How to Use an Xbox 360 Controller Without Battery Pack
Get yourself a Play & Charge Kit. It lets you plug the controller into a USB port on your Xbox and play without a battery pack.
Play Games.Earn points.Get gift cards!

Playback Rewards
(13.7k)
500k players and counting...
More Answers
You're overthinking it. Just use a USB cable.
Pro tip: I use my Xbox 360 controller with a wired connection all the time. Just connect it via USB, and you're good to go!
Just plug it in! You can use a USB cable to connect your Xbox 360 controller directly to the console or PC, no battery pack needed.
馃憖 If you like Xbox...
The brands referenced on this page are not sponsors of the rewards or otherwise affiliated with this company. The logos and other identifying marks attached are trademarks of and owned by each represented company and/or its affiliates. Please visit each company's website for additional terms and conditions.
People also want to know
Add an Answer