A new PlayStation controller is on the way

Following rumours of a “pro” controller being in development, Sony has confirmed its existence in the form of the DualSense Edge wireless controller.

The new controller was revealed in a short teaser during Gamescom Opening Night Live, and is described as Sony’s first “high-performance, ultra-customizable controller” in a PlayStation Blog post.

The teaser showcases features such as replaceable stick modules, back buttons and adjustable travel distance for each of the triggers. The controller will also include changeable back buttons (half-dome and lever) and stick caps (standard, high dome, and low dome).

Art Director Daisuke Kurihara described the creation process for the Dualsense Edge as “a dream come true for our team”.

“The opportunity to create the DualSense Edge wireless controller was a dream come true for our team. We wanted to build on the legacy of iconic PlayStation controllers by creating a controller that empowers players to experiment and personalize elements based on their own unique playstyle – whether they are a competitive gamer or someone who just enjoys having more options to customize their play.” Kurihara said.

“The DualSense Edge wireless controller also features a number of thoughtful design touches that we hope players will enjoy, including a distinct DualSense controller-inspired black-and-white color scheme and a unique PlayStation Shapes pattern on the touch pad and trigger surfaces.”

“We are thankful to the many gamers, professional esports players, and developers who helped provide feedback on the controller’s design.”

Sony stopped short of announcing a release date or price for the DualSense Edge, but promised more information will be coming “in the months ahead”

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