New rumors about the PS5 Pro now raise hope that Sony will finally address a weakness: with the DualSense V3. This is supposed to offer exactly what fans have been wishing for forever. However, as great as the excitement is for many, the mockery is just as loud.
What problem has the DualSense controller faced since its release? Since the release of the PlayStation 5, the DualSense controller has been considered a highlight (via Computerbild). Adaptive triggers and haptic feedback make it popular, but one detail has caused frustration from the beginning: the non-removable battery. While Xbox players have always been able to change batteries or battery packs, PS5 owners can only purchase a new controller once the battery performance declines.
What do insiders say? On one hand, the PS5 Pro is said to be 3% more efficient, but most importantly, the allegedly upcoming DualSense V3 is expected to have a removable battery.
The information comes from the Polish site PPE and well-known insider billbil-kun (via X.com), both of whom have published reliable leaks multiple times, such as that the MS Flight Simulator 2024 would still be released for the PlayStation 5 this year. However, everything regarding the new controller is not officially confirmed yet.
DualSense V3 brings joy and mockery at the same time
How does the community react to the rumors? Reactions are mixed. Many celebrate the possible removable battery in the DualSense as a long overdue improvement.
The comment from user Maniac TV (via disqus) shows how important this topic is to some players: “Finally no controller waste just because of a weak battery.” User Ornery-Tonight1694 writes on Reddit as well: A removable battery seems pretty cool
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Also, the-glimmer-man (via Reddit) writes: A removable battery is great, but it’s not that hard to replace the battery in the DualSense V2
. However, it is also often pointed out that Xbox resolved this issue years ago.
But there is also criticism: User TheHarbinger1911 (via disqus) complains, for example, that a removable battery does not solve the fundamental problem of the DualSense.
He speaks of a weak battery with a short lifespan, error-prone analog sticks, and design flaws during charging. Therefore, the controller remains technically deficient for him despite a possible upgrade. He further states that Sony is exploiting fans who are satisfied with minimal improvements.
Another user, Heinkin23, also writes via disqus, that Sony should better stick to Microsoft’s Xbox. Because Microsoft did not change its controller during the generational shift of the Xbox (from One to Series X/S) but kept design and features.
Another point of criticism: It is still unclear whether the controller can be purchased independently or if Sony will only offer it bundled with the console upgrade.
When could the console and controller be released? There is still no official date, precisely because these are unconfirmed rumors. However, many speculate about an announcement towards the end of 2025 in the comments on the leaks. Some also speculate about a release during that period – fitting for the Christmas season. While fans are discussing the DualSense V3, HORI’s new all-button controller is causing a stir. We took a closer look: With a new controller for the PS5, I look like the biggest loser, but that’s exactly what it’s for
