You can play your PlayStation games elsewhere, not on your console. It’s not a widespread function. Therefore, we’re showing you how to use PS5 and PS5 without a controller.

The solution is the “Remote Play” app, alongside the “Remote Play” feature. It’s beneficial if you don’t have or like the controller. Also, it’s the answer if you don’t have a monitor, display, or TV available for the console.

In any case, “Remote Play” is free-to-use, but you must first enable some options on PS5 or the PS4. I know; it’s like needing a scissor to get a new scissor out of its plastic bag.

On this particular matter, there’s nothing we can do. However, there’s a chance your console already has these options working, so you can skip that part of the tutorial.

There’re other solutions we’re exploring as well. These are, specifically, using a keyboard and mouse on your PlayStation; or a TV media remote.

As you see, there’re three general ways to use a PlayStation console without the controller:

We’re not counting the PlayStation Now app as part of the options. This program allows you to play PS4 and PS5 games on PC, but it only works with a DualShock or a DualSense. 

There’re limits to the three options, but we’re checking each one patiently. However, let’s start by…

The options we’re showcasing only work if your console is up to date. Updates happen automatically, but we advise you to check manually before going forward.

Remote Play is a PlayStation app for iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows. It streams the game installed on your PS4 or PS5 into these other devices.

On PCs, you can play with either a DualSense or a DualShock 4 controller. In this case, both controllers will play any game generation, but neither supports advanced features like Haptic Feedback.

You’ll see the gamepad on the screen on smartphones and tablets like on any other mobile game. Additionally, you can plug the PlayStation peripheral via Bluetooth. 

To use the app, here’s what you need:

I’m going to explain it further. 

First, let’s set up Remote Play and network features on your console, then put it on Rest Mode to leave it ready to go.

As I said, there’s a chance the features are already ON on your console. So, if you can’t use it currently, skip to the next step. Alternatively, you can try to use a keyboard & mouse to browse through your menu, which I’ll explain later.

Afterward, you’re ready to download and install Remote Play on another screen.

Despite the initial steps, using Remote Play is intuitive. Here’s how it works:

As I said, you’d be able to play games on your smart devices without controllers. Alternatively, you can connect your controller via Bluetooth.

Connecting a keyboard & mouse setup to PS4 or PS5 is quite easy. Either Bluetooth or wired peripherals work, but we recommend the wired options.

If this is the case, simply plugging the mouse and keyboard into the console’s USB ports is enough. You can go to Settings > Devices to check further.

Bluetooth devices vary per model, as they may have different ways to pair. Sometimes, the Bluetooth is always on, and it pairs automatically. 

Other times, it has a USB adapter you have to plug into the USB. You can go to Settings > Devices (and Bluetooth devices on the PS4) to check further. 

A keyboard & mouse setup allows you to move through the dashboard and app. Not every game works with a keyboard and mouse, but here’s the specific list of the games you could play like this: 

PlayStation sells a media remote that controls the console’s dashboard and apps. It’s like turning your console into a Roku or an AppleTV.

PlayStation sells a media remote that controls the console’s dashboard and apps. It’s like turning your console into a Roku or an AppleTV.

Like so, many “PDP” universal media or gaming remotes are compatible with the PS4 and the PS5. They won’t play games, but they will use your apps and turn your console into an entertainment center.

The installation varies per controller, but it’s enough with searching PS4 and PS5 compatible universal controllers. Generally, they connect to the gaming device automatically via Bluetooth. Altern

Lastly, there’re apps, free and otherwise, offering similar functionality for iOS and Android devices. These connect wirelessly by using the same wired network your console is using.

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