ValveSoftware / ValveSoftware/SteamOS

MSI Claw 8 AI+ DPAD Input Stuck

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Description

Your system information
  • Steam client version: 8/3/2026
  • SteamOS version: 3.8.16 and 3.8.25
  • Opted into Steam client beta?: No
  • Opted into SteamOS beta?: Both
  • Have you checked for updates in Settings > System?: Yes
Please describe your issue in as much detail as possible:

When playing games with native or steam input dpad support, rapid movement around the dpad can lead to a stuck key until pressed again. For instance, playing a 2D platformer, navigating an intense fight and dodging attacks rapidly will lead to the player running in the wrong direction until the key is pressed again.

Steps for reproducing this issue:
  1. Rapidly roll around DPAD, changing directions. The a key will eventually get stuck.

Also of note, dpad inputs do not register in the controller “Test Device Inputs” of SteamOS.

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Research direction

Start by reproducing the issue with rapid D-pad direction changes in a game, then check SteamOS's controller “Test Device Inputs” screen as described. Done means D-pad inputs register there and rapid changes no longer leave a direction stuck until pressed again.

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Assessment

Domain
operating-systems
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Quiet
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
38/100

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