Xbox One®
Cronus Zen supports all versions of the Xbox® One console, and all official Xbox® One controllers.
Remember, when using Cronus Zen, any supported device (controllers, mice, keyboards) will work with your Xbox® One console! 🎮🚀
Xbox® One Consoles
Xbox® One, Xbox® One S Digital, & Xbox® One X
Console Version
Supported
Xbox® One
YES
Xbox® One S
YES
Xbox® One S (All Digital Edition)
YES
Xbox® One X
YES
Xbox® One Controllers
Cronus Zen supports all variants of the Xbox® One controllers (USB & Xbox Wireless Adapter - Bluetooth is not supported).
Xbox® One, Xbox® One S, Xbox® Elite, & Xbox® Elite Series 2
Xbox® One (1537, 1697)
YES
YES
NO
Xbox® One S (1708)
YES
YES
NO
Xbox® Elite (1698)
YES
YES
NO
Xbox® Elite Series 2
YES
YES
NO
Licensed Controllers
The following are third-party licensed Xbox® One controllers that have been verified to work with Cronus Zen either by USB or Xbox Wireless Adapter.
Note: Some Xbox® One and Xbox® Series X|S controllers share identical names, but one may be supported by Zen and the other may not, so it's a good idea to know which model you have. They're easy to identify by the extra 'Capture' button (see image below).
If you're using a licensed Xbox® One controller that works but not listed here, we'd love to know! Reach out to us at cronus.support. 🥰
Xbox One Controller
USB
Bluetooth
GameStop Wired
YES
NO
GameStop Metallic Limited Edition
YES
NO
Hori Horipad
YES
NO
PowerA Enhanced
YES
NO
PowerA Mini
YES
NO
PowerA Fusion 2
YES
NO
PowerA Fusion Pro
YES
NO
PowerA Pro Ex
YES
NO
PowerA Spectra
YES
NO
PowerA Star Wars Stormtrooper
YES
NO
PDP Afterglow Prismatic
YES
NO
Razer Atrox Arcade Stick
YES
NO
Razer Atrox Dragon Ball Fighter Z
YES
NO
Razer Wildcat
YES
NO
Razer Wolverine Tournament Ed.
YES
NO
Razer Wolverine Ultimate
YES
NO
Scuf Prestige
YES
NO
These controllers are NOT currently compatible with Cronus Zen:
Xbox® One ThrustMaster ESWAP S PRO
Xbox® One ThrustMaster ESWAP X PRO
All unlicensed Xbox controllers
All Flight Sticks
Controller Setup
This guide will show you how to connect any controller to an Xbox® One console.
Game with any device on your Xbox® One
First make sure your Zen is updated to 2.2.12. If it isn't, you'll need to visit STEP 1: Update Firmware.
OK, Let's get after it.
Connect the Cronus Zen to your PC using the PROG USB port.
Open Zen Studio 1.6.1 Build 77.
Select the Device panel.
Set the Emulator Output Protocol to XBOX ONE X/S.
Xbox® One Controller (USB):
Connect to the A1 USB port. That's it. 😁
Crossover Gameplay:
Other devices such as non-Xbox® controllers, mice, keyboards etc. use the A3 USB port, and also the A2 port if you need to connect two devices.
You can also use a secondary device alongside an Xbox® One controller such as a mouse for enhanced aiming, or a keypad with dozens of assigned MACROs.
Crossover Note:
An Xbox® One controller must be connected to A1 while using any crossover device on an Xbox® One console.
Bluetooth Pairing:
Tap Zen's Bluetooth pairing button (P2) for pairing mode, then...
DualSense® Controllers: There is currently no Bluetooth support. Use USB.
Xbox® Controllers: There is currently no Bluetooth support. Requires adapter.
Nintendo® Switch Controllers: Hold down sync button for pairing mode.
DualShock® Controllers: Hold down SHARE + PS for pairing mode.
Wireless Adapters:
To achieve wireless support for Xbox® controllers, the Xbox Wireless Adapter is required. Plug it into A3, connect the Xbox® controller to A2 for a few seconds, then unplug. Soon, the LED on the Adapter and controller will turn solid white, indicating successful pairing.
The Astro® C40 adapter can also be connected to A3.
🔋 IMPORTANT
Your controller might not charge when connected via Zen. Ensure its fully charged or equipped with fresh batteries to prevent disconnections.
🎧 WIRED HEADSETS
Considering the wide variety of headsets, controllers, and consoles, we can't promise full audio functionality for every combo, especially third-party controllers. However, many official controller USB setups are compatible.
Give yours a try and find out! 🎮
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