I’ll also cover some troubleshooting in case you run into any problems.

Download thePS5 Firmware Update appfrom the PlayStation site.

initiate the app and choose your language, before accepting the license agreement and installing it.

The PS5 Firmware Updater page with the Download dialog box highlighted.

Connect your controller to the PC with a USB-C cable and launch the app.

Once the app detects the controller, clickUpdate Now.

If the app says the controller is already updated, you dont need to do anything else.

PS5 Firmware Updater app with the language selection box highlighted.

Wait for thefirmwareto update.

This should only take a minute or so.

Do not quit the app or unplug the controller while it is updating.

A PS5 DualSense controller next to a laptop and USB-C cable.

ClickOKto finish the updating process.

The PlayStation Firmware Updater should now display a message that the controller is up to date.

If it doesnt, repeat the process until it does.

PS5 Firmware Updater app with controller connected and Update Now highlighted.

you could now safely end the app or unplug the controller.

The controller is now up to date and ready to use.

Heres a quick look at whats likely to fix the issue.

PS5 Firmware Updater app with ‘Updating the wireless controller firmware’ dialog displayed.

Why Do I Need to Update My PS5 Controller?

The PS5 controller doesnt need updating often, but its useful to keep up-to-date.

Doing so means your controller will continue to function correctly.

PS5 Firmware Updater app with the firmware update complete and ‘OK’ highlighted.