Why does my controller have stick drift

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Xbox Wireless Controller

Repair information and disassembly guides for wireless Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S controllers.

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I have stick drift on my right analog stick

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Hi!

First of all, which Xbox controller are you using? Xbox One controller, or the Series S/X?

I advise to replace the joystick completely.

Here is the guide for the Xbox One Series S/X controller: Xbox Series X/S Wireless Controller Joystick Replacement (the process is almost the same).

Be aware: you need to solder and this is not easy. If you don't have any soldering experience, I would bring it to a local repair shop.

Please let us know how it goes!

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