Only take the most recent axis input

moving.gd

var moving := Vector2()


func _physics_process(delta: float) -> void:
    # Input singleton should only be used from _physics_process
    update_moving()


func update_moving() -> void:
    # This makes moving a little more intuitive with the arrow keys
    # Shouldn't be needed for unmodified d-pads, but should be used just in case
    # Not needed for analog sticks; just get input strength
    
    var move_left = Input.is_action_pressed("move_left")
    var move_right = Input.is_action_pressed("move_right")
    var move_up = Input.is_action_pressed("move_up")
    var move_down = Input.is_action_pressed("move_down")
    
    if not (move_left or move_right):
        moving.x = 0
    elif move_left and Input.is_action_just_released("move_right"):
        moving.x = -1
    elif move_right and Input.is_action_just_released("move_left"):
        moving.x = 1
    elif Input.is_action_just_pressed("move_left"):
        moving.x = -1
    elif Input.is_action_just_pressed("move_right"):
        moving.x = 1
    
    if not (move_up or move_down):
        moving.y = 0
    elif move_down and Input.is_action_just_released("move_up"):
        moving.y = -1
    elif move_up and Input.is_action_just_released("move_down"):
        moving.y = 1
    elif Input.is_action_just_pressed("move_down"):
        moving.y = -1
    elif Input.is_action_just_pressed("move_up"):
        moving.y = 1