While not as expensive as the PS5's DualSense controller, the DualShock 4 is still a pricey purchase for a last-gen console. This is where third-party controllers come in.

An extra PS4 controller lets you bring in more players ... You should have one from the box of the PS4 console you bought, but, if not, spares are cheap and widely available.

On your PS4 controller, press the up button ... In the lower-right portion of the screen, click DUALSHOCK 4. Click the dropdown box next to "What is your issue?" Select "It's a button problem ...

But for those with a PS5, some PS4 controllers are only compatible with ... so everything works out of the box, and you can use it with the PS5 when you upgrade your console.

The Keybox Arcade PS4 controller is honestly amazing. It's a reasonable price (~$143), is portable, and if you're looking to get into the Hit Box controller but are worried about the price ...

Plus, if you're playing PS4 games on PS5, you can save some cash by picking up extra PlayStation 4 controllers for multiplayer rather than shelling out for $70+ DualSense controllers. Additionally ...

including the PlayStation 4's signature DualShock 4 controller, can be paired to either a PS4 or PS5 with either the traditional plug format or through the convenience of a Bluetooth connection.

If your PS4 controller won't connect, try a different USB cable, in case the original one has failed. You can also reset the PS4 controller by pressing the button on the back of the controller.

As it turns out, a number of games are compatible with console controllers. First off, I chose PS4 controllers for this example because inexpensive PS4 controller clones are available on Amazon.