Some games look for different versions of XInput. If the game doesn't recognize the controller, try renaming the generated xinput1_3.dll to xinput1_1.dll , xinput1_2.dll , or xinput9_1_0.dll .
Cons
Since you place the files in specific game directories, you can have unique button mappings for every game. X360ce 2.0.2.163
While newer versions (like 4.x) act as a global virtual driver, version 2.0.2.163 is often a "hero" in these specific scenarios: Older Games: It is highly effective for titles like Grand Theft Auto (GTA) Fixing Dead Zones: Some games look for different versions of XInput
Documentation reference based on community-tested behavior of X360ce 2.0.2.163. X360ce 2.0.2.163