This winter season has been kind to PlayStation fans with the likes of God of War: Ragnarok releasing to critical acclaim, but the upcoming holidays may ensure some fans get some extra goodies for their PlayStation 5 consoles. While not inherently necessary, the PS5 has a solid selection of accessories to enhance the overall user experience.
Whether it’s an additional DualSense controller or expandable memory via an SSD drive, there’s plenty to add to Sony’s latest home console to make it more versatile.
PowerA double charging station
For those who decide to purchase an extra DualSense controller (or two) this holiday season, purchasing the PowerA double charging station becomes a highly recommended accessory at the very least. The PS5 console itself is quite limited in terms of USB ports for charging the controller, which can make keeping multiple charged controllers for the same console a bit tedious.
The Dual Charging Station does exactly as advertised and is affordably priced, allowing you to charge two controllers simultaneously. It also has a snappy and smooth input when docking controllers, saving you the hassle of plugging in USB ports.
DualSense controller
Many great video game controllers have been released over the decades on PlayStation, Nintendo, Xbox and more. however, the PS5 DualSense controllers it’s probably the strongest design to date and is now available in more colors. It has a solid amount of weight without feeling heavy, with an impressive ergonomic layout.
The buttons and triggers are easy to reach and satisfying to press, and the textured grips are arguably better than the PlayStation 4’s smooth plastic DualShock 4. And that’s not to mention the immersive tactile feedback that revolutionizes the clatter of the standard controller.
Sony Pulse 3D wireless headphones
Gaming headsets are among the most popular accessories for any gaming platform. There are also several budget headphones worth looking into, but for those who choose to go the enthusiast route, part one Sony Pulse 3D wireless headphones it’s a great choice.
Complete with a sleek design, this headset is tailor-made for the PS5, with superb 3D audio to further beef up that immersion factor and make gameplay even more realistic. Its ergonomics are well thought out too, with comfortable padded cups, noise canceling technology, and an adjustable headband that gamers would expect.
Corsair MP600 Pro LPX 1TB SSD
One of the PS5’s biggest assets is its lightning-fast internal SSD storage. This eliminates game launch and loading times, making for a much smoother and more intuitive gaming experience. However, a major criticism of the console is how surprisingly limited the built-in SSD is, with just 667GB of the advertised 1TB usable, and games aren’t exactly getting smaller digitally.
Help is finally on the way, however, with the Corsair MP600 Pro LPX SSD expanding your PS5 storage by another TB. Among the high-performance third-party drives, this is definitely one of the best.
Since the inception of the original PlayStation in the 1990s, these consoles were also known for being media players in addition to their primary gaming functions. The PS2 was known for making the leap to DVD playback, the PS3/PS4 to Blu-rays, and now the PS5 to 4K Ultra HD discs/streaming. And for those who like to use PS5 for the media, it’s official PlayStation Media Remote It will be a good companion accessory.
Using the DualSense will also get the job done for navigating video media, but it can be a little fiddly trying to get used to which gamepad inputs correspond to playing a movie or running a streaming service. The PS5 media remote, meanwhile, is as intuitive as any modern remote, complete with dedicated buttons for Netflix, Disney+ and more.
Capas for PlayStation 5 consoles
Certainly the most aesthetic accessories available for the PS5, it’s still fun for many gamers to visually personalize their home consoles. At launch, the PS5 launched in a simple white design with black accents for both the digital and disc versions.
But with more time to come, Sony has finally enabled support for alternate color console skins. The PlayStation itself delivers the official coversbut there are also some solid (and cheap) third-party alternatives like Benazcap branded versions.
Crucial P5 Plus 1TB SSD
Storage is important, but since Sony has greenlit a variety of third-party drives that are fully PS5-compatible, there are plenty of options for gamers to consider. Spacious, high-speed SSDs can get particularly expensive, so some understandably prefer not to opt for the highest-performing drive on the market. That same variety also helps in the budget category, with the Crucial P5 Plus 1TB SSD serve as one of the best of its size on the cheaper end of the spectrum.
Even with slower speeds than its more expensive counterparts, this drive’s read/write speeds are still faster than the PS5’s native SSD. Potential buyers should know, however, that this unit doesn’t come with a heat sink to keep it cool, which is a requirement. Fortunately, capable heat sinks can be found for ~$20 or less.
PlayStation Plus
While technically a digital accessory, PlayStation Plus is still one of Sony’s best gaming supplements. It has evolved from the days of PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 4, with Sony revamping its flagship subscription service to introduce different paid tiers.
The basic Essential version is the same structure as before, but now there are Extra and Premium tiers with added benefits including access to many of the best PlayStation exclusives and previous generation classics from the PS2, PS3 and PSP era.
Razer Kaira X Wired Headphones
As with the myriad of options available when it comes to storage, there are more in the headset department as well. The Sony Pulse 3D wireless headset offers a superbly focused gaming session with the atmosphere it delivers, but it’s also reasonable if some fans aren’t willing to drop three-digit numbers to buy a headset.
That’s where the Razer Kaira X Wired Headphones arrives, as it serves as a quality and affordable alternative in terms of audio and comfort, made with the PS5 in mind. These types of devices shouldn’t be underestimated, as devices like the Nintendo Switch benefit greatly from third-party accessories.
PlayStation HD camera
External hardware and software will be a must for current or prospective gamers looking to stream their games, and Sony has an in-house solution for these needs. It’s particularly suited to those looking to take their streaming to more professional levels, with the PlayStation HD camera offering a pair of wide-angle lenses for capturing 1080p footage.
This will allow players to insert themselves into their streaming sessions when they’re playing on Twitch or YouTube. The camera software will also allow players to customize their wallpapers during playback/streaming.
