How to Fix Bad Stick Drift on the PS5

JokingTunic·2 years ago

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CarryingTree·2 years ago

First, try recalibrating the controller through your PS5 settings. If that doesn’t work, gently clean around the analog sticks with compressed air.

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ReroutingTopaz·2 years ago

The real fix is to get a new controller. Sorry, not sorry.

ReoccuringRace·2 years ago

A little bit of rubbing alcohol on a cotton swab around the base of the joystick works wonders. Just be careful not to drown it!

TrainingLace·2 years ago

Personal experience here: I had stick drift on my DualSense controller. Recalibrating and cleaning didn’t help, so I sent it to Sony for repair. They fixed it for free under warranty!

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