The new PS5 controller has a bold and very different design Credit: Sony PlayStation. Gamers still don't know what the PS5 will look like, so the controller's unveiling is an early treat.

How to Connect a PS5 Controller to a PS4 Console. Once you've got an adapter, all you'll need is your PS4 and your DualSense controller. Getting your controller working will only take a few seconds.

To use your PS4 controller on a PS5, connect it to the PS5 with a USB cable. Once you connect the DualShock 4 to your PS5, you'll have to pick which profile you want to use it with.

In this article we will show you how to pair a PlayStation 4 controller, no matter your gaming platform of choice. We look at the PS4, PC, and more.

Will Your PS4 Controller Work on PS5? Here's Short Explainer About Its Compatibility Most PS4 games are compatible with the PlayStation 5. By Joseph Henry Published: Aug 27 2024, 10:45 AM EDT .