Can You Use a PS4 Controller on a PS5 for Gaming?

Learn how to connect a PS4 controller to your PS5 and play PS4 games easily.

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Yes, you can use a PS4 controller on a PS5, but only for playing PS4 games. To connect, navigate to 'Settings' > 'Accessories' > 'Bluetooth Accessories' on your PS5. Hold the PS and Share buttons on your PS4 controller until the light bar starts flashing. Select the controller from the list to pair it.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Does the PS4 controller work with all PS5 games? No, the PS4 controller only works with PS4 games on the PS5, not PS5 games.
  2. How do you connect a PS4 controller to a PS5? Navigate to 'Settings' > 'Accessories' > 'Bluetooth Accessories' and follow the pairing instructions.
  3. Can you use other controllers with the PS5? Yes, but only DualSense controllers are fully compatible with PS5 games, while PS4 controllers are limited to PS4 games.
  4. What is the process to disconnect a PS4 controller from PS5? Go to 'Settings' > 'Accessories' > 'Bluetooth Accessories', select the controller, and choose 'Forget Device' to disconnect.

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