X360CE Controller Setup Guide for GTAV

Mastering the controls of Grand Theft Auto V on Xbox 360 can turn casual play into smooth, precise action. From high-speed chases to tense shootouts, knowing each command means faster reactions, cleaner getaways, and total command of Los Santos.

Movement on foot

Movement on foot in GTA 5 allows players to control their character with precision and flexibility. Use the left stick to walk or run, adjusting pressure for speed, while the right stick controls camera angles. Pressing the A button makes the character sprint, and tapping X performs a jump or climbs over obstacles. The left trigger aims weapons, and the right trigger fires. Using the B button executes melee attacks, while pressing Y interacts with vehicles or objects nearby. This setup provides smooth control during exploration, combat, and other on-foot activities.

Move

Sneak

Change camera position

Zoom in while targeting/ Look behind

Run/Strong melee attack

Reload/ Light melee attack

Jump/Get over an obstacle/ Dodge in melee fight

Take control over a means of transport

Telephone

Character selection

Navigate the phone’s menu

Bring up the weapon menu

Target

Hide behind a cover

Shoot

Change camera

Pause

In a vehicle

While driving in GTA 5 on Xbox 360, use the left stick to steer your vehicle and the right trigger for acceleration. Brake or reverse with the left trigger, and tap A to handbrake around corners. Press LB to honk the horn or activate headlights, and hold right stick down to look behind. Switch radio stations with left or right on the D-pad, and use X to exit the vehicle quickly.

Steer the vehicle

Honk

Change camera position

Look back

Handbrake

Cinematic camera

Change weapon

Leave the vehicle

Telephone

Select character

Bring up the radio station selection window

Turn on lights

Shoot while driving

Brake/Rev up

Handbrake

Accelerate

Change camera

Pause

Xbox 360 controller layout for GTA V drive-by controls

GTA V Xbox 360 Drive-By Controls

In GTA V on Xbox 360, drive-by shooting activates automatically when holding a selected weapon (like pistol or SMG) from the passenger seat or certain vehicles. These controls enable aiming and firing while moving.

Drive-By Activation

Enter a vehicle and select a compatible weapon via LB (hold for weapon wheel).
Position in passenger seat (driver cannot drive-by by default).
Controls engage when leaning out the window.

Core Drive-By Inputs

Aim: LB (Left Trigger equivalent for targeting left side).
Shoot: LB + RB (hold LB to aim left, press RB to fire).
Right-side aiming uses similar logic but defaults to left for Xbox layout.
Steer: Left Stick (maintain control while shooting).
Accelerate/Brake: RT/LT (driver handles speed).

Tips for Effective Use

Switch weapons with X (next vehicle weapon) for drive-bys.
Look behind with R3 if needed during pursuit.
Works best in low-speed vehicles like cars; motorcycles limit to one side.

How to aim and fire drive-by with Xbox 360 controller in GTA V

GTA V Xbox 360 Drive-By Aiming and Firing

In GTA V on Xbox 360, drive-by shooting works from the passenger seat or driver in select vehicles with onboard weapons. Hold LB to aim out the window toward the left side, then press RB to fire.

Step-by-Step Process

Select a pistol, SMG, or micro-SMG via the weapon wheel (hold LB, choose with right stick).
Enter passenger seat; lean out automatically when aiming.
Aim: Hold LB (Left Bumper) to lock on targets.
Fire: Press RB (Right Bumper) while holding LB.
Switch weapons mid-drive-by: Press X for next vehicle-compatible gun.

Settings and Tips

Enable “Aim + Fire” in Controls > Drive-By Control Type for automatic aiming on trigger (hold LB to aim, RB fires).
Use Right Stick to adjust aim slightly; LT/RT for speed control with index fingers.
Driver drive-bys limited to certain vehicles; practice in free roam for precision.