Any Controller D-pad double input problem

[Max Dagger]

Long story short: D-pad double inputs while in Game Menu, Big Picture Mode, In-Game.

Recently I have been experiencing this issue whenever I try to use d-pad functions in a game in order to select or navigate a menus, move a character, or even cycle through my items. Just a single tap of the D-pad inputs as two commands rather than one.

Examples would also be: In Dark Souls 3 when pressing down to change the tools. It either presses twice down or presses once down and one right thus changing my right hand weapon.

This isn't happening with one controller. Its happening with any of the ones I have been using from the following: PS4, 360, One, PS3, and Generic Controllers.

One of the options I was given (and definitely one that will work.) is to re-install Windows. Though as much as I would love to do so. I currently can't since I have work related software on another profile and they are a pain in the rear to re-install.

If any one have any way to fix this issue I will greatly appreciate it.

[Bad 💀 Motha]

Disable all controller support in BPM, and restart Steam

[Max Dagger]

Thanks! I will try this after work today.

[Trandon12]

Originally posted by Max Dagger:

Thanks! I will try this after work today.

Did it end up working?

[Max Dagger]

Originally posted by Trandon12:

Originally posted by Max Dagger:

Thanks! I will try this after work today.

Did it end up working?

It worked for the time being, however, this issue stopped being a problem long after. I would say the issue depended on certain games and how their controller setups are.

[Muninnnn]

I'm playing Dark Souls 3 Remastered with the Dualsense without problems, but you need to do some fixes before. (This fixed the controller double input problem for me)

For any one in the future searching for a solution to play DS3 with Dualsense:

Buy and run DSX on Steam -> Emulate Xbox 360 Controller.
Right Click on DS3 -> Properties -> Controller -> Disable Steam Input
Install a mod to change the ingame controller icons for Dualsense (I used this one https://www.nexusmods.com/darksoulsremastered/mods/334).

I'm playing online with the mod and there's no problem, don't worry. Also the achievements do not disable, don't worry with it too.


Pt-Br:

Eu to jogando Dark Souls 3 Remastered com o Dualsense sem problema algum, mas você precisa corrigir algumas coisas antes. (Isso corrigiu o duplo clique do controle pra mim)

Para qualquer pessoa que esteja procurando uma solução pra jogar DS3 com o Dualsense:

Compre e execute DSX no Steam -> Emule um controle de Xbox 360.
Botão direito do mouse no DS3 -> Propriedades -> Controle -> Desativar a Entrada Steam
Instale um mod para alterar os ícones do controle no jogo para o Dualsense. (Eu usei esse aqui https://www.nexusmods.com/darksoulsremastered/mods/334).

Eu to jogando online com o mod e não tem problema algum, não se preocupe. Além disso, as conquistas não desativam por conta do mod, então não se preocupe com isso também.

[Max Dagger]

Thanks for the information. However, this stopped being a problem for me a while ago, especially with Steam updates throughout the time. I will bookmark this for anyone else I know that may come across the problem I had.

[☢️ _to_suport_]

Originally posted by Max Dagger:

Long story short: D-pad double inputs while in Game Menu, Big Picture Mode, In-Game.

Recently I have been experiencing this issue whenever I try to use d-pad functions in a game in order to select or navigate a menus, move a character, or even cycle through my items. Just a single tap of the D-pad inputs as two commands rather than one.

Examples would also be: In Dark Souls 3 when pressing down to change the tools. It either presses twice down or presses once down and one right thus changing my right hand weapon.

This isn't happening with one controller. Its happening with any of the ones I have been using from the following: PS4, 360, One, PS3, and Generic Controllers.

One of the options I was given (and definitely one that will work.) is to re-install Windows. Though as much as I would love to do so. I currently can't since I have work related software on another profile and they are a pain in the rear to re-install.

If any one have any way to fix this issue I will greatly appreciate it.

Experiencing double inputs on your D-pad across multiple controllers and games can be frustrating, but it's likely not a Windows reinstall issue.


Check for Physical Damage:
Inspect your controllers for any physical damage, especially around the D-pad area. If you notice any visible damage, it might be the cause of the issue.

Update Controller Firmware/Drivers:
Make sure your controllers have the latest firmware or drivers installed. Check the manufacturer's website for updates and follow their instructions for updating the controller's firmware or drivers.

Calibrate Your Controllers:
In Windows, you can calibrate your controllers to ensure they are functioning correctly. Here's how:

Press the Windows key and search for "Set up USB game controllers."
Select your controller and click on "Properties."
Go to the "Settings" tab and click on "Calibrate."
Follow the on-screen instructions to calibrate your controller.
Steam Big Picture Mode Settings:
If you're using Steam Big Picture Mode, there may be controller configuration settings that are causing the issue. Make sure your controller settings in Steam are configured correctly. You can also try disabling or reconfiguring the controller support in Steam.

Check for Software Conflicts:
Sometimes, background applications or software can interfere with controller inputs. Try closing any unnecessary applications running in the background, especially those that might have controller support or input management features.

USB Ports and Cables:
Ensure that you're using good-quality USB cables and that your controllers are connected to reliable USB ports on your computer. Unstable connections can lead to input problems.

Test on Another System:
To rule out any issues with your specific computer, try connecting your controllers to a different computer and see if the problem persists. This will help determine if the issue is hardware-related.


Contact Support:
If you've tried all the steps above and are still experiencing the issue, reach out to the manufacturer's support for your controllers or the game developer's support for assistance. They may have specific troubleshooting steps or solutions tailored to your situation.

Reinstalling Windows should be a last resort, as it's a time-consuming and disruptive process. It's more likely that the issue is related to hardware, drivers, or software configuration, and one of the steps above should help you resolve it without the need for a complete OS reinstall.

[Bad 💀 Motha]

The biggest reason why this kind of thing occurs is because Steam in all it's wisdom has Steam Input enabled by default for all of your Games.

If the game has native controller support, go to Steam Library > GameName > Properties and disable Steam Input. Then launch the game and re-test for problems.

[Max Dagger]

Originally posted by Bad 💀 Motha:

The biggest reason why this kind of thing occurs is because Steam in all it's wisdom has Steam Input enabled by default for all of your Games.

If the game has native controller support, go to Steam Library > GameName > Properties and disable Steam Input. Then launch the game and re-test for problems.

This is definitely something I figured out to do a while ago. Another thing that I stated as well is that updates that came out when I made this post fixed this issue as well.

Thanks for the input.