Update Your GAME:PAD 4
The GAME:PAD 4 controller for PlayStation 4 might stop working properly, after you update the console itself. The most common sign is that the GAME:PAD 4 loses its connection to the PS4. After unplugging and reconnecting the GAME:PAD 4, it might work again, but another disconnect most likely occurs after a few minutes. This article shows you how to make your GAME:PAD 4 compatible with the latest PlayStation 4 firmware.
Steps
- Go to http://www.gamepad4.com. There you will find the standard manual of the GAME:PAD 4, a firmware update and a manual describing the update procedure.
- Click on the download button in the "firmware" section to download a ZIP file. This contains the latest firmware and the update manual.
- Use a program like WinZIP or WinRAR to unpack the files of the downloaded ZIP file. You will find two files inside:
- The update for your GAME:PAD 4 (ends with .exe)
- The manual for the update procedure (ends with .pdf)
- Open the update file.
- Press and hold D-Pad-Right and L3. Then connect the GAME:PAD 4 to your PC via USB cable.
- When you see this screen, press the "Update" button.
- Wait until the update is finished. Don't remove the GAME:PAD 4 during the process.
- When you this screen, the update is finished. You can remove the GAME:PAD 4. It is now ready to use. If you are still experiencing problems, please check the followings steps.
- If you see this screen after connecting the GAME:PAD 4, remove it and repeat the process from unzipping the file onwards.
- Troubleshoot as needed. If this screen appears, please check if:
- The GAME:PAD 4 was removed during the update process.
- The USB cable is connected properly and in working condition.
- The USB port is working.
