Sony delays PS5 FlexStrike fight stick past August 6

PlayStation has delayed the release of its FlexStrike Wireless Fight Stick, pushing the PS5 accessory beyond its planned August 6 launch date because of what it called “unexpected production delays.” The company said the controller will now arrive “at a later date.”

In an updated PlayStation Blog post, Sony said it is taking more time before shipping the hardware.

“We’re working to ensure we deliver the best possible experience to our players with FlexStrike, so we’re taking extra time to put the finishing touches on the product. We apologize for this delay and look forward to bringing the FlexStrike experience to the community when it launches.”

Pre-orders for the fight stick opened on June 12. Sony said customers who ordered through PlayStation Direct can check their order status there and will receive updates about their purchase. Anyone who pre-ordered through another retailer should look for information from that seller directly.

The FlexStrike is priced at $199.99 / £179.99. Earlier this year, TechRadar senior reviews writer Harry Padoan tested the device and said it “hits the right notes” in performance against Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, calling it “approachable and straightforward to use” and saying it offers “ultra-low latency in both wired and wireless capacities.”

The delay lands amid broader criticism aimed at Sony over its plans to end physical game disc production. According to the source, the company has not directly addressed that backlash, and a recent FlexStrike advertisement also drew heavy criticism.

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