The absolute easiest way to hook up your PS5 controller to your PC is with a simple cable. This method offers true plug-and-play convenience – just connect the two, and you're ready to rumble!

To connect the PS5 controller to your PC via USB, you're going to need a USB Type-C to USB-A cable for your PC (or a USB Type-C to Type-C cable if you happen to have a convenient port available).

You can play PC games with your PlayStation controller, but it only works with some games by default, while others will require workarounds.

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.

For example, you can take your controller which you use with your PS5, then seamlessly switch connection to a PC to play PC games, or connect it to a smartphone to enjoy Remote Play from your PS5.

You can use your PS5 controller with many different devices, but you have to manually pair it each time. With an upcoming update, you can stay paired to up to four devices at once, so you can ...

The PlayStation 5 comes with a redesigned DualSense controller that's much more comfortable than previous models. Here's how to use it with your PC.