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Microsoft Has Started blocking Third Party Controllers

According to a recent report by Windows Central, Microsoft has started blocking unofficial accessories from working with Xbox consoles. Several players who use third party devices have reported seeing a new error message with the code 0x82d60002. According to a statement from the Xbox support site, “from the moment you connect an unauthorized accessory and receive error code 0x82d60002, you’ll have two weeks to use the accessory, after which time, it will then be blocked from use with the console. At that time, you’ll receive the error code 0x82d60003.” Additionally, according to Windows Central’s sources the new change may be due to Microsoft expanding its third-party wireless Xbox controller programme, as most third party controllers are wired and not wireless. It’s worth noting that third-party Xbox devices that are part of the “designed for Xbox ” partner programme, shouldn’t be affected by this change. 

Details on the latest Xbox console exclusive title, Starfield:

Starfield is the first new universe in over 25 years from Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and Fallout 4. In this next generation role-playing game set amongst the stars, create your character and explore with unparalleled freedom as you embark on an epic journey to answer humanity’s greatest mystery.

In the year 2330, humanity has ventured beyond our solar system, settling new planets, and living as a spacefaring people. You will join Constellation—the last group of space explorers seeking rare artifacts throughout the galaxy—and navigate the vast expanse of space in Bethesda Game Studios’ biggest and most ambitious game.

Along the way you will join in the adventures of various factions; pilot and customize your own ship; explore planets and discover their local flora, fauna, and resources; build outposts; and master a refined combat system to deal with threats of all kinds.

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Abdul Saad

Abdul Saad is a seasoned entertainment journalist and critic and has been writing for five years on multiple gaming sites. When he isn't writing or playing the latest JRPG, he can be found coding games of his own or tinkering with something electrical.

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