Sony just unveiled Project Defiant – ‘the first wireless fight stick designed by Sony’ for PS5 and PC

Fight stick/Project Defiant

Today, during the PlayStation of Play, Sony officially revealed Project Defiant, the “the first wireless fight stick designed by Sony Interactive Entertainment for PS5 and PC.” Scope out the details down below.

Today’s showcase gave us our very first look at the upcoming controller – it make use of “PlayStation Link technology to deliver wireless connectivity with ultra-low latency for fighting games,” and is likely making an appearance today to go hand-in-hand with the new Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls game that headlined the summer State of Play. 

Today, we are excited to unveil the first wireless fight stick designed by Sony Interactive Entertainment, codenamed Project Defiant. This sleek new controller will give players more flexibility to play their favorite fighting games, whether that is wirelessly with the innovative PlayStation Link technology that provides ultra-low latency, or through a wired connection on PS5 or PC. 

Here are some of the details from Sony on what to expect for the new PlayStation FightStick:

• Custom-designed Controls Controller for Fighting Games: Project Defiant features a high-quality digital stick that’s custom designed by Sony Interactive Entertainment. The controller features toolless interchangeable restrictor gates (square, circle, and octagon) for the stick, buttons with mechanical switches, and a touch pad like the one found on the DualSense wireless controller. It’s built in a sturdy, ergonomic design for a comfortable feel during intense fight sessions. For convenience and portability, the controller has a storage compartment for restrictor gates and PS Link USB adapter. Project Defiant also supports the ability to wirelessly wake up your PS5 by pressing and holding the PS button.
• Ultra-low Latency Wireless Connectivity: Players will be able to nail all of their input timing with the benefit of our innovative PS Link wireless technology that is compatible with PS5 and PC, which provides precise in-game response to each button press and digital stick movement. Plus, there’s also the option to simply plug in to play via a wired USB-C connection.
• Included Sling Carry Case: Players can easily take Project Defiant on the go in a sleek, sturdy carrying case that includes a lever gap to keep the digital stick safe during transport. 

No release date or pre-order details have been mentioned outside of a launch in 2026, which will also include the “final product name.”