• How To Play Xbox On Mac Laptop
• How To Use Xbox Controller On Macbook

1. Windows 10 comes pre-installed with an Xbox app that allows gamers to log into Microsoft and stream games directly from the Xbox One console. To play Xbox One games on your PC, you must enable streaming settings and confirm both devices are connected to the same high-speed Internet network.
2. Cloud gaming provides seamless play across your devices. When you’re streaming games on a PC or mobile device, your game is playing from Xbox hardware in a Microsoft datacenter. This means you can jump into a game, connect with your friends, and play through the Xbox network just as you’ve always done.

Services like Shadow, Nvidia GeForce Now, and Google Stadia allow you to play games on a number of different devices, including your phone, tablet, PC, or Mac. Each is set up a bit differently. In the event you lack access to a router, you can connect your Xbox 360 to your Mac so you can play games using your Mac’s wireless Internet connection. You can establish a connection between your Xbox 360 and Mac by modifying system preferences on both your computer and the Xbox 360.

• You can play Xbox One games on your PC through two different methods.
• Xbox Play Anywhere lets you download and play certain Xbox games on your PC.
• You can also stream games from your Xbox to your Windows 10 computer, but you'll need a constant internet connection.
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If you ever wanted to play your Xbox One games on your PC, you're in luck. Many Xbox One games can be played easily on a Windows 10 computer. This is great for homes that share one Xbox console, since you won't have to compete to use the singular console.

There are two ways to play Xbox One games on your computer. The first method is through a service called Xbox Play Anywhere. The second option requires you to stream the game through Windows 10, which will require a constant internet connection. Here's a step-by-step guide for each method.

How to play Xbox One games on PC using Xbox Play Anywhere

If you already own a game that is included on the Xbox Play Anywhere list, you can play it on your PC for no additional charge, and you can sync your game data between your PC and Xbox One.

1. Go to the Xbox Play Anywhere website and log into your Microsoft account.

2. Head to this page and scroll through the list of games, and then click on the one you want to play. Keep in mind that if you don't already own the game, you'll need to purchase it.

© Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider Games you don't already own will have a price listed beside them. Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider

3. Click 'Get' or 'Install.' If a pop-up appears requesting that you use the Microsoft Store app, click on the option that allows you to do so.

4. Once the game finishes installing, click 'Play' to launch the game. Have fun!

© Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider You might need to install and play the game through the Microsoft Store. Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider

How to play Xbox One games on PC via streaming to Windows 10

If the game you want to play remotely isn't included on the Xbox Play Anywhere list, your only other option is to play it via streaming.

To do this, your PC and Xbox One will need to be on the same internet connection. You'll also need to make sure that both systems stay connected to the internet - if you lose your connection, you'll lose the stream.

You should also make sure that both devices are fully updated. If there are any updates pending, install them.

1. On your Xbox One's Home screen, press the Xbox button on the controller.

2. Navigate to the Profile & System tab, and select the 'Settings' option.

© Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider Select 'Settings' and press 'A.' Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider

3. In to the 'Devices & connections' tab, select 'Remote features.'

© Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider Select 'Remote features' in the 'Devices & connections' menu. Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider

4. Select 'Xbox app preferences.'

© Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider The Xbox app is what you'll use on your PC to stream games. Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider

5. On the left-side menu, select either 'Allow connections from any device' or 'Only from profiles signed in on this Xbox.' On the right-side menu, select 'Allow game streaming to other devices.'

© Jeremy Dreyfuss, Justin Gmoser/Business Insider Make sure that you set up both the Xbox app and your own Xbox. Jeremy Dreyfuss, Justin Gmoser/Business Insider

6. Using either Bluetooth or a USB connection, connect your Xbox One controller to your PC.

7. On your PC, click the Start button and type 'Xbox Console Companion' into the search bar. Once it appears, click 'Open.'

© Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider The Xbox Console Companion app is automatically included with Windows 10. Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider

8. On your PC, open the Xbox Console Companion app. On the left sidebar, click on the icon that appears to resemble an Xbox console. When you hover your cursor over it, it will say 'Connection.'

© Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider Click on the 'Connection' button on the left sidebar. Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider

9. Click on the Xbox console you wish to connect to.

© Jeremy Dreyfuss, Justin Gmoser/Business Insider If you have multiple consoles on the same network, you'll be able to connect to any that you've set up. Jeremy Dreyfuss, Justin Gmoser/Business Insider

10. Click 'Stream' to begin playing.

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When it comes to controllers, the Xbox One controller is regarded as one of the best ones out there. With the textured grip that has curves that slip into your palms comfortably, clicky durable buttons, and a sophisticated vibration system, who doesn’t want to enhance their gaming experience with the Xbox One controller? After all, sometimes you tend to prefer a nice controller for gaming rather than the traditional keyboard and mouse. The Xbox One is tempting too, with its sleek, streamlined design, custom button mapping and up to twice the wireless range. But what if you want to use the Xbox One controller for gaming on a Mac, and do not know how to connect it to your Mac?

For a Mac gamer who wants to use a controller as good as the Xbox One Controller to play games, it can be quite confusing as to how would one connect the controller to their Mac. But don’t worry! Outlined below is an easy explanation to use your Xbox One Controller on a Mac Computer. Start reading!

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• 1 Steps to Connect your Xbox One Controller to Mac

Steps to Connect your Xbox One Controller to Mac

Xbox One is a wireless controller, true, but instead of Bluetooth, it implements Microsoft’s own proprietary wireless connectivity system. Because of this, it is not possible to use your Xbox One controller on the Mac wirelessly, by Bluetooth or the wireless adapter (MacOS does not support functionality for it yet).

However, you can use Xbox controller on Mac OS with the help of a micro-USB cable. Along with that, you will also require third-party drivers and configuration. The steps are easy, so follow them and let’s get started!

1. Installing the Third-Party Drivers

• Open your Web Browser
• Follow the link given below for the 360 Controller Driver:

• Download the latest release of 360Controller that is available on the GitHub link. As of this article, the latest release is 360 Controller 0.16.10.
• Before you begin the installation, save your files or other ongoing tasks or work as your Mac Computer will be restarted as part of the installation process of Xbox 360 Controller Driver.
• The .dmg file 360Controllerinstall_*.dmg will be present in the downloads folder. Double click to open it, and open the pkg file.

• Click on continue. Then click continue to Agree to the License Agreement present in front of you (Go through it if you want). Then click install.
• You will be prompted to restart your Computer to continue installing the software, as mentioned before. Click on Continue Installation.

• Click on Restart. Your Mac will be restarted.
• After restarting, open System Preferences. You will now find Xbox 360 Controllers among the icons at the bottom. Click to open it.
• It will display ‘No devices Found’ if your controller is not connected.

• The next step will be connecting your controller.

2. Connecting the Controller

• Plug in the Xbox One controller in the Mac. For the latest MacBook/MacBook Pro, use the USB-C to USB-A
• A System Extension Blocked warning might pop up. Click OK.
• In System Preferences, go to Security and Privacy. Open the General tab, and click on the lock in the lower left. Enter your password to Unlock.

• Click Allow.

3. Testing the Connection

• You can test if your controller is functioning properly with the Mac in the Controllers Test
• When your controller is connected and you press buttons on it, the image on the controller will respond. Test the buttons and check if they show up on the Preference pane. After checking all the buttons, you can be sure that the Xbox One controller is now functioning properly with your Mac.

4. Time to Put the Controller to Use

How To Play Xbox On Mac Laptop

Your controller is Connected! Run your favorite Mac Games and start playing with the Xbox One Controller!

Configuring Xbox Controller on your Macbook

After your xbox 360 or xbox one controller has been connected, you can optionally set some changes according to your wish.

• On the front page, you can invert the X or Y axis of the controller, for both the left and the right stick. For example, in-game, if you press the joystick upwards the camera will move downwards. This is preferable to some Users.
• In the Binding tab, you can also link each control to a custom or default function, as per your desire. (Warning: this custom button mapping might prove to be buggy in the current version).

• Under the Advanced tab, the controller’s sticks can be calibrated in order to fix the dead zones.
• If for any reason you wish to uninstall the driver from your Mac, there is an uninstall option present in the Advanced tab.

Final Take!

I hope your Xbox One controller was able to connect to the Mac successfully. If you require added troubleshooting help, you can refer to the ReadMe for 360Controller or visit Tattiebogle, who is the forerunner of the array of Xbox + Mac Drivers that are accessible.

If this is not helpful, or if you face any further problems regarding the connection of the controller, feel free to ask in the comments section below and we shall get back to you as soon as possible.

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