Xjoyexe -

XJoy.exe

is a driver and utility application for Windows designed to let users use Nintendo Switch Joy-Con controllers as a virtual Xbox 360 controller. It is a free, open-source project hosted on GitHub that simplifies using Joy-Cons for PC gaming by merging them into a single XInput device. Core Functionality

. You should hear a Windows "device connected" chime, indicating the virtual Xbox 360 controller is active. Verification xjoyexe

Community Supported

: As a free product, it remains a popular choice for gamers who prefer the split-controller ergonomics of the Switch but want to play their Steam or Epic Games library. The Technology Behind the Name You should hear a Windows "device connected" chime,

to trick Windows into recognizing the Bluetooth-connected Joy-Cons as a standard Xbox controller. Unified Input Unified Input The Concept: A "Pros and Cons"

The Concept:

A "Pros and Cons" list comparing the native Xbox 360 controller experience to the XJoy experience. Key Points:

Use the following steps to verify safety:

Delete xjoyexe if:

Since xjoyexe is not a standard Windows process, finding it on your system should prompt a degree of curiosity. Here is how to locate and identify it: