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How do you get a DualShock 4 to work on PS3?

How do you get a DualShock 4 to work on PS3?

Here are the steps:

  1. Plug in DS4 controller via USB.
  2. Go to Accessory Settings and Manage Bluetooth Devices.
  3. Scan for Bluetooth Device.
  4. Unplug DS4, press Share and PS Buttons.
  5. Once device is found, plug DS4 back in and select Wireless Controller.
  6. Congratulations! You now have a rumble-free DS4 working with your PS3!

How do I fix an unresponsive DualShock 4?

Reset the DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller Locate the small reset button on the back of the controller near the L2 shoulder button. Use a small tool to push the button inside the tiny hole. Hold the button down for roughly 3-5 seconds. Connect the controller to the PS4 using a USB cable and press the PS button.

How do I fix an unresponsive PS3 controller?

Reset Your PS3 Controller Look for a small hole on the back on the controller near the L2 shoulder button. Use an unfolded paper clip to push down the tiny reset button inside the hole. Press the PS button on the controller to re-pair it with the PS3.

Do PS4 controllers work with a PS3?

PlayStation 4 controllers will work with a PlayStation 3 console, and when you use a wired connection, there is no setup involved. You can also pair a PS4 controller to a PS3 for a wireless connection, though the process of connecting the two devices is more involved.

Why is my PS3 controller blinking and not working?

Turn on the Sony PS3 by pressing the “Power” button on the right of the console. Pressing the “PS” button on the controller will not work as the controller is not synced properly. Pull the USB cable out of the PS3 controller and the lights will stop blinking. The PS3 controller is now re-synced to the PS3.

Can you play PS3 while controller charging?

You can continue to play games and use the PS3 controller while it charges, but you will need to keep the controller plugged into the console via the USB cable to maintain a charge until the controller is fully charged.

Why does my PS3 controller not work on my PS4?

I don’t know what the issue is, I’ve been exclusively using PS4 controllers for both my PS3 and PS4 ever since my last PS3 controller broke. I played Mass Effect 1, 2 and some of 3 with them and all of a sudden they won’t work.

Can a PS3 controller work with a DS4?

I played Mass Effect 1, 2 and some of 3 with them and all of a sudden they won’t work. I’ve tried both of my ds4 controllers, both methods of connecting them (bluetooth/wired) and I’ve tried 3 different ps3 games that I know were compatible with ds4 before.

Why do some games not work with DualShock 4?

There were certain games that simply didn’t work with dualshock 4s. But your saying games that did no longer do… Hmm When did it start? Maybe the previous firmware update broke it?

How do I Turn On my PS3 controller?

Turn on the Sony PS3 by pressing the “Power” button on the right of the console. Pressing the “PS” button on the controller will not work as the controller is not synced properly. Connect the mini USB cable end to the USB port on the Sony PS3 controller that is not syncing with the PS3.