Hyperkin Launches DualSense-Inspired Xbox Controller October

Hyperkin is launching "The Competitor," a wired Xbox controller inspired by Sony's DualSense design, available this October for $49.99. The controller features symmetrical Hall Effect analog sticks and triggers designed to reduce stick drift, a split D-pad, programmable back buttons with lock switches, a headphone jack, and a mic mute button, but it lacks the advanced haptics and adaptive triggers of the DualSense. It will be released in several colors, with black and white available in North America initially, while red, blue, and gold editions will launch earlier in Europe and Australia before coming to North America. The Competitor offers an affordable alternative for gamers who prefer the PlayStation controller ergonomics but want to use an Xbox or PC, focusing on durability and practical features rather than wireless connectivity or advanced feedback systems. The controller's design blends Xbox button layout and licensing with a fresh aesthetic inspired by PlayStation, generating buzz among gamers seeking a new experience. Hyperkin's reputation for recreating classic Xbox controllers adds credibility to this new product's appeal.