This Thursday, January 12, 2023, Sony has just released the latest firmware version of the PS5. This version 6.50.00 of the console software includes a significant new feature. Indeed, the DualSense Edge controller is now supported.
While we have just learned that full Discord integration on PS5 will become a reality in March 2023 with the console’s firmware 7.00, Sony has only just rolled out the latest version of the console’s software this Thursday, January 12, 2023.
From the height of its gigabyte, PS5 firmware version 6.50 is already available for download. Be careful though, you will still need to agree to the updated terms of service after installing the update. Other than that, what’s new with this firmware version?
Of course, we find the usual “general system performance improvements”. Here again, Sony does not go into detail, and we will therefore have to take the manufacturer’s word for these “improvements”. But what interests us today is this second line in the patch note of the update.
The PS5 is preparing to welcome the DualSense Edge with its latest software update
Indeed, we can read there that version 6.50 of the firmware integrates full DualSense Edge support. For the uninitiated, this “high performance” controller was presented by Sony in August 2022 and was designed to directly compete with Microsoft’s Xbox Elite.
Because of this, personalization is obviously at the center of the experience. Thereby, players will be able to change the sticks and will be able to modify the controls to assign a specific sensitivity to the triggers and joysticks. Buttons on the back will also be present (fully customizable here again). In addition, it will be possible to configure different profiles and switch between them via a button. At last, gamers will be able to adjust the vibration intensity of the haptic feedback to their liking.
As a reminder, the DualSense Edge will be available from January 26, 2023 and high-end controller requires, the bill will be rather substantial. Indeed, the device will cost the trifle of 240 euros! A rather high price, especially if we compare it to the Xbox Elite Series controller and its € 179.99. But when you love, you don’t count, do you?
Source : Insider Gaming
