Sony has unveiled the DualSense Icon Blue Special Edition controller, a new blue color that incorporates PlayStation's classic symbols into its design. This controller, which launched on August 6th, is priced at around 70 euros. The bad news is that, for now, it is only available in Japan, leaving players in other regions waiting with no confirmed global release date.
Technical details and compatibility of the new controller 🎮
The DualSense Icon Blue retains all the features of the standard PS5 controller, such as haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, and the built-in microphone. Its main novelty is the intense blue color with the four classic symbols (triangle, circle, cross, and square) engraved on the surface. Compatibility is the same as any other DualSense, working on both PS5 and PC via cable or Bluetooth. It does not include any additional technical improvements.
The chronicle of an announced exclusivity 😅
As expected, Sony is once again playing hide-and-seek with its accessories. While Japanese collectors can go to the store to get theirs, the rest of the world has to make do with seeing photos on social media. The funniest part is that, with any luck, it will arrive in the West within six months and will cost double at import stores. In the meantime, we'll keep using the standard white one, which at least doesn't cause envy.