[PC/Console] Sprint bug with a controller

Creeper

Dear Developers,

I just started playing ESO again after taking almost 2 years break from the game and the "Sprint" bug that was introduced with Harrowstrom DLC is still not fixed and after almost 2 years the Sprint bug is still present.

I use an Xbox One Controller to play ESO on my PC and the Sprint bug seems to affect even the PS4/Xbox version. I have to press the Sprint button multiple times (3-4) to activate sprint which is really annoying and even when my character does sprint there seem to be some kind of 1 or 2 seconds delay now before my characters sprint after pressing the Sprint button.

When I am doing Pledges or Trials, I get left behind because I couldn't sprint fast enough because the sprint wouldn't activate which is ruining my gameplay.

Please fix the Sprint bug issue with Controller. Thanks!


Below is link to my comment from 2020 reporting about the Sprint bug issue with controller

https://forums.elderscrollsonline.com/en/discussion/comment/6807902#Comment_6807902

jecks33

I also have noticed that but by long time

Creeper

jecks33 wrote: »

I also have noticed that but by long time

The Sprint is bugged with a controller since Harrowstorm DLC which was released on 10th March 2020.

I have been playing ESO since 2016 and the sprint was instant back then, there is no 1-2 seconds delay and I only had to press the sprint button once to sprint but now I have to spam the button 3 or 4 times to sprint which is really annoying.

I hope the developers fix this soon.

Creeper

@ZOS_GinaBruno

Please look in to the Sprint bug issue with the controller.

The Sprint bug is only affecting the game with Gamepad Mode enabled which uses "toggle sprint" and is affecting the mouse and Keyboard as well when I use it on Gamepad Mode.

I have tested with Mouse and Keyboard which uses "Hold to Sprint" with Gamepad Mode disabled and there is sometimes like a 1 second cooldown before I can sprint again if I press the sprint key fast.

On the controller with Gamepad Mode enable, I have to press the sprint button 3 or 4 times to sprint.

Its been too long since 2020 and the Sprint bug is still not fixed after 2 years.

Please look in to the issue. Thanks!

UntilValhalla13

Yeah, it's been there for years and it is very specifically 3 button presses before it registers, for some reason.

MECHA_STREISAND

They won't fix it because they don't care to.

I've had this since I start playing.. I notice it happens mostly when I loot something then go to sprint away. Doesn't matter how many times I click to sprint, it won't do it until I stop moving and try again.

I'm loath to post it here, because it seems that once the players find a workaround ZoS treat bugs like they're solved, but this works for me: after looting or interacting with anything, always move forwards for at least a second before clicking sprint. It works the majority of times, although I do get caught out now and then. Still, better than happening all the time.

Creeper

MECHA_STREISAND wrote: »

They won't fix it because they don't care to.

I've had this since I start playing.. I notice it happens mostly when I loot something then go to sprint away. Doesn't matter how many times I click to sprint, it won't do it until I stop moving and try again.

I'm loath to post it here, because it seems that once the players find a workaround ZoS treat bugs like they're solved, but this works for me: after looting or interacting with anything, always move forwards for at least a second before clicking sprint. It works the majority of times, although I do get caught out now and then. Still, better than happening all the time.

I am getting the sprint bug even during normal gameplay when I sprint and stop and try to sprint again. I really want this bug fixed. I will spam the forum if I have to until they acknowledge this issue.

I really love this game but the sprint bug is really bothering me. I cannot keep up with the group when I do dungeons and trials because the sprint wouldn't activate and it even mess up my Maelstrom Arena run.

@ZOS_GinaBruno , @ZOS_Kevin Please fix the "Sprint" bug with controller. Thanks!

MECHA_STREISAND

Yep, happens for me if you stop and start quickly too.

Just to manage your expectations, this is a minor inconvenience to a small minority of players - the majority on PC are K&M, so won't have this issue.

For your own sanity, I'd treat this as a feature from now on..

UntilValhalla13

MECHA_STREISAND wrote: »

Yep, happens for me if you stop and start quickly too.

Just to manage your expectations, this is a minor inconvenience to a small minority of players - the majority on PC are K&M, so won't have this issue.

For your own sanity, I'd treat this as a feature from now on..

I'm on console, myself, and it's very much a thing.

Creeper

MECHA_STREISAND wrote: »

Yep, happens for me if you stop and start quickly too.

Just to manage your expectations, this is a minor inconvenience to a small minority of players - the majority on PC are K&M, so won't have this issue.

For your own sanity, I'd treat this as a feature from now on..

It might be a minority for PC players playing with a controller but this is a problem on console too. I don't know how the console population is but I guess there should there be a few thousand players playing on console too and it should be affecting them the most.

I played the game with a controller from the beginning and I don't know how to play the game with a keyboard and mouse and I don't intend to play with Mouse and Keyboard because the game feels like its made for a console and playing with the mouse and keyboard feels weird for me.

The sprint is a basic function of the game and its not just messing up my few maelstrom arena runs, dungeon or trial runs but it should be affecting players while playing PVP too. This should be fixed.

Creeper

@ZOS_GinaBruno , @ZOS_Kevin Still waiting for a reply regarding the Sprint bug issue with controller.

Creeper

@ZOS_GinaBruno , @ZOS_Kevin

Still waiting for a reply. The sprint bug needs to be addressed, its a game/immersion breaking bug and needs to be fixed.

What game requires pressing the sprint button 3 times to sprint?

I am not giving up this time, the sprint bug has been in the game for too long and needs to be fixed.

My post will keep coming every day until the bug is fixed.

I really sorry to everyone having to keep up with my annoying post but I really love this game so I want the sprint bug fixed. Sorry!

UntilValhalla13

It has literally killed me in VCR portals, running a core before the balcony phase.

IsJustaGhost

Is this a an issue with using the "stick" button to sprint? As if it's having issues with analog input and the button simultaneously.

I do not notice this. I have an Advanced controller with 2 programmable buttons underneath, which I have set as L-stick R-stick, in order not to ruin the analog sticks by constantly crushing down on them. Sure I notice I am not running every time I attempt to press that button but, I also realize I do not always press it completely. However, while I was testing to see if I was effected by this issue, I did not notice any issues since I was making it a point to press that button all the way in.

However, the keyword here is "notice".

Creeper

UntilValhalla13 wrote: »

It has literally killed me in VCR portals, running a core before the balcony phase.

Yes, this is an issue with vCR portals, Maelstrom Arena, Dragonstar Arena, PVP, Trials or Dungeons, speed runs, etc at least for the contents I did so far and even during normal gameplay. I always get left behind in the group because the sprint wouldn't activate.

Creeper

IsJustaGhost wrote: »

Is this a an issue with using the "stick" button to sprint? As if it's having issues with analog input and the button simultaneously.

I do not notice this. I have an Advanced controller with 2 programmable buttons underneath, which I have set as L-stick R-stick, in order not to ruin the analog sticks by constantly crushing down on them. Sure I notice I am not running every time I attempt to press that button but, I also realize I do not always press it completely. However, while I was testing to see if I was effected by this issue, I did not notice any issues since I was making it a point to press that button all the way in.

However, the keyword here is "notice".

Yes, we are talking about the left thumb stick button to sprint.

If you play using a Mouse and Keyboard UI on PC it uses a "Hold to Sprint" function (meaning it will stop sprinting if you release the sprint button and requires you to keep holding the sprint button to sprint).

And if you play using a Controller on PC and activate Gamepad Mode it activate the Console UI and uses "Toggle to Sprint" function (meaning you only have to press the sprint button once to sprint and press the sprint button again to stop sprinting).

Since activating the Gamepad Mode uses the Console UI both on PC and Consoles, PS4, XB1, PS5, XBSX and Stadia are affected by the sprint bug which uses toggle to sprint and if you use Mouse and Keyboard with Gamepad Mode enabled you are affected by the sprint bug as well.

Try sprinting and stopping and then try sprinting again, try it multiple times and see if you are affected by the issue and report back.

Creeper

@ZOS_GinaBruno @ZOS_Kevin

Please fix the sprint bug.

Horny_Poney

https://forums.elderscrollsonline.com/en/discussion/597712/unresponsive-sprint-using-gamepad
https://forums.elderscrollsonline.com/en/discussion/557942/sprint-bug

M_Volsung

I've played with nothing but a controller on PC ever since I started and I haven't had any issues with a sprint bug...

By no means am I claiming it isn't happening, far from it, but I was wondering if you're using a wired or wireless controller and if there's any correlation with the controller type and the bug, also, is there any third party controller software being used on PC?

katanagirl1

M_Volsung wrote: »

I've played with nothing but a controller on PC ever since I started and I haven't had any issues with a sprint bug...

By no means am I claiming it isn't happening, far from it, but I was wondering if you're using a wired or wireless controller and if there's any correlation with the controller type and the bug, also, is there any third party controller software being used on PC?

My hubby on PS4 Slim claims he does not have this problem, but on my new PS5 it happens at least 50% of the time I click sprint now. I have no idea why.

Creeper

M_Volsung wrote: »

I've played with nothing but a controller on PC ever since I started and I haven't had any issues with a sprint bug...

By no means am I claiming it isn't happening, far from it, but I was wondering if you're using a wired or wireless controller and if there's any correlation with the controller type and the bug, also, is there any third party controller software being used on PC?

I am using an Xbox One Controller and I had tried both wired and wireless, I don't have any third party controller software installed on my PC.

This is a problem with the game since Harrowstorm DLC update.

Try moving forward and use the sprint button to sprint and then release your "left thumb stick" to stop your character and then try sprinting again, do this several times and see if you have the sprint bug.

I have to press the sprint button 3 to 4 times every time I want to sprint.

Creeper

Horny_Poney wrote: »

https://forums.elderscrollsonline.com/en/discussion/597712/unresponsive-sprint-using-gamepad
https://forums.elderscrollsonline.com/en/discussion/557942/sprint-bug

Yup, these are the two main issues that I am talking about.

Its already a week but there's still no reply from the developers I am going to tag them every day until I get a reply.

This sprint bug needs to be fixed because its a basic function of the game.



@ZOS_GinaBruno @ZOS_Kevin

ADarklore

I too have noticed this problem, but it doesn't happen all the time, and I really notice it when mounted... sometimes I quick-hold the shoulder button (I use PS4 controller) and mount will start sprinting no problem. Other times, I will have to quick-hold the shoulder button THREE times... exactly three times before it will sprint! I have tested this many times, and it does require hitting three times when this 'bug' appears. I have been leveling a new alt so I've been doing dolmen runs, and we all know how frequently you mount/dismount doing that... which is how I know it is three times to activate when the bug happens. But like I said, it doesn't happen all the time, but when it does it's super annoying because if you don't quick-"HOLD" the shoulder button it will activate a skill instead!! So trying to 'quick-hold' three times in a row without getting super annoyed and forget 'hold'... suddenly you're off your mount and activating an ability.

IsJustaGhost

Creeper wrote: »

Try sprinting and stopping and then try sprinting again, try it multiple times and see if you are affected by the issue and report back.

I do that. Do you think it is possible the game is not properly giving priority to the stick-buttons while the stick is not at center?
Or, perhaps it's not reading the press on a very short pulse?
I know, at times, if I just give the button I use (lets call it L3) a quick tap it may not sprint. But, if I ensure to give it a good squeeze it always sprints.
Like I said, I use an "advanced" controller. It does not have the 4 paddles underneath, just 2 buttons. I got tired of damaging the sticks by constantly pressing down on them. It's a wired Xbox One advanced by PowerA.
It may be that separating the action from the stick helps.

In any case, it does sound like it would be the game not accepting the input for some reason. Reporting that it takes multiple presses my be a sign that holding it down may help. Tho I have not noticed anyone mentioning trying to compensate for a delay. I don't know. I have not tested it. I sort of refuse to squeeze down on the sticks.

EDIT:
Oh, I failed to notice for the PS4 controller its the shoulder buttons. Hmm, well that sort of wrecks my theory.

PS: for PC users.
I made an addon to solve the slow look speed, just look up my name.
Disclaimer, stay away from my Betas and (WIP)s.

ADarklore

As I mentioned... when this bug occurs on gamepad... and it doesn't occur all that often... when it does occur you have to quick-hold the sprint button (in my case PS4 right shoulder button) THREE TIMES and sprint will activate on the third time. OR... you can simply release the forward stick then press it forward again then sprint button and it will then work. For whatever reason, releasing the stick and reactivating it again also 'fixes' the sprint bug... but I find it easier to quick-hold three times instead of stopping my forward momentum.

fizl101

IsJustaGhost wrote: »

Creeper wrote: »

Try sprinting and stopping and then try sprinting again, try it multiple times and see if you are affected by the issue and report back.

I do that. Do you think it is possible the game is not properly giving priority to the stick-buttons while the stick is not at center?
Or, perhaps it's not reading the press on a very short pulse?
I know, at times, if I just give the button I use (lets call it L3) a quick tap it may not sprint. But, if I ensure to give it a good squeeze it always sprints.
Like I said, I use an "advanced" controller. It does not have the 4 paddles underneath, just 2 buttons. I got tired of damaging the sticks by constantly pressing down on them. It's a wired Xbox One advanced by PowerA.
It may be that separating the action from the stick helps.

In any case, it does sound like it would be the game not accepting the input for some reason. Reporting that it takes multiple presses my be a sign that holding it down may help. Tho I have not noticed anyone mentioning trying to compensate for a delay. I don't know. I have not tested it. I sort of refuse to squeeze down on the sticks.

EDIT:
Oh, I failed to notice for the PS4 controller its the shoulder buttons. Hmm, well that sort of wrecks my theory.

PS: for PC users.
I made an addon to solve the slow look speed, just look up my name.
Disclaimer, stay away from my Betas and (WIP)s.

I think the person who mentioned shoulder buttons is not using the default template, as that presses the joysticks on PS

Creeper

IsJustaGhost wrote: »

I do that. Do you think it is possible the game is not properly giving priority to the stick-buttons while the stick is not at center?
Or, perhaps it's not reading the press on a very short pulse?
I know, at times, if I just give the button I use (lets call it L3) a quick tap it may not sprint. But, if I ensure to give it a good squeeze it always sprints.

ADarklore wrote: »

As I mentioned... when this bug occurs on gamepad... and it doesn't occur all that often... when it does occur you have to quick-hold the sprint button (in my case PS4 right shoulder button) THREE TIMES and sprint will activate on the third time. OR... you can simply release the forward stick then press it forward again then sprint button and it will then work. For whatever reason, releasing the stick and reactivating it again also 'fixes' the sprint bug... but I find it easier to quick-hold three times instead of stopping my forward momentum.

I get the sprint bug a lot because I use sprint a lot while Farming, PVP, Dungeons and Trials, Arenas and even during normal gameplay which is why I want the bug fixed, it can happen every 5 to 10 seconds for me so this is really annoying. I had tried holding the sprint button too instead of a quick tap but I still get the sprint bug.

The only way to bypass this bug is to roll dodge every time if you don't want to press the button 3 times to sprint and I don't want to roll dodge every 5 or 10 seconds wasting my stamina.

I mostly get the bug when I release the left stick (forward) button to stop my character and then use the forward stick and sprint again. This is a huge problem in Trials, Dungeons and Arenas.


@ZOS_GinaBruno , @ZOS_Kevin Please fix the sprint bug.

ADarklore

fizl101 wrote: »

IsJustaGhost wrote: »

Creeper wrote: »

Try sprinting and stopping and then try sprinting again, try it multiple times and see if you are affected by the issue and report back.

I do that. Do you think it is possible the game is not properly giving priority to the stick-buttons while the stick is not at center?
Or, perhaps it's not reading the press on a very short pulse?
I know, at times, if I just give the button I use (lets call it L3) a quick tap it may not sprint. But, if I ensure to give it a good squeeze it always sprints.
Like I said, I use an "advanced" controller. It does not have the 4 paddles underneath, just 2 buttons. I got tired of damaging the sticks by constantly pressing down on them. It's a wired Xbox One advanced by PowerA.
It may be that separating the action from the stick helps.

In any case, it does sound like it would be the game not accepting the input for some reason. Reporting that it takes multiple presses my be a sign that holding it down may help. Tho I have not noticed anyone mentioning trying to compensate for a delay. I don't know. I have not tested it. I sort of refuse to squeeze down on the sticks.

EDIT:
Oh, I failed to notice for the PS4 controller its the shoulder buttons. Hmm, well that sort of wrecks my theory.

PS: for PC users.
I made an addon to solve the slow look speed, just look up my name.
Disclaimer, stay away from my Betas and (WIP)s.

I think the person who mentioned shoulder buttons is not using the default template, as that presses the joysticks on PS

I believe the default "PC" default assignment in gamepad mode for sprint is the right shoulder button; I have no idea what it is on the console version. It's possible I could have changed the gamepad keybind long ago, but I don't recall changing any of the gamepad default settings. Previously I'd just use DS4Windows to use my PS4 controller with ESO, but since they now offer 'automatic' switching between keyboard and gamepad... I only use DS4Windows to change the left and down directional.

PurpleScroll

I have noticed this bug and it also affects other controllers like mine, which is an 8bitdo SN30 Pro+ 2 on PC. While my sprint is set to right analogue stick, the right back handle button is also set to this, and it affects that button too.

katanagirl1

PS4/5 sprint is L3, pressing the right analog stick down to activate and again to deactivate.

As pointed out, it always take 3 presses to work if it does not work the first time. So it seems strange, if it did not register the first time you would expect it to work on the second, but that would normally be off, so it then works the third time.

For some reason it seems to get that you did press it the first time but just flat out ignores that you did.

EDIT: corrected sprint button from R3 to L3, couldn’t remember for sure - it’s muscle memory

Hotdog_23

This is just a "feature" we have with controllers unfortunately. Really wish we had a better visual cue when we do actually get sprint to work. In reality I just quit trying to sprint most of the time due to not working intended.

Stay safe and enjoy Springtime