When you are deep in an epic boss battle, the last thing you want is for your controller to die and take your character with it. By default, the PS5 won't charge your DualSense controller while it’s in Rest Mode. But when your PS5 is working hard, so are you, and you’re going to need your controller to be on your side.
To minimize the chances of your controller going flat while you’re trying to use it, it’s a great idea to set up your PS5 so it charges your DualSense controller when it’s in Rest Mode.
Why Should I Charge My DualSense While My PS5 Is in Rest Mode?
If your PS5 isn’t charging your DualSense controller while it’s in Rest Mode, it has to do so when you’re trying to use it. This can be incredibly frustrating as the recommended charging cord that comes with the controller is extremely short and completely defeats the purpose of the DualSense being wireless.
However, if you charge your DualSense controller while your PS5 is in Rest Mode, then every time you're ready for your next gaming session, you'll not have to worry about your controller dying halfway through or sitting very close to the screen with little wiggle room.
How to Charge Your DualSense While Your PS5 Is in Rest Mode
Thankfully, it’s easy to set up your PS5 to charge your DualSense while it’s in Rest Mode, so your charger is always ready for you. Keep reading to find out how.
- Press the gear icon in the top right corner of the screen to open your settings.
- Head to System.
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Scroll down to Power Saving.
- Open Features Available in Rest Mode.
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Change the Supply Power to USB Ports setting. You can change it to supply power to the USB ports for three hours while the PS5 is in Rest Mode, or always.
You will know if your DualSense is charging while your PS5 is in Rest Mode if the light bar is glowing orange.
If this trick isn’t boosting the battery of your controller as much as you would like it to, check out our guide on how to save battery life on your DualSense controller for more battery-saving tips.
You Might Need to Update Your PS5
Upon the release of the PS5, there was a flaw in the system that prevented the PS5 from charging the DualSense controller while in Rest Mode — even if the setting was activated. This issue has since been patched. So if your PS5 is still running on old firmware and you have found the issue has persisted, updating your console may solve your issues.
You can update your PS5 by pressing the PS button on your controller. Scroll to Downloads/Updates. If an update is available, select it and follow the prompts to update your system.
Make Sure Your Controller Is Always There for You When You Need It
Changing this simple setting on your PS5 could be the difference between life and death - in the gaming sense anyway. If you are still having trouble keeping your DualSense charged, there are many more charging cords available on the market that could help you out if your controller does go flat while gaming.