It would seem that whenever they launch the game, the controller starts to behave erratically This wouldn’t be the first time players are having problems handling a FIFA title with their controller anyway and it’s certainly not the sole version to be affected. Here’s what users had to say about this.

Where can I encounter this issue and what to expect?

FIFA 20/21/22 PC controller moving on its own FIFA not recognizing controller Different triggers (FIFA 21 controller not working in-game/stops working mid-game) FIFA 21 scrolling bug/PC controller skipping or settings bug (settings not saving) Twice the problem: FIFA 21 detecting 2 controllers (You may know this issue under the following names: FIFA 21 double controller bug or FIFA 21 PC controller double input) FIFA 21 controller menu glitch FIFA 21 PC controller not working Origin/EA Play

This article covers a few simple solutions that you can use in order to make your controller work fine while playing FIFA 21.

What to do if my controller is erratic in FIFA 21?

1. Make sure you have the latest drivers

Additionally, you could always go for a third-party driver updater or fixer to help with the job. One perfect example is DriverFix, a tool that is so lightweight, you might as well consider it portable. However, don’t let this trait fool you, since you can easily fix and update all drivers on your PC and laptop, regardless of whether they are broken, old, or missing entirely. Simply download and install it, and let the scanning procedure do its thing. DriverFix will then download and install the latest drivers for all your hardware components, and all you have to do is finish off with a system Restart.

2. Make sure your controller is correctly configured in the Control Panel

Tired of downloading drivers all on your own? We’ve got you covered!

3. Make sure FIFA’s controller settings are set appropriately

If you have the PC version of FIFA 21, then make sure it is set to play using a controller and not a mouse and keyboard. SPONSORED A well-known issue makes it so that the controller may behave randomly in such situations. If you want to know more about how to use your Xbox One controller in Windows 10, check out this dedicated guide. Not an Xbox fan? A similar guide for PlayStation controllers exists as well.

4. Make Windows install the default drivers for you

5. Install the latest version of your favorite controller emulator

There are plenty of controller emulators out there for both Xbox and the PS4, and if you’re using one, make sure you have the latest version. More so, you should consider trying different ones from time to time, as some may become incompatible with a new game’s coding.

6. Wait for a new patch to fix things up

Electronic Arts is infamous for having a long history of releasing FIFA titles full of bugs, so what’s happening with FIFA 20 isn’t much of a surprise. However, they are quick to fix any major issues, and an uncontrollable controller is indeed a major issue. By following these steps, you should no longer have any controller issues with FIFA 21. Let us know which solutions worked best for you by leaving us a message in the comments section below.

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