Get These PS5 Must-Have Accessories To Complete Your Next-Gen Setup

The much-anticipated PS5 debuts in just a few hours and this year's offering from Sony sees one of their biggest jumps in terms of performance to date. Pre-orders of the PS5 sold out after they were announced, and each new wave of additional units from Sony disappear just as quickly. Nonetheless, it's not too late to buy the many next-gen accessories that go with the PS5. That way, you'll be more than ready once you finally get that slippery PS5.

Sony has developed a new DualSense Wireless Controller with a Stormtrooper-esque design to match the color scheme of the PS5. There's also a PULSE 3D Wireless Headset, a DualSense Charging Station so you can charge two of them at a time, an HD Camera and a handy Media Remote.

Dualsense: The truly next-gen controller

Forget the blisteringly fast loading speeds, gorgeous graphics and the ultra-modern design of the PS5, the DualSense controller is what makes the PS5 feel truly next-gen. You might have seen all the reviews about the new haptics and adaptive triggers, but until you actually hold it in your hands, it's easy to dismiss as just another gimmick. After two weeks of playing around with the console and the Dualsense, it's simply something you have to experience for yourself. Every little movement, footstep, slide, even subtle sound effects are given a new dimension by this console. Words simply can't describe how many different sensations and textures these haptic engines can manage. Dave2D gives a neat visualization of how these new triggers work as well as a general overview of the new Dualsense.

The same is true of the newly-designed adaptive triggers. Even in Astro's Playroom, a game which is a cute and Pixar-esque platformer rather than a cutting-edge shooter like "Call of Duty," the feel of a trigger on a gun was so satisfying and is genuinely something that you miss once you use another controller.

Dualsense Charging Station: The Dualsense battle station

Keep your DualSense wireless controllers ready for gaming action with the DualSense charging station. The click-in design supports proper placement of your controllers, while the ability to charge up to two DualSense wireless controllers simultaneously ensures you don't have to suffer a frustrating lack of charged controllers.

The charging station is simple, but it's that simplicity that makes it so convenient. In addition to a headphone jack on the bottom of the controller, the DualSense also has these charging pins. The charging station lets you just place your controllers with those pins facing down, snapping in place. The controller fits into the station cleanly, like a puzzle piece, and the lights on the DualSense breathe an orange/amber hue to let you know that it's charging.

PS5 HD Camera: I see you

Are you a hardcore game streamer, who likes to put their face, as well as their voice, over footage of you dominating on "Call of Duty"? Then the PS5 HD Camera accessory may be for you. It’s specifically made for the PS5 and is a Sony-built bit of kit that will likely offer the most seamless way to get your videos made, shared, and edited within the PlayStation 5 console’s baked-in interface.

A built-in background removal tool will let those using the PS5 HD Camera either crop around their environment to get just the essentials in the frame, or remove it completely like a green screen, letting them sit right in front of their game clips.

SteelSeries Arctis 7P: Not your average Arctis

While not exactly a first-party accessory, the Arctis 7P is definitely a worthy addition to your PS5 ensemble. The PS5 branding is more than just a theme: besides the attractive white and blue colorway, it’s also compatible with Sony’s Tempest 3D Audio tech. Unlike its Xbox Series X/S sibling, the Arctis 7P doesn’t need to use an included USB-C adapter to utilize the wireless connection dongle on Sony’s console either.

As we prepare for the PS5 release date tomorrow, you won't be lacking in all the shiny new accessories to go with your shiny new PS5. We all know that a great set of accessories can do a lot to enhance your gaming experience and help you get the most out of the upcoming next generation of gaming. Whether you’re looking for an extra controller for co-op play, a sleek camera for your streaming, or a nifty little charging dock to charge your controllers, we've got your back.