Game news PS5: The DualSense Edge is great, but there’s a catch!
We now know that the features offered by the PlayStation 5’s DualSense have not been relegated to the ranks of untapped accessories. Most studios play the game and more or less integrate what the controller offers. But Sony will soon shift up a gear.
The Dual Sense, a premium controller at a high price
This higher speed is the DualSense Edge, which is placed in front of the Xbox Elite controllers. high end pads, customizable, configurable and equipped with additional buttons, interchangeable sticks and adjustment options. During gamescom, Sony announced this DualSense Edge, which differs very little in general appearance from that of the base controller. you however, promises a real gaming experience for the most demanding
And suffice it to say that the announcement provoked violent reactions. When announcing a Release set for January 26th, Sony reveals a price of $239.99. A very high price, especially compared to the 149.99 dollars that Microsoft charges for its Elite 2 controller. rounded back, 2 back paddles, a connector housing and a carrying case. As for the PS VR 2 headset sold for $599.99Sony is at the top of the range in terms of both workmanship and price.
A high-end product that has it all
This strategy aims to do that give premium character to peripherals, but also to justify technology integration expensive. Sony, which has already increased the price of its PS5 by 50 dollars, could withdraw these prices from part of the public Reservations seem to promise great success
We’ll let you find out what we think of it in our dedicated article, of course, but know that while it waits for a longer grasp, Sony seems to have pulled out all the stops to offer its most popular controller. accomplished these days. We also find this story among our colleagues from The Verge, who were able to spend time with the new controller. Overall they say they are particularly excitedespecially thanks to the customization options and the services offered.
Autonomy: the DualSense problem
Nonetheless, one point is particularly annoying: the battery
The operating time of the DualSense Edge wireless controller is moderately shorter than that of the original DualSense wireless controller. We wanted to strike a good balance between wireless uptime and offering robust, powerful features. Additionally, the longer braided USB cable is also ideal for competitive gamers who prefer to play using a wired connection to avoid radio interference, as this option extends battery life.
Of course, the autonomy of the controller depends in part on how players use it. Plugging in headphones, having the pad turned on, or hard pressing the controller during certain games can drain the battery faster. Anyway, this lesser autonomy could be a hindrance for some potential buyers who need to spend $239.99 to get a DualSense Edge. If, whatever happens, you’re planning on getting this new controller starting January 26th, know that a module with replacement joysticks are sold for $24.99.