DualSense Wireless Controller Gran Turismo Limited Edition for PS5

Sony Interactive Entertainment announced the global release of the DualSense Wireless Controller – Gran Turismo Limited Edition, pairing racing stripes and motorsport-inspired graphics with a textured, carbon fibre-style front plate over a white base. Gran-turismo.com reported that pre-orders for the commemorative hardware open on October 22, 2026, ahead of a worldwide launch scheduled for December 10, 2026, priced at US$84.99, €84.99, and £74.99.

Limited Edition Peripheral Pre-Orders Open October 22

Pre-orders for the limited-edition peripheral open on October 22, 2026, at 10:00 am local time across the Official PlayStation Store and direct.playstation.com, alongside participating retailers. Gran-turismo.com confirmed that regional rollouts for the US, UK, France, Germany, Austria, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg share the same opening timestamp, though stock remains limited to available inventory.

The controller carries model number CFI-ZCT2W, aligning with standard DualSense hardware revisions while introducing distinct cosmetic treatments for the franchise’s upcoming 30th anniversary. Gran Turismo Series Producer Kazunori Yamauchi stated in the announcement that the design commemorates three decades of automotive appreciation, noting gratitude for ongoing community support.

Operating System and Connection Requirements for Remote Play

Operating system compatibility spans macOS 11.3, iOS 14.5, iPadOS 14.5, and tvOS 14.5 or later, according to direct.playstation.com documentation. For PS Remote Play operations, users require an active connection of at least 5 Mbps via broadband, with Sony recommending a wired LAN connection to the host console. When utilizing Bluetooth connectivity for remote play on mobile devices, iOS and iPadOS demand Remote Play App version 4.0, while macOS requires version 4.1.

System documentation notes that haptic feedback and adaptive triggers function when supported by specific titles, and these advanced features frequently require a direct USB connection rather than wireless Bluetooth. PlayStation Network accounts and active internet connections are mandatory for specific software features and firmware updates.

Sony mandates regular device software updates for the controller. Maintenance releases are deployed alongside main PS5 system updates or through dedicated controller firmware applications. The manufacturer warns that running outdated firmware can expose the peripheral to security vulnerabilities and compromise hardware performance.

Sony Provides Statutory Warranty for European Distribution

Sony Interactive Entertainment Europe (SIEE) provides statutory warranty coverage ensuring the hardware remains free from material and manufacturing defects under normal use conditions, detailed through official EEA warranty documentation hosted at playstation.com. For European distribution, compliance administration is managed via Sony Europe B.V. located in Zaventem, Belgium.

The physical retail package omits a dedicated USB cable; users must utilize the Type-C cable supplied with the base PS5 console for charging and wired data synchronization. Household purchasing limits apply to the hardware release.

# Check connected controller firmware via USB
# Ensure system software is updated prior to query
curl -X GET https://dispatch.playstation.com/api/v1/hardware/firmware/status?model=CFI-ZCT2W

Security and hardware handling warnings appear within standard PlayStation hardware manuals. Because physical design parameters and technical specifications are subject to modification without prior notice, enterprise and consumer end-points must verify compatibility parameters directly through official developer channels.