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DualSense

Sony · 2020 · PlayStation

USB, BluetoothHIDmodern✓ Input Supported✓ Rumble / Feedback

Overview

The DualSense is Sony's flagship controller for the PlayStation 5, featuring haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, a built-in microphone, and a touchpad. It represents a major leap in controller technology.

History

Revealed in April 2020 alongside the PS5, the DualSense broke from the DualShock naming convention. Its adaptive triggers and advanced haptics were immediately praised by developers and players. The controller uses USB-C for both charging and wired connectivity.

Technical Details

Connection

USB, Bluetooth

Protocol

HID

VID:PID

054C:0CE6

Era

Modern

Platform

PlayStation

Year

2020

Variants

DualSense White
DualSense Midnight Black
DualSense Cosmic Red
DualSense Starlight Blue
DualSense Galactic Purple
DualSense Nova Pink
DualSense Edge

Joypad Adapter Compatibility

This controller works with the following Joypad adapters powered by joypad-os:

USB-to-USB

Universal USB adapter

BT-to-USB

Bluetooth to USB adapter

USB-to-GameCube

GameCube / Wii adapter

USB-to-SNES

Super Nintendo adapter

USB-to-NES

Nintendo NES adapter

USB-to-Genesis

Sega Genesis / Mega Drive adapter

USB-to-PlayStation

PS1 / PS2 adapter

USB-to-N64

Nintendo 64 adapter

USB-to-PCEngine

PC Engine / TurboGrafx adapter

USB-to-Saturn

Sega Saturn adapter

USB-to-Wii

Wii / Wii U adapter

Support Status

✅Input (Controller → Console)

All buttons, analog sticks, and triggers are fully supported.

✅Output (Console → Controller)

Rumble/vibration feedback and LED indicators are supported.

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