Can PS5 controller be used on the PS4?

We all know that using a PS5 controller on a PS4 console might never be possible, at least not officially. While the DualShock 4 is capable of working with some PS3 games, the backward compatibility train might be coming to an end with this generation.

However, players can try out a method to set up their PS4 with a DualSense controller. It can be done by something called a Brook Converter. Using it, players can use several controllers on the PlayStation 4, including the PS5’s DualSense.

Brook Converters and other devices with similar functionality use a direct wired connection or a wireless connection. According to Brook, the PS5’s DualSense can easily work similarly to a PS4 controller.

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Will PS4 controller work on PS5?

A PS4 controller will properly on a PS5, while playing PlayStation 4 titles, but not on the current generation games. Some might call it a missed opportunity, but it could be due to the company wanting a clear transition from PS4 to PS5.

The DualSense uses Bluetooth 5.1 and is backward compatible with the PS4’s Bluetooth 4. The restriction isn’t on the hardware end, but for software. It’s likely that Sony could be avoiding letting PS5’s DualSense work with the PS4.

How to use a PS4 controller for PS5 titles

Players are required to download the PlayStation Remote Play PC app. After installing, they need to connect their PS4 controller to their PC. They can use Bluetooth as well as a mini-USB cable.

Sadly, the PlayStation remote app only supports DualShock 4 or DualSense. Connecting the PS4 controller via Bluetooth for the PS Remote Play PC/Mac will not support the following:

• Touchpad is not supported.
• No changes to the color of the light bar. 
• No support for Rumble, motion sensors, and the headphone jack’s audio connection. 

To connect the PS4 controller to their device, players need to press and hold the PS and Share button until it flashes. Now, they need to head to Bluetooth options to connect it.

It can be done by going to Settings > System > Remote Play > Enable Remote Play.

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