Version 2.0.2.163 | X360ce

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Application: x360ce (Xbox 360 Controller Emulator)
Version: 2.0.2.163 (32-bit / 64-bit hybrid)
Type: Utility – Wraps any DirectInput controller to appear as an Xbox 360 controller for XInput games.

Because it replaces xinput1_3.dll (not xinput9_1_0.dll), some Unreal Engine 3/4 games crash on launch or show “Failed to load XInput” errors. You often need to manually rename the DLL to match the game’s expected XInput version.

Newer versions generate multiple files (x360ce.ini, xinput9_1_0.dll, xinput1_4.dll, etc.) and a cache folder. Version 2.0.2.163 typically requires just three files: x360ce version 2.0.2.163

This simplicity makes manual backup and restoration effortless.

x360ce (Xbox 360 Controller Emulator) is a critical piece of middleware that allows non-Xbox controllers to function as Xbox 360 gamepads on Windows. Version 2.0.2.163 represents a specific stable build from the software's transitional period (circa 2015-2016). This paper examines the architecture, functionality, limitations, and legacy relevance of this particular version, highlighting its role in bridging older input devices (e.g., DirectInput-based controllers) with modern XInput-only game titles. Report Date: [Current Date] Application: x360ce (Xbox 360

[ERROR] Could not load xinput1_3.dll – Access denied.
[INFO] Game is 64-bit but 32-bit DLL was used.
[WARN] No controller found after scan.

Fix: Copy x360ce_x64.exe generated DLL to game folder + ensure 64-bit DLL is named xinput1_3.dll.

x360ce version 2.0.2.163 is a legacy, library-based "Xbox 360 Controller Emulator" used for mapping older DirectInput controllers to work as XInput devices. It functions by placing .dll files in a game's executable folder and is favored for its stability in older titles, offering customization for up to 4 controllers. For more information, visit the official website for x360ce.  Because it replaces xinput1_3

Here is the text associated with x360ce version 2.0.2.163. This specific text is the standard "About" or README information that accompanies the library, detailing its purpose, licensing, and credits.