You can play PC games with your PlayStation controller, but it only works with some games by default, while others will require workarounds.

There are a few different ways you can connect your PS4 controller to your PC. We cover each way and the advantages of each. Here's how to do it.

Knowing how to connect a PS4 controller to PC lets you play PC games using your DualShock controller. There are a few options including Bluetooth, Steam, and a program called DS4Windows.

If you prefer the familiar feeling of a Sony controller like PS4's DualShock 4 or PS5's DualSense, you can easily pair those with your PC to play games.

This step-by-step guide will show you the quickest and easiest way to play your favorite PC games with a PS4 DualShock 4 controller.

How to connect a PS4 controller to PC to play Steam games? If you want to play a Steam game using your DualShock 4 controller, all you have to do is to configure your Steam client so it detects it.