Sony Launches PS5 Controller In Collaboration With LeBron James Limited Edition

PS5 PlayStation X LeBron James controller (Photo: PlayStation)

JAKARTA - PlayStation has just announced the cover for the PlayStation 5 and its limited edition DualSense wireless controller, the result of a collaboration with PlayStation Playmaker (PlayStation collaboration program) and world sports icon, LeBron James.

"Today, we're humbled to announce the limited edition PlayStation 5 console enclosure and DualSense wireless controller designed in collaboration with PlayStation Playmaker, sports icon, philanthropist, entrepreneur (and part-time God of War), LeBron James," wrote SVP & Head. of Global Marketing, SIE, Eric Lempel in his latest blog, quoted Monday, March 6.

Per the announcement, these specially designed PS5 accessories will feature elements inspired by LeBron and his love of games and community, and will be available as a limited release in select countries globally.

PS5 🤝 The 🐐@KingJames redefines play, co-designing the LeBron James Limited Edition PS5 Console Covers and DualSense wireless controller: https://t.co/JVTUqCR5oQ pic.twitter.com/XP281DCcWX

— PlayStation (@PlayStation) March 1, 2023

"As a PlayStation playmaker, LeBron co-designed the covers for the PS5 console and the DualSense wireless controller with personal imagery and meaningful sayings along the way," continued Lempel.

According to Lempel, from his record-breaking achievements in basketball to his extraordinary efforts to uplift his community, LeBron is an inspiration to many workers at PlayStation. He also said that he was very impressed when he saw LeBron's vision for design come to life and showed his passion for gaming and community.

"Still crazy to think a kid from Akron who grew up playing games could create something like this. Designing a console cover and controller with a PlayStation that gives a nod to my I Promise students and where we come from is pretty cool. I wish it was something that continues to inspire everyone who touches it, and they have a great time finding meaning in every detail," said LeBron James.

Fans in select markets will be able to pre-order the accessories exclusively through direct.playstation.com later this year. Sony also emphasized that the launch of this accessory is just the beginning for the PlayStation Playmaker program.

"We look forward to highlighting more stories from this dynamic and growing network of talent who are passionate about sharing their passion for PlayStation and video games with the world. They represent some of today's most exciting creators, athletes, actors, artists, gamers, and entertainers." ,” concluded Lempel.