Controller Drift in games even though the Stick isn't drifting

Try connecting your controller to you PC and go to:

https://hardwaretester.com/gamepad

From this site you can test if your controller has a hardware fault.

Hello Gruffseed,my name is Marvina, I will be happy to help you.

I understand your frustration. It is a serious problem if your character keeps looking up without you moving him. Here are some steps you can try to fix the problem:

Check the right joystick of the controller. Make sure there are no objects obstructing the joystick or causing the joystick to move on its own.

You can also try cleaning the joystick with a clean, dry cloth.

Update the controller firmware. There may be a firmware update available for your controller that fixes this issue. You can check if firmware updates are available for your controller by visiting the Microsoft website.

Reset the controller to factory settings. This is a drastic step, but it may fix the problem if other steps don't work.

You can reset the controller to factory settings by following these steps:

Turn off the controller by removing the batteries.
Press and hold the home button on the controller for 10 seconds.

The controller will reboot and reset to factory settings.

Contact Microsoft customer service. If you've tried all of these steps and are still having problems, you can contact Microsoft customer support for help.

Here are some tips to prevent this problem from happening again in the future:

Treat your controller well. Avoid dropping the controller or exposing it to liquids.

Clean the controller regularly. This will help prevent dirt and debris from accumulating that can clog the joysticks.

Source: https://support.xbox.com/help/hardware-network/controller/wireless-controller-solution

So I have no idea what's going on and I checked the guides and couldn't find anything.
These are basic solutions to these problems, but they can lead to a solution, remember that this is a public forum where we are players like you who want to help, good luck and happy day.

Sincerely,
Marvina.

Im having an issue with my right analog stick drifting up even though my controller is not broken in anyway. "sigh" another bad product made by MS.

I have two controllers BOTH with drift issues. The one left thumb-stick drifts upwards and the other one has a right thumb-stick drift issue that drifts upward.

Like what the heck am I suppose to do. #SMH

they have turned into apple, they sell inferior cheap tack at a premium price.

I have seen loads and loads of posts about stick drift on a lot of new controllers, not just elite.

Best thing is i have three xbox one s controllers, all with drift on the left thumbstick, seems to be an issue when you click it in repeatedly for running in games it then gets drift very quickly. (mainly drifting up)

I bought a power A controller with two rear buttons and low and behold no drift even after three months of use.