The PS5 controller doesn't just work with the PS4, so you must pick up a Bluetooth adapter. This will usually come in the form of a USB device which needs to be plugged into the PS4. The adapter then ...

Sony has revealed more details on how PlayStation 4 peripherals and accessories will work with PlayStation 5, including that the DualShock 4 will not work with PS5 games. Revealed on PlayStation.Blog, ...

For gamers, backwards compatibility is always a "green" flag since this will allow them to play games from older consoles. It has been a cornerstone of console gaming for many years, to say the least.

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Backwards compatibility is truly the backbone of console gaming. One of the few consoles that did this incredibly well was the PlayStation 2, letting gamers play most of their favorite PS1 titles on ...

It can be very frustrating when your PS4 controller won’t connect to the console. Fortunately, there are several troubleshooting steps you can try to get your controller working again. The first thing ...

The PS4 is technically outdated tech at this point, but most major game releases still find their way to the PlayStation 4 in addition to the PS5--at least for now. Plus, if you're playing PS4 games ...

What is a PS4 controller and how does it work? The PlayStation 4 (also known by its abbreviation, PS4) is one of the most prestigious consoles on the market. However, Sony’s consoleis generally only ...

Many PlayStation 4 controllers and accessories, including racing wheels, headsets, and the PlayStation Move motion controllers, will work on PlayStation 5 and the games designed for the ...

Technically you can use a PS4 controller on PS5, just not that well and not without a whole load of frustrating limitations. Realistically you'll really want a PS5 DualSense controller instead, as the ...