XBOX Setup
Cronus Zen supports all versions of the Xbox console, and all official Xbox controllers.
This page has everything you need to setup your Cronus Zen to an Xbox controller. You must use Zen Studio , and Zen's firmware must be upgraded to .
🚫 Important
Every setting on this page for the Xbox must be applied before using the GamePack. If you fail to match ANY of these settings, the GamePack WILL NOT WORK!
Also make sure your controller is fully charged when using with Cronus Zen as there's not enough power for charging (this can be resolved by using the powered Cronus MK USB Switch).
- Connect Cronus Zen to your Windows PC using the PROG USB port.
- Open Zen Studio .
- Navigate to the Device tab.
- Set the Output Protocol to XBOX ONE X/S.
- Then navigate to the Programmer tab, select the Apex BEAM2.0 XBOX/PS4/PC GamePack, drag it to the first free memory slot, then program (see below for video demo).
- That's it! You can now unplug the PROG USB cable from the Zen.
📺 Watch this video to see how easy it is to download & program a Zen GamePack 👉
If you see an error saying "Failed to Retrieve Packs", it means your ISP is blocking the Cronus server, so you will need to use a VPN service. There are many free ones, we recommend the Google Chrome plugin VeePN.
It is important to turn on vibration in the console settings, or the Apex BEAM2.0 GamePack will not function correctly.
- Press the Xbox Guide button to open the guide, and then select Profile & system > Settings.
- Select Accessibility > Controller, and then select Vibration settings.
- If you have multiple controllers, choose the controller that you want to change and select Configure.
- For an Elite Series 2 controller, select the configuration profile that you want to change, select
- For an Xbox Wireless Controller, select
If these in-game settings are not applied, the Apex BEAM2.0 GamePack will not function correctly.
- Hold OPTIONS to open the in-game menu.
- Press A to enter the in-game settings.
- Navigate to Controllers.
- Set the in-game Vibration to ON.
Cronus Zen supports all models of the Xbox Series X|S, Xbox Elite, & Xbox One controllers.
Xbox Controller Model | USB | |
|---|---|---|
Xbox One (1537, 1697) | YES | YES* |
Xbox One S (1708) | YES | YES* |
Xbox Elite (1698) | YES | YES* |
Xbox Elite S2 (1797) | YES | YES* |
Xbox X|S (1914) | YES | YES* |
Xbox X|S Elite S2 Core (4IK-00001) | YES | YES* |
Xbox Controller Features | USB | |
|---|---|---|
Adaptive Triggers | NO | NO |
Haptic Feedback | YES | YES |
Two Finger/Swipe Touchpad | NO | NO |
Gyroscope | YES | YES |
Controller Mic | YES | NO |
Audio Headset | YES | YES |
This guide will show you how to connect any controller to an Xbox console.
Here are the steps for setting up an Xbox controller to an Xbox using a Cronus Zen.
- Connect an Xbox controller to Zen's A1 USB port.
- Connect the Zen to the Xbox from its rear CONSOLE/PC USB port and wait for 5 secs.Note: If the Xbox controller isn't working, make sure it is powered on, then press the small blue reset button on the bottom of the Zen.
- That's it! 🙂
One of Zen's major features is being able to use almost any controller, or mouse & keyboard on any console. All you need is an Xbox controller connected to A1, and then any supported controller, or mouse & keyboard, can connect to A2 and A3.
Xbox Adaptive Triggers
This GamePack gives you a world first exclusive - PS5 Adaptive Triggers on the Xbox - which is a PlayStation exclusive feature. Well, it used to be. 😝
To play with a PS5 DualSense controller, you'll need a standard Xbox controller always connected to A1, then the DualSense can be connected to A2 or A3. It's that simple.
- Xbox Controller (USB):
- Connect to the A1 USB port. That's it. 😁
- Crossover Gameplay:
- An Xbox controller must always be connected to A1 while using any crossover device on an Xbox console.
- Other devices such as non-Xbox® controllers, mice, keyboards etc. use the A3 USB port, and also the A2 port if you need to connect two devices.
- You can also use a secondary keypad at the same time as your controller, giving you access to dozens of assigned weapon shortcuts.
- Bluetooth Pairing:
- Tap Zen's Bluetooth pairing button (P2) for pairing mode, then...
- DualSense Controllers: No Bluetooth support. Must use USB.
- Nintendo Switch Controllers: Hold down Sync buttons for pairing mode.
- DualShock 4 Controllers: Hold down SHARE + PS for pairing mode.
- Wireless Adapters:
- To achieve wireless support for Xbox controllers, the Xbox Wireless Adapter is required. Plug it into A3, connect an Xbox controller to A2 for a few seconds, then unplug. Soon, the LED on the Adapter and controller will turn solid white, indicating successful pairing.
- Other controllers with their own custom wireless adapter, such as the Astro® C40, can also be connected to A3.
You can now follow the In-Game Settings instructions, then check out The M.O.D.s page to see what's available and how to use them. There's also a Quick Start guide if you want to set a baseline that guarantees everything is working 100% in just a few minutes, and finally the Changelog where you can see information on each update.
🚫 Troubleshooting
If you find your weapon is not beaming, even though all your in-game settings are correct, don't panic! After incorporating some great community feedback, we've identified a straightforward fix which should be done before programming a new GamePack.
If this doesn't resolve whatever issue you are having, then there could be a problem with a setting in the game itself, so we recommend that you erase the saved data:
- Press the Xbox Button to open the guide, and then select My Games & Apps.
- Highlight Apex Legends, press the Menu button
- Select Manage Game & Add-Ons
- Select the Saved data then choose “Delete from everywhere”
- Match up all the In-Game Settings and you'll be BEAMING in no time!