The PlayStation 5 DualSense controller is easily one of the best controllers available on the market. However, as the name suggests, it should be PlayStation exclusive, right? PC gamers will be delighted to learn that the controller is also supported on their platform of choice. The DualSense controller comes with some industry-leading features like adaptive triggers,
PlayStation controller support has been significantly improved since the last-gen Dual Shock 4, and most of the time getting connected involves just plugging a USB cable into the controller and PC. Let us look at how to get connected with a PS5 controller on a PC.
Items that you would need to Connect a PS5 Controller with a PC
You would need a few items to get started. They are listed below:
- The PS5 DualSense controller.
- A USB-C data-ready cable.
- A Bluetooth dongle/PCIe adapter for the PC.
Unlike the Xbox Series controller, which already comes with a USB-C cable in the box, the PS5 controller does not come with one. The controller, on the other hand, supports magnetic charging. Sony intends for users to buy their wireless charging dock. While that is still an option on PC, you can save a few bucks by opting for a USB-C data-ready cable. This cable will double up as a charging cord and you can connect the controller to the PC via it.
How to Connect the PS5 DualSense Controller Via a USB-C Cable?
Follow these steps to connect a DualSense controller via USB-C cable to a PC.
- Plus the Type-A end of the USB cable to a port on your PC.
- Plus the USB-C end of the USB cable to your DualSense controller
- Windows will now automatically recognize your gamepad and will install the necessary drivers required. Sit back until Windows is done. After you receive a notification that your gamepad is ready to go, you can launch any game and play using the controller.
How to Connect the PS5 DualSense Controller Via Bluetooth?
To connect your device wirelessly via Bluetooth, follow these steps.
- Open the Bluetooth & other devices settings on your Windows device from the Settings app.
- Now, go to Add Device and choose Bluetooth from the options available.
- Make sure that your DualSense controller is turned off. Now, press the PS button and the Create button (the one next to the Directional pad) simultaneously. This will put the controller in pairing mode and the light bar under the touchpad will start blinking.
- The DualSense controller should now pop up in the Bluetooth devices menu. Choose it to connect the controller to your PC.
That is how effortless connecting a DualSense controller to a PC is. If you have any doubts, do not forget to leave a comment and get the discussion started.