Adapting the XBox Adaptive Controller
A tool-less, glue-less solution to make the XBox Adaptive Controller even more accessible
Photo of the XBox Adaptive Controller with a 3D-printed joystick over the device’s D-pad, held on by the 3D-printed D-pad joystick adapter clip. Every 3D printed part is a different color, making it easier to identify all of the individual components of the D-pad adapter clip.
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The Printables user EgonHeuson has created an incredible set of accessibility-focused modifications for the XBox Adaptive Controller, enabling users to more easily make use of the D-pad on the XAC. Unfortunately, these modifications require users to disassemble their XAC, which is a step that many people aren’t ready to take. A while ago one such person joined the The Controller Project’s Discord server for looking for a non-invasive, tool-less, glue-less solution to the problem, and the result is what you see above.
Designed with The Controller Project in mind, this XAC D-pad joystick clip is fully 3D printed with no additional hardware or supplies necessary, and fits into a filament box for easy shipping. Anyone with access to a common 3D printer and $3 of ordinary printer filament can make one. The parts require minimal post-processing, and installation consists of just two press-fit connections- no tools or adhesives necessary. All other controls and ports on the XAC remain available for use.
Photo of the XBox Adaptive Controller with a 3D-printed joystick over the device’s D-pad, held on by the 3D-printed D-pad joystick adapter clip. The joystick is bright green, reminiscent of the Xbox logo, and the clip parts holding it on are white, roughly matching the rest of the XAC.
