How to Connect PS4 Controller to PC and Android Device in 2026

Mobile gaming has revolutionized the video game industry. With the PS4 controller, you can turn your Android device into a portable gaming console.

Bluetooth connection: the most straightforward method

Follow these simple steps to connect your PS4 controller to your Android device via Bluetooth.

On your PS4 controller

• Activate pairing mode by pressing the PS and Share buttons until the light bar flashes.
• The flashing light indicates the controller is ready to pair.

On your Android device

• Go to Settings > Bluetooth and turn Bluetooth on.
• From the list of available devices, select “Wireless Controller.”
• Once the connection is established, the light bar on the controller will become solid.

According to several users, this method is quick and effective. The absence of cables allows for greater freedom of movement and a more immersive gaming experience.

Wired connection: for more stability

If you prefer a wired connection or your Android device doesn’t support Bluetooth well, here’s how to do it.

Necessary material

• An OTG (USB On-The-Go) cable suitable for your device (USB-A to micro-USB or USB-C).
• The PS4 controller.

Steps to follow

• Connect the PS4 controller to the USB port of your Android device using the OTG cable.
• The controller should automatically connect and be recognized by your device.
• This method is beneficial for avoiding Bluetooth interference or when the controller’s battery is low.

Game Compatibility

1. PS Remote Play

You can play your PS4 games remotely with the PS Remote Play app. This app turns your Android device into a secondary display, providing a complete gaming experience without requiring a TV.

2. Native Android games

Many Android games natively support gamepads. Before installing a game, check its compatibility in the description on the Google Play Store. You will often find information about controller support there.

3. Problem resolution

The connection between your PS4 controller and your Android device may be affected. Here are some solutions to resolve them.

Restart your PS4 controller and Android device

• Make sure the controller battery is charged sufficiently.
• Forget the controller in your device’s Bluetooth settings and reconnect it.
• If you are using a wired connection, try a different OTG cable.
• Check the Sony or Nacon gaming support sites for additional guidance if these solutions do not work.

How to Connect PS4 Controller to PC

There are multiple ways to connect a PS4 controller to a PC. Here below, you can find it:

Method 1: Using USB Cable

• Plug the controller into your PC using a micro-USB cable
• Windows will automatically detect it
• You can start using it in most games.

Method 2: Using Bluetooth (Wireless)

Step-by-step:

• Turn on Bluetooth on your PC
• Hold PS button and Share button together
• Light bar starts blinking (pairing mode)
• Go to PC Bluetooth settings.
• Click Add Device → Bluetooth
• Select Wireless Controller

Does a PS4 controller work on a PS5?

A PS4 controller (DualShock 4) does work on a PlayStation 5, but with limitations. Play PS4 games on the PS5; they work in menus and basic navigation.

It does NOT work with PS5-only games. For PS5 games, you must use the DualSense Wireless Controller.

PS5 games are designed to use new features like the following:

1. Haptic feedback
2. Adaptive triggers

How to turn off a PS4 controller?

• Press and hold the PS button (center button)
• Go to Sound/Devices
• Select Turn Off Device
• Choose your controller; it’s done.

PS4 Originality and Repairing

PS4 controller original and the first copy always look the same. If you want to buy an original PS4, you can buy it from a Sony official store online or offline and from a verified seller. 

PS4 controller repair can be done at Sony’s official service store and some of the local gaming gadget stores that repair PS4s, but those don’t cover any warranty.