Sony PS5 Access Controller: Sony confirms launch of Access Controller for PS5 in global markets on December 6 – Times of India

Sony has announced that the Access Controller for PS5 will be globally launched on December 6, 2023. The pre-orders for the device are scheduled to begin from July 21 for the US, UK, France, Germany, Belgium, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Italy, Spain, Austria and Portugal markets. The controller is designed for gamers and features a number of customisable options, including swappable button caps, adjustable sticks, and a built-in headset jack.
The Access Controller was first announced at CES 2023 under the codename “Project Leonardo“. It was designed in collaboration with a number of organisations, including the AbleGamers Charity and the SpecialEffect charity. It provides gamers with disabilities with a controller that is tailored to their needs. This will make it easier for them to play games and enjoy the same experiences as other gamers.
Sony Access controller: Price and availability
The controller is priced at $89.99 USD and will be available for purchase from the PlayStation Store and select retailers.
Access Controller: Features
Access Controller comes with a variety of swappable button caps, which can be used to make the buttons larger or smaller, or to change their shape. Sony Access controller button capsOpens in a new window. The sticks on the controller can be adjusted in height and tension. Users will also be able to pair up to two Access controllers and one DualSense wireless controller together and use them collaboratively.
This can be helpful for gamers who have difficulty reaching the sticks or who need more resistance. The controller has a built-in headset jack, which makes it easy to chat with friends while gaming. The controller comes with a customisable UI, which allows gamers to change the button mapping and other settings.
“For the past five years, we’ve been on a journey with accessibility organisations and experts to create a versatile controller kit that enables gamers with disabilities to play more comfortably and for longer periods, empowering more players to share in the joy of gaming,” Sony said in a blog post.