Xbox starts blocking third-party accessories: goodbye Cronus and Aliexpress controllers

Microsoft will end support and begin Block all uncertified third party accessories on Xbox. This means that control systems rollbackwhich are generally classified as “cheats” in the gaming community will stop working on their consoles along with controllers and other accessories not certified by the company.

However, third-party Xbox controllers that are part of the Certified Hardware Partner program are not affected, but any accessory manufacturers that have not been officially authorized by Microsoft may be blocked. The direct consequence is the prevention devices used by scammers such as XIM, Cronus Zen and ReaSnow S1. stop working for the health of the gaming community, especially in FPS games.

These adapters are typically used to spoof controller input so that mouse and keyboard users can take advantage of aiming assistance for aiming and reducing weapon recoil in games. Goodbye Kronos on Xbox

Farewell to the infamous Kronos on Xbox

In fact, Activision, Bungie, and Ubisoft have tried to block these hardware spoofing devices by introducing restrictions and bans on Call of Duty, Destiny 2, and Rainbow Six Siege, respectively. although without much success. Call of Duty recently implemented a notification for players using these systems, but based on complaints from many users, it did little good:

Another direct consequence is that systems used to connect other Xbox controllers such as PS4/PS5 will also be blocked. Brook Gaming, which makes an adapter that allows PlayStation controllers to be used on Xbox, has confirmed that its device is subject to Microsoft’s ban.

Drivers from authorized third party manufacturers, they will continue to work without problemsas well as modified controllers such as the Scuf controllers, which are actually, from a console perspective, still official Xbox controllers.

Without a doubt, a system ban like Cronus is a great step for the community, and we hope Sony follows in its footsteps so that console players can enjoy a fair competitive scene. But it will also have implications for many users who use cheaper alternative controls or controls tailored for limited mobility not from Microsoft.