PlayStation 5 DualSense 30th Anniversary Controller – Limited Edition in Original PlayStation Colours, Haptic Feedback, Adaptive Triggers – Japan Version

The DualSense 30th Anniversary is the limited-edition controller Sony released as part of the PlayStation 30th Anniversary collection, celebrating thirty years since the first PlayStation. The collection launched on 21 November 2024 in very limited quantities. The controller takes the famous colour scheme of the original PlayStation, light grey with coloured button symbols, and puts it on a fully featured DualSense: haptic feedback, adaptive L2 and R2 triggers, a built-in microphone and speaker, and a USB-C port. This unit is the Japanese retail version; DualSense controllers are not region-locked, so it works with any PS5.

A design that brings back 1994

Sony says the 30th Anniversary collection uses the original PlayStation colour design, and that is what sets the DualSense 30th Anniversary apart from the standard white controller: a grey body in the tones of the first console, the button symbols in their classic colours, and the old PlayStation logo. It is a piece for anyone who grew up with the first console and wants something that brings it back, and for collectors of limited PlayStation editions. Because production is limited and usually not repeated once sold out, this edition tends to hold its value better than standard colours that stay on sale. Many buyers use it every day; others keep it boxed.

Haptic feedback and adaptive triggers

Under the classic colours, the DualSense 30th Anniversary works exactly like any DualSense. Instead of traditional rumble motors, Sony uses dual actuators that produce detailed vibrations to convey surfaces and weapon recoil in supported games. The L2 and R2 triggers change their resistance and tension during play, so you feel the pull of a bowstring or the weight of the brakes in a racing game. Both features need support from the game itself, and most major PS5 games use them to varying degrees.

Microphone, speaker and Create button

The controller has a built-in microphone for voice chat with friends without a headset, with a dedicated mute button. A small speaker plays some sound effects right from your hands, and a 3.5 mm jack lets you plug in a wired headset. The Create button captures screenshots and gameplay clips for quick sharing, alongside the touch pad and motion sensor. According to Sony’s manual, the built-in lithium-ion battery is rated at 1,560mAh and charges over USB-C, and the controller weighs about 280 g. Sony does not publish play time per charge in the manual.

Compatibility with PS5, PC and mobile

The DualSense 30th Anniversary is built for PS5 first, but it also connects to Windows PCs and Macs, and to Android and iOS phones and tablets, by USB-C cable or Bluetooth. On Apple devices Sony requires macOS 11.3 or iOS and iPadOS 14.5 or later. On a computer, haptic feedback and adaptive triggers work in some games only and may need a wired connection. The controller also works with the PS Remote Play app, so you can stream games from your console to a phone or PC.

The Japan version and who it suits

This DualSense 30th Anniversary unit comes from Japanese retail stock, with a Japanese-language box and manual; the controller itself is the same worldwide. It suits collectors of limited PlayStation editions, owners of a PS5 from the 30th Anniversary collection who want a matching second controller, and anyone looking for a special gift for a fan of classic games. For everyday play it is a standard DualSense in performance and feel; the difference lies entirely in its looks and rarity. Sony lists an operating temperature of 5 to 35°C, so avoid leaving it in a hot car.

Who This Is Not For

The DualSense 30th Anniversary is not for anyone looking for better performance than the standard controller: its specifications match the regular DualSense, and players who want back buttons and swappable sticks should look at the DualSense Edge. It costs much more than the standard controller because of the limited production. No charging cable is included: the box contains the controller and a manual only, according to the PlayStation Store, so you use the USB-C cable that came with your console. The light grey body also shows dirt with use more than darker colours.

Ordering from Totot

Totot sells the DualSense 30th Anniversary brand-new and genuine in its sealed box, backed by a 1-year warranty from Totot. It reaches any emirate within 3 business days at most, with free delivery on orders from AED 300, with cash on delivery or instalments via Tabby and Tamara. Items that arrive defective or not as ordered can be returned within 14 days, and any shipping damage should be reported within 48 hours of delivery. Browse more in our PlayStation Controllers range, or see the DualSense 30th Anniversary Limited Edition page on the official PlayStation store.

DualSense 30th Anniversary Specifications

• Model: DualSense Wireless Controller – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition
• Design: Original PlayStation colour scheme
• Vibration: Haptic feedback with dual actuators
• Triggers: Adaptive L2 and R2
• Audio: Built-in microphone with mute button, built-in speaker, 3.5 mm headset jack
• Extra controls: Create button, touch pad
• Connectivity: Bluetooth and USB-C
• Battery: Built-in lithium-ion, 1,560mAh, 3.65V
• Weight: About 280 g
• Operating temperature: 5 to 35°C
• Compatibility: PS5, Windows, macOS 11.3 or later, iOS and iPadOS 14.5 or later, Android
• In the box: DualSense controller and manual (no cable)
• Version: Japan retail version (works with any PS5)
• Warranty: 1-year warranty from Totot

DualSense 30th Anniversary FAQ

Does the DualSense 30th Anniversary perform differently from the standard controller?

No. It has the same features: haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, microphone and built-in battery. The difference is the design and the limited production.

Does a charging cable come with the DualSense 30th Anniversary?

No. The box holds the controller and a manual only, according to the PlayStation Store; it charges with the USB-C cable that comes with the PS5.

Does the DualSense 30th Anniversary work on PC?

Yes. It connects to Windows and Mac by USB-C or Bluetooth, though haptic features work in some games only.

What is the battery capacity?

1,560mAh according to Sony’s manual; Sony does not publish play time in the manual.

Will the Japan version work with a UAE PS5?

Yes. It is approved by the UAE Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority and registered for official sale in the country.

Is it genuine?

Yes. DualSense controllers are not region-locked; we sell this genuine Japan-version unit brand-new in its sealed box.

How long does delivery take?

3 business days at most across the UAE. Orders from AED 300 ship free, and the checkout page shows any current fee for your order.