PS5 Controller Drift Repair Strategies
Here are all of the best ways to fix PS5 controller drift.
Clean your PS5 controller.
Check for a PS5 controller firmware update.
Plug your controller into your PlayStation 5 and then turn the console on.
Your PS5 controller will automatically be scanned to see if it requires afirmwareupdate.
An install prompt should appear on your TV screen if an installation is needed.
refresh your PS5 console.
OpenSettingsand selectSystem>SystemSoftware Update and parameters>Update System Softwareand chooseUpdate Using Internet.
Reset your PS5 controller.
Turn your PS5 consoles Bluetooth off and on again.
Sometimes, Bluetooth conflicts can cause controller stick drift and other gameplay and connectivity issues.
To turn off Bluetooth, openSettingson your PS5 and selectAccessories>Controllers>Communication Method.
On this next screen, chooseTurn Off Bluetooth, wait a minute, and then selectTurn On Bluetooth.
Set up your DualSense Edge Deadzones.
To do this, openSettingsand selectAccessories>DualSense Edge Wireless Controller>Custom Profiles>Create Custom ProfileandOK.
DualSense Edge Wireless Controller Deadzone controls apply system-wide.
Support for regular non-Edge DualSense Wireless Controller Deadzone controls varies from game to game.
Replace the DualSense Edge Wireless Controllers sticks.
The DualSense Edge controllers are designed so that the consumer can replace the sticks at any time.
Only replace the sticks yourself at this stage if your PlayStation 5 controller is a DualSense Edge.
Get a replacement from the store you bought it from.
Check the PlayStation Hardware & Repairs webpage.
Open up your DualSense controller and replace the sticks.
Most DualSense controllers are not designed to be opened up except for the Edge controller.
Doing so will void its warranty and make it unable to be replaced or refunded.
Trying to repair the inside of a PS5 controller by yourself should be a last resort.
