DualShock
The DualShock 4 is getting a few more buttons available with the new DualShock 4 Back Button Attachment coming soon
If you are one of those gamers out there that though the current DualShock 4 was missing a few button options, then you will be excited to see the latest addition coming for the controller. Hells, if you are one of those pro gamers that need yet another reason to wrap your fingers further around the device, then you will be glad to see this new item coming on January 23rd of next year. Here we are talking about the DualShock 4 Back Button Attachment that was announced, which will give you two more options when playing your PS4 games. Maybe the PS5 games to depending on how everything pans out for the system, but for now we will know it is only for those games currently.
This new attachment will plug into your current DualShock 4 controller and then allow you to program the touchable extra space with two buttons of your choice. Buttons that are currently set up on the front side of the controller, but in case you need to use your ring or pinky fingers for something as well. Of course, this is a nice little addition for those disabled gamers looking to use the DualShock 4 to a better degree, but the focus is on those looking to "up their game" instead. Maybe I am looking too forward in the future for this thing as it is about half the price of a current controller and allows non-disabled gamers to have the extra buttons in the back so they do not have to move their fingers. It may not be for me, but maybe it is for you.
DualShock 4 — Back Button Attachment
Introducing The DualShock 4 Back Button Attachment
Today we’re excited to introduce the DualShock 4 Back Button Attachment to gamers of all skill levels who enjoy playing competitively. This new attachment elevates your gameplay by delivering more versatility and performance while maintaining the comfort and feel of the DualShock 4 wireless controller you’ve come to love.
Its sleek design, with two programmable and highly tactile back buttons, allows you to utilize more of your hand to shorten your response time and gives you more flexibility in competitive gameplay.
- Responsive Back Buttons and High-fidelity OLED Screen: The two back buttons can map up to 16 different actions such as triangle, circle, R1 and R2 to name a few and provide amazing tactile feedback, so you can jump and slide without missing a beat. The attachment also features an integrated OLED display that provides real-time information around button assignments.
- Highly Configurable: A dedicated button allows you to remap back button inputs on the fly, so you are always prepared no matter what game you’re playing. Furthermore, you can save and choose up to three different profiles for use in various games and there is also a headset pass-through for connecting any 3.5mm wired headset to the controller.
- Developed by PlayStation: The product is tested and approved for all of your favorite PlayStation 4 and PlayStation VR titles, and is built with the ergonomics of the DS4 in mind.
The Back Button Attachment launches in US and Canada on January 23, 2020, for SRP $29.99 USD, so make sure to pick one up if you’re looking to play and compete at your best.
What do you think about this new back attachment for the DualShock 4 and will it be something the masses are going to flock to? Do you see a benefit for your average gamer to have this on their controller or will it be something ignored by many out there? Are you curious about how you are supposed to charge it all in the longer scheme of it all or does it make sense to block it all off? Let us know your thoughts on it all down in the comments and then feel free to discuss. If there is anything else "new" for the DualShock controllers, we will have it all added in on the site. Just be sure to keep checking back in for that and any other hardware updates we have to offer.
