The DualSense is back down to its lowest ever price two weeks before Black Friday
Nov. 8, 2023So many colors to choose from…
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We’re still a fortnight out from the official start of Black Friday, but the deals have already begun to pop up.
The DualSense, the PS5’s innovative official gamepad, has dropped back down to its lowest-ever price in the US of$49.99 at Amazon. The controller isalso on sale at Best Buy, and at both retailers, you can get the full suite of colorways and designs at the same price.
I’m still waiting for theDualSense Edgeto get a proper discount, but until then, this earlyBlack Friday PS5 dealwill absolutely suffice. The DualSense might be the stock controller for the platform, but it’s up there with thebest PS5 controllersfor sure thanks to its haptic feedback and adaptive trigger resistance.
Unfortunately, these features do result in a higher price than most stock controllers as a DualSense will usually set you back $69.99. At times like these, when it comes down to the price of a DualShock 4 in its heyday, it’s well worth investing in.
If you’re a collector (like yours truly), this is a great chance to grab another DualSense color before the swarms of shoppers on Black Friday make stock shortages an issue.
DualSense Wireless Controller|$69.99$49.99 at AmazonSave $20- The DualSense has returned to its lowest-ever price in the US, which means you can currently get it for almost 30% cheaper. Getting game-changing haptic feedback and adaptive triggers for that price is a total bargain - especially when you remember you’re getting this for the cost of a DualShock 4.
Buy it if:
✅ You want haptic feedback and trigger resistance✅ You need to replace a launch model DualSense✅ You aren’t interested in the DualSense Edge
Don’t buy it if:
❌ You play multiplayer games and you can afford a pro controller
Price check:Best Buy $49.99|Walmart $49.99
Luckily, as time has gone on, there have been fewer and fewer reports of these issues. It does seem as though they were exasperated by pandemic era manufacturing issues, and newer batches have ironed out the problems. Annoyingly, what hasn’t improved is the controller’s battery life, which frustrates a lot of players.
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If you’re in that camp though, buying a second DualSense to keep in your rotation might do you wonders as you won’t need to tether yourself to a charging cable while playing quite so often.
I’d be a little shocked if the DualSense came down in price any lower than this for Black Friday, especially since it’s now experiencing an early deal. If you’re sick of having to charge the one controller you use, you want to play couch co-op games, or you’re seeking a replacement for a faulty model, buying a DualSense with the above deal before Black Friday is advisable.
Of course, there are plenty of other PS5 controllers out there, and the third-party ones with official licensing are all great options. Annoyingly, you won’t get haptic feedback or adaptive triggers with these, as I recently discovered thatSonyprohibits these features for use in third-party products. Nonetheless,how controllers get their official licensingis a lot more than a purchased watermark - there are loads of review processes from Sony itself that ensure high-quality standards. What’s more, these options all have to use PlayStation’s own chipset to win their license.
If you play multiplayer games, or you want a bit more bang for your buck when it comes to customisation features, waiting until Black Friday to see if you can get a pro controller on the cheap might be a good option for you.
That said, having a spare DualSense lying around is never really a bad thing.
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One of my earliest memories is playing SuperMario64 and wondering why the controller I held had three grips, but I only had two hands. Ever since I’ve been in love with video games and their technology. After graduating from Edinburgh Napier University with a degree in Journalism, I contributed to the Scottish Games Network and completed an Editorial Internship at Expert Reviews. Over the last decade, I’ve been managing my ownYouTube channelabout my love of games too. These days, I’m one of the resident hardware nerds at GamesRadar+, and I take the lead on our coverage of gaming PCs, VR, controllers, gaming chairs, and content creation gear. Now, I better stop myself here before I get talking about my favourite games like HUNT: Showdown, Dishonored, and Towerfall Ascension.Location: UK Remote
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