Astro Bot followers have one other probability to get a DualSense Controller themed across the lovable little robotic. Preorders for PlayStation’s Astro Bot Joyful Restricted Version DualSense open tomorrow, September 12, at 7 AM PT / 10 AM ET. The remixed model of the extremely fashionable DualSense launches October 30.
PlayStation hasn’t formally confirmed pricing particulars, however we would anticipate the controller to retail for $85 like different current Restricted Version DualSense fashions. Like the unique, the Astro Bot Joyful version shall be bought at PlayStation Direct and taking part main retailers. Within the US, this doubtless means Amazon, Walmart, Goal, Greatest Purchase, and GameStop.
$85 | Releases October 30
Because the “Joyful” moniker suggests, the 2025 version makes one change to the design: Astro’s eyes on the touchpad match his smiling face from the PS5 recreation. The unique version depicted Astro’s eyes as circles. The up to date design matches Astro’s face on the sport’s cowl artwork.
Exterior of that small, however noticeable alteration, this is identical controller that launched in September 2024.
The white and blue colour scheme merely appears to be like improbable, so it is not shocking this controller was fashionable sufficient to warrant a second version. It is arguably the best-looking Restricted Version DualSense but. It additionally helps that Astro Bot is without doubt one of the greatest 3D platformers ever made and has a robust argument for greatest total PS5 recreation.
Word: The hyperlinks beneath are search outcomes the place you’ll be able to look forward to finding the controller as soon as retailers create retailer pages. We’ll replace with direct retailer pages as soon as out there.
Heads up: The unique Astro Bot controller sells for round $150 on eBay. Amazon says 50+ folks have bought preowned Astro Bot controllers for $155-$170 prior to now month. Although we would be shocked if the brand new version sells out as shortly as the primary one–just as a result of many individuals have already got a really related controller–we would not depend on this remaining in inventory for too lengthy.
That mentioned, it is value noting that PlayStation’s Ghost of Yotei Restricted Version DualSense Controllers (and PS5 consoles) stay in inventory per week after preorders opened. PlayStation Direct has an unique version with black art work, whereas the gold version is obtainable in any respect main retailers.
For extra Astro Bot merch, take a look at the upcoming Funko Pop vinyl determine. Slated to launch January 30, 2026, the Astro Bot Funko Pop is obtainable to preorder for $15 at Amazon.
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