Windows registering 2 controllers when I only have 1

Discus and support Windows registering 2 controllers when I only have 1 in XBoX on Consoles to solve the problem; I'm using the Flydigi Vader 4 Pro controller on Windows 11, all drivers updated. I'm having a problem that when I connect the controller, 2... Discussion in 'XBoX on Consoles' started by Sean Mei, May 4, 2025.

  1. Sean Mei
    Sean Mei Guest

    Windows registering 2 controllers when I only have 1


    I'm using the Flydigi Vader 4 Pro controller on Windows 11, all drivers updated.

    I'm having a problem that when I connect the controller, 2 controllers are registered (as seen on Gamepad Tester, as well as Steam controller settings). One of these controllers are fine, the other one will take my RT input and register it as a flickering LT input. It seems to be random which controller is registered as Player 1 vs Player 2. I've tried reinstalling drivers and removing the controller from device manager, but it doesn't solve the issue. This is causing issues where in some games I get double inputs (due to both controllers' inputs gets registered), and in some games I can't play as normal because RT button is effectively disabled at random.

    Please help!

    :)
     
    Sean Mei, May 4, 2025
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  2. SweetMonet Win User

    Windows registering 2 controllers when I only have 1

    Hi, Sean! I'm sorry to hear you're having trouble with your third-party controller. No worries, I'm happy to assist you with this today.

    May I know first if you are using this controller to play games using the Xbox App or the Steam App?

    I'm looking forward to your response so we can sort this out.
  3. DmitryGulevich Win User

    The game has disappeared and the nickname has changed

    I have only 1 mail with which I register.
    There was such a sequence
    1) I change my account name
    2) reinstall windows, because my past has eternal departures
    3) Install new
    After that, I can not log in and do not see the game in my library
  4. Dr Black Bones Win User

    How do I make one 360 controller always sign into my profile over a second controller?

    If a controller is already plugged in, no matter what it'll register that as #1. Unplug the old controller before turning the console on and then re-plug it back in and it'll register the new controller as the #1 controller.

    I use a wired controller, so it's the first thing the console goes to when starting up, even when I use a wireless controller to turn it on.
  5. HarryBrown6 Win User

    xbox elite controller series 2

    Unfortunately, because i bought the elite controller on its own, i cant seem to register it. When asking where to find the serial number there is no option for the xbox elite series 1. Other people have said unless you bought the package (Which i didn't)
    there the serial number option doesn't register the serial number of the controller. the only way to register a xbox elite controller is to by the paddle package and then the serial number is accepted. Personally i don't want to have to buy something just
    to be able to see if a warranty is still active.
  6. Lt Farty Pants Win User

    Xbox Series X extended warranty

    Yes you can. I preordered my Series X from Best Buy. I received it Nov 11th.

    Just this morning I added the Microsoft Extended warranty for $49 plus tax.

    You have 45 days from purchase date to add it.

    It's a great deal in that it extends the warranty out 3 years (not 3 years past initial warranty, just 3 years from registered date) and covers up to 2 controller replacements (only 1 replacement if controller is the Elite) and 1 console replacement.

    Best Buy wanted $69 and only extended 2 years and included only 1 controller replacement and 1 console replacement.
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