How to Prevent a Game from Detecting Your Controller

Learn how to easily make a game ignore your controller with simple steps and software tools.

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To prevent a game from detecting a controller, disconnect the controller physically or disable it in the Device Manager (Windows). Additionally, you can use software like HIDGuardian to hide the controller from specific applications. Make sure to restart the game after making these changes for them to take effect.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I disable my controller without physically disconnecting it? Yes, you can disable your controller in the Device Manager on Windows without unplugging it.
  2. What is HIDGuardian and how does it work? HIDGuardian is a software tool that can hide your controller from specific applications, allowing you to control whether it's detected in games.
  3. Will I need to restart my game after making changes? Yes, restarting the game is necessary for the changes to take effect and for the game not to detect the controller.
  4. Are there other software options for managing game controllers? Yes, there are several other software options available, such as vJoy, to manage game controller detection.

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