Mission Defiant is Sony’s first wi-fi combat stick for PS5 and PC

Sony has simply unveiled the primary wi-fi combat stick designed by the corporate itself. It does not have an official product title but, however it’s at present codenamed Mission Defiant. The arcade-style controller makes use of the PlayStation Hyperlink wi-fi know-how to connect with the PS5 and the PC. Sony says the know-how offers an ultra-low latency connection that permits “exact in-game response” to each press on its buttons and each motion on its joystick. Gamers can even plug the system into their PC or their console through a USB-C connection in the event that they need to make sure that there isn’t any lag

The corporate stated it customized its controls and used “toolless interchangeable restrictor gates (sq., circle, and octagon),” in addition to mechanical switches for its buttons. Sony additionally used the identical contact pad on the combat stick because the one discovered on the DualSense wi-fi controller. Along with having the ability to management the motion on display screen, the stick has the power to wirelessly get up the PS5 by urgent the PS button in the identical method a DualSense controller can.

The combat stick has a storage compartment for its restrictor gates and the PS Hyperlink USB adapter. It additionally sounds just like the system will ship with a sturdy carrying case, so you possibly can take it safely with you when wanted. Sony has but to announce Mission Defiant’s pricing and launch date, however it’s planning to make the combat stick obtainable for buy someday in 2026, maybe in time for gamers to have the ability to use it to play Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls. The tag preventing sport, which can also be popping out subsequent yr, was developed by the studio behind the Responsible Gear franchise.