DualSense Edge is clearly overpriced
Sony has finally revealed the cost of the DualSense Edge and its high price tag is actually a bit of a shock.
The DualSense Edge wireless controller for PS5 will give you a huge amount of money $199.99 / £209.99 (Australian prices will be announced). For your pocket, you’ll get interchangeable modules like thumbstick caps and rear paddles, textured handles, a white-on-black aesthetic, and misaligned materials including carrying case and lockable USB-C connector housing.
That’s a fair bit compared to the cost of a standard DualSense controller, retailed for $69.99 / £59.99 / AU$109.95. It also just goes beyond the playing field of Xbox Elite Series 2 Wireless Controller‘S $179.99 / £159.99 / AU$249.95. It’s not a million miles over the cost of a Xbox Series WILLor, usually priced at $299.99 / £249.99 / AU$499.
As Sony’s first foray into the ‘Pro’ controller market, the DualSense Edge will really need to impress at that high price point. But with all we know so far, I’m not overly confident that it will get the job done.
More than a few DualCents
Yes, Pro or high-end controllers are usually expensive. And amid the cost of living crisis, buyers will often wonder if The expensive Pro controller is well worth it. When it comes to Xbox Elite Series 2 or third-party pads like X RevolutionI would say I personally got my money’s worth.
But that’s not reason enough for the average buyer. The professional controller is a luxury but, even on top of those reasons, I think the DualSense Edge is clearly not worth the premium when its competition is offering more for less.
In terms of value, the Edge seems to at least match the Elite Series 2 from a features perspective. Textured handles, mutable modules, dead zone toggle triggers and configurable settings are all standard, current, and taken into account.
However, the Edge only has two rear pads compared to the Elite Series 2’s four. Its new Function buttons appear to be non-replaceable and are located just below the analog sticks, where they can be pressed accidentally. easy. At least when it comes to klutzes like me.
We also heard nothing about improvements to DualSense’s outstanding haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. That, and the lack of detail on battery life, is unsettling considering it’s an area where Sony’s excellent pad could use some serious improvement.
Now, DualSense Edge will likely excel similarly to its default counterpart. Pro features are always welcome, and the included USB-C connector housing is a great addition. But when you can buy one Xbox Design Lab Elite Series 2 For the same price (or cheaper in the UK), I think Sony may have overestimated how much PS5 owners are willing to spend on a Pro pad.