The Extension port is also a new feature with the DualShock 4, allowing for connection with different headsets, chargers, and a miniature keyboard that attaches to the PS4 controller. The PlayStation controller was released alongside the original PlayStation in 1994 and was inspired by the controller of the Super Nintendo. It was configured as described in the section above, with a Sony PlayStation logo sat above the Start and Select buttons. It was released in Japan in April 1997, coincident with the Japanese releases of analog-capable titles Tobal 2 and Bushido Blade.

Hollister's article says one downside to the microtexture is "it picks up dirt extremely easily and doesn't want to let go". The Dual Analog controller features several aspects that remain exclusive to it, and were scrapped or redesigned for the release of the DualShock controller. Lastly, the Dual Analog controller had a "Flightstick Mode" that would work with such games as MechWarrior 2, Ace Combat 2, and Colony Wars and was an alternative to the FlightStick Analog Joystick. While compatible with the PS2, it did not work with some of the games (although it did work with backward-compatible PS1 games). Follow the onscreen instructions to configure your gamepad- if you run out of buttons just hold down a button to skip each unused button.At the same time as Sony created the first PlayStation console, the company also broke the mold with its control pad. At Gamescom 2022, Sony finally revealed an official competitor to the Xbox Elite Controller in the DualSense Edge. The Dual Analog controller has three modes of operation: Digital, which disables the Analog sticks, Analog (as also found on DualShock/DualShock 2 controllers) and an Analog Flightstick mode emulating the PlayStation Analog Joystick [8] that is not available on the DualShock or DualShock 2. This meant that you could control certain elements of a game (such as balancing on a log in Uncharted, for example) simply by tilting the pad. Some emulators will still require manual controller configuration which will be detailed on their respective system page here in the documentation.

The DualShock 4 was released alongside the PlayStation 4 in 2013 and featured not only a capacitive front touchpad and motion detection but also a light bar on the top of the controller that could illuminate in many different colors. Additionally, setting the resolution via Runcommand to a low 4:3 resolution is recommended for faster emulation and correct aspect ratio, though 480i (CEA-6) is the lowest recommended 4:3 CEA resolution due to CEA-2 causing visual issues and CEA-1 causing the system to lock up entirely.It also includes a mono speaker, like the Wii Remote, and is the second major controller in video game history to have such feature.