Before players can start enjoying games on aPlayStation 5, they will need to pair at least one DualSense controller with the console. While that is not a particularly difficult thing to do, fans may encounter some issues when attempting to pair a DualSense controller with aPS5. This guide is here to provide some possible solutions to those issues, while also offering a general overview of both wired and wireless pairing.
How to Pair a DualSense Controller with a PS5
The first thing that players should know about pairing a DualSense with a PS5 is that at leastone controller must be paired using a wired connection. To perform this type of pairing, players should turn on the PlayStation 5 console and connect their DualSense to it using aUSB-C cable. When that connection has been made, fans should simply press the PS button near the center of the controller and wait for a white light to appear just above the PS button. This light indicates that the pairing is complete, and the DualSense can then be used wirelessly.
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If aSony fanis unsuccessful in pairing a DualSense with a PS5 using this method, they should attempt to resolve the issue using these approaches:
Once a player has aDualSense controllerpaired with their PS5, they will be able topair additional controllers wirelessly. This is done by using the paired controller to navigate to the PS5’s home screen and then accessing Settings > Accessories > General > Bluetooth Accessories. Players should then hold down the unpaired controller’s PS button and Create button until it is listed onscreen under “Accessories found.” All that is left to do now is to use the paired controller to select that listing and complete the process.
To note, issues with wireless pairing can arise if the unpaired controller is powered on when aPS5 ownerstarts the process that has just been outlined. Fans will know that their DualSense is powered on if its light bar is illuminated, and it can be turned off simply by holding down the PS button.
