Can You Use a Wired PS3 Controller on PS4?

avatarSnorkellingClock路7 months ago
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avatarDistributingJoke路7 months ago

Nope, you can't directly use a wired PS3 controller on a PS4. You'll need a special adapter to make it work.

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avatarImplementingPons路7 months ago

Officially, PS3 controllers aren't supported on the PS4. But some third-party adapters can bridge the gap if you really need to.

avatarAffordingAggie路7 months ago

Short answer: No. Long answer: You might get it to work with some hacks and adapters, but it's not worth the hassle. Just go for a PS4 controller.

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