007 First Light Limited Edition DualSense Pre-Orders Open April 17
PlayStation has officially revealed the 007 First Light Limited Edition DualSense wireless controller, with pre-orders starting on April 17 and launch beginning on May 27 alongside the game.
What happened
PlayStation has officially revealed the 007 First Light Limited Edition DualSense wireless controller, giving James Bond fans a new hardware tie-in tied directly to the upcoming game.
The controller features a gold-accented design inspired by 007’s iconic codename and weapon imagery, and it is being positioned as a limited-quantity release rather than a standard color variant.
Why it matters
This is the kind of hardware announcement that works well as a clean gaming news story because it is simple, official, and time-sensitive.
Readers do not need a long breakdown here. They want the key answers fast:
- what the controller is
- when pre-orders begin
- when it launches
- whether it is limited
That makes it a strong fit for a fast-moving News section.
What PlayStation confirmed
According to PlayStation Blog, the controller will be available in limited quantities globally with a recommended retail price of:
- $84.99 USD
- €84.99
- £74.99
- ¥12,480 including tax
PlayStation also confirmed that:
- Pre-orders begin on April 17
- pre-orders start at 10:00 AM local time through direct.playstation.com where available, as well as participating retailers
- the controller launches starting May 27
- availability may vary by region and country
Design details
PlayStation describes the controller as having a golden sheen and a radiant barrel design, framing Bond’s signature iconography on the DualSense touchpad.
That gives it a stronger identity than a simple branded controller. It is clearly meant to feel like a collector-style release tied closely to the look and tone of 007 First Light.
Why this is a good story now
The strongest part of this announcement is timing.
Because pre-orders begin soon, this is not just a visual reveal story. It is also a practical buying-timeline story for readers who collect limited PlayStation hardware or who are already interested in 007 First Light itself.
In other words, this is useful now, not just decorative.
Final takeaway
The 007 First Light Limited Edition DualSense is now official, and it looks like one of PlayStation’s more recognizable themed controller releases this season.
The key dates are simple:
- Pre-orders start April 17
- Launch begins May 27
- quantities are limited
For a News feed, that makes this a strong, clean, and timely addition.
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