1. Charge via the PS5 itself (Image credit: Future) First things first, if you're having trouble with PS5 controller charging, then opt instead to charge your pad straight from the PS5 itself.

To charge a PS5 controller, connect the DualSense to your console or another power source using a USB-C to USB-A cable. Once connected, the light bar will pulse orange to indicate charging is ...

The PS5 controller (DualSense) needs charging a lot if you’re going to be using it for hours at a time, and is something you probably do without even thinking about it. Let’s face it, how many ...

To fix a PS5 controller that isn’t charging, users should: Make sure the PS5 is on or Rest Mode charging is enabled. The PS5 controller can’t charge when the PS5 is fully off.

Also, when trying to charge a controller using your PS5’s USB ports, make sure that the console is either fully on or in rest mode. If the system is completely powered down, it won’t send ...

Charge PS5 controller using a PC. If you have a controller not charging issue on your console, the other way to see if whether you have a bad console or controller is to find an alternative way to ...

Your PS5 will come with one anyway and the recommended way to charge it is by connecting it to the console. From time to time, you will get updates that the controller will need and the only way ...

If your PS5 controller still won't charge via the front USB port in rest mode, try using one of the console's rear USB ports, located on the back of the unit next to the other sockets.

The PS5 DualSense Edge launched last month and if you've got your hands on one, you should want to pick up the official PS5 controller charging station while it's enjoying a price cut. You can ...

We've rounded up the best DualSense charging stations. All of these PS5 controller chargers are reasonably priced--some are even available for under $10.