Game "Controller" Detected as Mouse
4.5
Your Xbox/PS5 controller moves the mouse cursor instead of controlling the character.
Symptoms
- Cursor moving
- Buttons doing weird things
- Game doesn't see controller
Possible Causes
- Steam "Desktop Configuration"
- Overlay conflict
Step-by-Step Fix
1
Disable Steam Desktop Layout
Steam > Settings > Controller > Desktop Layout > Edit > Disable.
2
Close Background Remappers
Ensure apps like DS4Windows or JoyToKey aren't running.
3
Unplug Other USB Devices
Sometimes a flight stick or racing wheel can conflict with the gamepad.
When to See a Technician
Steam has a feature that lets you use a controller to browse the web; it often stays active even when a game is running.
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