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There a plenty of great accessories available for the PS5.
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We've rounded up the best PlayStation accessories around, from official hardware to third-party devices.
Some of our top picks include Sony's Pulse 3D headset and Scuf's Reflex controller.
Several of our recommendations are designed to work with both the PS5 and PS4.
Sony's popular PlayStation consoles are designed to be the center of your home entertainment system. Though the PS4 and PS5 both come packed with features, there are plenty of accessories you can pick up to improve your experience even more, from controllers to headsets.
There's no shortage of first-party accessories made by Sony itself, and most of them will work with either console. Third-party manufacturers, like Scuf and Hori, also make great accessories for PlayStation, ranging from customizable gamepads to racing wheels.
Sony has also promoted the ability to upgrade your PlayStation's storage, leading to a selection of internal and external drives that are perfect for players who need more space to download extra games.
To help you find the right gaming gear for your needs, we've rounded up the best accessories for PS5 and PS4. Our recommendations are based on our gaming expertise, hands-on testing, and availability.
DualSense controller
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The PlayStation 5's DualSense controller has several unique features, and as a result, there are few alternatives. An extra controller is always a benefit, whether you've got a friend over for multiplayer games, or running low on battery and don't want to play with a charging cable.
The DualSense is made unique by its adaptive trigger tension, haptic feedback, and built-in microphone and speaker; you won't find those features in most controllers from other brands. It should be noted that the DualSense won't work with the PlayStation 4, but PS4 DualShock controllers do work when playing PS4 games on a PS5 via backwards compatibility.
Available DualSense colors include black, red, blue, purple, pink, and gray camouflage. The color versions cost $5 more than the standard white model.
Scuf Reflex Controller
Scuf
Competitive PS5 players who want an edge in shooting games like Call of Duty and Fortnite will appreciate the Scuf Reflex, a premium gamepad that maintains the unique features of the DualSense while adding four additional paddle buttons on the back for extra customizable controls. You can fully customize the Scuf Reflex's color scheme too, from the buttons to the face panel and trim.
There's also a more expensive Scuf Reflex FPS controller that replaces the DualSense's adaptive triggers with an instant trigger designed to imitate the speed of a mouse-click for gamers who prefer that play style. You also have the option to remove the haptic feedback motors for a lighter controller and less shaking while you aim.
PlayStation DualSense Charging Station
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Sony's official DualSense charging station provides a handy docking solution to store and charge your controllers when they're not in use. The charging station uses smart charging that works at the same speed as using a USB-C cable, but you won't need to occupy one of your console's USB ports.
DualShock 4 Back Button Attachment
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This accessory adds two customizable buttons to the rear of a PS4 DualShock controller. Players can set the buttons to any input for easier access; for example, you can map L3 or R3 to the rear buttons so you don't have to press the analog sticks down.
It's a nice alternative to buying an entire controller for rear paddle buttons, and the DualShock 4 will still work when playing PlayStation 4 games on PS5.
HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless
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This wireless headset works on PlayStation consoles as well as PCs, and can last hundreds of hours on a single charge. It's perfect for communicating with party members during online games and it's also compatible with Sony's 3D audio technology on PS5 for immersive spatial sound. The mic can be removed when not in use, and the headset features controls for mute and volume control.
PlayStation Pulse 3D Wireless Headset
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This PlayStation-brand headset is a quality entry-level option with a design that matches the PS5 console. It's made to work with the PS5's 3D audio feature and comes with a built-in mic. On-board controls let you balance the volume between the game and party chat, and the monitoring feature will let you hear how your voice sounds as you play. The Pulse 3D headset also works with PS4 and PC, though it's a bit more expensive than some of the alternatives for computers.
Hori Racing Wheel Apex
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This is a great entry-level racing wheel for fans of games like Gran Turismo 7, F1 22, and Dirt 5. It works with both PS4 and PS5, as well as PC. The wheel is designed to grip onto the end of a desk or table and comes with pedals. Hori provides an app that will let you save up to four custom profiles, so you can swap between different games and maintain your preferred settings for sensitivity and turning radius.
Seagate 2TB Game Drive
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An external hard drive will let you store PlayStation 4 games and other data like video captures and game saves. Seagate also offers solid state external drives that provide slightly faster loading times, but they're more expensive.
PlayStation 5 games require a faster type of drive and can only be stored on a specific type of internal drive as a result.
Corsair 2TB MP600 Pro Gen4 Solid State Drive for PS5
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The PlayStation 5's internal storage drive can be swapped out for a space upgrade, but it requires the replacement drive to have a certain level of speed to work properly. This Corsair drive meets the required speeds and will double the amount of available storage space in the console. If you do choose to replace your console's drive, you'll need to take off the PS5's outer shell and open a special port, but you won't need to fully disassemble the system.
PlayStation 5 console covers
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Sony sells colored console covers to replace the usual white panels of the PS5. Available colors include black, red, blue, purple, pink, and gray camouflage; you can order all of them from the PlayStation store.
The installation process requires you to remove the white panels of the PlayStation 5 before replacing them, but the process takes less than five minutes to complete and won't put your console's delicate parts at risk.
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