The newly released Steam hit Rematch has impressed players with its smooth, arcade-style gameplay and competitive flair. But for many PC users, the experience is marred by a major issue: controllers not working properly—or at all.
Reports range from Rematch not detecting any controller input, to the game crashing when a controller is connected. This guide compiles official steps and community-tested fixes to help you get back into the game with your controller fully functional.
🎮 What’s Causing the “Controller Not Working” Error?
Based on community feedback, common causes include:
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Corrupted controller config files or Steam Input conflicts
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Windows not detecting the controller as XInput
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Outdated or missing USB drivers
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Interference from other input devices (joysticks, tablets, VR gear)
✅ How to Fix Rematch Controller Issues on PC
1. Verify Game Files on Steam
Corrupted or missing files might interfere with controller support.
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Open Steam Library
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Right-click Rematch → select Properties
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Go to Installed Files → click Verify Integrity of Game Files
This is also the first step recommended by many users on the Steam forums.
2. Launch Steam as Administrator
Permissions can block controller initialization.
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Right-click your Steam shortcut → Run as Administrator
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Alternatively, locate and run:
3. Enable Steam Input or Use "Forced Off" Mode
Some players report that toggling Steam Input fixes controller detection:
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Go to your Steam Library
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Right-click Rematch → Properties
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Under Controller, try switching between:
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“Use default settings”
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“Enable Steam Input”
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“Disable Steam Input” (community-tested fix for Xbox and PS4 controllers)
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🧪 Community tip: Steam Input “Forced Off” worked best for Xbox Series controllers.
4. Update Your USB and Controller Drivers
Old drivers may cause detection failures or unstable input. Make sure:
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Windows Update is fully up to date
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Your controller (Xbox/PS/3rd-party) has the correct drivers installed
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Use manufacturer software if available (e.g., DS4Windows for PS4)
✅ Advanced Tip: Try using the Device Manager to uninstall and reinstall the HID-compliant game controller.
5. Disconnect Other Input Devices
Several users on Reddit confirmed that Rematch crashes or ignores controllers if other devices are connected:
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Unplug extra input devices like:
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Flight sticks
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Drawing tablets
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VR headsets
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Restart the game with only your main controller connected
6. Reset Steam Controller Configuration
A corrupted config can break input.
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Steam > Settings > Controller > General Controller Settings
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Uncheck all boxes, then recheck only the one for your controller (e.g., Xbox or PlayStation)
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Click “Define Layout” if your controller isn’t recognized
🔧 Optional: Delete the
controller_config.vdffile located in:
7. Try Big Picture Mode or Steam Input Mapper Tools
Some players reported success launching the game via Big Picture Mode, which reinitializes controller profiles.
Others use tools like:
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DS4Windows (for PlayStation controllers)
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x360ce (to emulate Xbox input)
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REWASD (advanced remapping tool)
📺 Watch: For a walkthrough on controller troubleshooting, you can check this helpful guide:
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🔍 Still Not Working?
If nothing works, try:
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Plugging your controller into a different USB port (USB 2.0 often works better than 3.0 for older devices)
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Creating a new Windows user profile and reinstalling Steam+Rematch (fixes permission issues)
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Reporting the issue to Rematch Support with your system specs and controller type
💬 Also check the Rematch Community Discord or Steam discussions—several players have shared controller-specific fixes.
🧩 Conclusion
Controller not working in Rematch? You’re not alone—but there are working fixes. Whether it’s Steam Input settings, driver conflicts, or USB issues, this guide helps you troubleshoot and get back in the game with full controller support.
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