Are you looking for a new controller for the PS5 console, and also worried about which controllers are compatible with PS5? Relax. We have compiled a list of controllers which you can refer to before narrowing down your new controller.
The following controllers are compatible with PS5:
- Dualsense controller (official PS5 Controller).
- DualShock 4 controller (for PS4 games on PS5).
- PS Move Motion Controllers and the PS VR Aim Controller.
- Third-party controllers such as SCUF Controller.
- Officially licensed gaming peripherals.
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In this article, we will talk about each of the PS5 compatible controllers and mention their unique features. We will also tell you the workaround method by which you can DualShock 4 for PS5 games as well. So let’s jump right in and start with the first entry.
Dualsense controller (Official PS5 Controller).
DualSense is the official controller for PlayStation 5 console. It comes with various advanced features such as haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, a touchpad, a light bar to show various states of the controller, etc.
DualSense also comes packaged with the box of a new PlayStation 5 console. Sony has released an improved version of the DualSense controller also known as the Galaxy collection, which comes in various colors such as Starlight Blue, Galactic Purple, and Nova Pink.
Sony has also improved the analog sticks with the new DualSense Galaxy collection to address the drift issue plaguing the wireless controller.
You can easily sync your DualSense with PS5 and experience all the advanced features that it has to offer, such as the haptic feedback and adaptive triggers, which add an extra dimension to the gameplay altogether.
DualShock 4 controller (works with PS4 games on PS5).
DualShock 4 is the official controller that came alongside PS4. If you have DualShock 4, then you can hook it up with your PS5, but please note that you will only be able to play PS4 games with it on the PlayStation 5 console.
You might ask, will DualShock 4 ever work with PS5 games? In the official PlayStation blog, Sony has answered this question: “No, we believe that PS5 games should take advantage of the new capabilities and features we’re bringing to the platform, including the features of DualSense wireless controller.”
Therefore, you can use a DualShock 4 with a PS5 only for playing PS4 games. If you use a DualShock 4 directly on PS5, you’ll see an error message “Can’t use the DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller to play PS5 games.”
But is there a way for your PS4 controller to work with PS5 games?
Although PS5 games do not officially support the DualShock 4 controller, there’s a still workaround method and it is called PS Remote Play. With the help of PS Remote Play App, you can connect DualShock 4 to a device such as Smartphone, PC, or MAC and then stream PS5 games on that device. In this way, you will be able to play PS5 games using DualShock 4.
Pro Tip: You can also use an Xbox controller on PS5 with the help of PlayStation Remote Play.
PS Move Motion Controllers and the PlayStation VR Aim Controller
As mentioned on PlayStation’s official support page, “Both the PS Move Motion Controllers and the PlayStation VR Aim Controller will work with supported PS VR games on PS5 consoles.”
Please note that to play PS VR games on PS5, you will also need a PS VR headset and PlayStation Camera for PS4 (with a PlayStation camera adapter for PS5) as the PS5 camera is not compatible with the last-gen PS VR.
Therefore, if you like virtual reality games, then you can invest in the PS Move Motion and the PlayStation VR Aim controller and enjoy your favorite games in VR.
Third-party Controllers.
As per the PlayStation’s official support page, “PlayStation officially licensed third-party gamepad controllers will work on PS5 consoles“. SCUF has mentioned PlayStation as their official gaming partner on their official website.
There is a wide variety of third-party controllers also available for the PlayStation 5 which you can take the advantage of third-party controllers, such as SCUF Reflex FPS for PS5. The SCUF gaming controller offers various features, some of which are:
- Customizable Design: The design of the game controller is customizable, as per your choice. You can choose body color and design from a wide variety of choices. You can make your controller truly your own by matching it to your unique personal style.
- Re-mappable rear paddles: SCUF Reflex FPS comes equipped with four rear paddles that are re-mappable and removable. You can customize it according to the game you’re playing or your personal preferences with re-mappable paddles.
These are only some of the extra features that you will get with the SCUF gaming controller. You can look at their official site for more details regarding the SCUF Reflex PS5 controllers.
Officially licensed racing wheels, arcade sticks, and flight sticks.
The gaming peripherals such as a racing wheel can work wonders and provide a more immersive experience while playing car racing games. The same is true for flight sticks as well, imagine playing Ace combat 7 with a flight stick.
Similarly, with the help of arcade sticks, you can master action moves for a fighting game such as Street Fighter V with greater efficiency, if it suits your gaming style better.
Sony in their official blog has said that “Specialty peripherals, such as officially licensed racing wheels, arcade sticks, and flight sticks, will work with PS5 games and supported PS4 games.”
In the same post, Sony has further cautioned the users that “Please note, not all PlayStation officially licensed or third-party peripherals/accessories may work on PS5. We recommend checking with the manufacturer to confirm whether a product will work on PS5 and specific titles. “
The gaming peripherals mentioned above can add an extra dimension of realism to the entire game and can also provide a better gaming experience depending on the type of game you are playing. Just be sure to get a gaming peripheral that is officially licensed by Sony to work on PS5.
