PS5 Update Adds Helpful Feature to DualSense Controllers

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Sony is introducing an update for the PlayStation 5, which enables DualSense controllers to store information for up to four paired devices. This convenient feature was hinted at earlier, and now, it seems that the PS5 is making good on its promise, albeit with a minor condition.

In June, Sony unveiled an upcoming update for their DualSense controllers, designed to streamline pairing with multiple devices. This enhancement aligns with Sony’s vision for the DualSense: offering gamers a smooth gaming experience across various platforms. The update aims to facilitate this multi-device compatibility.

Starting July 24, an update for DualSense controllers on PlayStation 5 will start getting released. This update allows users to assign up to four devices to each controller using its action buttons: Cross, Circle, Triangle, and Square. This means you won’t need to re-pair the controller when switching between platforms. Initially, this update will be in a preview phase, accessible only to a selected group of beta testers. If testing goes well and results are positive, the update will be rolled out globally like any other PS5 system update.

How DualSense’s New Multi-Pairing Feature Works

  • The user pairs the controller to each device using one of the four action buttons (Cross, Triangle, Circle, Square).
  • The DualSense and DualSense Edge remember the paired device.
  • The next time the user wants to switch platforms, they turn the controller on by holding the PS button and the assigned action button. For example, “the PS button + Circle” to connect to the PC and “the PS button + Triangle” to connect to the iPhone.

According to the provided details, it appears the innovative DualSense functionality is compatible with Windows PCs, Mac computers, mobile devices, and other supported platforms. An essential point to consider is that your main PlayStation console, either a PS5 or PS5 Pro, will occupy one of the four memory slots on the controller. Therefore, users can pair up to three additional devices alongside their primary platform.

Simplifying the process of linking and synchronizing DualSense controllers with various devices isn’t difficult per se, but it can turn into a tiresome and time-consuming chore, particularly for gamers who use multiple platforms. Sony’s decision to streamline this process appears to be a positive move forward. It is yet unknown how the gaming community will react to this change and when it will be implemented worldwide.

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2025-07-23 17:09