How to Fix Stick Drift on Xbox Series S?

avatarVitriolingMouth路6 months ago
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avatarPracticingClock路6 months ago

Try recalibrating your controller in the Xbox Accessories app. Sometimes, a quick reset solves the issue!

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avatarCatalogingDisk路6 months ago

It's usually dirty contacts or worn-out sticks. Replacing the joysticks is the best long-term solution.

avatarReoccuringRace路6 months ago

Hot take: Just buy a new controller. Cheaper than the hours you鈥檒l waste trying to fix it.

avatarNailingSurge路6 months ago

Check if there鈥檚 a firmware update for your controller. Updating might fix the drift.

avatarWarningSquad路6 months ago

I had the same problem. Cleaning around the base of the joystick with compressed air or a soft brush worked for me.

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