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Sony’s latest patent suggests the PS5’s DualSense controller could function as a payment device, enabling users to pay via proximity to a linked smartphone with the transaction then reflected on the console—though patents are not guarantees of feature releases and Sony could alter or drop the idea.
Sony patents a system where DualSense controllers can act as payment relays, letting a nearby phone wirelessly provide credit-card details to the PS console for digital purchases, using NFC, Bluetooth, or physical contact, as the company moves toward an all-digital future from 2028.
Pre-orders for the GTA 6-themed PS5 DualSense controller went live, but Sony’s PlayStation Direct site buckled under demand, leaving many in queues or unable to check out; some orders were snagged at Best Buy while others sold out quickly at Walmart/GameStop, and eBay is already flooded with inflated listings up to about $195 for the $85 controller featuring Vice City aesthetics.
GTA 6 is getting a limited-edition Vice City-inspired DualSense controller with US pre-orders live across Best Buy, Walmart, GameStop and PlayStation Direct, while UK listings surface at Amazon, PS Direct, EE and others. The Black variant is PS Direct exclusive and the White version is widely available (price around $84 in the US; £74 in the UK). Stock is fluctuating—some retailers sold out quickly while restocks and additional listings (Amazon, Target, EE, etc.) are likely—so buyers should monitor multiple retailers and queue strategies for a chance at grabbing the limited-edition pads.
Sony announced two GTA 6-themed PS5 DualSense controllers priced at $84.99 each. US pre-orders start Sept 10 at 10 a.m. ET, with the controllers shipping and launching Nov 19 alongside the game. They feature a Vice City vaporwave aesthetic, are standard DualSense units with no Edge features, and will be produced in limited quantities; the price sits above the standard $74 DualSense, aligning with other game-specific editions.
Two GTA 6–themed Limited Edition DualSense PS5 controllers (black and white with palm tree motifs, color-shifting finish, and GTA VI numerals on the touchpad) were revealed during Sony's State of Play. Priced at $84.99, they go on sale via PlayStation Direct on September 10 at 10am local time, with stock likely limited; the announcement follows a Netflix gameplay reveal that drew massive viewership.
Sony unveiled limited-edition GTA 6-themed DualSense controllers (black or white) with a gray 'VI' on the touchpad, hot-pink accents, iridescent blue sections, and palm-frond embossing; pre-orders open Sept 10 at 10 AM ET for $85, and both colors ship on November 19 alongside GTA 6.
Insomniac's Marvel's Wolverine leans into brutal, melee-focused combat and a Sinister-led setup, but the game largely reuses the studio's Spider-Man/Arkham-inspired systems; its violence is graphic and the DualSense haptics are impressive, yet the action often feels weightless and the narrative risks not redefining Wolverine or impacting future films. Release on PS5 is set for 15 September.
Sony revealed a Marvel’s Wolverine limited-edition PS5 lineup, including the Battle Yellow Digital Edition bundle with claw-mark artwork and a matching DualSense controller, plus standalone PS5 and PS5 Pro console covers and a second Adamantium edition; pre-orders begin August 19 (10:00 local) for a September 15 launch, with bundle priced at $649.99 and accessories generally in the $74.99–$84.99 range.
Sony reveals Marvel's Wolverine Battle Yellow Limited Edition PS5 bundle ahead of the game's September 15, 2026 launch, offering a yellow PS5 Digital Edition with a matching DualSense and game download code, plus $75 console shells for the base PS5 and PS5 Pro (with an alternate silver variant for the Pro). The $85 DualSense is also available separately. Designed by artist Jock to evoke Wolverine’s Battle Reborn look, the edition is available via PlayStation Direct and select retailers.
Sony has published a patent for a future PlayStation controller whose buttons can harden or soften in response to gameplay, using a magneto-viscoelastic elastomer and magnets to adjust resistance and feel—potentially expanding tactile feedback beyond the current DualSense.
DSX PC App Beta adds Bluetooth audio and haptic feedback for Sony DualSense/Edge/DS4 controllers connected wirelessly, via the DSX+ upgrade (£9.13) or as a DLC; it's a software alternative to the Pico 2W dongle and requires opting into the Steam beta. The update also includes UI redesigns, 28‑day Steam‑less run, card-based profiles, improved button remapping, and new skins; early testing shows solid DualSense support, though some users may still prefer the Pico adapter for zero-background operation.
A DSX v3.2 beta finally enables the PS5 DualSense’s full functionality over Bluetooth on PC, including advanced haptic feedback and native audio, removing the USB-only limitation—though the feature remains in beta and may need tweaks.
Capcom released a free update for Resident Evil Requiem that adds the new minigame mode “Leon Must Die Forever,” unlocked after finishing the main story. Players guide Leon through revisited areas with stronger enemies across five difficulty ranks, a clock-based race, and an enhancer gauge to unlock exclusive abilities, plus bug fixes, PC DualSense support, and new merch/amiibo announcements; available on PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC (Steam/Epic).
Housemarque’s Saros treats the PS5’s DualSense haptics as a central mechanic, using tactile cues for ammo, weapon firing, grappling, and environmental moments to deepen immersion and potentially revive interest in the controller’s untapped potential.