Controls that work for you

PlayAbility on Xbox

Choose controls that suit you, then choose where to play: on your Xbox with adaptive hardware, streamed from your console, or in the cloud.

All connections require PlayAbility running on a Windows PC.

Get the Windows app

Find your way to play

Build your controls in PlayAbility. Windows app shown.

Find your way to play

Start with the connection that fits your equipment. Each guide walks you through the setup.

With an Xbox Adaptive Controller

Add a Pico receiver to your Xbox Adaptive Controller to play without streaming.

Your controls, from PC to game

Windows PC · PlayAbility
Pico receiver
USB → Xbox Adaptive Controller
Xbox

What you need

Xbox Adaptive Controller connected to the console
Pico W or Pico 2 W
USB data cable and an available Xbox Adaptive Controller USB input

Before choosing

The receiver cannot connect to Xbox on its own.
Analog triggers (LT/RT) need controller remapping or physical inputs.

Open Adaptive Controller setup guide

Where to get it

Raspberry Pi Pico W

Tested by PlayAbility

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Raspberry Pi Pico 2 W

Tested by PlayAbility

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Stream from your Xbox

Remote Play streams games from your Xbox to your PC, with no console adapter.

Your controls, from PC to game

Windows PC · PlayAbility
Remote Play on PC
Xbox

What you need

Xbox configured for Remote Play
Microsoft account with access to the console
A compatible Windows app or browser
Reliable network while playing

Before choosing

The Remote Play app must recognize virtual controllers; compatibility can change.
Streaming can add input and video delay.

Open Remote Play setup guide

Play in the cloud

Play supported Xbox Cloud Gaming titles without owning an Xbox console.

Your controls, from PC to game

Windows PC · PlayAbility
Xbox Cloud Gaming

What you need

Eligible Microsoft account and subscription
A supported game and region, plus a compatible browser or Windows app
Reliable internet connection

Before choosing

Microsoft determines available games, subscriptions, and regions.
Streaming can add input and video delay.

Open Cloud Gaming setup guide