Cronus Zen supports all versions of the PlayStation 5 console, and both DualSense and DualSense Edge controllers.
Remember, when using Cronus Zen, any supported device (controllers, mice, keyboards) will work with your PlayStation 5 console. 🎮🚀
PlayStation 5 & PlayStation 5 Digital
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 .
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 Studio Setup (PS5)
PS5 Console Settings
In-Game Settings
DualSense Controller Setup
Troubleshooting
Zen to PC using the PROG USB
Connect Cronus Zen to your Windows PC using the PROG USB port.
Open Zen Studio .
Navigate to the Device tab.
Set the Output Protocol to PLAYSTATON 5.
Then navigate to the Programmer tab, select any GamePack, drag it to the first free memory slot, then program (see below for video demo).
Now unplug the PROG USB cable from the Zen. That's it! You're now on your way to some sweet M.O.D.s.
How to Program a GamePack
📺 Watch this video to see how easy it is to download & program a Zen GamePack 👉
If you see an error saying "Failed to Retrieve Packs", it means your ISP is blocking the Cronus server, so you will need to use a VPN service. There are many free ones, we recommend the Google Chrome plugin VeePN.
To access the settings menu, click the ⚙️ icon at the top right of the PS5 screen, then...
1
Disable Bluetooth
Accessories > General > Advanced Settings > Turn Off Bluetooth
2
USB Cable
Accessories > Controllers > Communication > Use USB Cable
3
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
4
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
5
Enable Remote Play
System > Remote Play > Enable Remote Play
6
Console Sharing
Users and Accounts > Other > Console Sharing and Offline Play > Enable
7
Disable Auto Updates
System > System Software > System Software Update and Settings >Disable both Download Update Files Automatically and Install Update Files Automatically.
8
Disable Auto Updates (Rest Mode)
System > Power Saving > Features Available in Rest Mode >Disable Stay Connected to the Internet.
Cronus Zen supports all features of the DualSense® & DualSense Edge® controllers (USB).
DualSense® & DualSense Edge®
DualSense® Model | USB | BLUETOOTH |
DualSense® (CFI-ZCT1W) | YES | YES* |
DualSense® Edge (CFI-ZCP1) | YES | YES* |
DualSense® Features (PS5/PC) | USB | BLUETOOTH |
Adaptive Triggers | YES | NO |
Haptic Feedback | YES | NO |
Two Finger/Swipe Touchpad | YES | YES |
Gyroscope | YES | NO |
Controller Mic | YES | NO |
Audio Headset | YES | NO |
*Bluetooth does not support Adaptive Triggers, Rumbles, Gyroscope, or Mic, so it cannot support the features of the top GamePacks such as BEAM2.0.
Here are the steps for setting up a DualSense or DualSense Edge controller to a PS5 using a Cronus Zen.
NOTE: These steps must be done every time you reset your PS5.
To play with a DualSense Edge on a PS5 using a Cronus Zen, you'll also need a standard DualSense controller to A1.
Connect a standard DualSense Controller directly to your PS5.
Go to Settings > Accessories > Turn Off Accessories > Select the DualSense controller so that it turns off.
Unplug the DualSense from the PS5 and connect it to Zen's A1 USB port.
Connect the Zen to the PS5 from its rear CONSOLE/PC USB port and wait for 10 secs.
That's it! 🙂
DUALSENSE EDGE & CROSSOVER: If you are using a DualSense Edge, or any other brand of controller, a standard DualSense® must always be connected to A1, and the controller you wish to game with then connects to USB ports A2 or A3.
DualSense Edge Curve
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 (all the sensitivity/curve settings are handled by the GamePack)
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!
