can control your Xbox console using the native Xbox app, available for iOS and Android, which provides a convenient and user-friendly interface for managing your Xbox remotely.
3. Does the Xbox app work for Xbox 360? No, the Xbox app doesn’t support linking your Xbox 360.

Xbox 360 Controller

4. Is the Xbox 360 controller Bluetooth? Xbox 360 controllers do not support Bluetooth, they use a proprietary RF interface which requires a special USB dongle.
5. Can Xbox 360 have wireless controller? Yes, the Wireless Xbox 360 Controller for Windows delivers a consistent and universal gaming experience across both of Microsoft’s gaming systems.
6. What is the Xbox 360 app? The Xbox app keeps you connected to your gaming community on your phone or tablet, easily share game clips & screenshots, chat, view achievements and get notifications.

Apps and Compatibility

7. What apps can I use on Xbox 360? Some of the top entertainment apps available on Xbox 360 include Netflix, YouTube, Dolby Access, Crunchyroll, WWE Network, AirServer Xbox Edition, Plex, and Funimation.
8. Can you connect phone to Xbox 360 with USB? Yes, you can connect your phone to your Xbox 360 using a USB cable and tethering.
9. Can I turn my phone into a Xbox controller? Yes, with the Xbox One SmartGlass app open on your phone or tablet, tap the remote control icon located in the bottom right corner of the screen to use your phone as a controller.

Alternatives and Upgrades

10. What is the alternative of Xbox controller? Some alternatives to the Xbox controller include the Xbox Core Controller, PowerA Enhanced Wired Controller, Logitech F310, Turtle Beach Recon Controller, Sony DualSense Controller, Xbox Elite Series 2 Controller, 8Bitdo Pro 2, and Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma.
11. Is there an alternative Xbox controller? Yes, the PowerA Fusion Pro 3 is an affordable alternative to premium controllers like the Xbox Elite Series 2, offering features such as swappable sticks, friction rings, and programmable buttons.
12. Can you get Zeus on Xbox? Yes, you can use the Zeus Xbox app to view content on your TV, but note that it only works on Xbox One and Xbox Series consoles, not Xbox 360.

Xbox 360 and Xbox One Compatibility

13. Can I install Xbox 360 games on Xbox One? Yes, you can play digital and disc-based Xbox 360 and original Xbox games on Xbox One, as well as Xbox Series X|S and cloud gaming.
14. How do I add Xbox 360 console to Xbox app? To add your Xbox 360 console to the Xbox app, select Set up a console, enter the code given on the Set up with the Xbox app screen, and follow the prompts to complete the setup.
15. Is the Xbox 360 still in use? Although Xbox 360 is an older console, you can still play games and connect with friends through multiplayer on the games you purchased, as long as the publisher still supports the online servers.