Sony delays its new PS5 fight stick
Sony has postponed the release of its FlexStrike wireless fight stick for the PS5 due to unexpected production issues.
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What happened
Sony is delaying the launch of the FlexStrike wireless fight stick. According to coverage from IGN, the company stated they are taking extra time following unexpected production delays.
Reports from Push Square indicate the device is delayed indefinitely and will now launch after Marvel Tokon. Meanwhile, PlayStation.Blog and GameSpot report that a 27-inch gaming monitor is available for preorder alongside updates on Pulse Elite wireless speakers.
Future developments center on the eventual release date of the FlexStrike fight stick following the conclusion of Marvel Tokon.
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Sources (11)
- Sony's PS5 Arcade Stick Delayed Until After Marvel Tokon Kotaku · 45d ago
- PlayStation FlexStrike Wireless Fight Stick Delayed Without A Firm Release Date Engadget · 45d ago
- PlayStation's new fighting game controller has officially been delayed at the worst possible time Polygon.com · 45d ago
- Yes, PlayStation Is Making A Gaming Monitor--And You Can Preorder It Now GameSpot · 45d ago
- "We're Taking Extra Time" — PlayStation FlexStrike Fight Stick Postponed Due to "Unexpected" Production Delays IGN · 45d ago
- Sony delays its new PS5 fight stick The Verge · 45d ago broke it first
- UPDATE: FlexStrike wireless fight stick, 27″ Gaming Monitor, and Pulse Elite wireless speakers PlayStation.Blog · 45d ago
- Sony's FlexStrike PS5 Fight Stick Delayed Indefinitely, Now Launches After Marvel Tokon Push Square · 45d ago
- Production Issues Have Delayed Sony's PS5 FlexStrike Fight Stick extremetech.com · 45d ago
- PlayStation delays launch of new fight stick beyond Marvel Tokon, the biggest fighting game release of 2026 PC Guide · 45d ago
- Sony delays its new PS5 fight stick The Verge · 45d ago broke it first
Questions people are asking
Why was the FlexStrike fight stick delayed?
The delay is attributed to unexpected production issues.
When will the fight stick be released?
Coverage from Push Square states it is delayed indefinitely and will launch after Marvel Tokon.
What other hardware is Sony releasing?
Sony is offering a 27-inch gaming monitor for preorder and has provided updates on Pulse Elite wireless speakers.
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