The Sony DualSense is widely considered the best PS5 controller, thanks to its innovative features, comfortable grip, and ergonomic design, maximizing your PlayStation 5 gaming experience. Connecting it to a gaming PC might seem daunting, especially considering the challenges with the DualShock 4. However, the DualSense offers significantly improved PC compatibility, easily placing it among the best PC controllers available. Let's explore the simple connection process.
Items Needed:
- Data-capable USB-C cable
- (If necessary) Bluetooth adapter for your PC
Connecting your DualSense to your PC requires either a data-transferring USB-C cable (some cheaper cables only provide power) or a Bluetooth connection. Note that the DualSense doesn't include a USB cable, and not all PCs have built-in Bluetooth. Use a USB-C to USB-C cable if your PC has a USB-C port, or a USB-C to USB-A cable for standard USB ports.
If your PC lacks Bluetooth, a readily available Bluetooth adapter is the solution. These adapters typically connect via a PCIe slot inside your computer or a USB port.
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Connecting via USB:
- Plug the USB cable into an available port on your PC.
- Connect the other end to the USB-C port on your DualSense controller.
- Wait for your Windows PC to recognize the DualSense as a gamepad.
Connecting via Bluetooth:
- Access your PC's Bluetooth settings (Press the Windows key, type "Bluetooth," and select "Bluetooth & other devices").
- Select "Add Bluetooth or other device."
- Choose "Bluetooth" from the pop-up window.
- With the DualSense controller powered off and disconnected, press and hold the PS button and the Create button (next to the D-pad) simultaneously until the light bar under the touchpad blinks.
- Select your DualSense controller from the list of available Bluetooth devices on your PC.
