How To Reset PS5 Controller Without CONSOLE Or PC

Jon Suan
3 Min Read

Sometimes it’s annoying that to fix a device you need another device. The more digital the world goes by the more they rely on digital solutions, of course there’s still some analogue solutions out there for those who really like to cover their bases. Luckily for you the PS5 controller is one of those devices that still has an analogue way of resetting the device without the need of plugging it into a PC or a console. This saves you a headache so let’s get started on how to reset that PS5 controller!

Without CONSOLE Or PC – How To Reset PS5 Controller

So before we get started you need to know a couple of things, the images we’ll use here might not look exactly like your controller. There’s different kinds of controllers out there aesthetic-design wise but all of the official PS5 controllers have the same reset button. You’ll also need either a toothpick or a needle, or something that’s long and thin.

Source: YourSixStudios – YouTube

You don’t need to turn off your controller, all you need to do is look at the back of it and find the small circular hole where you’ll then need to insert a toothpick or needle to press a button inside. Keep it pressed for 10 seconds before releasing.

Source: YourSixStudios – YouTube

This should reset the device and if you’re having trouble connecting it back wirelessly, you can connect it via a USB cable to let your console know that there’s a controller.

Cogratulations you now know how to reset your controller without the use of a PC or console for the PS5. Now go out there and reset your controller! Many thanks to YourSixStudios for showing everyone how to do this, if you need more information on the subject then go check their video out here: How to RESET PS5 Controller without CONSOLE or PC (Fast Tutorial) – YouTube

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