This library is strictly for 64-bit games.
This is the most critical step. You must place the files in the same folder where the game's main executable (.exe) is located.
x360ce.dll file from your extracted zip.Crucial Note on Renaming:
Many games look specifically for xinput1_3.dll rather than x360ce.dll. X360ce-lib64-r848-VS2010-zip Extra Quality
x360ce is an open‑source DLL that intercepts DirectInput calls from a non‑Xbox controller and translates them into XInput calls – the API used by Xbox 360 controllers.
When you copy the correct xinput1_3.dll (or xinput1_4.dll, xinput9_1_0.dll) into a game’s folder, the game thinks you’re using a real Xbox 360 controller. This library is strictly for 64-bit games
Let’s break down the real filename:
| Part | Meaning |
|------|---------|
| x360ce | Base name of the emulator |
| x64 | 64‑bit version (for modern Windows) |
| r848 | Revision number 848 (from the SVN/Git history) |
| VS2010 | Compiled using Microsoft Visual Studio 2010 – important for compatibility with older VC++ runtimes |
| .zip | Archived folder, not an installer | Copy the x360ce
⚠️ Note: The version you mentioned adds “Extra Quality” – this is not from the official developers. Only download X360ce from GitHub or the official website (
x360ce.com).
If you see a file named X360ce-lib64-r848-VS2010-zip Extra Quality.exe or .zip: