PlayStation unveiled multiple new controllers and PS5 console covers during the latest State of Play presentation. Most notably, Fortnite is getting its own limited-edition DualSense on November 7. It has a blue color scheme and graffiti-style decals inspired by the game. PlayStation also unveiled its new Chroma Collection, which gives three DualSense colors and matching console covers a flashy chrome finish.
The Fortnite controller certainly stands out with a chaotic design that’s the complete opposite of the recently released Astro Bot controller (sold out). Nevertheless, it’s a limited-edition DualSense controller themed around Fortnite, so it will likely sell out fast when preorders go live October 3.
Aside from the Fortnite theming, the controller is otherwise the same as other standard DualSense controllers, complete with features like haptic feedback, dynamic triggers, touchpad, and gyro controls. PlayStation recently raised the price of DualSense controllers by five bucks, and the Fortnite controller reflects this change with an $85 list price. The Astro Bot controller only costs $80 (if you can find it), probably because preorders were already available when the increase went into effect. Going forward, limited-edition DualSense controllers will likely cost $85.
More Fortnite controllers
If you’re interested in the Fortnite DualSense controller but aren’t able to get one when preorders go live, there are new and upcoming third-party wireless gamepads with official Fortnite themes for Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Two of them also happen to have very busy designs.
Despite its bright yellow design, the Peely-themed wireless Switch controller by PowerA is the most understated of the bunch. It connects wirelessly via Bluetooth and has a pair of remappable back buttons. The Peely controller released earlier this year for $65 and comes with a code for the Prickly Axe skin.
Xbox and PC users can preorder PowerA’s pro-style Fortnite controller for $100 ahead of its October 1 release. This limited-edition controller, which is on the left side of the above image, has a range of customizable features, including Hall Effect sticks and triggers, four remappable back buttons, trigger locks, and custom profiles. It comes bundled with the Tooth Pickaxe skin. This controller has very similar features as the recently launched PowerA OPS V3 Pro for PC, which we found to be quite impressive for the price.
The more budget-friendly controller in the OPS line, the V1, has a Fortnite-themed edition for $55. A wireless controller for PC and mobile, the Fortnite Edition OPS V1 is equipped with Hall Effect sticks and triggers, four remappable back buttons, and three-way trigger locks. You can connect wirelessly via 2.4GHz or Bluetooth. It’s available now at Amazon and comes with the Assault Bomber glider skin.
Chroma Collection DualSense Controllers and PS5 Console Covers
PlayStation’s new Chroma Collection goes up for preorder October 3 at 7 AM PT / 10 AM ET. The trio of PS5 controllers and console covers come in three iridescent color options: Chroma Pearl, Chroma Indigo, and Chroma Teal.
Chroma controllers retail for the new $80 price. Console covers for the PS5 Slim cost $65 each, five bucks more than than existing color options. Chroma Pearl and Indigo accessories release November 7, but Chroma Teal won’t be available until January 23, 2025.
November will be a busy month for PlayStation gear, as the PS5 Pro is also slated for a November 7 launch. Preorders for the PS5 Pro go live September 26 on PlayStation Direct and October 10 at major retailers. Two weeks after the PS5 Pro’s launch, PlayStation’s 30th Anniversary Collection will bring limited-edition consoles and controllers. All of the gear will likely sell out fast when the collection launches November 21.
If you’re looking for PS5 controller recommendations beyond the DualSense controller, check out our list of the best PS5 controllers, including the modular Victrix Pro BFG, which now has a Tekken edition and will soon be available with a new Call of Duty-themed design. The Call of Duty Field Op edition can be preordered at Amazon ahead of its October 25 launch, the same day as Black Ops 6.