A short while ago, it was revealed that PlayStation 5 games would require the use of the new DualSense controller. For some reason, this seems to have sparked a minor outrage among the gaming community. Some call it anti-consumer, while others say Sony is now playing right into Microsoft’s hands. The thing is though, this isn't the big deal some want to make it out to be.
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Listing for the DualSense V2 spotted over on Best Buy. Featuring improved battery life over its predecessor, the DualSense V2 could become a must-have PS5 accessory for those looking to stay wireless while gaming.
I have the Cobalt Blue controller and it lasts twice as long as my launch white controller did out of the box already.
never had a problem with the battery life or stick drift good to know that they improved it.
I was thinking all it really needs is a battery upgrade and there ya have it. Hall effect sensors would be great too but this is a good upgrade.
I have no problem with battery life, but what I would have liked on this new version would be back buttons/paddles.
Sony seems to be working on a new version of the DualSense that would improve on the PS5 controller with some extremely helpful features.
Pretty awesome. Hopefully they add a bigger battery to boot.
“The button hints would also be spelled out on the controller's touchpad, which would actually double as a display. This is not the first patent indicating that the DualSense 2 might feature a touchscreen instead of a touchpad, as another such IP filing emerged online back in September. As for the concept at hand, the controller that it describes wouldn't just be capable of lighting up its buttons, including its shoulder triggers, but also both of its analog sticks.“
Cool
Hopefully any upgrades and the like are kept for the PS6. If we start wasting things on mid gen consoles then the next gen isn’t as “wow” worthy compared to holding out and seeing a massive difference from something released 8 years ago or something.
Honestly, I would dig a screen on a controller. I always liked the Dreamcast implementation of the VMUS, which could be simulated by something like this. The buttons lighting up could be cool for some accessibility-specific scenarios. Still, for general usage, I can't think of any potential uses that can't be achieved by ordinary buttons.
That said. If they are going to make a new controller, I would love them to invest in more repairability. Modular sticks, easier access to the battery, etc.
Of course it’s not. Sony believe in generations and having a new controller with added features is the way forward.
I didnt use ps1 contollers on the ps2, I didnt use ps2 controllers on ps3, I didnt use ps3 controllers on ps4, I didnt use the original Duke or s on the 360 and I didnt use the 360 controller on the one, add nauseum for sega, nintendo, atari......
All it ever was, was people clutching at straws to try and find something bad to say about sony.
Cant wait to get my hands on the dual sense and see what the devs are doing with it!
Minor outrage? you mean that 1 guy Bo from IGN who wrote the article and the other billion games disagreeing with him about the console actually comes with a duelsense controller?
edit: why is it in life we always want the top dog to fail?