PS5’s DualSense Controller Is Getting An Replace, Retailer Itemizing Reveals

In case you’re sick and bored with your DualSense controller dying after a measly three to 6 hours of use, it appears like Sony could be on the brink of launch a brand new model of the PlayStation 5 controller that might double its typical battery life. That’s if a Canadian retailer itemizing is to be believed.

On January 11, Greatest Purchase Canada posted listings for an C$89.99 DualSense “V2” controller, which, at a look, seems to have a lot of the similar bells and whistles as the usual DualSense. The haptic suggestions and adaptive triggers are nonetheless there, in addition to options made customary with the PS4’s DualShock 4, just like the headphone jack and touchpad. Nonetheless, it additionally comes with a free perk within the type of a charging station that gives “click-in charging,” and notes a 12-hour battery life in comparison with the unique’s roughly six hours. In case you’re an American trying on the $89.99 value level and questioning why it prices extra, keep in mind that most issues price extra in Canada due to the trade charge (the unique DualSense prices that a lot). So it’s probably that the DualSense V2 will price the identical $69.99 yow will discover the unique for within the States.

Even with the higher battery life, the DualSense V2 looks as if a reasonably modest improve to the unique controller in comparison with the modular DualSense Edge Sony launched final yr, which runs a whopping $200 for too few options. You possibly can purchase a complete PlayStation Portal for that a lot cash, and with that, you get to play video games on a handheld display that may look foolish however feels fairly good in your fingers.

Whichever PlayStation 5 controller you employ, please don’t use it to drive a automotive. That’s one thing Sony is making an attempt to make occur, and contemplating how harmful vehicles are, automotive interfaces are one thing we as a society must cease making an attempt to innovate on.

We’ve reached out to Sony for remark and can replace this story if we hear again.