How do i enable XInput in Raspberry Pi?
Enabling XInput on the Raspberry Pi allows it to properly recognize modern game controllers (like Xbox and PlayStation controllers) as "XInput devices," which ensures they work correctly with many games and emulators that expect that standard. Here's a complete guide on how to do it. What is XInput? XInput: A Microsoft API for PC gaming that became the standard with the Xbox 360 controller. Games designed for XInput expect buttons and triggers to be laid out in a specific way. The Alternative (DInput): The older DirectInput API, used by many PlayStation and generic controllers. Many Linux games and emulators (like RetroPie) can work with both, but some work much better with XInput. Enabling it ensures your controller is seen as an Xbox-compatible gamepad. Method 1: For Wired Xbox 360 & Xbox One Controllers (The xpad driver) This is the most common scenario. The Linux kernel already includes the xpad driver for these controllers, but it mig...