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The PS5 DualSense Edge controller is a costly but excellent customisable gamepad

Playstation has released a pro controller as it looks to provide its own high-quality gadget that can duke it out the much-loved Xbox Elite gamepad. But at more than £200 is it really worth it's cost?

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Overall, the DualSense Edge takes everything you like from the near-perfect original DualSense and adds In various layers of customisation.


The price point is high and I'd have liked to have seen a longer charge in the internal battery.

But there's no denying this is now the go-to controller for Playstation 5 players - if you can justify the cost and don't mind the odd wired-in gameplay session.

DualSense Edge Controller Review - IGN

Sony’s first “pro” controller for the PS5, the DualSense Edge, features removable back buttons, interchangeable analog sticks, unique profiles, and much more. Its intuitive user interface makes customization not only approachable, but encouraged, for everyone who can afford its premium price.

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At nearly triple the price of the standard DualSense controller, the $200 price tag for the DualSense Edge is a hefty one for most casual players. That being said, there's a ton of fantastic tech packed into a controller that's virtually the same size and shape you're already used to. The Function buttons work extremely well to let you quickly create, tweak, and bounce between custom profiles, and the user interface is slick and intuitive. The interchangeable back buttons are comfortable and feel like a natural extension of the controller. And, with easily replaceable analog stick modules, you won't have to worry about replacing the entire controller if you experience joystick drift. My one complaint is a lack of substantial battery life improvement – a long-standing weak point of PlayStation controllers – but overall this is a fantastic debut for Sony's first "pro"-level controller.

PlayStation DualSense Edge review: Is it worth the price tag?

Sony’s first professional-grade controller goes head to head with the Xbox Elite Series 2

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The DualSense Edge comes in at $199.99 — half the cost of the digital-only PS5 model. That's... pretty steep, though it's not far off from Microsoft's offering of the Elite Series 2, which is $179.99 (although sales frequently drop it down to around $150). I'm sure that professional streamers and esports athletes will have no problem spending the money and writing it off on their taxes. But for average folk, that a lot to shell out. Does it make playing PS5 games a nicer experience? Unquestionably. Does it give you an advantage to be able to, say, aim and jump at the same time in Fortnite thanks to the back buttons? Yes, it does.

That said, these days I'd be more comfortable buying a high-end premium controller if I knew it was going to last me at least five years. But until we get several hundred hours of gameplay with the DualSense Edge, we won't really know what sort of life span this thing will have. Given that, it's harder to make that long-term investment.

Sony’s DualSense Edge is a pro controller done (mostly) right

Battery life is its Achilles’ heel.

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It's great that Sony is finally expanding its first-party lineup to help more gamers play their own way. The company has come a long way since its Back Button Attachment launched for the PS4's DualShock 4 controller, which afforded you two customizable back paddles. Buying a DualSense Edge isn't a must for people who are satisfied with what the standard controller offers, and I do wish that the Edge had longer battery life.
To that end, the DualSense (for now) is the better option if you play games on PC. The Edge is recognized as a PS5 controller on Steam, but you presently can't switch profiles or take advantage of the back paddles (I've asked Sony when it plans to add full PC support for its customization features, if ever). Still, if you want a pro-grade controller for your PS5 and don't mind taking a slight hit in the battery department, you'll probably be happy owning the DualSense Edge.

DualSense Edge Review: "I wish I was getting more controller for the money"

The DualSense Edge is a premium-feeling controller for PS5. Unfortunately, it doesn't truly fix the biggest issues with the DualSense.

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The DualSense Edge is a premium-feeling controller for PS5. Whilst there are certainly great quality of life updates to be had here, the Edge doesn't truly fix the biggest issues with the DualSense. For the high cost, you can get a slew of third party controllers with more buttons and only a few less features.

Pros​

• +A more premium-feeling DualSense
• +Ergonomic back buttons
• +Intuitive software integration
• +Good case

Cons​

• -Only two back buttons
• -Competitors offer more functionality for the same price
• -No real stick drift or battery life fix

The $200 DualSense Edge Is a Great PS5 Controller. But You Don’t Need It.

PlayStation’s new $200 controller isn’t for everyone, but the DualSense Edge offers a great, premium experience for those willing to spend the extra money.

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At more than double the cost of a new DualSense controller, the Edge is a tough sell, and for most people, it probably doesn't make a lot of sense. If I had $200 to spend on a new gaming accessory, I don't know that the DualSense Edge would be my first choice. Instead, I might spring for the equally priced Switch Lite or a great gaming headset. But PlayStation enthusiasts will probably love the DualSense Edge, and now that I've used it, I'll be sad to let it go.

DualSense Edge review - how is Sony's first Pro Controller?

We've got our hands on PlayStation's latest controller release - so take a look at our DualSense Edge Review.

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The DualSense Edge is a robust controller with enough great features that aren't just simply bells and whistles. In the end, the few hitches are minor enough to forgive for Sony's first attempt at a custom controller.

It feels fantastic in your hands, and to be honest, we had just as much fun fiddling around with its modular parts and extremely clicky buttons as we did when we were actually playing games with it. It feels really good, and that's the most important quality a controller should have. There's enough carefully designed features to separate it from the original controller, while also enough similarities that it evokes an evolution of its quality.

If you're questioning if you should buy it – the price has to come to mind. The DualSense Edge is set to cost $199 on launch, which is undoubtedly a lot to pay for a controller. But, the level of quality that it offers is far superior to its competitors. For a pro PS5 controller – the DualSense Edge should be your only option.

REVIEW: DualSense Edge – The new king of PS5 ‘Pro’ controllers

Finally, Sony has blessed us with a pro controller in the DualSense Edge, a €239.99 controller that aims to be the best in the business and cater to pro gamers while offering nice benefits for the…

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With improved functionality, excellent software and more, Sony have crafted the best PS5 controller out there. With more refinements on materials and the cost in future versions – it could be a must have for every PlayStation and crucially PC gamer.

DualSense Edge review - the best controller ever made

The PS5 gets a new iteration of the DualSense controller, that’s more customisable and more expensive, but what exactly is it for?

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No one's going to be buying this by accident, or without any idea of its benefits, and on the basis that it does exactly what it says on the tin there's absolutely no reason not to recommend it to those looking for more options for their controller. The DualSense Edge is aimed at hardcore gamers that are willing to pay a premium for a higher quality product and on that basis it delivers, while ordinary customers miss out on nothing that they'd have any real use for.

Review: DualSense Edge is the most premium PS5 controller yet | VGC

The $200 pad’s new features will appeal greatly to competitive players…

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At $200, DualSense Edge was never going to appeal to everyone. But for competitive players, the quality of its build, slick software integration and the huge amount of customisation options means it's undoubtedly the most premium PS5 controller you can buy.

For everyone else, it's far from essential, especially if you don't play competitive games or desire customisation beyond what the original DualSense is capable of.

 

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Talk about idiotic decisions

 

[Soodanim]

The price tag already turned a lot of people off, then the battery thing became known and killed off another big chunk of potential customers. They fucked this one up. I currently use a double size battery in my DS4, so it's not like it isn't possible to up the capacity. They chose not to.

It's a real shame, because a controller with a touchpad and back buttons is my ideal PC controller. There's so much potential when it comes to Steam/DS4Windows profiles, and although I make do with a DS4 I would really like to have those back buttons to remove all need to claw grip.

 

[Nikana]

Just seems like a pointless shortcut the whole battery situation. The thing is $200. Put a decent battery in it for fuck sake. Or let me use my own.

 

[regawdless]

Just seems like a pointless shortcut the whole battery situation. The thing is $200. Put a decent battery in it for fuck sake. Or let me use my own.

It's baffling, really. Totally dumb. Doing a premium version of an existing product, it simply can't be significantly worse regarding one of it's most important features. Laughable decision. Guess modded Dualsense controllers are more attractive than ever.

 

[Nikana]

It's baffling, really. Totally dumb. Doing a premium version of an existing product, it simply can't be significantly worse regarding one of it's most important features. Laughable decision. Guess modded Dualsense controllers are more attractive than ever.

The whole thing seems a bit silly.

THe elite controller has proven there is an audience for this type controller. I am a user myself and would spend the money on this, but this seems like a slapped together version. its not half assed just not enough focus where there should be. For $200 it needs to be better in every way and offer new features.

 

[The Bloody Nine]

Is this the infamous ARROGANT Sony?

 

[zebraStraw]

>Buy a controller which main gimmick is you can change the trash sticks they put in them easily

>Get cucked on battery life

Oh yeah, Sony is going to get acquired by Apple.

 

[Epic Nemesis]

Sounds like I'll be waiting on the battery revision

 

[Snes nes]

>Buy a controller which main gimmick is you can change the trash sticks they put in them easily

>Get cucked on battery life

Oh yeah, Sony is going to get acquired by Apple.

>gets acquired by apple

<base model comes without a cpu fan

>charges 3000 dollars for a heatsink to put on the cpu and a extra 2999 for a plastic fan motor.

 

[Adam Warlock]

I have an Edge and I for one am very happy with it. The battery life seems fine for me. I think I got like 6 hours straight out of it before needing to charge it? Also gives you like 30-45 minutes of a warning before you need to plug it in. Really does feel much higher quality than the base controller.

 

[CAPTAIN RAINCOAT]

• No stick tension adjustment
• Crappier battery life
• Can't just drop it in the case like an elite controller to charge
• The price

Outside of the above the controller feels quite solid and the triggers don't feel like they are gonna snap off like the original

 

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Guess modded Dualsense controllers are more attractive than ever.

Yup. Anyone serious about being competitive on PS5 needs a modded controller.

 

[regawdless]

Digital Foundry video, also comparing it to other third party controllers. Good and informative.