How to connect PS5 controller to ASUS ROG Ally

How to connect PS5 controller to ASUS ROG Ally
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For those wondering how to connect PS5 controller to ASUS ROG Ally, we’ll guide you through the essential steps.

PlayStation fans are no doubt itching to get started with their Ally. Once you’ve figured out how to set up your ROG Ally, the next step is to connect all the necessary peripherals. Before we get started, feel free to take a scroll through the best accessories for ASUS ROG Ally – you may find a power bank or dock will come in handy. While setting up your Ally, you may also find our explanation of the best Ally settings for performance and battery life useful too.

How to connect PS5 controller to ASUS ROG Ally wirelessly

Whether you’ve got the best PlayStation Pro controller, or trying to connect your trusty PlayStation DualSense controller, take a look at the following instructions.

  1. Open the Windows 11 Desktop mode and head to the Start Menu.
  2. Type Bluetooth in the search bar, then go to ‘Bluetooth & devices’.
  3. Enable Bluetooth and tap on ‘Add device’.
  4. Tap on ‘Bluetooth’ from the ‘Add a device’ Window.
  5. Press the PlayStation button and the Share button on your DualSense controller. This puts it in pairing mode.
  6. Check the Add a device window on the Ally screen to see if it scans the controller.
  7. Tap on your controller from Add a Device list and your Ally should connect.

If you want to change the button configuration of your controller, then you’ll have to do it from the game’s settings and set it as the input device.

How to connect wired PS5 controller to ASUS ROG Ally

With a wired connection, you can connect your PS5 controller with a USB-C controller cable, then access Steam via Windows 11. Follow the steps below!

  1. Download Steam onto your Ally.
  2. Open the app and tap ‘Steam’ in the top bar.
  3. Go to Settings > Controller, then go to GENERAL CONTROLLER SETTINGS.
  4. Go to ‘Guide button Focus on Steam’ and ‘PlayStation Configuration Support’ to enable them.
  5. Under the Detected Controller section, you’ll see your controller’s name.
  6. Tap on it, then hit ‘Calibrate’.

From that point, follow the on-screen instructions and you’ll be able to play your favourite games via Steam with a PS5 controller.