Did you know you can connect your PlayStation 5’s DualSense controller to your PC? It’s not too difficult to do, and our step-by-step guide will teach you how!

Even if you own a PS5, some games aren't available on Sony's console. You can still use the DualSense controller to play games on PC, though.

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.

If you want to connect your PS5 or PS4 controller to a PC, these steps make it easy.

If you prefer the familiar feeling of a Sony controller like PS4's DualShock 4 or PS5's DualSense, you can easily pair those with your PC to play games.

How to use the PS5 DualSense controller with Steam The easiest way to use a PS5 controller on a PC is through Steam because Steam has built-in native support for the DualSense.

Only some PC games are also available on a PS5. If there is a game you are dying to play, here is how you can trick your PC so you can use your PS5 controller.

If you're hoping to make use of features like the touchpad which are only available on the PS5 DualSense with your PC then here's how.

If you decide to use the PS5 DualSense controller on a PC, bear in mind that the adaptive triggers won't be utilized when playing most PC games.

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.