How to Fix Stick Drift on PS5 Without Opening It

avatarBurstingHong7 months ago
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avatarComposingGuru7 months ago

Try cleaning around the analog stick. Use compressed air or a soft cloth to remove any dust or debris. Sometimes gunk buildup messes with the sensors.

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avatarRatingLink7 months ago

If all else fails, update the controller firmware. Connect to your PS5 via USB and check for updates. Sometimes software fixes these issues.


avatarSawingBully7 months ago

First, fully charge your controller and reset it. A simple reset can sometimes correct calibration issues causing drift. To reset, stick a paperclip into the small hole on the back of the controller and hold for 5 seconds.


avatarCoilingShip7 months ago

TBH, it's usually better to just replace the controller if none of these work. It's a pain, but it beats dealing with constant drift.

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