Steam now treats most controllers as generic controllers by default. Sometimes forcing a specific configuration profile bypasses the error.
If you have a steering wheel, fight stick, or multiple gamepads plugged in, PES 2016 often tries to assign Player 1 to the wrong device.
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No single download link fixes this — it’s a Steam Input compatibility setting.
A lesser-known fix involves the Steam Beta client and a specific launch command.
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If you want, tell me which controller model and your OS (Windows/macOS/Linux) and I’ll give the exact steps for that setup.
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The error "The procedure entry point Steam Controller could not be located" typically indicates missing or corrupted Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable components Primary Fix: Reinstall Visual C++ Libraries Steam now treats most controllers as generic controllers
This error occurs when the game cannot find specific libraries required to communicate with Steam's controller API. Download and install the Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable
packages (specifically 2013, 2015, and 2022 versions) from the official Microsoft Support page Install both the Restart your computer. Game-Specific Configuration (PES 2016)
If the error is gone but the controller still doesn't work, follow these PES-specific steps: Settings.exe Utility : Navigate to your PES 2016 installation folder, open Settings.exe , go to the Controller Launch the game
tab, and ensure the DirectInput/XInput setting matches your device. Administrative Privileges : Right-click the PES 2016 executable or Steam and select Run as administrator Steam Input : Right-click PES 2016 in your Steam Library, select Properties > Controller , and set the "Override for Pro Evolution Soccer 2016" to Enable Steam Input Other Common Solutions How To Fix Steam Not Detecting Controller - Full Guide