Fix Starfield Controller/Gamepad Not Working On PC

Hello! It seems like you have a detailed solution for fixing controller issues with the Starfield game on a Windows computer. Here's a summarized version of the steps you've provided:

1. Step 1: Restart Your Computer

• Begin by restarting your computer to see if that resolves the controller issue.

1. Step 2: Disable Steam Input

   • Right-click on the game in Steam.
   • Select "Properties."
   • Go to the "Controller" tab.
   • Choose "Disable Steam Input."

2. Step 3: Enable/Disable Steam Controller Support

   • Open Steam.
   • Go to "Settings."
   • In the "Controller" tab, disable all options.
   • Optionally, enable the specific controller option you're using (Xbox or PlayStation).

3. Step 4: Launch Steam in Big Picture Mode

   • Click on the Big Picture Mode icon in the top right of Steam.
   • Launch the game from Big Picture Mode.

4. Step 5: Disconnect Unused Devices

   • Disconnect any unused devices like additional controllers, joysticks, or external input devices.

5. Step 6: Disable Virtual Controllers

   • If you have virtual controller software like "JoyToKey," disable or uninstall it.

6. Step 7: For PlayStation 5 Controller Users

   • Consider using software like reWASD or DS4Windows for PlayStation controller compatibility.

7. Step 8: Turn Off Steam Overlay

   • Right-click on the game in Steam.
   • Select "Properties."
   • Disable "Enable the Steam Overlay while in-game."

8. Step 9: Verify Game Files

   • In Steam, right-click on the game.
   • Select "Properties."
   • Go to the "Installed Files" tab.
   • Click on "Verify Integrity of Game Files."

9. Step 10: Use a Wired Controller

   • If none of the above steps work, try connecting your controller using a USB cable to use it as a wired controller.

These steps should help you troubleshoot and potentially fix controller issues with the Starfield game on your Windows computer. Remember to follow them in order and test your controller after each step to see if the issue is resolved. Good luck!

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