SUMMARY
- PlayStation 5's DualSense controllers are known for their haptic feedback.
- The next device in series was accidentally leaked by several shopping sites.
- DualSense V2 is rumored to have 12 hours of battery life for the same price.
Notably, the listing of the new Sony product details the features along with the price of the new controller.
PS5 DualSense V2 controller leaked
The listing of the new controller on Best Buy Canada was spotted by a ResetEra user ‘ezidro3’. The new unannounced controller is reportedly named “PlayStation 5 V2 DualSense Wireless Controller – White.” The ‘white’ in its name suggests that the controller could come in other colors too.
It was priced at $89.99 CAD. Although the new controller seems to come in the same dimensions as the existing model, there was one thing in particular that caught the eyes of the fans. The controller is described as having an “exceptional 12-hour battery life on a full charge,” which can support longer gaming sessions.
New #ps5 #dualsense controller (V2) is listed at best buy.
The selling point here is a 12 hour battery life for longer gaming sessions. Seems pricing remains the same as the original pad. Nothing announced officially yet. https://t.co/rMyG3ju3t5 pic.twitter.com/SHOLuUXK6M
— RedGamingTech (@RedGamingTech) January 11, 2024
Best Buy’s full description of PlayStation 5 V2 DualSense controller read, “Take the gaming action into your own hands when you play with the PlayStation 5 V2 DualSense wireless controller. With dynamic triggers, a built-in microphone and so much more, this gaming controller offers a truly immersive experience. The iconic comfortable design lets you play for hours and hours.”
The listing on the website also included a number of images of this new DualSense controller.
PS5 V2 DualSense product features and specifications
The Best Buy page also lists the detailed features as follows:
- Compatible with Sony PlayStation 5
- Wireless connectivity ensures that players never get tangled up in wires when playing
- Iconic PlayStation comfortable design that fits naturally in the hands
- Haptic feedback that replaces the traditional rumble motors for a more realistic gameplay
- Dynamic adaptive triggers that will let players experience different levels of force and tension as they interact with the game
- Built-in microphone that lets players engage with fellow gamers during online play sessions
- The headset jack lets players plug in their favorite headset, so they can tune in to the game’s audio easily
- Dual Sense charging station that offers easy click-in charging
- Exceptional 12-hour battery life, on a full charge, it can support long gaming sessions
Best Buy’s website has posted a picture & descption for a PS5 Dualsense V2 controller that boasts “exceptional” battery life at 12 hrs per charge.
While this is an improvement, kinda shows how bad the PS5 Dualsense battery is. Switch Pro controller lasts 40 hours per charge. pic.twitter.com/n9dgUv89px
— OJ – PlayerEssence (@PlayerEssence) January 11, 2024
The specifications of the PS5 V2 DualSense controller listed on Best Buy are as follows:
- Controller Type: Wireless
- Specialty Controller: Yes
- Rumble Vibration: Yes
- Headset Jack: Yes
- Colour: White
- Width: 6.6 cm
- Height: 16 cm
- Depth: 10.6 cm
- Width (Inches): 2.6 in
- Height (Inches): 6.3 in
- Depth (Inches): 4.17 in
- Weight: 280 g
The upcoming PS5 Controller looks promising and can change the whole gaming experience of the players. That being said it must be noted the details have been leaked and Sony is yet to announce such a controller.