DualShock 4 on Windows 10/11 PC: How it Works

Use your PS4 controller on your PC with ease

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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This might be the best-selling game controller of all time, but getting DualShock 4 to work onWindows 10PC hasn’t been a blissful job. Now we can look back with pride and share our solutions for troubleshooting.

Many users had some rough time with DS4Windows not working or just getting started with that. If you are having the same quest at the moment, jump to the article that guides you touse DS4Windows and easily connect your controller to the PC.

It’s been a while sincePlayStation DualShock 4 controllers can be used to play Steam games, and we hope you had a great time with that. In this detailed guide, we will show you how the DualShock 4 controller works.

How it all started – first impressions on DualShock 4

I absolutely love theDualShock 4on thePlayStation4 and am looking forward to spending a lot of time with it when I buySony’slatest edition of thePlayStation.

But, you know that games for thePlayStationconsoles sometimes aren’t exactly cheap, so for that, we try to play games on thePC, usually using thecontrollerfor that.

Using theDualShock 4onPCis especially awesome when it comes tosports games. For me, playing Pro Evolution Soccer or the never-endingFIFA serieswith keyboard buttons is a pain in the a$$, if you know what I’m saying.

That’s why I am interested to find out whether the newDualShock 4will work onPCor not. If you have the same curiosity, then read on to find out.

Will the DualShock 4 controller work on a PC?

Yes, the DualShock 4 controller will work on your Windows PC. You have the option of a wired or wireless connection.

However, your device needs to be compatible with the controller.

How does DualShock 4 work on a PC?

1. Mode of operation

TheUSB(Micro B) feature is what allows theDualShock 4controllerto be used onPCs. Also, you can connect a wireless DualShock 4 controller to your PC with the help of a DualShock 4 USB wireless adaptor.

However, your PC needs to be compatible with the controller to enjoy this.

2. Features

Here are the main features and specifications of theDualShock 4controller, just as a little reminder:

And some technical specifications:

We have reached the end of this guide discussing how the DualShock 4 controller works on Windows PC. You should now be able to take advantage of the controller and enjoy your gaming sessions.

However, if yourPS4 controller is not connecting to your PC, check our detailed guide to fix it.

Feel free to share your experience using the DualShock 4 controller with us in the comments below.

DualShock 4 on Windows 10/11 PC: How it Works#

How it all started – first impressions on DualShock 4#

Will the DualShock 4 controller work on a PC?#

How does DualShock 4 work on a PC?#

1. Mode of operation#

2. Features#