How to Fix Drift on PS5 Controller?

Clean around the analog stick with compressed air

Rotate the stick while spraying compressed air

Use a small amount of isopropyl alcohol on a cotton swab around the stick base

Move the stick in all directions after cleaning

Reset the PS5 controller using the small reset button on the back

Reconnect the controller to the PS5 with a USB cable

Update the controller firmware in PS5 settings

Adjust the deadzone in supported games

Test the controller on another game or console

Replace the analog stick module if the drift continues

Contact PlayStation Support if the controller is under warranty

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