Sony has announced how both PS5 and PS4 accessories will work together with its next video game console. To begin with, let’s get old DualShock 4 out of the way, it will function with PS4 games that are backward compatible on the PS5, but it can’t e used for next-generation video games.
The reason, Sony explained in a blog post, is that many PS5 games will be using the new features and technologies presented by the DualSense controller, such as adaptive triggers and haptic feedback rumble. If you really want to see how it works, watch Geoff Keighley’s hands-on video with the PS5 exclusive Astro’s Playroom.
Official third-party PS4 controllers, such as Razer’s Raiju and Nacon’s Revolution Pro, should work exactly like DualShock 4. Sony also said that licensed “special peripherals,” such as steering wheels, fighting sticks, and aviation-focused joysticks, can be used with PS5 and backward compatible PS4 software. The company added – “We do not guarantee the operation of all officially licensed products or peripheral devices of other companies. Please check the manufacturer for the compatibility status of PS5 and each game title.”
The message, in summary, is ‘they should work’ but don’t blame us if they don’t ‘ the company noted. Sony also used today’s blog to post to repeat that the PSVR headset and it’s various accessories which include – camera, Move wands and gun-shaped Aim controller will work with the PS5. The camera will require a special adapter, though, which Sony has promised will be available “free of charge” to PS5 owners.
Details will be released later, the company teased in a blog post. Headsets that make use of USB port or audio terminal on the PS4 should also work just fine, but Sony has stressed that it’s Playstation 4-branded headset companion app won’t work with the PS5. None of these clarifications should be too surprising.
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