DualSense & DualShock Overlay Size Comparison

So many things have me curious about this controller and many have been answered on the PlayStation Blog article. However, the one thing they left out was the size, how big is it?

[lalalala]

Good size comparison, not much bigger than DS4 it seems

[Jin_Sakai]

Looks to be just the right size. Can’t wait to hold it myself.

[jib]

that's what she said

[kayoss]

@Jib
You seriously need God or just need to get laid.

[Ratchet75]

https://youtu.be/KXlkmPXDvq...

[xHeavYx]

@kayoss
Typical 49ers fan.

[Atticus_finch]

@Kayoss Nobody needs God. 😃

[NecrumOddBoy]

@kayoss

"Toby, why are you the way you are?"

[Unspoken]

More Xbox controller shaped. Interesting.

[Da12RespectA]

😂😂😂
28514;😂

[GaboonViper]

I LOL at that, but agree looks awesome, would like a red and gold myself.

[VariantAEC]

@Unspoken
Actually the silhouette of the handles (and only the handles) reminds me of the original PS3 controller design. Remember the boomerang?
Yes just the handles but still they are more gently and deliberately curved to fit your hand than even the DS4 controller.
Meanwhile the XO and XO Elite controllers curve at the shoulders and then keep a very flat line through to the bottom of the hand-grip. This seems to be the case with Series X' controller as well.

This obvious difference very clearly differentiates the silhouette of the two brands controllers.

[UnSelf]

Everyday, we're getting closer and closer to the PS9 ball

[rainslacker]

Will be sad to move on from the PS4 rhombus. I am curious which PS will be a decahedron. :)

[NeoGamer232]

I like how smooth the design is. Less blocky, more smooth!

[ClayRules2012]

Yeah, it’s really smooth looking. Gosh, I can’t wait to hold the controller in my hands lol & just experience a PS5 exclusive.

[Jin_Sakai]

I assume the white and black color scheme might be to match the PS5.

All black DualSense.

https://ibb.co/F3XkQ61

[Outside_ofthe_Box]

Yeah blackout looks really nice

Hope Sony comes out with a version like this with colors on the buttons and logo included

[-Foxtrot]

So basically it just looks like an evolved DS controller

I swear the people saying it looks like an Xbox controller just want it to be true so they can down play it

[darthv72]

Only the grip style looks like xb. Obviously the stick / button layout remains DS. And its not downplaying if it actually is a positive that it brings the best of both into one.

[Software_Lover]

Stop f’n crying. No one is going to downplay anything. The design is looking more and more like the Xbox Controller in shape and size (it is getting bigger).

No one said it as a negative (except a few trolls).

[-Foxtrot]

@Software_Lover

Wow...great opening line

Well done...

...

*slow clap*

[frostypants]

Yeah, the look is the look...typical modern game controller. It's the guts of this thing that are innovative. We haven't seen this sort of mechanical feedback capability outside of the racing wheel market.

[OB1Biker]

They need drawing comparisons, like kids, with bright colours for the only things that are similar like... I cant find any haha

[Jin_Sakai]

He’s a DualSense PlayStation 1 color scheme.

https://ibb.co/wcbfJnN

[The_Sage]

I really like that.

[Jin_Sakai]

Agreed. I really like the official color scheme. The two tone color scheme and design of the DualSense will make for some great colors down the road.

[TheScotsman]

And yet the never showed us the back? Extra buttons me thinks :)

[GTgamer]

Yeah they strategically hid the back in the pics hmmmmmmmmm something is up

[Spurg]

I see an apron

[Silly gameAr]

That joke wasn't funny the first time you said it.

With people saying it looks like an xbox controller, I guess the xbox controller looks like an apron?

[lalalala]

Preach!

[CaptainHenry916]

I'm hoping they have more color options

[waverider]

They are just scared. the gamepad is cool and doesnt need silly batteries from 1980 walkman´s.

[AspiringProGenji]

Outside of N4G? I just checked IGN, PS on instagram, Gamespot, and other and I barely see anyone saying it looks like an xbox controller. Unless you are referring Twitter as “everyone” lol.

[darthv72]

@wave, do you have a problem with options? user replaceable is always going to be better than no choice at all.

[Software_Lover]

...... Im pretty sure the apron remark has to do with the color scheme.

[GTgamer]

@darthv72
I have a problem when options cost me more money if I spend $60 on controller why should I be forced to buy either batteries(which don't last) / play and charge kit(which don't last) / or third-party rechargeable batteries(which don't last) , That's dumb I don't care how you slice it. if the Daulsense 5 has great battery life then it's golden in my book(and if the internal battery miraculously dies just replace the internal battery which I've never had to do) . You guys let Microsoft create a problem just to sell you the solution 🙄

[VariantAEC]

@AspiringProGenji
I just watched IGN's hour long convo about this controller and their staff are claiming this (which explains their lack of credibility).

[xX-oldboy-Xx]

Spurg - You see tits from analog sticks? You've gotta get mate I'm starting to worry.

OT - I see the best controller design for a console. From the colour scheme to the features packed in. Next up the PS5, and going off the controller it's going to be gorgeous.

[waverider]

but they cant handle it.

[darthv72]

I see overalls, now that you point it out. Once you see it, you cant unsee it.

[Atticus_finch]

I see the future best selling controller.

[crazyCoconuts]

Ok, I can see a French maid now if I blur my eyes

[darthv72]

I like that the DS5 has a grip style akin to the xbox one. This one is going to be really comfortable in my hands.

for fun... they should do an overlay with an xbox one controller.

[eddieistheillest]

Not trying to be mean but it’s dualsense and not DualShock 5

[darthv72]

The DS in DS5 means dualsense. I can still call it that, as will others (most likely). It isnt like we are all of a sudden calling this the DualSense 1 (if there are to be others in this line)

[boing1]

I wiłl call it Dualshock. Dualsense is for girls.

[Outside_ofthe_Box]

"The DS in DS5 means dualsense"

The DualSense5?

[danny818]

yea its an xbox controller. Funny they didnt show a black controller i think the feedback would have been different and they knew it

[RazzerRedux]

"for fun... they should do an overlay with an xbox one controller. "

They are similar in ways that these controllers have always been similar but there are distinct differences as well.

The DS controller curves inward more down the side of the grip while the Xbox controller juts out more. The face of the two are different as they have always been.

Overall, I'm not seeing the similarities to Xbox controller that some are claiming. Really, it has a distinctive look all its own. I like it.

http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecd...
https://live.staticflickr.c...

[Elda]

Looking at both pics you put up side by side,I still don't see it. To me both controllers look different.

[Outside_ofthe_Box]

Yeah I'm not seeing it

[darthv72]

As someone who has quite the extensive collection of DS/XB controllers... I can see it. Especially in the way the grips taper at the bottom where as previous DS controllers were very rounded (and older ones were kind of stubby). The DS4 had longer grips, but still rounded and now the DS5 has ones that come to more of an xbo style. And they got rid of the curvature where the sticks are and made it more straight (like the xbo). The button and stick layout is pretty much unchanged, and that is what makes a DS a DS but Im glad they went with more cleaner lines with the rest of the grip (again, like the xbo).

As a side note... I think the PS logo shaped home button is a very nice touch.

[Software_Lover]

You guys dont see it because you dont want to. Look at the outer shell shape. The curve at top and the handles. The Playstation controller is also getting bigger.

Not a bad thing so I don’t see why people are complaining.

[RazzerRedux]

@Elda and @Outside_ofthe_Box

I agree. They don't look the same.

@darthv2

"As someone who has quite the extensive collection of DS/XB controllers"

And? You have an "extension" collection of the same things with different colors.

@Software_Lover

"Look at the outer shell shape. The curve at top and the handles."

Yeah....they don't look the same as an Xbox controller. Xbox is much wider at the bottom and more narrow at the top. The buttons on DS look further apart. Xbox has that big lip under the D-Pad and right analog that DS doesn't have.

I'll agree with darthv2 that the DS grips are not as rounded as DS5 and are longer. That is still a long stretch from being similar to Xbox controller.

My eyes didn't just make all that up. I look at DS and I don't see Xbox.

"Not a bad thing so I don’t see why people are complaining."

lol.....who is complaining again?

[Outside_ofthe_Box]

"You guys dont see it because you dont want to"

Or maybe you see it because you want too sooo damn bad? Outside of what Darth pointed out about the grips toward the bottom, I don't think that's enough to warrant the "it looks like an Xbox controller" remarks.

And how is one saying that they don't see the resemblance complaining?

[darthv72]

"And? You have an "extension" collection of the same things with different colors."... I do. I collect controllers which means I collect the color variants and themed ones.

Maybe this side by side will help understand what is being described... https://imgur.com/a/e2D89ds

[RazzerRedux]

That side by side shows two distinctly different controllers in so many different ways.

Why is this controversial? They are very different controllers. You want to pretend they are similar? Why?

If you present those two images to ANY non-gamer and they will say they look completely different. Period.

[Atticus_finch]

Side by side makes the differences stand out alot. Ds5 is beautiful.

[darthv72]

Razer, I think I know why you are not seeing it. Your eyes are naturally drawn to the layout of the controller. Placement of the d-pad, sticks and buttons. That is very likely why you don't see the same thing others are seeing. When i see a controller, I gravitate to the shape as it is the shape that fits in the hands. Once you have form down, the next step is functionality (buttons and such). Im only speaking of the shape of the controller is now more similar than they were different.

By no means is this conclusive proof of what I'm referring to but on twitter and redit and all kinds of fb groups people are expressing the same sentiment about the shape of the controller is now closer to xbox one. Again... the shape, not the layout. If I wanted a DS4 with the xbox layout I can get a 3rd party one (and i have one) just as I believe there will be 3rd party DS5's with the xbox stick layout as well.

And personally i like this look, like i said above... this is automatically more comfortable (to me) because I like the feel of the xbox controller more so than playstation controller because of the shape. Functionality wise they both have their pros and cons (like the bumpers on xbo feel cheap and stick placement on ps isnt natural anymore since offset came out). I dont think anyone is trying to insult this controller when it incorporates elements of various designs into one. I see it as the best of both worlds.

[RazzerRedux]

" Your eyes are naturally drawn to the layout of the controller."

Nope.

It has a different shape.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media...

"but on twitter and redit and all kinds of fb groups people are expressing the same sentiment about the shape of the controller is now closer to xbox one."

lol.....and plenty of people are expressing the opposite sentiment. The image above shows the simple truth. I can't help people who look at that image and say the shape is the same. It factually is not.

[VariantAEC]

@darth72
I too have all manner of PS controllers PSPs and even Move controllers. I also own an Xbox 360 and Nvidia Shield TV controller.

Just looking at images of the silhouettes of the XSX and DualSense controllers there is no similarities that can't be explained by evolutions of previous hardware and neither controller looks to copy ergonomics from the other.

Unfortunately the XSX did copy the share button and DualSense renamed the Share Button to "Create".

So while PlayStation didn't copy Xbox in any way it is clear that Xbox did copy DS4's share button.

[frostypants]

Thankfully unlike the Xbox controller, the sticks are placed correctly.

[SpeedDemon]

Thats not until the PS6 comes out they will have Xbox's stick layout

[eddieistheillest]

Its DualSense bro. Not DualShock 5 no matter what you want it to be.

[Abnor_Mal]

Hopefully it continues to feel like a Dualshock4 and not completely different and alien.

[darthv72]

with the same stick layout as others in the DS line... it should feel the same.

[sprinterboy]

I like the look of it but the 2 tone colour scheme not too keen ( b&w) different colours would be better though

[Veneno]

I have to agree a solid white or other color would have been the best choice. But this is very nice and very distinct.

[danny818]

With the similar shape of the xbox controller and showing an all black dualsense controller i think the feedback would have been that they copied Xbox on controller shape

[Atticus_finch]

The choice of colors will be there as always.

[StormSnooper]

I will want one original (b&w), probably comes with it, and then a different scheme for sure. So I’m with you. Still need a og though cuz I’m weird like that.

[TommyVercetti88]

I like that Sony is implenting that futuristic look from the PS VR into their controller, and i think the console will have the same futuristic smooth style as the Dualsense and PS VR.

[Elda]

I like the sporty futuristic look of the white controller but I rather have a basic black controller instead,hopefully Sony will have them.

[StormSnooper]

They will, surely.

[Majin-vegeta]

Is it me or does this remind anyone else of the PS3 Boomerang conteoller?Just smaller&THICCCEr?

[darthv72]

no, just you. This is nothing like that one.

[StormSnooper]

I get that a bit yeah. It’s the curved bumpers.

[VariantAEC]

And the more pronounced curve in the grips. When I saw this I had the same thought as Majin-vegeta "It looks familiar..." Only the DuelSense's handles remind me of the PS3 boomerang that never came to be.

[IRetrouk]

In my mind this almost confirms a v like shape in the final console similar to the dev units, no other reason for a two tone in my opinion, the shape of it too.......

[XxExacutionerxX]

Ugly controller (I hate it) please change the design back to the DS4
Geez, I can't wait to see the console
I thought the Xbox Series X controller is bad

[MasterCornholio]

I like the size.

:)

[Software_Lover]

........ there is a joke in there somewhere.

[mark3214uk]

looks amazing

[FlameWater]

Finally the boormerang controller we all wanted

[kryteris]

looks like an xbox controller.

[danny818]

Right?! lol idk why you are getting downvoted its the truth. We know why they didn't want to show an all black controller

[terstomp]

Longer handles, at last.
But I was expecting longer trigger and rear pads.

[DragonWarrior19]

I feel so much better about this. I liked the design and especially the two color combo but it looked really bulky and uncomfortable, like a cheap 3rd party controller or the Switch Pro Controller. This comparison definitely made that worry go away. Can't wait, really hope the box has the game white/black sleek design.

[NealGamby]

That’s not a button on the front of the controller. I believe it’s a light/led.

[bloodymeatballz]

Can I get a hell yeah for those longer grip pinky slips

[Evan_Beezy]

Still looks too wide

[Jakethesnake492]

People do realize this is not much wider then the DS4 right? The white and black throw you off

[StormSnooper]

I’m so glad for the redesign. New generation, new pad.

[ApexWolf22]

Shape looks like an XB controller

[Platinum_k]

It's definitely more ergonomic (fits hands better). I LOVE IT!

[danny818]

Have you ever held an xbox controller? lol

[Realms]

This might not be a popular opinion but I want the all jet black version. If this is the standard version might Sony be giving us a clue as to the color of the PS5?

[MrVux000]

I see i'm not the only one that got fat during this isolation...

[NukeDaHippies]

Did people talk this much about the series X control? Or has that not been shown yet?

[SpaceRanger]

It’s already been shown. Practically identical to current Xbox One controllers, no new features except now it has a “share” button.

[VariantAEC]

It's been shown the most notable thing about it is that it's d-pad looks atrocious.
That also might be why some Xbox fans are in here trying to find fault with DualSense.

[NukeDaHippies]

Xbox D-pad has always looked pretty bad. I sure hope none if them X-box guys like fighting games in pad...

[ThaBx]

Ya must be dumb or blind fan boys but the controller looks like an xbone 🎮

[dumahim]

I like that the share and option buttons are a little closer to where they're more easily reached.

[Sweetbrandigirl]

Geeus This controller is F***king UGLY ! MY GOD it looks like and Xbot controller ! I sure hope there are aftermarket controller that are available asap.

[chiefJohn117]

Gtfoh it's a great looking controller. It does look like DS4 and Xbox one controller did a fusion but that's a good thing. Has a bit of both in it's design with a lil bit of new how can anyone hate that?

[danny818]

How is it a Fusion of both controllers dude?! this is the exact same shap of an xbox controller. You do know why they didnt show a black one right? The black and White are decieving.

[chiefJohn117]

Yes I know the shape is like it but I mean the button and touchpad and sticks are still PS. So it's still like a fusion. I've always preferred Xbox controllers (not the OG tho) so Sony going with this shape and design is a good thing. I see nothing wrong when the comp does something better and you decide to do something similar to improve what you had before. Why leave something bad just cause you don't wanna be a copy cat?

[VariantAEC]

Well this pretty well kills that BS the media is saying about Dual Sense looking like a certain other console controller.

[Kumakai]

i really like the design... but they should do an overlay of the series x controller cuz that shape looks pretty familiar.
thats not a bad thing btw, i actually prefer the shape of the xbox controller.

[RazzerRedux]

Overlay with Xbox controller
https://pbs.twimg.com/media...

Vs DS4
http://www.playstationing.c...

The new controller is closer in shape to the DS4 than the Xbox controller.

[danny818]

No man the similarities of an xbox controller are obvious. Funny they didnt show an all black dual sense controller

[RazzerRedux]

"No man the similarities of an xbox controller are obvious."

Only slight similarity is the longer, more pointed grip. The rest is already proven to be a different shape that is more like DS4. You are choosing to be wrong for some reason, but you do you.

"Funny they didnt show an all black dual sense controller"

I'm surprised some haven't already claimed the dualsense is all black considering how bad vision has apparently become all of the sudden.

[XxExacutionerxX]

Did sony partner up with MadCatz to make this controller?