How to Fix Controller Not Working in Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR’S CUT

Ghost of Tsushima is an action game in feudal Japan where you control Jin Sakai to defend Tsushima.

Explore the countryside, aid civilians, and confront invaders in an open-world adventure.

In the DIRECTOR’S CUT, uncover hidden wonders while forging a new path as the Ghost.

The game is created by Sucker Punch Productions, Nixxes Software, and PlayStation Studios.

In this guide, you’ll learn how to fix your gamepad or PS4/PS5/Xbox controller not working, detecting, or switching in Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR’S CUT.

• Fix 1: Disable/enable Steam Input
• Fix 2: Launch Steam and the game as an administrator
• Fix 3: Enable controller-specific Steam Inputs
• Fix 4: Other troubleshooting methods

Fix 1: Disable/enable Steam Input

1. Open Steam and log in to your account.
2. Go to your library and right-click “Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR’S CUT”.
3. Select Properties > Controller > Override for “Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR’S CUT”.
4. Select “Disable Steam Input”.

Note: If disabling Steam Input does not fix your controller, try enabling it instead.

Fix 2: Launch Steam and the game as an administrator

• Right-click Steam > properties > Compatibility > Run this program as an administrator > tick > Apply > OK.
• Right-click “Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR’S CUT” application > properties > Compatibility > Run this program as an administrator > tick > Apply > OK.

Fix 3: Enable controller-specific Steam Inputs

1. Open Steam and log in to your account.
2. Select Steam > Settings > Controller > External Gamepad Settings.
3. If you’re using a PlayStation controller, enable “Enable Steam Input for PlayStation controllers”.
4. If you’re using an Xbox controller, enable “Enable Steam Input for Xbox controllers”.

Note: If your controller is still not working, try disabling the Steam Input for PlayStation/Xbox controllers instead.

Fix 4: Other troubleshooting methods

• Unplug and replug your controller if it’s wired (it can be simply a loose plug).
• Unplug external unused USB devices (Logitech racing wheel, Thrustmaster racing wheel, additional controllers, etc.).
• Open Steam > Steam > Settings > Downloads > Clear Download Cache.
• Open Steam > Steam > Settings > Controller > Enable Steam input for general controllers.
• Launch Steam in big picture mode and then launch the game (Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR’S CUT-specific).
• If you’re using an Xbox controller, install the Xbox Accessories app and update the controller (Ghost of Tsushima DIRECTOR’S CUT-specific).

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