A flat white game controller with two large black round pads, a black cross-shaped directional pad and a few small buttons.

Xbox Adaptive Controller

by Microsoft

$99.99, see price history

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Setup with instructions The controller itself connects like any other gamepad, but it does nothing useful until you add input devices and decide which one does what. A family member can follow the manufacturer's guides to plug things in and map the buttons in under an hour. Choosing the right switches and placement is easier with some trial and error, and an OT or ATP can help if the player's needs are complex.

What it is

Summary

AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 1, 2026

The Xbox Adaptive Controller is a flat hub that lets you build a custom game controller from the switches, buttons, mounts, and joysticks that work best for your body. It has 3.5mm jacks and USB ports for plugging those devices in, and each one can stand in for a button, thumbstick, or trigger input. It works with Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PCs, and connects by Xbox Wireless, Bluetooth, or USB. You can remap buttons and save profiles in the Xbox Accessories app, then flip between three of them with the built-in Profile button. The controller alone isn't a full setup: the buttons, switches, and joysticks that plug into it are sold separately.

Getting it

Try before you buy

Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.

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Where to get it

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$99.99

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Details

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Type
Addresses
Platform
Age range
Complexity
Setup with instructions
Price
$99.99
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Medicaid waiver
  • Out of pocket
  • Vocational rehab

What setup looks like

  • Out of the box
    Connect the controller to your Xbox or Windows PC by Xbox Wireless, Bluetooth, or USB.
  • With a guide
    1. Plug your chosen switches, buttons, or joysticks into the 3.5mm jacks and USB ports.
    2. Open the Xbox Accessories app to remap buttons and save up to three profiles you can switch between with the Profile button.
    3. Position the controller and your input devices where you can reach them comfortably, then test in a game. Plan on about 30 to 60 minutes to get the layout right. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.

View official support docs → (opens in a new tab)

Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from Microsoft — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked November 1, 2026.

Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on October 1, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.

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