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    Use your Xbox Wireless Controller on Samsung Gear VR

    With the release of the Xbox One November update in 2016, you can use your Bluetooth-capable Xbox Wireless Controller to play games on the Samsung Gear VR, Powered by Oculus.

    Before you start, make sure your Xbox Wireless Controller is Bluetooth-compatible and has the latest update. See the Troubleshooting section below for more information.

    Connect your controller to the Android device you’re using in the Samsung Gear VR:

    1. Turn on your Xbox Wireless Controller and the Android device.
    2. Press and hold the Bind button for 3 seconds and release.
    1. On your Android device, go to Settings > Bluetooth.
    2. Turn on Bluetooth and select Scan.
    3. Select Xbox Wireless Controller from available devices. Your device should now show as paired under Paired devices.
    4. Connect your phone to the Samsung Gear VR and confirm Bluetooth is switched on.
    5. Press and hold the Back button.
    6. Select Settings > Bluetooth.

    If your controller is connected but not working in the game, install the latest updates from the game publisher.

    Bluetooth notes

    • The Xbox Wireless controller does not support any attachments, such as headsets, Xbox Chatpad, or the Xbox One Stereo Headset Adapter, while connected via Bluetooth.
    • Using an Android device to update your Xbox Wireless Controller is not supported.
    • Getting the latest controller update requires a PC running the Windows 10 Anniversary Update or later. See Windows Update: FAQ to learn how to get the latest Windows update.
    • The Xbox Accessories app is only available on Windows 10.
    • Updating your Xbox Wireless Controller firmware over Bluetooth is not supported.
    • Using an Android device to update your Xbox Wireless Controller is not supported.

    Troubleshooting

    Make sure your Xbox Wireless Controller is Bluetooth-compatible

    If you’re not sure, look at the plastic around the Xbox button. On Bluetooth-supported controllers, the plastic surrounding the Xbox button is part of the face of the controller. On controllers without Bluetooth, the plastic is part of the top, where the bumpers are. Your controller has the Bluetooth feature if it looks like the one on the bottom in this illustration.

    An illustration shows an Xbox One controller without Bluetooth above a controller with Bluetooth.

    Get the latest Xbox Wireless Controller update

    Follow any one of the three options below to update your Xbox Wireless Controller.

    Update wirelessly using your Xbox One console Update using a USB cable on your Xbox One console Update using the Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows or via USB using your Windows 10 PC
    1. Make sure you have the latest system update by going to Settings > System > Console info & updates. Install the update if one is available.
    2. Make sure you have the latest controller update by going to Settings > Kinect & devices > Devices & accessories.
    3. Select the controller you want to update.
    4. Select Update, and then select Continue.
    1. Make sure you have the latest system update by going to Settings > System > Console info & updates. Take the update if one is available.
    2. Plug the big end of the USB cable into the USB port on the console.
    3. Plug the small end of the USB cable into the top of the controller.
    4. Instructions to install an update will automatically appear if one is available. Install the update.
    1. Update your PC to the latest version of Windows 10. Your PC must have Windows 10 Anniversary Edition or later. See Windows Update: FAQ to learn how to get the latest Windows update.
    2. Launch the Microsoft Store and enter the search term "Xbox Accessories." Then select Get to download and install the app.
    3. Open the Xbox Accessories app by selecting Launch once it has finished installing.
    4. Connect your Xbox Wireless Controller by using a USB cable or the Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows.
    5. You'll see the message Update Required if an update is mandatory. Install the update.

    Make sure your Android device, operating system, and game are supported

    Supported devices Supported operating systems Supported games
    Galaxy S7
    Galaxy S7 edge
    Galaxy Note5
    Galaxy S6 edge+
    Galaxy S6
    Galaxy S6 edge

    5.1.1

    6.0.1

    This will work with all controller-compatible games on Samsung Gear VR. To see if the game is compatible with controllers, check the app description page in the Oculus Store.

    *Go to set up your Samsung Gear VR for information on setting up your device.

    Frequently asked questions

    I have a question or need help with my Samsung device

    Go to Samsung Support for help with your Samsung device.

    I need help buying, downloading, installing, or updating games

    Go to Oculus Support.

    I have a question or issue about playing a game

    Go to the game publisher’s site for support.

    I have questions about or need help with my Xbox Wireless Controller. What should I do?

    Follow the steps above to make sure you’re set up properly. If that doesn’t fix the issue, go to Standard Xbox One Wireless Controller for “how to” and troubleshooting information.

    If the technology that makes this work is Bluetooth, does that mean you can pair an Xbox Wireless Controller with any Bluetooth-enabled device?

    Right now, only select Samsung Galaxy devices are supported. In some cases, you may be able to pair and use the controller on other devices, but with limited functionality. We are actively exploring the supportability of the controller on additional devices via Bluetooth.

    What games are supported?

    This will work with all controller-compatible games on Samsung Gear VR. To see if your game is compatible with controllers, check the app description page on the Oculus Store.

    Related Issues

    Xbox Wireless Controller functionality across operating systems
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