Strange D-pad issue on GameSir G8 Galileo – Down button only works with hard presses
I have a GameSir G8 Galileo, and for about a year I have had an issue with only the Down (↓) direction of the D-pad.
When I press Down normally, it sometimes doesn't register, while other times it works perfectly.
When the issue occurs, pressing Down firmly makes it register.
I have tried:
Cleaning the controller with an electronic contact cleaner.
Several firmware versions, including older versions.
Recalibrating the controller multiple times according to GameSir's instructions.
Unfortunately, the problem still remains.
The strange thing is that the issue sometimes improves after using the D-pad for a long period.
For example, I played Streets of Rage 4 for about an hour using the D-pad, and afterward the Down button worked normally for a while, but the problem eventually came back.
I've also noticed that repeatedly moving/pressing the D-pad can sometimes make the button work temporarily.
Has anyone experienced the same issue? Did you find a permanent fix? ❤️🔥