1. Connecting a PS5 Controller to a PC with a USB Cable The absolute easiest way to hook up your PS5 controller to your PC is with a simple cable.

To connect the PS5 controller to your PC via USB, you're going to need a USB Type-C to USB-A cable for your PC (or a USB Type-C to Type-C cable if you happen to have a convenient port available).

Learn whether you should connect your PS5 controller to your laptop using a wired or wireless connection, plus a few caveats to keep in mind with DualSense controllers on PC.

Turn the Adapter Triggers off on PC for your PlayStation 5 DualSense controller for Battlefield 6 and other games.

In an upcoming PS5 update, the DualSense controller will be able to pair to multiple devices and switch between them with a press of a button.

The PlayStation 5 comes with a redesigned DualSense controller that's much more comfortable than previous models. Here's how to use it with your PC.