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Sony clears major confusion with PS5 DualSense controller. This week, Sony.com revealed the an all-new 360-degree look at their upcoming DualSense controller for the PlayStation 5.
Prior to the unveil, there had been chatter that the new PS5 controller, would incorporate an expansion to the device. For those that remember, PS4 featured back buttons and figures on their DualShock 4 back button attachment.
Many were getting excited on a new add-on for the next-gen system, but the new 360-look shuts down all rumors. This week, Sony also detailed how PS4 peripheral and accessories will work on the PlayStation 5. Almost everything, except controllers, will work on the upcoming PS5 console.
Take a look at the breakdown below.
Which existing PS4 peripherals/accessories will work on PS5?
• Specialty peripherals, such as officially licensed racing wheels, arcade sticks, and flight sticks, will work with PS5 games and supported PS4 games.
• 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).
• The DualShock 4 wireless controller and PlayStation officially licensed third-party gamepad controllers will work with supported PS4 games.
• Both the PS Move Motion Controllers and the PlayStation VR Aim Controller will work with supported PS VR games on PS5.
• Please note, not all PlayStation officially licensed or third-party peripherals/accessories may work on PS5. We recommend checking with the manufacturer to confirm whether a product will work on PS5 and specific titles.
Will DualShock 4 work with PS5 games?
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 DualSense wireless controller.
Is the PlayStation Camera for PS4 compatible with PS5?
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.