In a recent blog post, Sony answered some of the most asked PlayStation 4 peripherals & accessories related questions. One of the most highlighted topic in the blog post was, “Can players use their PS4 controllers to play PlayStation 5 games?”. The answer is Yes and No at the same time. According to Sony, players can use the DualShock 4 controller to play “Supported PS4 games”. Meanwhile, they can use the DualSense controller i.e the original PS5 controller to play any game on PS5.
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To put in simpler words-
- DualShock 4 Controller: Can be used to play only supported PS4 games. (The official list of supported games is not out. However, you can expect all games which were released recently.)
- DualSense Controller: Can be used to play both PS4 supported and PS5 games.
Why PlayStation 5 Games Will Not Support PS4 Controller
The new PS5 DualSense Controller comes packed with many features such as Haptic Feedback, Addaptic Triggers, Create Button, Built-in microphone, More Battery Life, 3.5mm headphone jack, and USB Type-C. Now the adaptive trigger and improved haptic feedback is something completely new to the PlayStation 5. The Dualshock 4 controllers don’t offer adaptive trigger and some other functionalities.
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Furthermore, Sony has clarified many times that their main focus is the PlayStation 5. Their approach to next-gen is quite different from their peers. They want PlayStation users not to be held back due to previous generation technology. The PS5 games will use the new features offered by the DualSense controller in fullest. Since DualShock 4 controller lacks those features, it is the reason why the PlayStation 5 games will not support the PS4 controller.
Frequently Asked Questions on DualShock 4, PS VR, Officially Licensed Peripherals, and More Answered by Sony
[sc_fs_faq html=”true” headline=”h2″ img=”” question=”Will DualShock 4 work with PS5 games?” img_alt=”” css_class=””] No, we believe that PS5 games should take advantage of the new capabilities and features we’re bringing to the platform, including the features of the DualSense wireless controller. [/sc_fs_faq]
[sc_fs_faq html=”true” headline=”h2″ img=”” question=”Is the PlayStation Camera for PS4 compatible with PS5?” img_alt=”” css_class=””] Yes, PlayStation Camera will work with PS5 for playing supported PS VR games. It will require a PlayStation Camera adaptor that will be provided at no additional cost to PS VR users. More details on how to get the adaptor will be announced at a later date. [/sc_fs_faq]
[sc_fs_faq html=”true” headline=”h2″ img=”” question=”Which existing PS4 peripherals/accessories will work on PS5?” img_alt=”” css_class=””] 1. Specialty peripherals, such as officially licensed racing wheels, arcade sticks, and flight sticks, will work with PS5 games and supported PS4 games. 2. The Platinum and Gold Wireless Headsets, as well as third-party headsets that connect via USB port or audio jack, will work on PS5 (the headset companion app is not compatible with PS5). 3. The DualShock 4 wireless controller and PlayStation officially licensed third-party gamepad controllers will work with supported PS4 games. 4. Both the PS Move Motion Controllers and the PlayStation VR Aim Controller will work with supported PS VR games on PS5. [/sc_fs_faq]
