x360ce (Xbox 360 Controller Emulator)

x360ce, or Xbox 360 Controller Emulator, is a Windows utility that lets many gamepads, joysticks, wheels, and other controllers behave like an Xbox 360 controller. It is mainly used for PC games that support XInput controllers but do not properly recognize older or non-Xbox DirectInput devices. Older versions worked by placing configuration and DLL files inside a game folder, while version 4 uses a virtual Xbox 360 controller driver while the app keeps running. The project includes the emulator application, supporting libraries, front-end tools, configuration logic, and controller mapping features. It can help users map buttons, triggers, sticks, POV inputs, and wheel controls to the layout expected by games. x360ce is useful for players who want broader controller compatibility without replacing their existing hardware.