How to Fix Controller Not Working in EA Sports FC 25

EA SPORTS FC™ 25 offers more ways to win, with exciting new features and enhanced realism.

The game introduces 5v5 Rush to team up, Clubs, or Kick-Off modes to build a 5-a-side squad.

Tactical control is improved through an upgraded AI system powered by real-world data.

Player Roles now mirror the behavior of real-world pros, adding a new level of authenticity.

In Career Mode, new options let you shape the biggest football storylines with Live Start Points.

In this guide, you’ll learn how to fix your gamepad/PS4/PS5/Xbox controller not working, detecting, or switching in EA Sports FC 25.

Fix 1: Disable Steam Input

1. Open Steam and log in to your account.
2. Go to your library and right-click “EA Sports FC 25”.
3. Select Properties > Controller > Override for “EA Sports FC 25”.
4. Select “Disable Steam Input” and launch the game.

Note: If disabling Steam Input does not fix your controller, try enabling it instead.

Fix 2: Launch the game in Big Picture Mode

1. Launch Steam.
2. Click on the monitor icon on the top right to enter Big Picture Mode.
3. Select “Menu” on the bottom left and select “Library”.
4. Select “EA Sports FC 25” and “Play” to launch the game.

Fix 3: Launch Steam and the game as an administrator

1. Right-click Steam > properties > Compatibility > Run this program as an administrator > tick > Apply > OK.
2. Go to your Steam library > Right-click “EA Sports FC 25” > Properties > Installed Files > Browse > Right-click “EA Sports FC 25” application > properties > Compatibility > Run this program as an administrator > tick > Apply > OK.
3. Launch the game.

Fix 4: Unplug external devices

• Unplug and replug your controller if it’s wired (it can be simply a loose plug).
• Unplug external unused USB devices (Logitech racing wheel, Thrustmaster racing wheel, additional controllers, etc.).

Fix 5: Add EA to Steam (EA Sports FC 25-specific)

1. Go to your Steam library and select “Add a Game” on the bottom left.
2. Select “Add a Non-Steam Game” and select “Browse”.
3. Add the EADesktop app (e.g. C:\Program Files\Electronic Arts\EA Desktop\EA Desktop\EADesktop app).
4. Select “Add Selected Programs” and go to your Steam library.
5. Right-click EADesktop and select “Properties”.
6. Select “Controller” and select “Disable Steam Input”.
7. Launch EA Desktop and launch the game.

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