x360ce requires Visual C++ Redistributables for Visual Studio 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2022 (x86 version, even on 64-bit Windows).
Do this first:
Download the latest all-in-one VC++ Redistributable package from Microsoft (recommended) or individual runtimes.
aka.ms/vs/17/release/vc_redist.x86.exe (32-bit – required)vc_redist.x64.exe if you want, but x360ce’s virtual driver uses x86.Run vc_redist.x86.exe as Administrator.
Click "Install" – accept the license terms.
Restart your computer (important for the driver to work).
Already have them? To check: Go to Control Panel → Programs and Features – look for “Microsoft Visual C++ 2015-2022 Redistributable (x86)”. x360ce install microsoft visual c new
Older guides on YouTube or forums often tell you to install Visual C++ 2008 or 2010. Do not follow that outdated advice for a new x360ce install.
The "new" architecture of x360ce leverages the Universal C Runtime (UCRT), which is part of Windows 10 and 11 but requires the VC++ 2015-2022 redistributable as a bridge. If you install legacy versions only, the new x360ce will fail to recognize your controller input.
Comparison Table:
| x360ce Version | Required VC++ | Common Error if Missing | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Old (v3.2.9) | VC++ 2010 x86 | MSVCR100.dll missing | | Legacy (v4.5) | VC++ 2013 x86 | MSVCP120.dll missing | | New (v4.17+) | VC++ 2015-2022 (x86 + x64) | VCRUNTIME140.dll missing |
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