3. Unplug Other Peripherals
External devices such as your mouse, keyboard, or USB drives might cause conflicts. Unplug all unnecessary peripherals, then reconnect them one by one to see if the controller starts working. If this resolves the issue, a specific device or port may have been causing the conflict.
4. Press Alt + Enter
If your controller disconnects during gameplay, pressing Alt + Enter will toggle between full-screen and windowed mode. Doing this can sometimes refresh the game and resolve controller issues.
5. Use Steam Big Picture Mode
Launching the game in Steam’s Big Picture Mode can fix various controller-related issues.
- Open Steam and click View in the top-left corner.
- Select Big Picture Mode and click Continue.
- Navigate to your Library and launch Black Myth: Wukong. Exit Big Picture Mode afterward and test the controller again.
6. Set Your Monitor Refresh Rate to 60Hz
Higher refresh rates can sometimes cause problems with controller input. Set your monitor’s refresh rate to 60Hz to reduce glitches:
- Press Win + I to open Settings.
- Go to System > Display > Advanced display settings.
- Set the refresh rate to 60Hz if it’s not already.
7. Launch the Game in Windowed Mode via Config File
Sometimes launching Black Myth: Wukong in windowed mode fixes controller issues. To do this:
- Navigate to Documents > Black Myth: Wukong folder.
- Right-click the Config.ini file and open it with Notepad.
- Find the line related to [window] mode and change the setting from “no” to “yes.”
- Save the file and restart the game.
8. Enable Steam Overlay
Enabling Steam Overlay for Black Myth: Wukong might resolve controller detection issues:
- In Steam, go to your Library and right-click on Black Myth: Wukong.
- Select Properties > General.
- Check the box for Enable Steam Overlay while in-game.
9. Adjust Steam Controller Settings
Ensure the correct controller configuration is enabled in Steam:
- Open Steam and go to Settings.
- Under Controller, select General Controller Settings.
- Enable the configuration support that matches your controller (e.g., PlayStation, Xbox, or Generic Gamepad).
Sometimes setting the game to high-performance mode helps:
- Open Graphics Settings from the Start Menu.
- Browse to your Steam installation folder and find the Black Myth: Wukong.exe file.
- Select High Performance in the options menu and save.
11. Uncheck Controller Settings in Steam
Sometimes disabling controller configuration support in Steam settings fixes the issue:
- Go to Steam Settings > Controller > General Controller Settings.
- Uncheck all controller support options and save changes.
- Restart Steam and try launching the game again.
In Black Myth: Wukong’s Steam properties, toggle Steam Input to resolve conflicts:
- Right-click the game in your Steam Library, go to Properties, and select Controller.
- Change Use default settings to Disable Steam Input.
- If it doesn’t work, try enabling Steam Input again and test it.
13. Use Per-Game Settings in Steam
You can force Steam Input for specific games:
- Enter Big Picture Mode, navigate to Manage Games, and select Controller Options for Black Myth: Wukong.
- Force Steam Input on or off, depending on your setup, and restart the game to check if it helps.
14. Try DS4Windows
If you are using a PlayStation controller, DS4Windows can help map it for compatibility:
- Download and install DS4Windows.
- In the DS4Windows settings, enable Hide DS4 Controller.
- Relaunch Black Myth: Wukong and see if the issue is resolved.
15. Try a Wired Controller
If none of the methods work, try using a wired connection instead of Bluetooth. A wired connection can often be more stable and less prone to connectivity issues.
Conclusion
We hope one of these solutions helps you resolve the controller issues in Black Myth: Wukong. Feel free to reach out for further assistance if you’re still having trouble.
