According to insider statements, a new controller for the highly sought-after PS5 is expected to be introduced soon. It features additional buttons and new software features. We at MeinMMO summarize.
Where does the information come from? All information comes from the tryhardguides website. The responsible author, Tom Henderson, claims that an insider has provided him with information and images of the new PS5 controller. Tom Henderson has leaked many correct pieces of information in the past; however, as always with leaks, this information should be taken with caution.
What does the leak say? According to the insider, Sony has been working on a “truly professional controller” for the PlayStation 5 for some time, which he claims will also be officially introduced in the coming weeks.
The codename of the controller is “Hunt,” and it features not only new and additional buttons but also its own software features. However, the leaker does not go into detail on the new software but shared images with tryhardguides. The site may not publish these images, but can describe them.
Following this description, the pro controller brings the following innovations:
- Removable analog sticks, which is made possible by buttons underneath the sticks
- Trigger stops to stop the R-buttons early
- New rear buttons, known as Flappy Paddles, similar to those found in cars
- Removable grip for the controller to hold it better and more comfortably
- Significant software updates, which the leaker does not elaborate on
When will the controller be released? That is still unclear. The source refers only to a vague timeframe in the coming weeks. However, some other sources have already leaked a new Sony event for late June, where the controller might also be introduced.
Officially, none of the mentioned information has been confirmed by Sony.
“This is a huge relief for me”
How is the community reacting? On reddit, the leak is already being hotly debated. Pro controllers for the PS5 are not a new concept, but they haven’t been directly offered by Sony until now. Other manufacturers have provided their own versions of the gamepads, each with different features. Many fans have long been waiting for an official controller from Sony that simply does more.
A major concern for many is the price. If it’s set significantly higher than that of the 3rd party controllers, some will not purchase it. Additionally, some people are missing an attachment for the back button. Whether this will be included on the final controller can, of course, not be determined at this time.
In general, however, the discussion is taking place in a positive tone, and many users are excited about the new hardware for the PS5.
What are the fans saying? We would like to share some of the comments with you at this point. They come from a reddit thread on the topic:
- PHXNTM writes: “I’m so ready for this if Sony really makes a PS5 pro controller. I already love the Elite Series 2 for my Xbox. […] This could really be the best controller on the market.”
- Routine_love writes: “It’s about time, I’m definitely not buying a 3rd-party controller.”
- Minemosense writes: “DualSense is really the worst controller for fighting games, so this is a huge relief for me. It would also be nice if it were a little smaller.”
What do you think of the rumors? Do you think there’s something to it? Would you buy a pro controller for the PS5, or have you not been able to get a console yet? Feel free to let us know in the comments here on MeinMMO.
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