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See our ethics statement.Photo by Vjeran Pavic / The VergeCameron FaulknerCloseCameron FaulknerPosts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed.FollowFollowSee All by Cameron Faulkner is an editor covering deals and gaming hardware. He joined in 2018, and after a two-year stint at Polygon, he rejoined The Verge in May 2025.Sony has a tradition of marking down its PlayStation 5 hardware a couple of times a year, and one of those opportunities to save is here through June 10th. Its latest Days of Play sale is happening at multiple retailers, including Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, Walmart, and at Sony’s site as well. It loops in almost everything that Sony’s PlayStation division has released — games, headphones, DualSense controllers, PSVR 2 headsets — everything except the consoles themselves.This post is focusing on DualSense controllers, which have dropped to familiar (but welcome) prices. You can get the standard model for $54.99 (originally $74.99) in several single-tone colors. This price is available through Sony, Best Buy, Amazon, Walmart, GameStop, and Target. Some models cost more, including themed controllers based on a game, but are still each $20 off their normal prices.RelatedWin cool gadgets we can’t keep because The Verge has ethicsSaros reminded me how great the DualSense can beSony DualSense Wireless Controller$54$7528% off$54$54 at Amazon$54 at Walmart$55 at Best BuyThe standard model is fantastic for PC players, not just for those who own a PlayStation 5. Its immersive haptics and resistance triggers feel great to use with games that support the features. Otherwise, it’s a very comfortable gamepad to use on any platform that supports Bluetooth.All of the accessories bundled with the DualSense Edge. It includes a cable, a hard case, four back paddles, four replaceable analog stick heads, and a cable locking mechanism. Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The VergeAs you may already know, Sony also makes the DualSense Edge, a high-end alternative that has replaceable thumbstick modules, customizable back paddles, and a function key that grants you the ability to swap control schemes on-the-fly. The $199 model is now down to $169 in white or black, the same price that Sony offers for refurbished units. You can find this deal at PlayStation’s site, as well as at Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, GameStop, and Target.Read our review of the DualSense Edge.Sony DualSense Edge$169$20016% off$169Sony’s pro-style controller, the DualSense Edge, might suffer from shorter battery life than the standard DualSense model, but it features great software integration with the PlayStation 5 and plenty of customizable components.Read More$169 at Amazon$169 at Walmart$170 at Best BuyVerge ShoppingSign up to get the best deals on products we’ve found and tested sent to your inbox.Email (required)Sign UpBy submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Notice. 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Sony is currently offering significant discounts on its PlayStation hardware, specifically focusing on the DualSense controllers, headphones, and PSVR 2 headsets as part of its Days of Play sale, which runs through June 10th at various retailers including Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, Walmart, and Sony's own site. The focus of this promotion is on the controllers, which have seen substantial price reductions that make them more affordable compared to refurbished units. The standard model of the DualSense Wireless Controller is available for $54.99, a reduction from the original price of $74.99, offered in several single-tone color options. This standard model is highlighted as being particularly beneficial for PC players due to its immersive haptics and resistance triggers, while also serving as a comfortable gamepad compatible with any platform supporting Bluetooth connectivity.

In addition to the standard controller, Sony offers a more advanced option known as the DualSense Edge. This premium controller, which originally priced at $199, is currently listed for $169, representing a sixteen percent discount. The DualSense Edge introduces enhanced customization features, including replaceable thumbstick modules, customizable back paddles, and a function key that allows users to instantly switch control schemes. Although the DualSense Edge may have a slightly shorter battery life compared to the standard model, it provides extensive software integration with the PlayStation 5 and numerous customizable components. These deals extend to the DualSense Edge across the same list of major retailers.