Where to buy the PS5 30th Anniversary DualSense controller: pre-orders are live but stock is fleeting

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While PS5 30th Anniversary DualSense controller pre-orders are live right now, the popularity of the item saw stock almost completely disappear in a matter of moments.

Although October 10 brought with it a new wave of PS5 Pro pre-orders and PS5 Slim 30th Anniversary Digital Edition pre-orders, we didn't see very much new PS5 30th Anniversary DualSense controller stock. Even so, we have seen a few waves of stock come back over the last few weeks in the UK which suggests that there may still be a couple opportunities left to buy coming up.

While we have our fingers crossed, we're here to help and provide the best places to try and get lucky with the controller. It was comfortably one of the most sought-after items in this second wave of pre-orders, along with the wider PlayStation 30th Anniversary pre-orders.

Anyway, let's cut to it, here are all the best places to try and locate the PS5 30th Anniversary DualSense controller right now.

PS5 30th Anniversary DualSense controller: cut to the chase

  • Price: $79.99 / £69.99
  • Pre-order dates: initially September 26 via PS Direct, then October 10 at other retailers
  • Release date: November 21

Where to buy the PS5 30th Anniversary DualSense controller in the US

$79.99 at PlayStation Direct (out of stock)

$79.99 at PlayStation Direct (out of stock)
Sadly, the controller is no longer available at PlayStation Direct. There's no word on any restocks either, unfortunately, so all we can recommend is regular checking of this page.

$79.99 at Amazon (out of stock)

$79.99 at Amazon (out of stock)
While we did see action on Amazon's DualSense 30th Anniversary controller page, it's now 'currently unavailable' again, which means we'll have to wait and see if there are any restocks.

$79 at Walmart (out of stock)

$79 at Walmart (out of stock)
Walmart did have some stock available and it was a dollar cheaper than anywhere else, coming in at $79. However, it was also among the fastest to sell out as a result. Still worth keeping an eye on tonight just in case more stock crops up.

$79.99 at Best Buy (out of stock)

$79.99 at Best Buy (out of stock)
Best Buy did have some stock on pre-order day, retailing at $79.99. However, it appears to have completely sold out; but the listing page says 'Coming Soon' rather than anything about the DualSense being flat-out unavailable. Color us intrigued...

$79.99 at Target (out of stock)

$79.99 at Target (out of stock)
Target is now saying pre-orders "have sold out" for the DualSense 30th Anniversary Edition, and encourages folks to check back on release day of November 21. There may be another burst of stock in tandem with the PS5 Slim, but it seems unlikely.

$79 at GameStop (out of stock)

$79 at GameStop (out of stock)
Pre-orders were also available at GameStop, though sold out quickly. The controller is now listed as "Currently Unavailable" but you can keep an eye on the page for further updates.

Where to buy the PS5 30th Anniversary DualSense controller in the UK

£69.99 at Very (out of stock)

£69.99 at Very (out of stock)
The 30th Anniversary Limited Edition controller was in stock for a little while at Very, but it looks like the moment has now passed.

£69.99 at PlayStation Direct (out of stock)

£69.99 at PlayStation Direct (out of stock)
The limited edition DualSense sold out quickly in the UK. Still, models might come back in stock if pre-orders are canceled. 

£69.99 at Amazon (out of stock)

£69.99 at Amazon (out of stock)
Amazon UK had some stock in for the DualSense 30th Anniversary Edition on pre-order day but it's now reading as "currently unavailable." We saw stock pop up a few times throughout that pre-order day, so definitely worth keeping an eye on just in case of more drops.

£69.99 at Argos (out of stock)

£69.99 at Argos (out of stock)
While the listting page allows you to put your postcode in to check availability, Argos' landing page for DualSenses and pre-orders does list it as out of stock for now. It's seen flashes of stock recently so we're hopeful Argos might come good!

£69.99 at Game (out of stock)

£69.99 at Game (out of stock)
The game-specialist retailer came good - and then also went out of stock quickly, sadly. Given how popular the controller was and is, we would still keep checking this page, however, as sometimes stock returns.

Check stock at Currys

Check stock at Currys
Currys also missed out on the Limited Edition DualSense. The retailer did not offer pre-orders, but still sells a range of other models at pretty decent prices if you're after an alternative.

Should you pre-order the PS5 30th Anniversary DualSense controller?

Whether or not you should pre-order the PS5 30th Anniversary DualSense controller is largely going to come down to how much you want to get your hands on this special edition design. If you're particularly wedded to the PlayStation brand or have lots of nostalgia for the gray look of the original PlayStation, then it should definitely be on your radar. It would make for a good collector's item too, as it commemorates an important milestone in the brand's history.

I expect that demand for this controller to remain very high compared to previous releases. This means that it is likely to sell out quickly whenever it becomes available and locking down a pre-order might be your best shot at ensuring that you do get one. 

That said, if you're happy with your current DualSense or don't like the design, then you can avoid the stress of the pre-order rush. There's also a slim chance that this model will be more widely available in the future due to potential restocks, which might cut out the need for a pre-order, though this has not been officially confirmed yet.

Written and updated by
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Written and updated by
Dashiell Wood

I'm a PlayStation hardware expert with years of experience covering the brand. My career began at Play Magazine, formerly Official PlayStation Magazine, where I covered all things Sony including some new hardware launches. After joining TechRadar, I have followed the PS5 and arrival of the PS5 Pro extensively by sharing buying advice and reviewing related products. 

Where to pre-order the PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection - FAQs

How much does the PS5 30th Anniversary DualSense cost?

The 30th Anniversary DualSense controller cost $79.99 / £69.99, which is about what we would have expected for a special edition gamepad.

When does the PS5 30th Anniversary DualSense controller release?

While pre-orders started on September 26, the 30th Anniversary DualSense controller will be fully released on November 21, along with the rest of its PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection brethren.

What to do if you missed out

There's no gentle way to put this. If you missed out on securing a PS5 30th Anniversary DualSense controller on either September 26 or October 10, then your chances of getting your hands on one now are incredibly slim. That said, there is still some hope. There's a chance that stock will become available on the controller's release date, November 21, so do spend a little time checking each of the retailers listed here when that date comes around just in case.

There's also a possibility that some retailers will offer a few units between now and release day, as you can sometimes bag stock from cancelled pre-orders. If you have the time, there's definitely no harm in checking each of these retailers regularly to see if more stock has appeared.

If you're not dead set on this limited edition design, then you have a much wider set of options at your fingertips. The recently revealed PS5 Chroma Collection has some stunning controllers which are up for pre-order right now. Check out our dedicated guide on where to buy and pre-order the PS5 Chroma Collection DualSense controllers for more information and the best retailers to try.

There's also another Limited Edition DualSense available right now, the special Fortnite edition. This is also up for pre-order and much easier to find than the PS5 30th Anniversary version. Just see our page on where to buy the Fortnite Limited Edition DualSense for the latest.

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