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title: 'Playstation 5 Controller Stick Drift'
date: '2026-01-19T10:21:37.901Z'
author: James Repatch
description: 'Convenient on demand same-day device repairs from your home or business.'
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published: 2025-09-03T16:47:01.626Z
type: 'article'
url: https://www.repatch.co.uk/sony/playstation/ps5-controller-stick-drift
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**"I definitely didn't do that?!"**

The classic moving-when-you-don't-want-to or feeling like you are constantly fighting your joystick?

## Symptoms

* Joysticks move on their own
* Causing in-game character or camera movement without user input

## Simple Fixes

### The "Twiddle" freer

Trying press down on the analog stick and rotating it in a clockwise THEN counter-clockwise motion for a minute (yes, a whole 60 seconds).

### Compressed Air

Gently lift the stick and blow compressed air into the base (easiest option is a compressed air can from Amazon) to dislodge any debris

### Controller Reset

PS5 controllers can be reset by pressing the small button on the back with a paper-clip.

**Still fighting that stick? Book a repair above or WhatsApp us to discuss.**

See [PlayStation 5 common issues](/sony/playstation/sony-playstation-5) for more fixes.