The Dual Shock is a game controller manufactured by Sony. If your game doesn't run smoothly, crashes or glitches or there is a lag time with your controller, try updating the driver. This driver - "PC_DUAL_SHOCK.zip" - has been downloaded 454 times and is rated 1 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews. It is compatible with PCs running Windows XP, among other operating systems. The total disk space used for this update is 1.4 MB.
Dual Shock
Windows XP, Windows NT4, Windows NT3.51, Windows ME, Windows 98SE, Windows 98, Windows 95
There are two methods of intallation in the zip file, the standard exe, which if it works then great just use it, but also a manual way using reg keys which depending on the windows some may not work but don't fret that just means ur using xp(i think) - but it does work
Ben Hoad (DG Member) on 24-Sep-2006
Already tried it? Give your review.
To get the Dual Shock driver, click the green download button above. After you complete your download, move on to Step 2.
If the driver listed is not the right version or operating system, search our driver archive for the correct version. Enter Sony Dual Shock into the search box above and then submit. In the results, choose the best match for your PC and operating system.
Tech Tip: If you are having trouble deciding which is the right driver, try the Sony Driver Update Utility. It is a software utility which automatically finds and downloads the right driver.
To find the newest driver, you may need to visit the Sony website. Most major device manufacturers update their drivers regularly.
After downloading your new driver, it's time to install it. For Windows users, the built-in Device Manager is your go-to tool for managing system devices and drivers. Here's how to use it:
Right-click the Start button to open the Quick Access menu.
Select "Device Manager" from the list of options.
In the Device Manager window, locate the device that needs updating.
Right-click on the device name and choose "Update driver" from the context menu.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.
Once the installation is complete, restart your computer to ensure the new driver is properly integrated and functional.
This simple process helps keep your system running smoothly and maintains compatibility with your hardware components.
Tech Tip: Driver downloads and updates come in a variety of file formats with different file extensions. For example, you may have downloaded an EXE, INF, ZIP, or SYS file. Each file type has a slighty different installation procedure to follow.
For more help, visit our Driver Support Page for step-by-step videos on how to install drivers for every file type.
The following files are found inside the driver download file.
Name | Size | Date |
---|---|---|
PC DUAL SHOCK/1.reg | 730 bytes | 9 Aug 2006 |
PC DUAL SHOCK/10.reg | 392 bytes | 9 Aug 2006 |
PC DUAL SHOCK/11.reg | 1.6 KB | 9 Aug 2006 |
PC DUAL SHOCK/12.reg | 14.5 KB | 9 Aug 2006 |
PC DUAL SHOCK/13.reg | 14.4 KB | 9 Aug 2006 |
PC DUAL SHOCK/14.reg | 14.8 KB | 9 Aug 2006 |
PC DUAL SHOCK/15.reg | 470 bytes | 9 Aug 2006 |
PC DUAL SHOCK/16.reg | 1.3 KB | 9 Aug 2006 |
PC DUAL SHOCK/17.reg | 1.4 KB | 9 Aug 2006 |
PC DUAL SHOCK/18.reg | 1.4 KB | 9 Aug 2006 |
PC DUAL SHOCK/2.reg | 356 bytes | 9 Aug 2006 |
PC DUAL SHOCK/3.reg | 390 bytes | 9 Aug 2006 |
PC DUAL SHOCK/4.reg | 1.3 KB | 9 Aug 2006 |
PC DUAL SHOCK/5.reg | 1.5 KB | 9 Aug 2006 |
PC DUAL SHOCK/6.reg | 1.2 KB | 9 Aug 2006 |
PC DUAL SHOCK/7.reg | 652 bytes | 9 Aug 2006 |
PC DUAL SHOCK/8.reg | 442 bytes | 9 Aug 2006 |
PC DUAL SHOCK/9.reg | 838 bytes | 9 Aug 2006 |
PC DUAL SHOCK/Dll/EZFRD.dll | 65.5 KB | 26 Dec 2002 |
PC DUAL SHOCK/Dll/FCVAP.dll | 86.0 KB | 26 Dec 2002 |
PC DUAL SHOCK/PC DUAL SHOCK.exe | 1.3 MB | 8 Aug 2006 |
PC DUAL SHOCK/howto.txt | 185 bytes | 9 Aug 2006 |