Backwards compatibility is truly the backbone of console gaming. One of the few consoles that did this incredibly well was the PlayStation 2, letting gamers play most of their favorite PS1 titles on ...

Michelle is Lifehacker's Associate Tech Editor, and has been reviewing games, laptops, phones, and more for over 10 years. She is based in New York City and holds a master's degree from NYU. Sony’s ...

For gamers, backwards compatibility is always a "green" flag since this will allow them to play games from older consoles. It has been a cornerstone of console gaming for many years, to say the least.

Sony’s DualSense controller still has the ability to surprise players with its technology, namely its adaptive triggers and haptic feedback. PlayStation 5 games like Housemarque's Returnal, ...

It's good practice to turn off your PS5 controller once you're done gaming. This not only prevents unnecessary battery drain but also reduces wear and tear on the device. You may also want to do this ...

To remap PS5 controller buttons, go to Settings > Accessibility > Controllers > Custom Button Assignment. Enable custom assignments, select “Customize,” and adjust buttons as desired. Save changes, ...

The PS5’s DualSense controller is arguably one of the best PlayStation controllers of all time. Even the best controllers have their faults, however, and improvements sometimes can be implemented in ...

The PS5 controller charger is an extremely convenient way to charge your PS5 controllers, but it is not perfect. Be it the official or a third-party device, it may not behave as intended for reasons ...