Xbox Left and Right triggers not functioning

[harveyred17]

For some reason the Xbox controller triggers are not operational. Tried resetting the layout in steam menu and disabling plus r enabling but does nothing.

Unable to reassign left and right trigger in the Core Keeper controller window. All other buttons operate fine.

No other games in my library have this issue and the controller operates as intended.

[Duggs]

Same issue. I’ve tried different steam controller layouts, the L/R triggers just don’t seem to register. No response in the controller menu when attempting to assign the triggers. I’m on the steam deck using an xbox controller.

Actually, I just realized that it doesn’t seem like I can reassign any actions. The non- trigger buttons work in game, I can move around, go into inventory, etc. But, the triggers have no response.

[harveyred17]

I only have one controller and I'm using a PC. No issue with other games just this one. Seems like a coding issue.

[soundtoxin]

Did you unplug and replug while the game was open? I did that once and all analog functions stopped working until I restarted the game.

As for binding controls, make sure you have the right controller selected at the top of the controls screen. I'm playing on Steam Deck and it seems to default to internal controls instead of my external controller I'm using, and both are called Steam Virtual Input or something like that, so can't tell them apart other than that when rebinding it won't detect what I press if I have the wrong one selected.

If you still can't get it to work, file a bug report here:
https://fireshinegames.jotform.com/220601948356053

[WorldWhisper IV]

solution: Xbox requires an update in Accessories App
PS4/PS5 controllers must be connected by usb cable at all times
problem: the adaptive Mouse/Keyboard is trying to overrite the Gamepad due to mouse/keyboard movement, removing the device (mouse + keyboard) is a temporary solution

[harveyred17]

Thank you for the help but it still does not work. I submitted a bug report and will post any updates.

[Duggs]

For steam deck, I’ve got a workaround that seems to work reliably so far.

If the triggers aren’t working, I completely exit the game. Then, ensure the controller is connected before the game is started, start the game without touching any other input besides the primary controller I want to use, then the triggers work for me.

edit: Using an xbox elite 2 controller. I want to add, when the triggers stop working, the left stick also stops working. Clearly a bug, because the stick still works in in-game menus, but will not move the character. Most commonly seems to happen if I leave the game open during Sleep mode, then come back to it later. Restarting the game fixes the issue for me.

[Devil]

Weird. I'm using a wired USB Turtle Beach React-R Xbox controller and have had no issues at any time for 40 hours of play time. Very good controller. I even remapped 4 hotkeys to my quick slot bar to my D-pad. So I can instantly switch to the quick slot item I need on the fly. Good for switching between my gun, my battle axe, my pick axe and healing potion quickly when using hotkeys that are far away from each other on the UI. Better than pressing the right and left bumper repeatedly to get the item I need right now.. I hope you sort it out. Controller still feels a bit clunky when farming, building or terraforming. It needs more lock on to what is right in front of you. But I get to sit back and play it on the big screen.

[SharkPlush]

there are a lot of revisions of the xbox controller now but it should work, wired or wireless, bluetooth card/mobo or using the old usb adapter? etc.

[harveyred17]

I'm using a PowerA brand X-box controller which is wired. I've also checked my laptop and I still have the same issue. I guess it could be the controller but like I stated earlier it works with every other game on steam.

[Alex]

Thank you for sharing this with us, is this an issue you are still running into currently?

[harveyred17]

Hi. I just tried it and yes it is still an issue.

[harveyred17]

I finally resolved the issue. On the back of this particular controller (Xbox PowerA) there are selectors for the triggers. T1, T2 and T3. Moving the selector from default T1 to the others T2 and T3 allows the triggers to operate correctly.

[KrEmPo]

Using a 8bitdo controller and the right shoulder button only functions as the start button. And my character is facing up. Can't face no other direction. When not using a controller, in handheld mode, everything is fine. What the hell?