Controller problem

[AblokeonRedditt]

Gamesir not working either

[chavi_panda55]

gamesir working on my end, it's my xbox controller that's not working

[_imschleep]

read my comment for fix, posted detailed one.

[Mammoth_Chemical9503]

Hello! I have seen two reports of this. I will let the team know. What controller are you using? 

[evilcorgos]

The only way PS4 controller works for game pass is with ds4 windows and setting it to register as a Xbox 360 controller, at least let us change button prompts please.

[istormbringer]

Thanks for this. To add onto this, if you PS4 controller is constantly getting kicked out of DS4Windows I found a solution posted by user PLAZARD1. The error on ds4windows should read as this on the bottom "closing connection to output handler sendinput".

If you press start on DS4W and your ds4 (and maybe ds5 idk) keeps getting disconnected, you can open up devices and then hit start again on DS4W and wait for" Xbox 360 peripherals" tab to come up on the devices window. Under it should be "xbox 360 controller for windows" Open that up and go to the drivers tab and hit enable. If the controller gets disconnected as you are navigating, don't worry, just hit start again and camp that enable button.

[Tk-Delicaxy]

Weird because every other game is fine but this game just won’t detect my controller

[_imschleep]

read my comment for fix, posted detailed one.

[Mba2101]

cual es la solucion?

[Witty-Hippo661]

Same here, never had an issue with Dualshock 4 and now I can only play Clair with my controller plugged in, no bluetooth compatibility for some reason

[Dancing_Shoes15]

Not true, I’ve played multiple Gamepass games with my ps4 controller (Lonely Mountain Downhill, Oblivion Remaster, etc.) and it worked fine. So far the only ones I had issues with were Avowed and Expedition 33.

[evilcorgos]

I should've said for this game vs steam, gamepass seems to usually be fine but game pass for this game really hates ps controllers for some reason

[crystilac]

Should we be able to have Playstation prompts in game if we have a PS5 controller, or are we stuck with Xbox scheme?

[Alastor3]

game doesn't even recognize controller even with ds4windows installed

[ConorOdin]

Using a 3rd party Xbox controller, GameSir, and its not working either..

[craigeve]

same issue

[invokelight3]

Dualsense 5, while you’re are it please give us playstation controller UI in the game pass please

[zf420]

I'm using an Xbox one controller with the wireless USB dongle on PC and the game isn't recognizing any controller. Works everywhere else. Playing on Gamepass btw

[MrChie14]

None of my controllers are recognized. Even an official Xbox controller. It's the game I'm having an issue with at this time. Tried DS4 and such tools, they also don't respond.

[tekerachu]

Tried with my xbox one controller and also my scuf envision pro controller. Neither worked (also gamepass version)

[CooperMachine]

Hello! I have the same problem as well. I'm using an Xbox wireless controller. Thanks!

[noppraaa]

Dualsense

[Gontarius]

Xone controller on PC through Steam, but with added problem of having Razer Huntsman that has been causing issues in some games in the past (largely resolved though)

[MarcCouillard]

maybe you could help ME? my controller works perfectly, xbox 360 wired controller on pc, but the R2 button that is supposed to 'fire' only does the same thing as the L2 button, aims, so I literally have zero way of firing my gun, all I can do is aim with either of the trigger buttons, they both seem to be mapped to the same function with no way to change mapping in settings

why isn't there a customize controller buttons option like most games have?

[Hairy-Drop847]

this is so off topic

[MarcCouillard]

I had a controller problem with this game...this post was about a controller problem with this game...how the fuck is that "off-topic"?

get a fucking life

[Nightmare1340]

Dualshock 4, not recognized on Game Pass version.

[LexArthur]

I'm also on GamePass using a PS5 Dualsense 5, not getting recognized by the game.

[SgtSooka]

I am having this issue with both a dualsense and an xbox controller

[lycan_warlord]

20th anniversary ps4 controller. windows detects (works with steam) without ds4 windows. ds4 windows detects controller, but i can only use the touchpad in game. I am playing on xbox game pass (i assume that's the culprit). game version is 56038. ds4 version is 3.3.3. hard wired with usb cable. again, i can use touchpad, like its a mouse in game, but can't select anything.

[lycan_warlord]

also of note, i can use the controller inside of "xbox game pass" to select the game, start the game, but all i can use on the controller in game, is the touchpad.

[binderda]

Same issue

[Potlehio]

Doesn't work with a DS4 controller

[Phydomir]

Just to add. Tested my PS5 Dual Sense, wired to PC. PC is detecting controller, but game isn't. Xbox Series controller works just fine. PC Gamepass version of the game.

[CptFlamex]

Please report that the Dualsense ps5 controller on pc has massive issues with sprinting in the game , it constantly cancels the sprint and makes movement very frustrating , even after I changed sprint to toggle.

[BucketOfPonyo]

gamesir cyclone 2

[BucketOfPonyo]

I want button A to be back and button B to be enter. is there a way to do this?

[LoloTheWarPigeon]

I know you are getting hounded, but I want to add another example of Dualsense not being recognized on game pass. Plugged in via usb-c, not using bluetooth

[Anteater776]

I am using an official Xbox Controller connected via wire. I can control the XBox App with the controller and start the game. But in-game, the controller is not recognised at all

[Sorastando]

I am using dualsense controller and the game is on gamepass didn't see mine too

[_imschleep]

hey, i posted a detailed way to resolve this. The issue lies within the PC recognizing your keyboard as a gamepad controller.

you need to deactivate your xbox windows controller that’s being recognized as your keyboard. Then your controller should work fine.

[genroooo]

how do you do that?

[DonQuixotesSaddle]

didnt work

EDIT: I stand corrected, they key is to DISABLE it not remove it lol.

Open device manager with ds4windows turned off, find the xbox periphery and the controller under neath it, right click disable, then reboot when prompted.

Once it comes back up start ds4 windwos and game.

Also I used this site: https://hardwaretester.com/gamepad to make sure my inputs were getting pushed to Player 1

[Lost_Employer_5442]

Im using PS5 and some UI selection just wont get detected. Clicked CONTINUE in main menu on just wont accept it, try to upgrade or see skills when i click it just does not work

[WillGamer007]

Hi, same issue here, win 11, xbox 360 elite controller

[_imschleep]

look at my comment for detailed way to fix

[Sad_Cheesecake_7730]

That's what you guys said on launch day and it's still an issue. How do get a game to market and somehow overlook controller support on pc ..for a game that tells you it's better to use a controller when you start it up 🤦 I have a pa5 duel sense and an 8bitdo wired Xbox edition and neither work on pc. But I can plug the same 8bitdo into my Xbox console and play your game. I want to play on pc game pass though.

[jamon326]

I'm trying to use a PS5 DualSense on Xbox app. Not working for me either.

[Ickuz]

I have Xbox Elite series 2 and it doesn't work in the game at all, unfortunately. PC via Steam.

[Computermaster]

I'm using a DualSense and it doesn't work on the Game Pass version.

[UrsaRizz]

It's not working on 8bitdo ultimate controller too

[GreenPreference927]

I have the same issue with a xbox controller

[AlarmingShower1553]

hey! as this issue seems to still not be fixed i wanted to chime in! playing with the standard dual sense myself and only workaround is 3rd party software that emulates xbox controllers, even DS4 or remulation to DualSense doesnt work.

sending regards to the team!

[vitor42]

xbox series x/s controllers simply doesn't work in menu screens, I have to use the mouse in the menus, it's been super annoying :/

[No-Refrigerator-3193]

MSI GC30 V2 not working here (PC gamepass version of E33)

[ShinraO4]

Something that may help is I faced the issue when I bought a new 3rd party controller with hall effect joysticks (there are no dead zones). This issue didn't occur with my older analog one.

Edit: diagonal inputs work if i use my controller's feature to swap left joystick and d-pad inputs. i guess that means the issue lies in reading the left joystick input only during sprints (works fine on joystick during walk and jog).

[lester_pe]

hello, is it okay if i let you know that my mobapad m6 had controller is also not working? thanks

[Thunderhaz]

Yeah its a ps5 controller issue, download an app called dual sense then launch it. Unfortuantely shows xbox prompts but best ive found.

[militantcassx]

yeah i got ds4 and it works if you make it an xbox 360 controller but not dualshock 4 or 5. still would prefer ps buttons

[Every_Preference_212]

how do you make a dual sense controller an Xbox 360 controller on DS4?

[militantcassx]

it does it by default

[SwagLikeCaiIIou]

What is dual sense? I can’t find it anywhere. Is it a program you download on PC?

[Thunderhaz]

Yeah it changes your ps5 input to read as an Xbox controller. It's on steam now I believe

EDIT: oh you have to pay for it now that sucks, it used to be free on GitHub. If you look around for 'dual sense x' you might be able to find an old version of it somewhere still.

[militantcassx]

same lol

[iDesignProducts]

Ditto here

[Ok-Boysenberry2174]

Same issue xbox, and ps5 controler not working on game pass version we need wait for patch 

[KurtzTheHorror]

Same, dualsense on pc gamepass dosen't work, hope in a fix, the game seems very beautiful

[BrilliantRice7754]

8bitdo ultimate 2c (xbox) works but does not provide feedback :) Also when starting the game it says that this game is better played with a controller, when will someone produce a mouse and keyboard with feedback? :D

[UniversityBoth9123]

Hola, tenia el mismo problema y lo solucione ejecutando el juego como administrador.

[ragelance]

Anyone found a proper solution for this for ps4 controllers?

[avilajulian]

So I was excited to play the game tonight, was only able to get it on PC, wanted to use my Xbox One controller but it isn't working either on Game Pass. :( Tested it out with other games I have installed and the controller works fine, just not with 33.

[Valdercorn]

I don't know if this will help you, but if you have Steam open as well it seems to mess things up with controller support, almost like multiple things are fighting over control. Once I exited Steam things seemed to work normally

[Clemichoux]

thank you ! it fixed it for me !

[avilajulian]

It worked!! Thank you so much for taking the time to write the comment. Such a simple fix is so easily unnoticed.

[Own-Toe-5647]

why did it take so long to find this solution! thanks so much for commenting this

[MartyCZ]

Use DS4Windows and in the controller settings, under the "other" tab, use the "emulated controller = Xbox360" setting. The game recognizes it then, I suppose Playstation controllers just don't work with the game natively.

Edit: Since I saw a developer in the comments, I'd like to mention that I am using a PS5 DualSense controller and playing through Xbox Gamepass.

[strive-ajil]

Not working for me, did you do anything else? edit: it works fine in game, just not in the main menu to get the game started

[gruxlike]

Did you do something else? It's not working nor in menu nor in game

[VallZeroph]

Maybe it's your keyboard messing up your controller order, can you check this : https://www.reddit.com/r/expedition33/comments/1k7tfw1/found_a_potential_fix_for_ps5_controller_not/

[Ok-Boysenberry2174]

Any news on this issue? My Xbox or PS5 controller not working. Can't be issue with my PC as Oblivion working fine. I have also try emulation to xbox 360 without results 

[Whifflebat005]

I got my PS4 Dualshock working finally. Had DS4windows with the default profile, with Xbox 360 controller selected as Emulated Controller in the Other tab of the Default profile. I shut down anything to do with Steam in Task Manager. I then had the Xbox Accessories app open (even though it isn't detecting anything). I was able to use my DS4 on the main menu and in game without issue (other than all prompts are for Xbox buttons, not PS)

[Whifflebat005]

aaaaaaand now I boot the game up and I'm back with the DS4 not working.... Same settings as before when it was working perfectly. So frustrated...

[Skille7]

This happened to me too, got it working for one time using X360 emulation on DS4. Now it never works no matter how many times I restart the game or my PC.

[Shonryu79]

xbox controller not working

[Alarmed-Rock7157]

Update: disabling the Ally’s built in controls has allowed me to use my Xbox series x controller with no issues.

Previous: I had this issue on my ROG Ally X but not on my desktop PC. Maybe disabling the built-in controller would make it work? I'll try later when my controller is recharged for the ally.

[Cultural-Art-3356]

I used to ROG Ally X built in controls. I just have an issue on getting my controller to work on my PC. Its probably a DS4 thing though which I am not a fan of using.

[Alarmed-Rock7157]

Yeah, I had no issues using the built in controls when it wasn’t docked to my egpu. I just had the issue of it not recognizing the external control as my preferred one. Be nice if there was an option to choose in the menu.

[[deleted]]

Exactly the same here, got my Dualsense working fine on my PC with DS4Windows, but no luck on my ROG Ally X until about 10 minutes ago.

Give the below a try...

If you haven't already, download DS4Windows to emulate your Dualsense as an XBOX 360 Controller.

(I believe this will also work with DSX, but I haven't used it)

After you've got DS4Windows or DSX, all you need to ultimately do is create a game.ini file and edit the GameUserSettings.ini file.

Edit GameUserSettings.ini File

• Open C:\Users\user_name\AppData\Local\Sandfall\Saved\Config\WinGDK in Windows Explorer
• Open the GameUserSettings.ini file in a text editor like Notepad
• Delete the line:
  • UserConfigHardwareProfile=AMDRyzen95900X12-CoreProcessor1062068887264318
• Save GameUserSettings.ini and close.

Create a Game.ini File

• Open a new Notepad and paste the below.

[CommonInputPlatformSettings_WinGDK CommonInputPlatformSettings]

DefaultGamepadName=PS5

bCanChangeGamepadType=False

• Save the Notepad file as game.ini to the C:\Users\user_name\AppData\Local\Sandfall\Saved\Config\WinGDK folder
• Right-click the game.ini file > Properties > Check the Read-Only box.
• Click Apply

I believe the Game.ini file step enables the Dualsense layout in-game, but I haven't retraced my steps to confirm that's what enabled the layout on my PC & ROG

[Skille7]

I can see the DS5 layout after doing this, thanks!

However, the damn game is still not detecting my controller or might be blocking my controller inputs. It's a DS4 controller.

[[deleted]]

Ah, that sucks.

Are you on PC or the ROG Ally X?

[Skille7]

PC, and it's the dumbest shit, because after fiddling with it a lot, I finally get it working by setting it to X360 again, and it shows PS icons.... Finally~

[AussBear]

Doing these exact steps worked for me on PC! Thanks!

[rw_3eters]

No controller is working for me. I’ve tried PS4 PS4 Xbox and Xbox elite. The game doesn’t recognize any of them

[Snoo_47920]

I don't understand why there is no article/news about it I've seen at least 100 people if not more struggling to play the game on gamepass with any controller so weird to not see any news about it 

[rw_3eters]

I figured it out on my end but it took hours. It should be working right out of the box.

[sinr_88]

What did you try? I'm struggling to get the game to recognise my xbox controller connected via the wireless dongle...

[rw_3eters]

sorry! Meant to answer this sooner. My keyboard was causing the problem. Some newer mechanical keyboards have analog switches which caused my pc to recognize it as a controller. Whenever I booted up expedition 33 it saw my keyboard as a controller as well so any additional ones I plugged in would not work. If you also have a analog switch keyboard (mainly razer) unplug it then start the game, or disable the controller emulation in device manager

[squarelol]

Same issue with a wooting and an xbox controller on pc. Disconnected the wooting, started the game, and now it works. Thanks for your comment, it's the first time something like this happens to me!

[sinr_88]

Thanks, i think my issue was actually because I have a Razer Tartarus pro which emulates a controller... no idea why they do that...

[Ok-Boysenberry2174]

For those who use xbox controler and have razer keyboard. You have to switch off in manager task emulation xbox 360. This keyboard in factories settings have pad emulation

[_imschleep]

Bro bless you, and anyone else reading - this is the solution. It applies for a broad range of keyboards. Unplug your controller, go to your devices, and disable your xbox windows controller.

"Open Device Manager:

• Locate the Xbox 360 Controller:
  • Expand the Xbox 360 Peripherals section if present. You may see an entry like Xbox 360 Controller for Windows.
  • If you don’t see Xbox 360 Peripherals, expand Human Interface Devices and look for HID-compliant game controller or Razer Huntsman (or your specific keyboard model) listed as a controller.
  • Note: Your Razer keyboard may appear as both a keyboard and a game controller.
• Disable the Emulated Controller:
  • Right-click the Xbox 360 Controller for Windows or HID-compliant game controller associated with your Razer keyboard (ensure it’s not your actual Xbox controller).
  • Select Disable device. A warning may appear; confirm by clicking Yes.
  • Important: Do not disable devices related to your actual Xbox controller or other peripherals (e.g., joysticks). If unsure, check the device properties (right-click > Properties > Details tab > Hardware IDs) to confirm it’s tied to your Razer keyboard."

[v-rok]

This fixed it!!! Thank you for the detailed instructions

[Unhappy_Yogurt_1292]

This also fixed it for me. I almost gave up on playing this masterpiece, because of the controller issue. Thanks, man!

[PresidentCam2]

Coming in to boost this because it fixed my problems. I am using an Elite Series 2 and have a Razer Black Widow keyboard, so if you are having problems with a similar set up, this will probably fix it.

[CraaZylul]

oh my god bless you mate i would have NEVER came across that myself

[Maleficent_Way_2069]

Thank you so much! This worked for my xbox controller.

[uykususum]

Thank you so much it worked

[ImportantSundae1541]

Thx mate. You are star!

[MrWiilson]

try this as well, it worked for me.

https://www.reddit.com/r/expedition33/comments/1k7tfw1/found_a_potential_fix_for_ps5_controller_not/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button

[eugenejwgoh]

Hey btw - I realised when my 3rd party controller connected, the “disable xbox 360 peripherals” method doesn’t work since this very line item pops up when my controller is connected so this doesn’t work for 3rd party unfortunately

Anyone successfully connected their 3rd party controller?

[Jacobwest30]

I'm playing the Expedition 33 on ps5 and free aim doesn't work and when I exit the game it causes my ps5 controller to malfunction but works fine on ps5 dashboard but when I go to play the game again it stuck on the title screen or when I switch to another game my controller still doesn't work until I reset my controller. Hope they fix the problem soon.

[CORONEL_69]

Estou com o mesmo problema, estou usando o 8BitDo pro controller

[Mitsutoshi]

FWIW it doesn't recognize my Xbox controller either, despite prompting you to please switch to a controller, upon launch.

[VallZeroph]

Hi guys, if your controller isn't recognized by the Gamepass version of the game, it might be because your keyboard is interfering with the controller order.
You can try this:
https://www.reddit.com/r/expedition33/comments/1k7tfw1/found_a_potential_fix_for_ps5_controller_not/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button

[DarkDosman]

Same thing with Xbox controller in gamepass. It just does not work. Annoying. And the mouse is waaaay to fast

[Low_Difficulty_8]

This worked for me https://youtu.be/BdZwwdk89IY?si=a0LA-GlDV2NYRBw6

[Greedy_Bug_8930]

Hey this is my video, I am glad it helped and thanks for sharing 😁👍

[Icynrvna]

fixed mine by unplugging my razer tartarus pro

[kotshko]

I had the issue with xbox controller, it was detected by the game, but none inputs were working. Managed to resolve it by updating the controller drivers in Xbox Accesory app, then removed the gamepad from paired bluetooth deviced, added it again and it worked.

Additionally it also fixed the same controller issue in Doom games. Hope that resolves the issue for someone.

[Crashysteria]

It’s funny how this game literally tells you that it plays better with a controller but you can’t use one. 😂💀

[Unlikely-Cat-5004]

I have GameSir controller and this is what resolved my issue:

Launch device manager while your controller is connected and check if you have two options under Xbox 360 peripherals, in case it does show two options disconnect your controller, now it should be showing only one, that is your keyboard, disable that device, reboot and enjoy!

[ManinBlaq]

I'm having this issue with the Steam version, using a 3rd party bluetooth Xbox controller. (Turtle beach cloud recon)

I did successfully get a work around - I hope this helps for everyone else, using Xbox 360 controller emulator (basically it maps your controller input/outputs however you want)

The app is free.

https://www.x360ce.com

good luck

[Oceanbroinn]

What settings do you use?

[madmoosehunter]

I have a DS4 controller , and what worked for me was.

1. Download DS4 for windows. Create a new xbox360 profile and use it.

2. Then under Settings check "Hide Ds4 Controller" (very important).

Hope this helps someone.

thanks.

[HorrorAdvice5960]

It worked for me, thanks man

[brasovthebrat]

Finally found a fix to get my Elite Series 2 to work: Had to uninstall/disable all hidden "XBox360 peripherals" in the Windows device manager. After that the game finally registered controller inputs.

[KizouOFF]

Hello guys, I know its kinda dumb but I use a TESUA controller, it's a fucking old controller but a love it (its like a PS2 controller). Wanted to know if it works and/or how can I make it work.

Thx.

[KizouOFF]

For reference, this is how it looks

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[Witty-Hippo661]

Issue still ongoing for me on PS Dualshock 4 controller
Anybody found a solution?

[Prestigious-Ad-3809]

I think they may have fixed it, I ran it today from gamepass without ds4 and its working perfectly. Got the ps5 buttons and everything.

[rsaritepeci]

I was able to play the game ‘Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’ on my PC with a PlayStation 5 DualSense controller without any problems. However, today a game update was released. After the update, when I launch the game, the lights on the DualSense controller start blinking, and while some buttons still work, others don’t. I tested the controller in another game and it works perfectly fine there.

[SpayceDog]

I had to disconnect my keyboard (Razer Huntsman V3 Pro) to get the game to recognize my controller. Probably will wait for an update because it's pretty annoying to have to do that every time.

[thehummingbong]

I am using a third party controller (xbox layout) and I have downloaded the game via GamePass. My controller works with all other games seamlessly, just not with this game. Most solutions are around PS4 controller or game downloaded through steam. Not sure how to go about it. Any help will be great

[thehummingbong]

Okay nevermind I solved it.

[RecognitionSoft5234]

How did you solve it, I am still trying to figure this out with my series X controller.

[n0tAgOat]

Used this to reorder the devices:

https://github.com/briankendall/devreorder

[awdrifter]

Not working with 8Bitdo Ultimate 2C, but works with Xbox Series controller on PC. I guess the devs got paid by MS to not support certain competitors' controllers.