Many PlayStation users have seen a PS5/PS4 controller not connecting. It’s a common problem with various common fixes.
Still, it’s an annoying issue. It doesn’t allow you to play your PlayStation games, and I may force you to spend your money on a new peripheral.
A PS4 DualShock or PS5 DualSense can function both wireless and wired. It can work with other devices aside from your PlayStation. If you find your DualShock or DualSense controller not connecting to any machine, you may fix it yourself. This is because the common causes are firmware issues, interferences, and bad batteries.
Why is PS5/PS4 Controller Not Connecting?
PlayStation wireless controllers can suffer from sync issues. It’s a common reason why the DualShock won’t connect.
In essence, the controller may desync on its own, or someone synced the peripheral on another console.
Another common cause is firmware issues. That means you need to update the PlayStation or update your computer’s drivers if you’re using it on a PC or laptop.
Additionally, you may be suffering from physical issues. These include broken USB cables and damaged batteries.
In particular, you need a USB cable that can both transfer data and power to sync the controller. Worn-out cables or USB ports can prevent your controller from connecting.
If your PlayStation controller uses BlueTooth, signal interference may be the problem.For example, if you’re too far from the device, or if there’re too many wireless devices nearby, it may cause issues.
How to Fix PS5/PS4 Controller Not Connecting?
Our troubleshooting guide will share a series of solutions. you may try each one by one until you find the one that works for you.
These fixes are for both wireless and wired controllers. Also, we’re covering certain fixes for PC and smartphone users.
Reset and Re-pair the Controller
The first thing you should try is resetting the connection:
