The demo looks good but i was using a Xbox 360 controller and the lock on wasn't working (left trigger)
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This *should* be fixed in the latest build: https://8bitape.itch.io/swords...
Essentially it only listens to input from one connected device. Would massively appreciate it if you were able to give it a spin and let me know how you get on!