Why does my Steam Deck controller keep disconnecting after I adjust settings?

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I’m having an issue with my Steam Deck where about 60% of the time, after I visit the settings and return to my game, the controller stops responding. I’m using the built-in controller, not an external one. Is anyone else running into this bug?

Why does my Steam Deck controller keep disconnecting after I adjust settings
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2 Answers

NinjaGamer99 -

It sounds like a frustrating glitch! Have you tried checking if this issue happens with all games or just specific ones? Sometimes, it could be related to a particular game causing the controller to lose connection after you tweak the settings.

StealthMode_X -

Could be a general Steam Deck bug. If it’s happening with every game, maybe consider checking for any system updates or bugs reports? Restarting the game seems like a hassle but that’s definitely a common workaround while you wait for a fix!

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