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Report: DualSense PC Owners Will Finally Be Able to Update Their Controllers Without a PS5

DualSense firmware updater for PC spotted, which means PC gamers who use the controller will be able to update it even without a PS5.

Obscure_Observer781d ago ShowReplies(3)
specialguest780d ago (Edited 780d ago )

How the hell was Obscure_Observer's comment "Sony doubling down on PC." marked as Inappropriate?? Fix your damn site N4G! I don't give a f**k if you ban me from this site for stating this

Terry_B780d ago

Okay..but..what are the benefits actually?

Nitrowolf2780d ago (Edited 780d ago )

I believe there are some games that require an update

I can’t remember which one it was but I had one recently that forced me to update my controller

I don’t know what benefits I brought with it but I’m going to assume it’s for more support for different types of settings that Devs use

ocelot07780d ago

My guess is some PC games might or might in future support duelsense features like the haptic feedback (it's all uptonthe Devs). So having the controller updated is required.

Terry_B780d ago

Well, that would be great. I have the dualsense and hope I'll get its features working properly in some PC games.

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Pedrof779d ago

They improved vibration behaviour in back compatible PS4 games. How does that benefit PC gaming ? I don't know.

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dumahim780d ago

There's been what, 2 or 3 controller updates since launch? Has anyone noticed any difference after the update?

Profchaos780d ago

Honestly can't say I've noticed a difference but then again it's not like there's much to change and they would be minor at best.
In saying that my Xbox one controller has had countless updates and it's no different to the day I got it.

MadLad780d ago

Good to see.
Kind of coincides with the Nvidia leak.

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Xbox Exclusives on PS5 - Has Xbox Studios Taken Advantage of the PS5 DualSense Features?

Here's an in-depth look at whether Microsoft took advantage of the PS5 DualSense controller's features with the Xbox games on PS5.

franwex5d ago

This guy wrote a whole dissertation.

VenomUK5d ago

I’m going bed now so have only previewed this article but credit to James Lara at MP1st.com for such a unique and in depth investigation! From comparing the audio captured from the controllers’ vibrations to determining the in-game source of vibration and its effect in Hi-Fi Rush, this seems like a scientific approach has been taken. Wow. Man must really cares about the topic, I gotta respect that passion. 🫡

anast5d ago

I thought you were joking, then I clicked to read it.

anast5d ago

Xbox on PSN took a minute to get used to.

Phoenix0294d ago

Sega on Nintendo was mind blowing

gold_drake5d ago

i love how this is so indepth only to say "well yes, but mostly no"

haha xD good article tho

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PS5 beta adds DualSense controller sound enhancements and Share Screen interactions

Beta starts today for invited participants in select countries.

As the new year kicks into high gear with an amazing slate of PS5 game releases like The Last of Us Part II Remastered, Tekken 8 and Helldivers 2, along with FINAL FANTASY VII Rebirth later this month,SIE are pleased to roll out another PS5 system software beta today with a number of quality-of-life enhancements and new features.

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Iceball2000116d ago

Those are some neat features.

CRASHBASHUK116d ago (Edited 116d ago )

there also a new turn off/ rest mode screen

jznrpg116d ago

Looking forward to these nice little upgrades

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This leaked DualSense V2 looks to solve PS5 players’ biggest pet peeve

Listing for the DualSense V2 spotted over on Best Buy. Featuring improved battery life over its predecessor, the DualSense V2 could become a must-have PS5 accessory for those looking to stay wireless while gaming.

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Einhander1972142d ago

I have the Cobalt Blue controller and it lasts twice as long as my launch white controller did out of the box already.

Profchaos141d ago

Yeah I got the black controller and it's been way better than my launch ones also. I had to return my launch one cause of stick drift and the replacement had the springs snap in the L2 trigger then that replacement got drift again then I finally tried the black controller it's been flawless so happy with it

dumahim140d ago (Edited 140d ago )

My original didn't last a year before stick drift took over. (edit: actually, don't think it made it 6 months since I first experienced the drift in AC which I started playing around January after the PS5 launch). I bought the black one as soon as it came out. Now it doesn't last a day's worth of gaming.

FPSRUSSIA142d ago

never had a problem with the battery life or stick drift good to know that they improved it.

isarai142d ago

This is the 1st controller I've had stick issues with unfortunately, took it apart and cleaned it even though it already looked clean, but the drift came back after couple days. Kinda bummed about it honestly cause I take good care of my stuff

EvertonFC141d ago (Edited 141d ago )

Same fella, never had a problem with previous gens but this one I'm on my 3rd already and I take very good care of my controllers and tech in general.
I've put it down to GT7 and rocket league 😂🤣

Profchaos141d ago (Edited 141d ago )

Same I'm on my 4th since launch 2 with drift and 1 with the springs snap off if the trigger all warranty replacements but it's still annoying.

This is the only generation I've had an issue since the duelshock on PlayStation 1,2,34 PSP vita in fact all of those are still going strong and I've not even had drift with the switch joycon which was apparently common.

I definitely feel the launch whit controller was a lesser build quality perhaps rushed to meet launch date while the coloured revisions are better quality they have thicker trigger springs at minimum.
When I called it out in here that I was a bit disappointed I had three break I was called a liar

CrimsonWing69140d ago

Same here, even my replacement controller for the one with stick drift got stick drift. Third times the charm though, haven’t had issues yet.

I’m also extremely OCD careful with my stuff. Making sure dust doesn’t get in the hardware, keeping things clean, not being rough on the controller. I’ve just never had the stick drift issue until these PS5 controllers.

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EvertonFC141d ago

After 6 hours of gaming I'm normally walking the dog, or making something to eat or take a break and listen to a podcast while battery charging.
Had a couple of drifts though

frostypants140d ago (Edited 140d ago )

The early gen controllers almost universally go wonky. all three of mine did (two white, one black). Every controller made since they released the galaxy series of colors has revised internals. The SKUs changed accordingly. The fact that they are actually calling this new one "V2" makes me think it's a pretty big overhaul because they've already quietly made changes to these.

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GoodGuy09142d ago

I was thinking all it really needs is a battery upgrade and there ya have it. Hall effect sensors would be great too but this is a good upgrade.

darthv72142d ago

i didn't think battery life was much of an issue. Stick drift though....

blackblades141d ago

Me either and I think it wont solve the issue cause some people will still B* about it or something

CobraKai141d ago

I got the drift on my launch controllers. I dont play games long enough in one session for the battery to be an issue. I usually charge my controllers once every 3 days.

Profchaos141d ago

Same it's not amazing but I've never one been stuck unable to play. Drift is a far bigger problem

Abnor_Mal141d ago

I have no problem with battery life, but what I would have liked on this new version would be back buttons/paddles.

BlackDoomAx140d ago

They have the Edge for that. Or you could go the cheap way and install an extremerate, it's easy and nice.

Abnor_Mal140d ago

The Edge is not worth the price if all I want is the back buttons, all the other bells and whistles the Edge can do I’m not interested in.

The PS4 back buttons were a very inexpensive solution that could have been added to the DS

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