I bought a PS5 a year ago and still can't get used to the controller - what to do?

[msc545]

I bought this PS5 a year ago and I still cannot get use due to the controller. I am used to using a mouse and speedpad for videogames, and the controller feels clumsy and awkward. I've not used the PS5 in 8 months as a result and find I have no desire to do so. Any ideas, or should I just trash it? Right now it is just gathering dust.

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Thanks to all who are answering this. I hate to waste $ 500+ on something I cannot use, but right now I see no alternative.

[WonderingManII]

I had to ask google.

"If you're finding the PS5 DualSense controller uncomfortable after a year, consider adjusting your grip, testing different controller settings, or exploring alternative controllers if you're not experiencing any technical issues. If you're experiencing technical problems like stick drift, you can try resetting the controller or seeking repair. "

[msc545]

My problem is mostly that the button assignments change from game to game, and are often poorly designated. I get tired of trying to guess and memorize what button does what in a specific game.

[WonderingManII]

I can see why the could be irritating. Can you reassign the buttons in the games?

[msc545]

I don't think you can reassign buttons...

[WonderingManII]

I asked google here is what it says:

Yes, PS5 games allow you to remap controller buttons. You can customize button assignments for the DualSense controller through the system's accessibility settings.
How to remap buttons:
Go to Settings: From the PS5 home screen, navigate to Settings.
Select Accessibility: Choose Accessibility from the Settings menu.
Choose Controllers: Find the Controllers option within Accessibility.
Select Custom Button Assignments: Choose "Custom Button Assignments for DualSense Wireless Controller".
Remap Buttons: Select the button you want to change and then choose the new function you want to assign to it.
Apply Changes: Select "Apply" to save your changes.
Limitations:
You can't remap the Create button, Options button, touchpad, or mute button.
You can't assign the same input to multiple buttons or disable any buttons.
You can't save multiple button layouts as custom presets.
Custom button layouts apply only to your profile.
Button changes are not reflected in on-screen button prompts.
You can watch this video to learn how to remap PS5 button assignments:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DhlBhF10sKk

[msc545]

Thanks - I will try this!

[ProbablyClueless]

I don’t love the trackpad thing on PlayStation controllers. I wonder if they make controllers without it?


If not, you could either resell the console or donate it to a local community center.

[msc545]

It has a trackpad? I have not even gotten that far with it to know that...

[ProbablyClueless]

It does! It's a very strange thing. That big, wide flat surface between the joysticks is a touchpad.

[msc545]

What is it for if you know?

[ProbablyClueless]

Some games use swipe features for pulling the map, or changing items. It's not a very commonly used feature though. I think you can also use it in the web browser, but I'm not sure who surfs the web with their PlayStation.

They had a trackpad on the PS4 controller too. Customers must be telling Sony that they like the feature... I'm not sure why else they would keep it in.

[msc545]

thanks - I am going to sell it.

[7Phoenix7]

I was using my gaming laptop for a long while before getting an Xbox series X.

It took a little getting used to, but at the same time, I had a controller that I connected to my laptop sometimes to play.

But if the game is worth the effort, then ill put in the effort to learn the buttons and all that lol.

[MisterWack]

Maybe there are alternate controllers you can buy?

[msc545]

There are, but they have the same configuration and buttons, so...

[MisterWack]

@msc545 Yeahhh…. Didn’t think that myself. Sorry for wasting your time.

[msc545]

not a waste at all - thanks for answering!

[Sevenpointfive]

i will take it off your hands if you pay me about $500

[Jeff51]

Can you buy a different controller?

[msc545]

Yes, I can, but it would have the same overall configuration and button layout and that is the problem...

[slatyb]

Sell it and get something else.

[msc545]

Yes. I am just going to keep my mouse and keyboard and large OLED graphics monitor...

[exitseven]

try electro shock therapy.

[msc545]

On the controller, or on myself?

[exitseven]

Wire up the controller tobadminister a non lethal dose of DC current every time you make a mistake

[msc545]

I think instead I will program it to dial your telephone number and make fart noises at you whenever I want it to.

[exitseven]

hahahaahhaaha.