Mac Steam Version Help (Overlay, Controller, etc)

Divydation

Newcomer
Hi, I've made an account to ask for help directly because I have spent HOURS trying to get this to work. So, sorry if this is the wrong spot for it. I'm just so at a loss with what to do.

I have a 2022 M2 Macbook Pro. I just want to play Stardew with my Xbox One controller via bluetooth. I'm not using any mods at all.

The controller is recognised by Steam; I can use it to navigate the Big Picture Mode menus, and tested the inputs in Steam. However, when I launch Stardew, it's like the controller doesn't exist.
I've tried all the different Steam controller options input enabling and disabling, I've tried forcing gamepad mode in the game, I've restarted many times, I've checked the files are valid. I've even tried to replace the SDL2 file that some people from 2021 claimed to fix the issue. Nothing works. It's like the controller doesn't exist. Even though the Stardew page specifically says it is 'Controller Supported'.

The other issue is that my Steam overlay won't work in Stardew, even though it will in other games. And yes, I have enabled it in Stardew preferences. I suspect that the two issues are related.

So, currently I just don't want to play the game unless I can get the controller working. I've played it on my PC before, I want this different vibe.
If anyone has any help PLEASE let me know. This is so frustrating and should just work without any wasted hours.
 

karelka

Newcomer
Hey, I'm in basically the same situation as you are, except I have an M1 air. I have halfway managed to fix it with being able to fix the controller problem.

To fix it, at least what I did was completely disable steam input in all ways, along with the big picture mode, basically making Steam be able to not modify it at all. I then also went into Bluetooth in system settings and disabled the launchpad thing in controller settings. I then also disabled steam input in the properties of Stardew Valley, and then it finally started working.

As for overlay, I have absolutely no idea; I'm in the same situation where it works in other games but refuses to work here. I'm guessing It's something to do with how Stardew Valley does resolution or overall render things or something to do with permissions from Apple, I'm not sure.

If anyone else finds more fixes, PLEASE REPLY. I'M GOING INSANE.
 

Teapot5000

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I have just registered to reply.

I feel your pain and wanted to express solidarity in it.

I cannot believe how long I’ve spent trying to do this!
As a Switch, player controlling the game with the keyboard makes me want to throw the whole thing out the window.

I wish I’d never learnt about version .6 or mods.

I will be sulking in the corner
 

Teapot5000

Newcomer
Pertinent info somehow disappeared.
Am also on a MacBook Pro. Am trying to attach switch joy con controllers.
Steam recognises them, but nothing in actual game.
 
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