Can you play games on your cellphone with a PS4 controller? Are there really mobile games that support PS4 controller on Android phones and iPhones? The answer to both questions is a Yes. As mobile games have evolved, new improvisations and advancements have followed. There was a time you could only play mobile games with buttons. Then touch screen technology came along, and it got a lot better. Now, we can use console controllers to play these same mobile games.
If you are like me, then you like to get ahead of the competition and increase your skill level, and range in whatever I’m doing. Using a PS4 controller for your mobile games does just that. It gives you an edge over your fellow competitors, in terms of movement, aim, etc. while playing the game. Oh, and it also gives you that cool console feeling.
If you are new to this, you are probably wondering how to link your iPhone or ANdroid smartphone to a controller. Our detailed guide on how to connect a game controller to your phone will be of help with that. The next question then is, how many games support PS4 controller?
There are lots of games, across the App store and Google Play store, that support the use of a PS4 controller now. Let’s take a look at them.
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Top Mobile games that support PS4 controller on the Apple App Store
Here are some of the games that you can download from the Apple App store, and that support the possible use of a PS4 controller:
- Apex Legends Mobile
- Brawlhalla
- Dadish 3
- What remains of Edith Finch
- DISMANTLE
- Streets of Rage 4
- Maximus 2
- ScourgeBringer
- Townscapes
- GRIS
- Sky: Children of the light
- Slender: The arrival
- Chefy-chat
- SpongeBob SquarePants
- Hunt down
- Where’s Samantha
Top Mobile Games that support PS4 controller on the Google Play Store
Here are some of the games that you can download from the Apple App store, and that support the possible use of a PS4 controller:
- Call of Duty
- PUBG
- Dead Cells
- Asphalt 8: Airborne
- Fortnite
- Gang star vegas: World of Crime
- Minecraft
- Assassin’s Creed Idol
- Grand Theft Auto
- Rocket League Sideswipe
- Doom
- Reckless Racing 3
- Brawlhalla
- Jetpack Joyride
- Dead Trigger 3
Note also that a big factor in compatibility is the kind of smartphone you are using. The more advanced or more capable your smartphone is, the higher the compatibility with console controllers. As such, premium flagship devices and gaming phones have the highest compatibility.
How to connect and play mobile games that support PS4 controller on your Android phone
Here’s a general guide on how to connect and use a PS4 controller with your Android phone:
- Enable Bluetooth on Your Phone:
- Go to your phone’s settings and turn on Bluetooth.
- Put the PS4 Controller in Pairing Mode:
- Press and hold the “Share” button and the “PS” button on the PS4 controller simultaneously until the light on the back starts flashing.
- Pair the Controller with Your Phone:
- On your phone, go to Bluetooth settings and look for available devices.
- Select the PS4 controller from the list to pair it with your phone.
- Use the Controller in Games:
- Once paired, you can use the PS4 controller to play games on your Android device. Most games with controller support will automatically recognize and configure the PS4 controller.
How to connect and play mobile games that support PS4 controller on your iPhone
Here’s a general guide on how to connect and use a PS4 controller with your iPhone:
- Update to the Latest iOS Version:
- Ensure your iOS device is running the latest iOS version.
- Enable Bluetooth on Your iPhone/iPad:
- Go to Settings, then Bluetooth, and turn it on.
- Put the PS4 Controller in Pairing Mode:
- Press and hold the “Share” button and the “PS” button on the PS4 controller simultaneously until the light on the back starts flashing.
- Pair the Controller with Your iPhone/iPad:
- On your iOS device, go to Settings, then Bluetooth, and look for available devices.
- Select the PS4 controller from the list to pair it with your iPhone or iPad.
- Use the Controller in Games:
- Once paired, you can use the PS4 controller to play games on your iOS device. Note that not all games on iOS support external controllers, so check the game’s compatibility.
Get a PS4 controller phone mount
One accessory that you will find helpful for playing mobile games with a PS4 controller is a phone mount, pictured below. Check your favourite gaming store or online stores like Amazon, GearBest, etc.
Most PS4 controller phone mounts enable you to clip your cell phone to a PS4 dualshock 4 controller for a better gaming experience.
Game on
As time goes on, more and more games will start to support the use of Console controllers to navigate their games. These are some of the very few games that allow access to these console controllers, for now. So, what are you waiting for? Get your controller, link it to your iPhone or Android smartphone, and join the fun.
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