Aug 20
Sony’s DualShock 4 coming in ‘Magma Red’ and ‘Wave Blue’ at launch in Europe, North America to follow later
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Colors! Who doesn’t love colors, right? Well, if you were planning to snag a PlayStation 4, you’ll be happy to hear that the console’s DualShock 4 won’t be available solely in black. As has been the case with previous generation PlayStations, Sony will be offering different color variations of its DualShock controller, this time in “Magma Red” and “Wave Blue.” Both models will be available when the PS4 launches in Europe and in North and Latin America later in the year, where they’ll cost £54 and $59, respectively. So, don’t worry, it looks like you’ll be able to add a bit of hue to your next-gen gaming sessions.
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