Sony’s translucent PS5 controllers are a nostalgic hit of retro gaming flair

Sony has introduced a new lineup of translucent PS5 controllers and console covers under the Prism range, channeling the nostalgic appeal of 1990s transparent gaming aesthetics. These accessories come in three distinct colors: Flare Orange, Emerald Green, and Graphite Gray, each offering a premium glossy sheen for an elevated design.

The Prism controllers and console covers aim to evoke the see-through trend that was popular during the late '90s, a period that many tech companies have recently embraced to entice fans of retro gaming culture. Sony's design director, Leo Cardoso, expressed excitement about rekindling the transparent controllers craze in a modern and fresh manner that complements the PS5's industrial design.

Available for pre-order from November 10, 2026, and set to launch on February 4, 2027, the Prism range will be priced at $84.99 / £74.99 / €84.99 for the controllers and $74.99 / £64.99 / €74.99 for the console covers. With Microsoft's recent release of a translucent Xbox Series X and controller, Sony appears to be strategically positioning itself to avoid being outdone in the retro gaming revival, potentially satisfying long-term PlayStation fans who may have felt left behind in the visual design race.