Xbox One controllers rely on firmware to work correctly. If it gets corrupted, or an update is interrupted by turning off the console, the controller won't turn on. Connect the controller via USB.

Connecting My Xbox Controller to My HTPC The first thing I needed to do was connect my Xbox controller to my PC. There are a few ways to connect: via a USB cable, a wireless adapter or Bluetooth.

Xbox's brand new Ninja Gaiden 2 Black is having trouble recognizing Xbox controllers on PC Game Pass, but luckily, Sony's PlayStation controllers are working.