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.

Check out this guide to find out how to connect your old PS4 controller to your new PS5 console with these easy-to-follow steps.

Contrary to popular belief, it is indeed possible to use a PS4 controller with a PS5 albeit with a few caveats.

Unfortunately, you cannot use a DualSense PS5 controller on PS4. Several people have tested this and found that, although a PS4 will charge a DualSense when plugged in, the controller won't be ...

Is the DualShock 4 controller compatible with the next-gen console? If you want to find out if you can connect a PS4 Controller to a PS5 and get some additional information, then read on.

How Do PS4 Controllers Work On PS5? The PlayStation 5's backwards compatibility supports most PlayStation 4 games, and it'll work with your old PS4 controller, too--but not in all cases.

Looking to connect a PS4 controller without a cable? Read our guide to get your PS4 DualShock 4 synced without a USB cable.

While you can connect your PS4 controller to the PS5, you’ll be heavily restricted in how you can use it. Unfortunately, the PS4 controller will only work on games for PS4 on your PS5.