IWGAME PS5 Controller Back Paddles with 4 Programmable Buttons and Turbo

Finished in black, these IWGAME back paddles add rear controls to a compatible PS5 controller. The add-on has four programmable buttons and supports remapping, combos, and turbo. It connects by wire, and the controller is not included. Setup on PS5 includes changing a system communication setting before use.

Usage tips

Connect the paddles to the controller and set the PS5 communication method to “Use USB Cable” under Settings > Accessibility > Controller (General) > Communication Method. The product instructions say the paddles will not work unless this setting is changed, so factor in that setup step if you usually use another communication method.

The four rear buttons, labeled M1 through M4, can be assigned controller inputs or programmed for combos. Each recording can contain up to 25 controller inputs, with a single recording limited to 5 seconds. That makes the feature relevant for players who want repeated sequences or frequently used actions on rear controls rather than reaching for the standard face buttons. Turbo can be set to semi-automatic or fully automatic operation, the listed speed is 8Hz.

Technical details

• Type: Gamepad accessory / controller back paddles
• Color: Black
• Dimensions: 3.2 x 1.3 x 3.3 inches, also listed as 3.1"D x 1.3"W x 3.2"H
• Connectivity: Wired
• Compatibility: PS5 controllers, including BDM-010, BDM-020, BDM-030, BDM-040, and BDM-050. The product description also names PC, Mac, and Android TV, the technical details list PlayStation 5 and Windows.
• What’s included: Paddles, controller not included

Benefits

The practical appeal is added control without installing a remap kit inside the controller. The paddles are described as plug and play, although PS5 users still need to make the USB communication setting change. Remapping, key swaps, combo recording, and turbo offer several ways to configure the rear buttons, so the accessory is aimed at players who want to customize input rather than use a controller in its standard layout.

For a gaming session where a player wants a repeated sequence assigned to a rear paddle, the macro function provides a way to record that input pattern. It suits you if you already have a compatible PS5 controller and want extra programmable controls through a wired add-on. Compared with a basic controller setup that relies only on its existing buttons, this adds rear inputs, a standalone controller with built-in extra controls may be a better fit for someone who does not want a separate accessory. It’s not for you if you need a wireless paddle connection, since the listed connection is wired.

What to clarify

Does this include a PS5 controller? No. The product details specify that the controller is not included, so you need a compatible controller separately.

Does it work immediately on PS5 without changing settings? The instructions require setting the communication method to “Use USB Cable” before use. Without that change, the paddles will not work as described.

How much can a paddle record? Each recording can contain up to 25 controller inputs, and one recording is limited to 5 seconds. The listed turbo speed is 8Hz.

Buying verdict

Choose these IWGAME paddles if your priority is adding four remappable rear buttons to a compatible PS5 controller and you are comfortable with a wired setup and the required system setting. The recording and turbo options give the add-on more flexibility than a simple extra-button attachment. If your priority is a wireless connection, or you want the controller included, this product does not meet that need.