One undesirable side effect of playing video games for insane number of hours is the wear and tear of controller. Let’s face it, we’ve all faced the problem of replacing our controllers momentarily. For some fierce gamers it can last up to as less as 3 months, while the average sits at around 18 months. An expensive ordeal considering how expensive a new controller by Sony is.
Well that is about to change now, with the DualSense Edge controller.
Sony Interactive Entertainment has finally launched the much awaited new-generation controller for the PlayStation 5, the DualSense Edge wireless controller. DualSense Edge is the most high-end, high-performance, and with that, most expensive controller for PlayStation 5 by Sony so far.
The DualSense Edge Controller features a long list of hardware and software-based customization options for creating a highly personalized controller experience.
Cutting to the chase, think of the DualSense Edge as Sony’s take on the Xbox Elite controller, which was launched way back in 2015. Here is the official DualSense Edge reveal trailer.
DualSense Edge Controller Features
Swappable and Customizable Buttons and Sticks
Not only can you swap out the stick caps, you can replace the entire stick module. There will be 3 types of stick that Sony will release: high dome, low dome and standard. This time you get two additional back buttons, which are also swappable. There will be two types of button shapes available, and will be sold by Sony.
Tons of customization options, from stick sensitivity to remapping of buttons
You can pin-point adjust and fine tune your aim by adjusting stick sensitivity and dead zones. If you feel that your thumbs need to travel a lot of distance with the analog sticks, you can manually reduce it via the customization options. This setting is one that has been highly requested and much awaited by both casual and professional gamers alike.
After making customizations specific to your use-case, you can save your profile. When a friend or a sibling wants to use the DualSenseEdge controller, they can simply create and load their profile. You can create upto five profiles. Also, you can create unique controller profiles for different games. For example, you can one set to suit you in FPS shooters, and the other to play FIFA or a racing game.
Additional Accessories
Along with the DualSense Edge controller, you will get a USB Type-C braided cable, which uses a connector housing to lock into the controller so that it doesn’t slip out during tense moments. You also get a carry case, which can house your DualSense Edge controller, the wireless module and the braided cable. When placed in its slot, the controller can be charged while in the case through USB pass-through.
PS5 DualSense Edge Wireless Controller Launch and Price
Sony has not mentioned anything about the launch timeline of the DualSense Edge controller, nor has it given any indication of its pricing. Going by the pricing of competing brands, the DualSense Edge should cost anywhere between ₹8000 and ₹12000.
