Xbox Series X|S controller issues on PC (non-Steam)

[EatForMoxie]

I have the fix, it's counter-intuitive but it's the only solution I've found.

In case you REALLY want to play with a Bluetooth* controller, just add FFXIV.exe (client only non-steam version) as a "fake" steam game through the Steam UI:

On a Windows OS (haven't tried Mac), open Steam

Look at the "Games" menu in the top-left of your window

Click "Add a Non-Steam Game to My Library"

Add "FINAL FANTASY XIV ONLINE"

Launch the client through Steam

Enjoy playing FFXIV with your Bluetooth Controller.



(It should work 100%, quote me if it doesn't.)
*Edited to add Bluetooth, wired controllers should work without any workarounds.