How to Sync PS5 Controller to Steam Deck

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Easy peasy! Turn on Bluetooth on your Steam Deck, then press the PlayStation and Create buttons on your PS5 controller until the light bar starts flashing. Find the controller in your Steam Deck's Bluetooth settings and pair them up. Done!

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ManningAndy·7 months ago

Just use a USB-C cable and plug it into the Steam Deck. No fuss, no muss!

SingingRidge·7 months ago

Firsthand experience here: Put your Steam Deck into Bluetooth pairing mode, then hold down the PS button and the Create button on the PS5 controller until the light bar flashes. When the controller shows up on the Steam Deck's Bluetooth list, select and pair it. Worked like a charm for me!

HatchellingCalm·7 months ago

Why even bother? Just use the Steam Deck's built-in controls.

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