PS4 Back Button Attachment Proves Demand for PlayStation Pro Controller

I just want 6 face buttons.

I wouldn't buy a pro controller this close to the next gen. I'd certainly be interested in one for the PS5. Might look at the attachment though since I can easily just switch it between any of my current controllers.

From the beginning of ps4 gen I want ds4 pro controller, I just want better battery, build quality, and maybe 1 or 2 paddle, I don't need customization like xbox elite controller since I don't want ds4 pro become too expensive.

All I really need in a ps4 controller is a better battery. My ps4 controllers always die on me.

So, this is to make the DS4 compatible with PS5 right? I wouldn't be surprised if the DS5 has paddles that we haven't seen yet.

Elite/Scuff controllers are too expensive for most people. For me too. But I think two programmable back buttons should become the new standard. That wouldn't be too expensive to include. Game devs wouldn't have to use them, but let it up to gamers to use them or not. I can think of several games for which I would remap the buttons.

I don't see much point. Nearly all console games are designed for the 4 face buttons, two analogue sticks, LR3 and the 4 shoulder buttons. It's extremely rare that I find myself wishing for more buttons.

Some games originally designed for PC - like Civ 6 and Cities Skylines could make use of it, but even those I have found play very well with the standard gamepad.

Doesn't 'prove' anything.
I'm interested in affordable solution. Not in overpriced product.
'Sony should be listening' another bad take from this site I'm afraid.

Edit
These option should be standard on next gen and controllers affordable...not 'pro'

I'm not sure it proves anything, I watched it a couple of times just to get my head around what they were announcing. If they sell a few million then fair play. Still an incredibly bizarre move this late in the game!

i'm usually not good enough at MP games for an elite controller to make any difference, and generally the only re-map i usually long for is to switch the L2/R2 triggers with the shoulder buttons - which i can do in the accessory settings menu. so i can't see much use personally for the new backbutton gizmo. my controller is always plugged in with the cable, so i've never had battery issues. and really, the only things i require from a controller is symmetrical positioning of the sticks, and not to fall apart from general use.

I have absolutely no need for a 'pro' controller or extra back buttons.

I have a decent fight pad should I feel the need, but the stock DS4 is fine by me.

Nice that there's a peripheral option, but I think as has previously been said, this is Sony's attempt at parity for the DS5 and any cross-gen games that could be in need of extra input from the DS4.

Agreed. As long as it was fully compatible with all PS5 games and not just the back catalog. My one wish for any future controller is improved L2 and R2 triggers. As someone who plays a lot of driving games I find they're the first thing to suffer. Not really noticeable in a lot of games but on driving games... oh and on Tearaway unfolded, it's really shows up that the design could be improved a lot. I'm on my 6th controller now.

Give me an pro ds4. But for the love of God, keep the analogue sticks in line. None of this silly xbox controller layout please.

Now that Sony is working more with Microsoft let Xbox controllers work on playstation with out adaptors and the people can use the Xbox elite 2 controller.

@Luna-Harmony - ehh.. sony's in the business of selling their own controllers (or making money off licensing 3rd party ones), not giving a helping hand to a competitor to sell more of theirs.

All of the gamers I know on PC and Xbox only use one or two paddles on the elite controller anyway. It essentially allows them to jump and move/aim without ever taking their thumbs off the joysticks. $30 bucks to make this happen instead of paying three times that for a Pro controller is an excellent option. Could see this being in handy for MMOs or Frostpunk type games too if they allow for extra inputs not on a native controller.

Personally I am interested and will be buying it.

I know it is simple and yes slightly overpriced for what it is. But I can’t afford the more expensive controllers and as someone who plays a lot of FPS games, I have long wanted to have back buttons so I can aim whilst jumping more effectively.

Im not paying €150 for a controller no matter how good it is. The controller now is great maybe a bigger battery if they make one for just below €100 o would consider it.

@Neolit One problem already is the missing USB C.

@leucocyte
They try and try to make xbox one controller clones and they all fail the Xbox one elite 2 is the best controller ever it works on every system apart from PS4 it's so annoying.

"if viewing stats are anything to go by, PlayStation fans are making it clear that they want the same capabilities on PS4."

That's a hell of a reach. Many will, like myself, have watched merely out of curiosity. I don't feel any need to buy one. It's a bit like saying that because I watch a particular political video on YouTube, I must support that point of view.

We'll see how well (or not) it sells. That's the only indicator of actual demand.

I wouldn't buy a £100+ controller just for some reprogrammable paddles, but I would drop £26 on something like this. This is actually a very canny move from Sony.

I need it to get rid of R3 on the thumbstick. I hate to switch Dead Eye in RDR2 Online with R3. On the back it would be way more responsive and precise for me.