Sony has two new bits of PlayStation hardware on the way this summer: the FlexStrike fight stick and a 27-inch gaming monitor.
Both arrive in August, both sit firmly in the mid-range rather than wallet-wrecking territory, and both are clearly aimed at players who want to be ready for a busy autumn of big releases without splashing out on full-on pro gear.
The FlexStrike launches on 6th August at $199.99, a date that aligns directly with the release of Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, the PlayStation-published fighting game the peripheral targets, with preorders opening on 12th June for those planning to pick one up ahead of that launch.
At release, the FlexStrike operates exclusively on PS5, with Sony confirming PC support will follow sometime after launch. The stick ships with a sling carry case and a built-in rechargeable battery, included as standard rather than sold separately.
The fight stick category has seen renewed interest following the mainstreaming of competitive fighting games on console, with peripheral makers including Hori and Razer maintaining dedicated arcade stick lines at price points ranging from around $100 to well above $200, placing the FlexStrike at the upper end of the accessible tier rather than in premium specialist territory.
The 27-inch PlayStation monitor arrives three weeks later on 27th August at $349.99, with preorders beginning on 5th June. The panel features a 2560×1440 IPS display with variable refresh rate support and a specification set that serves both console and PC users from a single screen.
Refresh rate output varies by connected device, with the monitor reaching up to 120Hz when paired with a PS5 or PS5 Pro and climbing to 240Hz with compatible PCs or Macs, a dual-audience approach that reflects Sony’s wider effort to extend PlayStation hardware relevance beyond the living room.
A dedicated hook built into the rear panel folds out to charge a DualSense controller, a practical convenience for players who keep a second pad at their desk without a dedicated charging stand nearby.
Sony also confirmed that its Pulse Elevate wireless speakers, announced last September, will launch later this year, though it has not yet announced pricing and says it will share further details soon.
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