Microsoft blocks unlicensed Xbox accessories

For example, those who currently use Xbox accessories in the form of controllers from third-party manufacturers may need to think again. In the majority of reports from users around the world, their consoles show an error message stating that they are coming stop working After two weeks.

Error code “0x82d60002” appears when an unlicensed accessory is connected to the console and Xbox support page The error code describes as follows:

From the moment you connect an unauthorized accessory and receive error code 0x82d60002, you have two weeks to use the accessory. After that, its use with the console will be blocked. Then error code 0x82d60003 is displayed. We recommend contacting the store or manufacturer where you received the accessory for assistance returning it.

Therefore, accessories bearing the “Designed for Xbox” logo will not be affected, but this only applies to accessories that lack the certification. according to the edge Currently, the change is likely in response to a slew of accessories that convert mouse and keyboard input into a protocol that tricks the controller into thinking it’s a controller. This is supposed to give users an advantage in mainly online FPS games and has long been criticized by the majority of game publishers.

This measure is expected to include third-party wireless controllers since the Xbox protocol for wireless controllers is often not licensed to other manufacturers. The move is also expected to be part of the company’s plans to expand its license for just this purpose.

It remains to be seen how this will affect Xbox accessory manufacturers.

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