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Fix: "Steam Controller could not be located" — PES 2016

If Pro Evolution Soccer 2016 (PES 2016) shows a "Steam Controller could not be located" error or won't recognize input, try the steps below in order.

5. No Solution Yet?

• Verify game files via Steam.
• Reinstall DirectX Redistributables (June 2010).
• Test controller in joy.cpl (Windows Game Controllers).

• Launches but shows a black screen with the error.
• Fails to recognize any button presses.
• Crashes shortly after the loading screen (KONAMI logo).

Method 2: DirectX 9 Runtime Repair (The Technical Fix)

PES 2016 relies on older DirectX 9.0c libraries. If your Windows installation is fresh (Windows 10/11), you might be missing the specific DLL files the game uses to identify controllers. pes 2016 steam controller could not be located link

. Many users find success after installing versions from 2010 through 2015. Check Antivirus Quarantines: Fix: "Steam Controller could not be located" —

10) Last-resort steps

• Set PES 2016 to use "Use default settings" for Controller in Properties if a custom override causes trouble.
• Reinstall Steam (backup Steamapps and configs) if Steam Input seems broken.
• Try another controller to confirm whether the issue is controller-specific.

• Open Steam and go to Settings (Preferences on Mac).
• Click on the In-Game tab.
• Check the box that says "Enable the Steam Overlay while in-game."
• Click OK and restart Steam.