This is a big week for PlayStation gamers. Not only is Sony offering some incredible deals on consoles, accessories and games at its massive Black Friday sale, but the company is also celebrating the PlayStation's 30th anniversary. To mark the occasion, it's released a new limited-edition 30th Anniversary DualSense controller featuring a unique color scheme inspired by the original console.
While the controller was originally released on Nov. 21, it very quickly sold out. It's still out of stock at the moment, but will be available through Best Buy Drops sometime on Dec. 2. To increase your odds of snagging this hotly sought after controller, make sure to turn on notifications and select "notify me" within the app. Over on Amazon the 30th Anniversary DualSense Controller is flickering in and out of stock.
However, if you're looking for the PlayStation Portal, a new inventory restock of the PlayStation Portal 30th Anniversary Edition handheld streaming device is currently live right now.
The 30th Anniversary DualSense controller features a throwback design that mimics the controllers of the original PlayStation that hit shelves all the way back in 1994. It's also relatively versatile, and is compatible with the PlayStation 5 console, PC, Mac and mobile devices. The cable isn't included, though, so be sure to use the USB cable supplied with the PS5 console to connect or charge the controller.
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If you're looking for more customization options and stronger battery life, you can snag the 30th-anniversary edition of the DualSense Edge controller for $220. It will also be available for purchase along with the standard DualSense controller restock, so you can pick your preference when they drop.Â
It's also important to note that there is a one-controller-per-order policy in effect, and we don't expect that to change when the new restock arrives. And if you're looking to grab even more PlayStation gaming gear, you'll find tons of discounts on consoles, accessories and games in our full roundup of all the best Black Friday PS5 deals available. We've also gathered plenty of great gifts for gamers if you're looking to level up with your player two.
How does the 30th Anniversary controller compare to the standard DualSense?
The limited-edition 30th Anniversary controller doesn't have any special features or upgraded hardware, so internally it's no different from the standard DualSense that you get with your console. It does, however, feature a unique legacy PlayStation gray color scheme with colored buttons.
Will there be more production runs after this restock?
Sony is keeping its cards pretty close to the vest in regards to any future restocks, but at the moment there has been no official announcement. And considering all of its 30th Anniversary consoles and accessories are being marketed as limited edition, it's more likely than not that the next restock will be the last. If you're serious about getting your hands on one of these controllers, you'll want to keep a close eye on Sony's online store in the coming days.
