We will split this guide into two sub guides, one for cases where the DualSense Controller is connected to a Playstation and one for cases where the DualSense Controller is connected to a PC, Mac, or Mobile Device. 1. DualSense is Connected to a PS5 Always update your PS5 system software and the wireless controller device software to the latest version. Connecting your DualSense controller to a PS5 is how Sony really wants you to use this cutting-edge piece of hardware. However, using the DualSense outside of a Playstation 5 can be way more confusing for newcomers, since Sony didn’t really bother to create a seamless experience for people using their controller outside of their ecosystem. This is a behavior that you will only see if your DualSense controller is connected to a Playstation 5 system.

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Let’s say you own 4 different DualSense controllers and you’re trying to play a couch co-op game on your PS5. In this scenario, each player will be given a different color indicating the player number that they were assigned: Cable not included. To connect or charge the controller use the USB cable supplied with the PS5 console.

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Your Playstation 5 system is preparing to enter sleep mode –When this happens, you’ll notice that both the LED lights on your controller and on the actual PS5 system will start pulsating in the same way until the procedure is complete. When sleep mode is actually entered, the light will stop pulsating and remain orange. Integrated speaker: Select games take on an extra dimension with higher-fidelity sound effects bursting from the controller. The PS5 controller features a series of LEDs below the touch bar that indicates the player number that each controller is assigned. Since PS5 consoles are still super hard to find, it’s no wonder that this controller is used by PC and Mac users too. Even more, with the latest firmware updates, you can easily do it on iPhone, iPad, and Android devices.