I’ve got an 8BitDo Ultimate 2C Wired Controller that I want to use on Arch Linux. I followed some guides and used version 310a instead of 3106, and installed the xpad driver, which did make the controller recognized by my system. Most buttons are working fine, but I’ve got a weird issue where the triggers seem to simulate stick movement. Once I press them, it feels like I’m always pushing the right stick sideways. Has anyone else encountered this problem?
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You might want to try a couple of things to fix your issue. First, check out these udev rules to manage game devices: https://codeberg.org/fabiscafe/game-devices-udev. Another option is to configure your controller with Input Remapper, which should help. I usually resolve most of my controller problems with these two tips.
That method is actually pretty outdated. Most of these controllers are supported natively now. Maybe there’s something else going on with your setup?
From what you described about the stick movement, it sounds like it could be water damage or a hardware issue. Try testing the controller on a different computer to see if the problem persists. That might give you a clue if the controller itself is the issue.
I hadn’t considered that! It’s just been sitting on the desk, so I didn’t think it could be damaged, but I’ll check it on another machine tomorrow.
I thought so too, but something’s not right. What else should I check?