Wednesday, August 24th 2022

Sony Announces DualSense Edge Wireless Controller

Today, we are thrilled to unveil the DualSense Edge wireless controller for PlayStation 5, the first-ever high-performance, ultra-customizable controller developed by Sony Interactive Entertainment. Designed to give you an edge in gameplay by allowing you to create custom controls, the DualSense Edge wireless controller invites you to craft your own unique gaming experience tailored to your playstyle.

You can make the DualSense Edge wireless controller uniquely yours by remapping or deactivating specific button inputs and fine-tuning your aim by adjusting stick sensitivity and dead zones (the distance your analog stick moves before it's recognized in a game). In addition, each trigger is adjustable with options to tailor travel distance and dead zones to your preference. For example, you can manually reduce travel distance of the triggers for faster inputs in competitive FPS games or reduce the dead zone for precise throttle control in racing games.
Ability to save multiple control profiles

Once you've found your ideal control settings, you can save them to unique profiles and swap between them on the fly. With the DualSense Edge wireless controller, you'll always have your preferred controls for your games ready to go, whether you're facing Norse gods and monsters in God of War Ragnarök, or rival players in an online battle royale.

On-controller user interface

The dedicated Fn button allows you to easily adjust your setup while staying focused on the in-game action - quickly swap between your pre-set control profiles, adjust game volume and chat balance, and access the controller profile settings menu to set up and test new control iterations while in game.

Changeable stick caps and back buttons

Three types of swappable stick caps (standard, high dome, and low dome) help you stay comfortable in game while maintaining grip and stability. The two swappable sets of back buttons (half-dome and lever) can be configured to be any other button input, putting more essential controls at your fingertips.

Replaceable stick modules

Play longer with the ability to fully replace each individual stick module on the controller (replacement stick modules will be sold separately).

Built-in DualSense wireless controller features

The DualSense Edge wireless controller retains the signature comfort and immersive experience of the DualSense wireless controller when playing supported games, including haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, built-in microphone, motion controls, and more.

In addition to the included stick caps and back button sets, the DualSense Edge wireless controller comes with a USB Type-C braided cable, which uses a connector housing to lock into the controller so it's much less likely to slip out at a crucial moment. The included carrying case, which keeps your DualSense Edge wireless controller and components together and organized in one place, allows you to charge the controller via USB connection while it's stored in the case.

In the months ahead, we look forward to sharing more details about the DualSense Edge wireless controller, including launch timing, and can't wait to see how the PS5 community unlocks the full potential of the controller's customization options.

Announcement Video

Source: Sony
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8 Comments on Sony Announces DualSense Edge Wireless Controller

#1
trsttte
There's very cool points, the analog sticks being easily replaceable is an improvement that should have existed from start, an even better improvement would be if they moved to magnetic hall effect sitcks.

Some of the "headline" features like profiles and adjust dead zones though are pure bullshit, they could have done that any time with any controller including current one.
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Space Lynx
Astronaut
I'm just waiting on the PS5 VR 2 headset early next year. I am guessing it will cost $399 max... I doubt they would make it cost the same as the console itself, but we will see. I just can't justify $199 on a controller (that's probably how much this will cost)... if I am wrong and it's only $129 or something, I may consider it, but otherwise my money is being saved for the VR early next year coming out.
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Guwapo77
I like what I see, I just hope they are built better than the original controller that allows for more wear and tear. I've had 3 controllers break on me so far.
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Space Lynx
Astronaut
Guwapo77I like what I see, I just hope they are built better than the original controller that allows for more wear and tear. I've had 3 controllers break on me so far.
3 PS5 controllers have broken on you already?
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Guwapo77
CallandorWoT3 PS5 controllers have broken on you already?
Sure did...I have every PlayStation since the PS1 and I've had only one controller break. I don't know if I got a bad batch, but things have been fine since the first wave of controllers.
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Space Lynx
Astronaut
Guwapo77Sure did...I have every PlayStation since the PS1 and I've had only one controller break. I don't know if I got a bad batch, but things have been fine since the first wave of controllers.
this is alarming to read... I will do my best to baby my PS5 controller. it might just have lower threshold for what it can handle, like dropped even a short distance, etc.
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Guwapo77
CallandorWoTthis is alarming to read... I will do my best to baby my PS5 controller. it might just have lower threshold for what it can handle, like dropped even a short distance, etc.
I take good care of my controllers, dropping them isn't even a thing. I have yet to have one of my colored controllers to break. I will snag one of these new ones for certain as it should be built for a bit more gaming abuse. ...and maybe a larger battery. *crosses fingers*
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Space Lynx
Astronaut
Guwapo77I take good care of my controllers, dropping them isn't even a thing. I have yet to have one of my colored controllers to break. I will snag one of these new ones for certain as it should be built for a bit more gaming abuse. ...and maybe a larger battery. *crosses fingers*
I wish they would make just one PS5 controller that is wired only, no lithium battery. The PS5 controller is just a little too heavy for comfort for me, its not horrible, but I have an old xbox 360 wired controller for PC, and man I love how light that thing is, and never having to worry about batteries or degradation, etc. It's just very annoying always having to worry about charging and such.
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