PlayStation® 5
Cronus Zen supports all versions of the PlayStation 5 console, and both DualSense and DualSense Edge controllers (Requires Cronus ZenLINK Adapter - sold separately).
Cronus Zen Link Expansion Adapter
The new Cronus Zen Link™ Adapter is required when using Cronus Zen on a PS5.
Zen Link™ is the first Wi-Fi expansion module for Cronus Zen™ (purchase separately). It empowers our team to unlock new and exciting features, ensuring the Cronus Zen™ evolves without breaking your wallet.
Console Version | Supported |
|---|---|
PlayStation 5 | YES |
PlayStation 5 Digital | YES |
This page has everything you need to setup your Cronus Zen to a PS5 & DualSense controller. You must use Zen Studio , and Zen's firmware must be upgraded to .
🚫 Important
Every setting on this page for the PS5 must be applied before using a GamePack. If you fail to match ANY of these settings, the GamePack WILL NOT WORK!
Also make sure the DualSense controller is fully charged when using with Cronus Zen as there's not enough power to charge (this can be resolved by using the powered Cronus MK USB Switch).
Zen Link™ is the first Wi-Fi expansion module for Cronus Zen™ (purchase separately). It empowers our team to unlock new and exciting features, ensuring the Cronus Zen™ evolves without breaking your wallet.
The first major feature of Zen Link™ is Full PS5® Support!, and for the first time without the need for Cronus Zen™ to be tethered to a PC, made possible by utilizing the PlayStation® Remote Play system.
After a simple, one-time PC setup, Zen Link™ enables your Cronus Zen™ to work seamlessly with a PS5®, including all DualSense and DualSense Edge features functioning right out of the box. 😊
It's important to note that while other devices may use the Remote Play system to offer PS5® support, they do not provide full functionality, while introducing unwanted lag. This lag makes it impossible to use the famous Cronus BEAM2.0 GamePacks.
Here's a chart highlighting the difference between Zen Link™ and a competitor. 👇
Feature | Zen Link™ | P5 Mate |
|---|---|---|
BEAM2.0 GamePacks | YES | NO |
Zero Lag Wi-Fi | YES | NO |
Adaptive Triggers | YES | NO |
Haptic Feedback | YES | NO |
Two Finger/Swipe Touchpad | YES | NO |
Gyroscope | YES | NO |
Controller Mic | YES (USB) | NO |
Audio Headset | YES | YES |
Retail Price | $29.99 🙂 | $59.99 😮 |
The first thing you must do is apply the following settings on your PS5® console. 👇
To access the PS5 settings menu, click the ⚙️ icon (top right of screen), then...
Enable Remote Play
System > Remote Play > Enable Remote Play
Console Sharing
Users and Accounts > Other > Console Sharing and Offline Play > Enable
USB Cable
Accessories > Controllers > Communication > Use USB Cable
Vibration Intensity Settings
Accessories > Controllers > Vibration Intensity > Strong (Standard)
Accessories > Controllers > Trigger Effect Intensity > Strong (Standard)
DualSense Edge: These settings can be found in the default Profile 1
Power Saving
System > Power Saving > Set Time Until Controllers Turn Off > Don't Turn Off
System > Power Saving > Features Available in Rest Mode > Supply Power to USB ports > Always
System > Power Saving > Features Available in Rest Mode > Enable Turning on PS5 from Network
Disable Auto Updates
System > System Software > System Software Update and Settings > Disable both Download Update Files Automatically and Install Update Files Automatically.
Disable Auto Updates (Rest Mode)
System > Power Saving > Features Available in Rest Mode > Disable Stay Connected to the Internet.
To set up Remote Play on a Windows PC, follow the detailed instructions provided at the link here. Once you've completed the setup and connected to your PS5® console, you can simply close the Remote Play application as you (likely) won't be needing it again.
The PS Remote Play app must be run on your PC, logged in, and successfully connected to your PS5® console at least once, before attempting to run the One Time Initial Setup. 👇
Before starting the Zen Link™ One Time Initial Setup, make your Windows PC is connected to a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network (do not use a wired network cable). This setup is typically a one-time process and will only need to be refreshed if you change your network settings or PSN® profile.
Note: Many Wi-Fi routers combine 2.4GHz and 5GHz networks under the same credentials.
- Click 'Read Settings From Windows'. Ensure it is the 2.4Ghz Wi-Fi credentials.
- Click 'Load Console Data'.
- Click 'Save All To Device'.
- Click 'Restart Device'.
- After the restart, the LEDs should turn ORANGE to confirm Wi-Fi is connected.
- The Zen Link™ firmware update will start, indicated by blinking BLUE LEDs. DO NOT remove the device, and wait until the firmware update is confirmed as completed. You check the status bar for progress.
- Once the firmware update is completed, the LEDs will turn back to ORANGE.
- Zen Link™ has now restarted in Zen mode and disconnected from the Zen Configurator. It is ready for use! NOTE: If unplugged and plugged back in, a CYAN LED will be briefly shown to confirm it is ready for use.
- As your Zen Link™ is now configured with your 2.4GHz Wi-Fi credentials, it no longer needs your PC to connect. You can return your PC to its usual way of connecting to the internet, whether that is a wired connection or 5Ghz Wi-Fi, etc.
The One Time Initial Setup must be completed before proceeding.
- Plug the Zen Link™ into the A1 USB port (left side) of the Cronus Zen™.
- Wait for the LEDs to remain GREEN.
- Connect your DualSense controller directly to the PS5 console.
- You can now use your Cronus Zen™ on your PS5® console with full functionality. 🙂
Please refer to the various Zen Link™ LED indicators and their meanings below to assist with troubleshooting:
Device LED indicators in Config PC mode:
- PURPLE LED means Config mode.
- Blinking BLUE LED in Config mode means firmware is updating.
- Blinking RED LED means no Wi-Fi settings are setup.
- Blinking BLUE LED means firmware is updating.
- CYAN LED means Zen Console Mode ready.
Device LED indicators in Zen Console mode:
- CYAN LED means Zen Console Mode ready.
- ORANGE LED means connecting to Wi-Fi.
- Blinking RED LED means no Wi-Fi found.
- Blinking PURPLE LED means failure to connect to console (make sure Remote Play on your PC is working).
- Single LIGHT GREEN flash then LED off means retrying connection.
- RED/BLUE flashing means Remote Play disconnected.
- STEADY GREEN means successfully connected.
HOLD the CONFIG BUTTON while plugging into PC until the LEDs turn PURPLE. They will then either turn ORANGE (Wi-Fi connected) or BLINK RED (no Wi-Fi set).
To enter ZenLinkConfigurator Mode, HOLD the CONFIG BUTTON while plugging into PC until the LEDs turn PURPLE. They will then either turn ORANGE (Wi-Fi connected) or BLINK RED (no Wi-Fi set).
PURPLE and GREEN means no update available.
To perform a Factory Reset, HOLD the FACTORY RESET BUTTON (paperclip hole underneath) while plugging into the PC until the LEDs turn PURPLE then BLINK RED.
If you are using a DualSense Edge controller, you must change the built-in Right Stick Sensitivity/Deadzone settings to default or it will break Anti-Recoil in most GamePacks and Scripts.
- Go to Settings > Accessories.
- Select DualSense Edge Wireless Controller > Custom Profiles.
- Select Create Custom Profile, call it 'Apex BEAM2.0', then select OK.
- Select the profile you created and...
- Right Stick Sensitivity Curve: Default
- Curve Adjustment: 0
- Deadzone Adjustment: 0%
These are the currently available third-party licensed PS5 controllers.
Controller Model | USB | BT | Speaker | Headset |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Nacon Revolution Pro 5 | TBC | NO | NO | NO |
PDP Victrix Pro BFG | YES* | NO | NO | NO |
Razer Wolverine v2 Pro | YES | NO | NO | NO |
Scuf Reflex | TBC | NO | NO | NO |
*The PDP Vitrix controller must be in PC mode. Touchpad does not work. TBC = To Be Confirmed (no test reports received) - let us know if yours works!