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An industry analyst has revealed that the DualSense Edge controller for thePlayStation 5is the best-selling accessory of 2023 in the US in dollar sales. The DualSense Edge is a pro-levelPS5controller primarily aimed at competitive gamers, and it comes with a bunch of notable features that set it apart from the standard DualSense controller.
TheDualSense Edge is a fully customizable device, as it allows fans to swap stick caps and the back buttons on the controller. Furthermore, players can fine-tune the sensitivity of the sticks, giving them greater controller over their gameplay experience. It also allows users to quickly swap between profiles, in addition to offering slip-resistant inner grips. New data now reveals that the DualSense Edge is the best-selling gaming accessory of 2023 in the US based on revenue.
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This information comes from Mat Piscatella, Executive Director & Video Game Industry Analyst at Circana, confirming that the DualSense Edge was the best-selling accessory of 2023 in dollar sales. The DualSense Edge was also the best-selling accessory for June 2023 in the US, as spending on accessories increased 14% when compared to the same period in 2022. Additionally, the report reveals thatPlayStation 5 DualSense controllerswere the top 4 best-selling accessories of June 2023.
As the data is based on dollar sales, it probably doesn’t come as a surprise to see the DualSense Edge at the top. Thisexpensive PlayStation 5 controller costs $199.99, a massive increase from the standard DualSense controller which is priced at $69.99. Still, it’s an impressive achievement considering the high entry point of the controller.
Fans interested in purchasing the device should note that theDualSense Edge has a relatively weak battery life, so gamers playing wirelessly may have to charge it quite often. Thankfully, the DualSense Edge comes with a 2.8M long cable, allowing users to play from a considerable distance from their television sets.
The report from Circana also revealed some interesting data on video game sales in 2023, confirming thatHogwarts Legacyis the best-selling game of the yearin the US. Games likeDiablo 4andThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdomplace high in the rankings as well, withStar Wars Jedi: SurvivorandResident Evil 4also a part of the list.Diablo 4was the best-selling game of June 2023, withFinal Fantasy 16andStreet Fighter 6taking the second and third slots.
