How to Use PS2 Controllers on an XBox 360

If you own both a PlayStation 2 and an Xbox 360, you might prefer one console controller to the other. The two types of games controllers are not generally compatible, and you cannot connect a PS2 controller to an Xbox 360 console because of the difference in the connectors. However, if you have a PS2 controller that you want to connect to your Xbox 360, conversion adapters make it possible in a matter of minutes. In most cases, a PS2 controller connected with an adapter will function exactly as it does when playing PlayStation 2 games.

Things You'll Need

• PlayStation 2 controller
• PS2-to-Xbox controller adapter/converter

Instructions

1. Power off the Sony PlayStation 2 console. Disconnect the Xbox 360 controller from the console.

2. Plug the USB cable for the adapter into one of the USB ports on the Xbox 360 console. Plug the Xbox 360 controller into the corresponding female port on the adapter.

3. Power on the Xbox 360 console, then wait for the system to initialize and detect the Xbox 360 controller connected to the adapter.

4. Disconnect the Xbox 360 controller from the adapter. Connect the PS2 controller to the corresponding port on the adapter. Use the PS2 controller as you normally would.

References

• Engadget.com: Connect Your PS2 Controllers to Your Xbox 360
• Driver Heaven Gaming: XPFS 360 Review
• Break.com: How to Use PS2 Controllers on a Xbox 360

Resources

• ConsoleSource.com: Xbox 360 Max Shooter v2
• Amazon: X Joy Box