Sony is celebrating 30 years of Gran Turismo with a special PS5 controller.
On October 14, 2026, Sony revealed the DualSense Wireless Controller – Gran Turismo Limited Edition on the PlayStation Blog. It costs $84.99 in the US. Pre-orders open on October 22 at 10:00am ET, and the controller launches on December 10.
The same post announced Part 1 of the Gran Turismo 7 Spec IV update, a free update with six new cars and the Sportsland Sugo circuit.
Sony says the controller will be sold in limited quantities, while supplies last. If you want one, the pre-order day matters.
Key dates
| Date | What happens |
|---|---|
| October 14, 2026 | Sony reveals the controller and the Spec IV (Part 1) update |
| October 14, 2026, 11:00pm PDT | Gran Turismo 7 Spec IV (Part 1) goes live for free |
| October 22, 2026, 10:00am ET | US pre-orders open at direct.playstation.com |
| October 22, 2026, 10:00am local time | Pre-orders open in the UK and nine EU countries through PlayStation's own store |
| December 10, 2026 | The controller launches globally |
A note on the update date. Sony's US blog lists the Spec IV update at 11:00pm PDT on October 14. That is the morning of October 15 in Europe and Japan, which is why some sites say October 15. It is the same release.
Gran Turismo Limited Edition vs standard DualSense
| Gran Turismo Limited Edition | Standard DualSense | |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $84.99 (Sony's recommended price) | Usually less. Check the current price |
| Other prices | €84.99, £74.99, ¥12,480 | Varies by color and store |
| Design | White shell, two black racing stripes on the touchpad, carbon-fibre-style front plate, a "30" race number and Gran Turismo logos | Plain white, black or color options |
| Hardware | Sony has not listed any changes | Haptic feedback, adaptive triggers, built-in mic, 3.5mm headset jack, USB-C |
| Availability | Limited quantities, pre-order from October 22 | In stock now |
| Ships | December 10, 2026 | Now |
| Where to buy (US) | direct.playstation.com and participating retailers | Amazon and most stores |
Prices, dates and the design description come from Sony's PlayStation Blog post. The race number and white shell are visible in Sony's official product image. Standard DualSense features come from Sony's Amazon listing.
Where sources disagree:
- Retailers. Sony says pre-orders open "direct from PlayStation (where available), as well as participating retailers." It does not name the US retailers. Some sites say only PlayStation Direct in the US. If you plan to use Amazon or another store, check on October 22.
- Update date. As above, October 14 in the US and October 15 in Europe and Japan.
What is new
The design is the whole point. Sony says the controller is inspired by the craftsmanship and engineering behind Gran Turismo. It pairs racing stripes and motorsport graphics with a textured, carbon-fibre-style front plate. The official image also shows a "30" race number, a "Worldwide 100 Million 2025" badge and the line "The Drive of Your Life."
No hardware changes have been announced. Sony calls it a DualSense wireless controller and talks only about the look. So you should expect the same haptic feedback, adaptive triggers and battery as a normal DualSense. We will update this if Sony says otherwise.
The price matches other recent special editions. The Shortcut notes that $84.99 is in line with Sony's other limited edition DualSense controllers, such as the Marathon edition.
It comes with a free game update. Gran Turismo 7 Spec IV (Part 1) adds six new cars, including the Xiaomi Vision Gran Turismo, the Ferrari F355 Berlinetta '94, the Honda Civic Si Group A '87 and the Mazda RX-Vision GT3 Evo '26. It also adds the Sportsland Sugo circuit, six new World Circuit events, a new Experience mode and new Car Viewer features. Sony says Part 2 follows later. You need an internet connection to download it, and in-game credits to buy the new cars.
Where each one wins
- Gran Turismo Limited Edition wins on looks and collector value. It is a one-time anniversary design, and Sony is only making a limited number.
- Standard DualSense wins on price and availability. You can buy it today, and it should play the same.
Which should you buy?
- Pre-order the Gran Turismo Limited Edition if you love Gran Turismo and want a controller that stands out. Be ready at 10:00am ET on October 22.
- Buy a standard DualSense if you just need a second controller for couch play or to replace a worn one. You do not have to wait until December.
- Buy Gran Turismo 7 if you have a PS5 but not the game. The Spec IV update is free for all players.
- Wait if you are hoping for a full Gran Turismo bundle or more items. Sony has only announced the controller so far, and Spec IV Part 2 is still to come.
Also shopping for Xbox? See our Xbox Nano Controller vs Xbox Wireless Controller guide, or line up products with our compare tool.
Other tech news this week
- Apple opened pre-orders for the foldable iPhone Duo on October 16, ahead of an October 23 launch. 9to5Mac reports that early stock went fast.
- Xreal launched the 1 Pro+ AR glasses at $599. Read our Xreal 1 Pro+ vs One Pro vs 1S guide.
- Beats released a Pokémon Beats Pill for $149.99. See our Pokémon Beats Pill vs Beats Pill guide.
Sources
- PlayStation Blog: Gran Turismo 7's Spec IV (Part 1) and the DualSense Gran Turismo Limited Edition
- DLCompare: Sony reveals a Gran Turismo 30th anniversary DualSense
- RacingGames.gg: Sony reveals limited-edition Gran Turismo 7 DualSense
- The Shortcut: Gran Turismo 7 PS5 controller pre-order date, price and release date
- 9to5Mac: iPhone Duo launch
- Amazon: PlayStation DualSense Wireless Controller listing
Image: DualSense Wireless Controller – Gran Turismo Limited Edition, via Sony Interactive Entertainment.
