PS5 Update Adds Multi-Device Wireless Controller Pairing
▼ Summary
– Sony is launching a PlayStation 5 beta update allowing simultaneous DualSense controller pairing across multiple devices, improving flexibility.
– The update addresses the current limitation of having to re-pair controllers when switching between devices like PC, Mac, mobile, and PS5.
– Users can register up to four devices and switch between them by pressing the PS button and an assigned action button (triangle, circle, cross, or square).
– The controller’s light bar indicates the active slot (1-4 lights) corresponding to the connected device, simplifying the switching process.
– The beta feature is currently limited to invited participants but will roll out globally in the coming months.
Sony’s upcoming PS5 system update introduces a game-changing feature for DualSense controller users: the ability to pair one controller with multiple devices simultaneously. This long-awaited functionality eliminates the hassle of repeatedly reconnecting controllers when switching between gaming platforms.
The DualSense and DualSense Edge wireless controllers already work across various devices including PCs, Macs, mobile phones, and of course the PS5 console. While this cross-platform compatibility offers flexibility, the current pairing process requires users to reconnect the controller each time they switch devices – a minor but noticeable inconvenience that interrupts the gaming flow.
The new beta update solves this problem by allowing a single controller to remember up to four different devices. Gamers can effortlessly toggle between their PS5, computer, smartphone, or other supported platforms without going through the pairing process repeatedly. According to Sony, this enhancement creates a truly seamless multi-device gaming experience where players can jump from console gaming to PC titles or mobile Remote Play sessions with minimal friction.
Setting up multiple device connections involves a simple button combination. By holding the PS button along with one of the face buttons (triangle, circle, cross, or square), users can assign each device to a specific slot. The controller’s light bar provides visual confirmation, flashing a number of lights corresponding to the selected slot. Switching between paired devices becomes equally straightforward – just press the PS button and the assigned face button for the desired platform.
Here’s how the slot assignments work: Slot 1: PS + Triangle (1 light) – Example: PS5
Currently available only to select beta testers, this feature is expected to reach all PS5 users worldwide in the next few months. Alongside this multi-device pairing capability, the update also introduces a Power Saver mode designed to optimize energy consumption during gameplay. More details about these enhancements can be found on PlayStation’s official channels.
(Source: EUROGAMER)
