Sony’s latest PS5 system software beta update is making waves among PlayStation 5 owners, thanks to a long-requested feature that could change how gamers use the DualSense controller across devices. The new PS5 beta update introduces the ability to pair a DualSense wireless controller (including the premium DualSense Edge) with multiple devices simultaneously. In other words, you no longer have to re-sync your PS5 controller every time you switch from your console to a PC or mobile device – a huge quality-of-life improvement for multi-platform gamers. Beta participants in select regions get first access to this feature, with Sony planning a global rollout in the coming months.

DualSense Multi-Device Pairing: How It Works and Why It’s a Game-Changer

Until now, using a DualSense on different devices was a bit of a hassle – you could connect the controller to a PC, Mac, or phone via Bluetooth, but had to manually re-pair it when returning to the PS5. The new multi-device pairing feature eliminates this inconvenience by letting you register the DualSense with up to four devices at once and switch between them on the fly.

For example, you can connect your controller to your PS5, then seamlessly hop over to a gaming PC, or pair it with a smartphone for Remote Play – all without repeating the pairing process each time. This enhanced flexibility means a more seamless gaming experience across platforms.

How does it work?

Sony’s implementation is clever and user-friendly. The DualSense has four face buttons (Triangle, Circle, Cross, Square), and each of these can serve as a shortcut for a paired device slot:

• Assigning a Device to a Slot: With the controller off, press and hold the PS button + one of the face buttons (Triangle, Circle, Cross, or Square) for about 5 seconds. The controller enters pairing mode for that slot.

• On the device (PC, phone, tablet, etc.), enable Bluetooth and connect to the controller.

• Once connected, the controller will blink in a light pattern corresponding to the slot number.

Each face button allows up to four paired devices, and switching between them is just as simple:

• Switch Devices: Hold the PS button + the assigned face button for a few seconds. The controller will instantly connect to that device (assuming its Bluetooth is active).

The DualSense can now be used with a PS5, gaming PC, tablet, or mobile device – all without repeated pairing. This also applies to the DualSense Edge, Sony’s premium controller.

New Power Saver Mode and Other PS5 System Software Improvements

Alongside the controller update, Sony is previewing a new Power Saver for Games mode to improve energy efficiency. While not active yet, this setting will allow supported PS5 games to run in a lower-power state when manually enabled. This might involve reduced resolution or frame rates, and is part of Sony’s broader sustainability goals.

Key points:

• Optional setting – won’t activate unless you enable it.

• May not be supported by all games initially.

• VR mode and some high-performance features may be disabled while active.

For eco-conscious gamers or those playing less graphically demanding titles, this could help reduce energy usage and system noise during long sessions.

Conclusion

The PS5 beta update introduces powerful enhancements that make the console more versatile and user-friendly. The ability to use a single DualSense controller across multiple devices without re-pairing is a huge step forward, especially for players using PS5 alongside PC or mobile platforms. Combined with the upcoming Power Saver mode, Sony is clearly committed to evolving the PlayStation 5 for flexibility, sustainability, and a better user experience.

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