Xbox Wireless Controllers are a quintessential gaming accessory that works just as well on Xbox as on PC.

But that isn’t to say you won’t experience issues with your controller.

Moreover, it’s not guaranteed that performing a controller update on a PC will fix your problem.

A photograph of a white Xbox Wireless Controller

Luckily, Windows PCs come with a specific Bluetooth troubleshooting option that can detect any issues for you.

In this case, you should see if other devices can connect to your PC.

If they can, your controller is likely to blame.

A screenshot of the Xbox Accessories application home screen

Luckily, you’re free to still get a faulty Xbox Wireless Controller replaced throughthe official Microsoft site.

A screenshot of the updating screen for an Xbox Wireless Controller

A screenshot of a paired Xbox Wireless Controller on a Windows PC with the option to Remove Device highlighted

A screenshot of the Add A Device option available through the Bluetooth settings of a Windows PC

A screenshot of the main pop up menu for the Bluetooth Troubleshooter for Windows

A screenshot of fixed Bluetooth issues via the Windows Bluetooth Troubleshooter

A photograph of a white Xbox Series X controller with a neon pink reflection behind