It can be hard to find that perfect gift for the gamer with a PlayStation 5 on your holiday shopping list. Rather than adding to an already proliferating pile of video games, check out my list of the best gaming accessories for PlayStation 5. These accessories can help to create the best gaming experiences and are sure to please the PlayStation 5 gamer on your list!
A Wireless Gaming Headset
Gaming headsets are more important than ever. With the advent of online multiplayer and cinematic scores, a great gaming headset is one of the best gaming accessories for PlayStation 5. Let’s take a look at two of the best wireless gaming headsets for PS5.
SteelSeries Arctis 7P Wireless Gaming headset for PlayStation 5
The SteelSeries Arctis 7P Wireless Gaming Headset for PlayStation 5 uses a USB-C dongle that operates on the 2.4GHz spectrum. It allows players to experience a full, high fidelity audio, lag-free gaming experience on PlayStation 5. It features high-quality speaker drivers that emphasize subtle, yet critical sounds to give players an audio advantage in their favourite next-gen games.
The Arctis 7P comes with a rechargeable battery that allows for 24 hours of non-stop wireless use. And, players can adjust sidetone ,which allows you to control the amount of microphone input that is routed back into the headset. As a result, you have full control over how much of your own voice and surroundings you hear.
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PULSE 3D Wireless Gaming Headset for PlayStation 5
Sony’s own PULSE 3D Wireless Gaming Headset for PlayStation 5 is specifically tuned to deliver 3D audio only made possible by the PS5. It uses a USB dongle that plugs into the PlayStation 5 that offers flawless audio fidelity.
It comes equipped with a built-in rechargeable battery that allows for up to 12 hours of wireless play. And, comes equipped with dual noise-cancelling microphones. Additionally, the PULSE 3D Wireless Gaming Headset for PlayStation 5 features easy-access controls that allow you to adjust various audio settings.
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A PlayStation 5 DualSense Wireless Controller Charging Station
The PlayStation 5 DualSense Wireless Controller Charging Station allows you to quickly charge up to 2 PlayStation 5 DualSense Wireless Controllers at once. It features a click-in design so that your controllers are properly placed for optimal charging. And, best of all, you don’t have to use any of the USB ports on your PS5 to charge. Simply plug in the included AC adaptor to the wall and you are set.
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An extra PlayStation 5 DualSense Wireless Controller
It’s always good to have a second controller, no matter what system you have. With an extra controller you can play multiplayer games with your family and friends. And, when playing by yourself, if your controller’s battery dies on you, then you have an extra one ready to go and can continue playing.
Much of what PlayStation fans love about the DualShock 4 is included with the PlayStation 5 DualSense Wireless Controller but new features such as haptic feedback, offer a whole new level of immersion. With haptic feedback, games can now have a variety of powerful sensations that you actually feel when you play. The share button from the DualShock 4 has been replaced with a “Create” button. It features new and innovative ways to share content with the world.
Looking for a quick conversation with friends online while playing and don’t want to get the headset out? The PlayStation 5 DualSense Wireless Controller comes with a built-in microphone array that will allow you to quickly jump into a conversation without the need of a headset.
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Expand storage with an external USB hard drive
The PlayStation 5 uses a super fast SSD with a custom I/O. And, It is approximately 100 times faster than the hard drive in a PlayStation 4. However, the hard drive in the PS5 is 825GB and that can quickly fill up. The easiest way to add extra storage to your PlayStation 5 is by using an external USB hard drive.
With an external USB hard drive such as the Seagate The Last of Us Part II 2TB Portable External Hard Drive, you can quickly add more than double the storage to your PlayStation 5. With an external USB hard drive, you can store and play PlayStation 4 games from it.
On an external USB hard drive such as the Seagate The Last of Us Part II 2TB Portable External Hard Drive you can expect to store around 50 PS4 games.
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A PlayStation 5 HD Camera
The PlayStation 5 HD Camera features dual 1080p lenses, which allows you to stream yourself from the comfort of your living room during epic gameplay moments. The camera comes with a built-in adjustable stand. This allows you to place it either above or below your TV for the perfect shot.
With the PlayStation 5’s background removal tool, you can add yourself to gameplay while using picture-in-picture mode, crop the background, or take out the background completely with a green screen.
The best gaming accessories for PlayStation 5
That wraps up our list of the best gaming accessories for PlayStation 5. From extra controllers to extra storage and everything in between, you can rest assured that these accessories will meet the needs and put smiles on the faces of any gamer with a PlayStation 5 on your holiday shopping list.
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