The version 4.10.0.0 Alpha represents a significant shift in how the software operates compared to legacy versions. While older versions (v3.x) required placing DLL files directly into game folders, the v4.x Alpha series utilizes a virtual driver system to emulate an Xbox 360 controller system-wide.
Navigate to the official GitHub repository or the official x360ce website. Look for the releases.
Upon launching for the first time, the program will detect that the virtual gamepad driver is missing.
Click next to the "Virtual Gamepad Driver" prompt (ViGEmBus driver).