problem with ps4 controller and pc

[76561198306643711]

I use my ps4 controller on my pc for fallout 4 with the cord connected. I enabled it with the DS4.windows program.The first time I set it up there were no problems. I had to reset my pc, and I set up the DS4 program again, but now my controller goes all wacko. When I turn, then stop, the controller keeps turning. When I scroll, the thing takes off and scrolls like heck, not wanting to stop. A lot of times the controller doesn't register that I have pushed a button. I am severely frustrated. It's not the controller since I have tried it with both of my controllers, and one is brand new. Anyone have any idea what is wrong or how to fix it?????

[Jollyfingers]

No idea...

but to keep in shape with this forum i have to add: play the game like it's meant to be played on PC... not with some console controller trash...

Just kidding. I have no experience with gamepads (besides my trusted G13). I'd like to help but i can't :(

[Rez Elwin]

Get a 360 or XB1 gamepad, I have a 360 and it works perfectly.

[76561198306643711]

I did notice the set up for Xbox controller when I set it up, and the set up for the controller in the game is for an Xbox controller. So thanks for the advice. I just went and ordered a Xbox 360 controller which will be here on Monday. Hopefully that will solve the problem, I believe it should.

[Dharok]

It could be a problem with the game itself. I have to use M&K because when I use my X360 controller, scrolling through menus skips every other option in the menu, so I can't really use my controller.

[Rez Elwin]

Obergefreiter Dharok の投稿を引用：

It could be a problem with the game itself. I have to use M&K because when I use my X360 controller, scrolling through menus skips every other option in the menu, so I can't really use my controller.

Are you sure that isn't a problem with the gamepad? I have no such issue when using my 360 Controller.

[T9X 69]

The problem is you're using DS4Windows. Fallout 4 has native PS4 controller support (although, button prompts are still Xbox -_-). I had this same issue until I realized this myself. Just make sure DS4Windows isn't running in your task manager and start the game with your controller plugged in and it will work no problem.

[TuneablePear]

TO FIX CONTROLLER NOT WORKING WHATSOEVER:



Don't know if anything here worked for you, but just exiting DS4Windows made my controller for some reason screw up and not work right. I turned incredibly slow and the button configuration was all crazy, what made it work perfectly for me, was this:

1.) Exit Fallout 4 completely
2.) Run DS4Windows
3.) Hit the stop button in the bottom corner of the window, so that the controller details in the first tab of DS4Windows is gone. (it should say, "No controllers connected.")
4.) While keeping DS4Windows open, launch Fallout 4.
5.) Leave DS4Windows running while playing, you can minimize it but don't exit it out.

Not really sure why it works, but for me it did. Make sure that the launcher isn't open while you are opening DS4Windows. If it doesn't work try exiting DS4Windows completely as well as Fallout 4 first. The native support for dualshock 4 controllers in Fallout 4 works as far as I can tell, it's just DS4Windows that messes it up... Anyway, this is what worked for me. Hope it works for you!



TO FIX THE CONTROLS:



Once the controller itself is working, your controls may be pretty screwed up. If your start button is keybound to up on the D-pad, your square button rebound to X, then you'll have to do this:

1.) Quit Fallout 4, to the desktop.
2.) Restart the game with DS4Windows stopped.
2.5) Your control may be lit up at this point
3.) When it starts back up, your controls should all be routed to the right buttons, it should work like a charm. I test it by pressing the start button, making sure that it opens the menu, and using the touch pad to change into third person. If all other buttons work too, then you're golden.

Again, may or may not work. I have no clue what's up really with DS4Windows and Fallout 4 conflicting with each other like crazy, but this seems to work for me consistently.

[Darth Dingo]

I found that simply plugging the PS4 controller into your computer works for Fallout 4, without DS4 or any program. Your other games however will likely be messed up.

I may need to try DS4 again, but it messed stuff up for me when I used it. Now what I've done to try and make my controller work for all games is to turn on Playstation 4 Controller Configuration in Steam settings. You have to enter big picture mode to access it. In big picture, you can tailor your button configurations for each game. It's not perfect as it did fix my other games that were messed up from it plugged in and no DS4; subsequently, it messed up Fallout 4. I still have tweaking to do.

Nonetheless, without using any mapping program or steam configurations and just plugging the PS4 controller in, Fallout 4 works. That much I'm certain.


Update: you can turn off steam controller configurations for any game. That way Fallout 4 works as do all my other games that would otherwise be messed up. In case you haven't figured it out a year later, I hope this helps

[Kippa]

As other people have mentioned, DS4 is probably the main reason why your Fallout 4 controller configuration is all messed up. Literally at the time I post this comment I've had the same problem with my controller not working properly and I would like to thank everyone who commented with feedback on what you can do to sort it out!

I use DS4 for Fallout 4 and my other games but until today this is the only problem I've experienced with the program.

I will try what T9X 69 said about turning off the DS4 program and see if it works. If by some miracle it does work I will update this comment so everyone will know it could be a possible fix.

[76561198306643711]

I solved the problem with the PS4 controller. Then got a XBox 360 controller and it works perfect.

[Gareee]

We are trying to migrate for the ps4 to windows on fallout 4, and the ps4 controler support seems to be very mixed up. Some things work, others don't. (Like we can't get dogmeat to wear anything, or select the right items on the dpad menu.. selecting d pad right always opens the save menu.

Any solutions to the ps4 controller issues?

[Waggy]

I tried using a PS3 controller on the PC and had a lot of headaches, so I just bought an Xbox 360 controller.

I like the playstation controllers a lot more, but I'll go with the simple plug & play option instead of having to troubleshoot and install jimmy rigging software that makes the game think it's an Xbox controller anyway...

[Kameraden]

Waggy の投稿を引用：

I tried using a PS3 controller on the PC and had a lot of headaches, so I just bought an Xbox 360 controller.

I like the playstation controllers a lot more, but I'll go with the simple plug & play option instead of having to troubleshoot and install jimmy rigging software that makes the game think it's an Xbox controller anyway...

Exactly what Microsoft wants. PS3 controllers actually work on PC. Microsoft has tried on and off to force gamers to get only XBox controllers, by blocking drivers installed by 3rd party products. PS3 controller for example installs drivers, back around Windows XP it worked just fine on PC. I don't remember which update, but eventually Windwos blocked the drivers for the dual anolog joysticks, so only the buttons worked on the controller. Pretty much breaking the PS3 controller on PC.

They then pushed game developers with For Windows Live to only support XBox 360 controllers. This was a serious problem for example when GTA IV came out, a lot of people didn't own XBox 360 controllers on PC.... but couldn't use their PC game pads for the game. Shady Shady behavior by Microsoft.

I say the headache is worth it, just so you can spit in Microsoft's face for getting around their attempts to monopolize gaming hardware on PC.

[Gareee]

We have 360 controllers, and those work flawlessly, so we'll just use them. It's a shame the ps4 controllers weren't supported properly though.

[Nensei]

Roachapproach の投稿を引用：

As other people have mentioned, DS4 is probably the main reason why your Fallout 4 controller configuration is all messed up. Literally at the time I post this comment I've had the same problem with my controller not working properly and I would like to thank everyone who commented with feedback on what you can do to sort it out!

I use DS4 for Fallout 4 and my other games but until today this is the only problem I've experienced with the program.

I will try what T9X 69 said about turning off the DS4 program and see if it works. If by some miracle it does work I will update this comment so everyone will know it could be a possible fix.

So I turned off all controller configuration support in big picture mode and guess what....it flipping works!!!!! Turning off every controller support worked flawlessly when I opened back up FO4