Gamepad Test

Gamepad not detected: how to test and find the cause

If a game doesn't respond to your controller after you plug it in, the first thing to check is whether the system sees the device at all. This test displays all buttons, sticks and triggers in real time, with no drivers required. If buttons show up here — the problem is in the game or its settings, not the controller. If nothing appears — either the gamepad is faulty, or a special driver is needed. Both XInput (Xbox-compatible) and DirectInput (PlayStation and most gaming controllers) are supported by most browsers. A common issue is a "drifting" stick that doesn't return to centre at rest — this is clearly visible in the test and points to a worn potentiometer inside the stick.