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Can you use DualShock 4 on 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.
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How do I use the DualShock 4 button on my PS3?

You can't. Sony's protocol when using the PS button on the PS4 controller is a different value than the one used on the PS3, making it impossible to press the button with the DUALSHOCK®4 Controller alone. You can use a media remote or a DS3 to press the PS button when you're using the PS3 with a DS4. So, no.
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Does DualShock 4 Work with all PS3 games?

If you get a "Magic-NS Wireless PS3/4, Xbox360/One Controller to Nin Switch Adapter" then you can use a DS4 with almost any PS3 game. No d-pad diagonal glitches, no disabled home button; the only thing missing is rumble, sixaxis, and the battery indicator.
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How do I Connect my ps4 controller to my PS3 without USB?

Yes, you can also use a DualShock 4 wirelessly with a PS3.

Go to Accessory Settings and Manage Bluetooth Devices. Scan for Bluetooth Device. Unplug the DualShock 4, press Share and PS Buttons. Once device is found, plug the DualShock 4 back in and select Wireless Controller.
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Does dualshock 4 work on PS3 reddit?

It'll work hook with cable/Bluetooth just keep in mind it won't work for some games: Connect the controller and console with the USB cable and power both on. Open the Settings menu, then go to "Accessory Settings."
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How to Use PS4 Controller on PS3! *EASY METHOD* (WIRED AND WIRELESS)

How do you Connect a wireless controller to a PS3?

Press the “Connect” button on the USB Controller Adaptor. The LED light will begin flash rapidly. Press the “Home” button on the Pro Elite Wireless Controller. When the controller is properly synced to the PS3™, the LED light on the USB Controller Adaptor and Controller channel indicator will stay illuminated.
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Can you use a PS4 controller on a PS2?

Thankfully, there's an extremely affordable dongle available now that makes pairing a PS3 controller with PS1 or PS3 a snap. The Brook USB Super USB Adapter lets you use PS3 and PS4 controllers on both the PS1 and PS2. You can buy it on Amazon or eBay, and it retails for $39.99 at the time of writing.
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What is DualShock 4 compatible with?

DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller compatible devices
  • Android™ 10.
  • iOS 13.
  • iPadOS 13.
  • macOS Catalina.
  • tvOS 13.
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Is the PS4 controller backwards compatible?

However, you can only use PS4 controllers to play PS4 games. You cannot play PS5 titles with a PS4 controller. The only exception is if you use Remote Play to control your PS5 from another supported device. If you didn't know, the PlayStation 5 is backward-compatible with nearly all PS4 titles.
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Is PS3 controller a Dualshock?

The Dualshock 3 wireless controller for the PlayStation 3 system provides the most intuitive game play experience with pressure sensors in each action button and the inclusion of the highly sensitive SIXAXIS™ motion sensing technology.
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Is the PS3 controller same as PS4?

Can You Use a PS3 Controller With a PS4 Console? The PS3 controller was not designed to work with PS4 games, so some game features might not function properly. For example, PS3 controllers lack the trackpad and share button found on the PS4's DualShock 4 controller.
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Will PS4 controller work on PS5?

A PlayStation 4 pad can be used on the PlayStation 5, but it can only be used in conjunction with PS4 games on the PS5. If you have a PS5 disc inserted, and you're trying to use a PS4 controller, then it simply won't work, you'll need the PS5 DualSense.
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What's the PS button on PS3?

Using a PSP™ system to operate the PS3™ system

If you are using a PSP™ system for remote play, when you press the PS button (HOME button), a menu for operating the PS3™ system appears.
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How do I get my PS4 controller to work on my PS3 wirelessly?

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!
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What controllers work with PS3?

The controllers that work for the PS3 are the DualShock 3, DualShock 4, and PS Move(if you count that as a controller) the only controller that works for the PS4 is the DualShock 4 and the PS VR(if you also count that as a controller).
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The DualShock 3 has:
  • Square.
  • Triangle.
  • Circle.
  • Cross.
  • Start.
  • Select.
  • Directionals.
  • L1.
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Can PS3 use Bluetooth controller?

You turn on the console and connect the controller using a USB cable and press the PS button, the pairing will be completed automatically. You can unplug USB cable from the PS3 console, you can enjoy the game with the controller through Bluetooth technology.
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What games does the PS4 controller work on PS3?

-Under "Accessory Settings" on your PS3, locate and select "Manage Bluetooth devices".
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DualShock 4 Compatible PlayStation 3 Games
  • 3D Dot Game Heroes.
  • Alice: Madness Returns.
  • Aliens: Colonial Marines.
  • Alpha Protocol.
  • Anomaly Warzone Earth.
  • Assassin's Creed II.
  • Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood.
  • Assassin's Creed: Revelations.
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Will any wired controller work on PS3?

PS3 uses a proprietary controller signal over bluetooth or USB. Only controllers designed for the PS3, or connected to adapters that make them PS3 compatible, would work.
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Do PS2 and PS3 discs work on PS5?

You cannot even purchase digital Playstation 3 games on PS5. You have to access everything from the PS3 library and stream games through PlayStation 5. You cannot even play games from PS3 game discs. PS5 supports only games discs of PS4 and PS5 games.
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Can all PS3 be hacked?

Models of PS3 which can be jailbroken include the following: Fat — All PS3 Fat models are supported. Slim — If the first two numbers after "CECH" are "20", "21", or "25", and if your PS3 Slim model is version 3.56 or lower, your console is supported. Super Slim — No PS3 Super Slim models are supported.
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Can PS3 be controlled with keyboard?

On the computer, a Connected to the PlayStation 3 system window is displayed. You now can use the keyboard and touchpad on the computer to control the PlayStation 3 system.
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Can I use my phone as a PlayStation controller?

Install [PS Remote Play] on your mobile device, such as an Android™ smartphone or tablet, iPhone digital mobile device, or iPad digital mobile device, and then connect to your PS4 console.
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