Key takeaways
- Gamers are frustrated that the 30th Anniversary Edition DualSense Edge joysticks are gray instead of black.
- Concerns were raised about possible faulty joysticks due to the lack of replacement modules available.
PlayStation gamers have taken to social media to express frustration with the color of the joysticks on the 30th Anniversary Edition of the DualSense Edge. The anniversary lineup of products made waves earlier in 2024 when players had a notoriously difficult time acquiring most of the products. Many long-time PlayStation fans were disappointed by how few of the devices were available for purchase on PlayStation Direct.
The DualSense Edge is a premium controller designed for use with the PlayStation 5 and made its debut on January 26, 2023. While the device was initially only available through PlayStation Direct, Sony eventually opened up sales of the DualSense Edge to more major retailers. The hardware usually comes with a hard shell, a charging cable, multiple back buttons, and replaceable thumb tip caps. Players can customize button inputs and create multiple profiles for the controller. Players can even adjust the sensitivity of the device's trigger buttons.
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Reddit user Sorry_Sorry_Im_Sorry posted pictures of the 30th anniversary edition DualSense Edge to let other gamers know that the stick modules are gray instead of the usual black. This could become a problem for players who may experience stick drift with their controller in the future. While the DualSense Edge is designed to allow users to swap out stick modules instead of replacing the entire device, Sony currently only offers black stick modules. Given the price of the hardware (the limited edition DualSense Edge sold for $220), fans are concerned that they could end up with mismatched joysticks after paying a premium for the controller.
Replacing Dualsense Edge modules is not as easy as it seems
Gamers were also quick to note existing issues with the range of joystick modules for the DualSense Edge. It seems that PlayStation Direct is often out of stock, meaning that even getting your hands on a standard black module can prove to be a bit of a challenge. This isn't the first time the premium controller has come under fire, as some gamers have complained about the limited battery life of the DualSense Edge.
While some fans were disappointed by the color difference on the 30th Anniversary Edition DualSense Edge, many also noted that the gray stick modules look great. If Sony were to stock replacement modules specifically designed to match the anniversary edition of the device, it seems many fans would be much happier. While the controller has had its ups and downs in the past, many users have found the DualSense Edge to be a game changer, especially when playing competitive titles. This is the first time Sony has offered a special edition of the premium controller, so it's hard to say how it will respond to gamers' concerns.
PlayStation 5
Sony's PlayStation 5 is part of the ninth console generation and debuted with a launch lineup that included Demon's Souls and Astro's Playroom. The console comes with a Blu-ray disc, although a digital-only edition is available for a cheaper price.
