See how to change controller settings for Palworld. Check this if you can't use the controller or the game won't recognize the controllers and how to fix it.
How To Change Controller Settings
Connect PC With Your Controller
To use a controller in Palworld you first need to connect your controller to your PC. You can use Bluetooth or directly connect it using a cable. You don't need to change any settings once you connect the controller.
Game Controls - How To Change Controller & Keyboard Settings?How To Connect With Wired Cable
| Wired Cable Instructions | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Connect the controller to your PC using a USB cable. |
| 2 | Wait for the driver to finish installing. |
To connect using a wire, use the USB cable that came with your controller. If it's your first time connecting it, the driver will be installed automatically. You can use the controller once it finishes.
How To Connect With Bluetooth
| Bluetooth Instructions | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Click the Windows button and open Settings. |
| 2 | Click "Add Bluetooth or other device" |
| 3 | Click "Bluetooth" to search for your device |
| 4 | Your controller will start pairing with your PC |
| 5 | Done once controller is connected |
To connect via Bluetooth on PC, go to "Settings → Device → Add Bluetooth or other device → Bluetooth". It will start looking for your device and once it is connected you can use your controller.
Change Keybinds In Game Settings
You can change the keybinds from the options menu in the game. You can also change the sensitivity for each stick and turn on/off the vibration.
Changing Interact Keybind
With the Feburary 27 Update (Ver0.1.5.0), you can change all Key configurations including the Interact Key.
▶Latest Update & Patch NotesGame Shows Xbox Buttons Even On PS Controller
If you are using a PlayStation controller, the buttons in the keybinds will show as if you are using a Xbox controller. It is confusing looking at different buttons so check the table we created below for reference.
Corresponding PS And Xbox Buttons
| PS | Xbox |
|---|---|
| ◯ | B |
| ✕ | A |
| △ | Y |
| □ | X |
| L1 | LB |
| L2 | LT |
| R1 | RB |
| R2 | RT |
Cannot Use Or Won't Recognize Controller
Check Connection With PC
If your controller isn't working on Palworld, it is likely that it isn't connected to your PC. Refer to this part and try connecting it again. Then start Palworld again to see if it is fixed.
Using Controller That Doesn't Work On Platform
Your controller may not be compatible with Steam or Xbox Game Pass, in which case your PC can't recognize it. If your controller is not for PS or Xbox, check if it is compatible with your device.
Check Updates For Errors
There is a chance a bug or error is causing your controller not being recognized. Check the official website and X account to see if there are any announcements regarding those issues.
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