Sony Sets Prices and August Launches for FlexStrike Fight Stick, 27-inch Gaming Monitor, and Pulse Elevate Speakers

Sony disclosed pricing and launch windows for two new PlayStation-branded accessories. The FlexStrike wireless fight stick will ship on August 6 2025 for $199.99, with pre-orders opening June 12 at 10 a.m. ET. The stick is initially compatible only with the PS5; Sony indicated that PC support will be added after launch. Sony’s 27-inch gaming monitor will become available on August 27 2025 for $349.99, with pre-orders beginning June 5 at 10 a.m. ET. The monitor features a 2560 × 1440 IPS panel, variable-refresh-rate (VRR) technology, and a built-in DualSense charging hook. The Pulse Elevate Bluetooth speaker line, announced in September 2024, is slated for release later in 2025, though Sony has not released a price.

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Sony first revealed its new PlayStation accessory lineup last year, highlighting a Bluetooth speaker pair and a 27-inch QHD display. The FlexStrike fight stick was announced in July 2024, emphasizing integration with the PlayStation ecosystem through DualSense-style controls. The monitor’s design, including a flip-down charging cradle, was previewed in November 2024. The Pulse Elevate speakers were introduced in September 2024 but have remained without detailed specifications.

CNET

• FlexStrike Fight Stick: $199.99 (rounded to $200 in some reports); 4 ms input lag; up to 40 hours battery life; DualSense-style buttons, touchpad, Share, Options, L3, R3; built-in storage compartment; cross-body carrying case.

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• 27-inch Monitor: $349.99 (rounded to $350 in some reports); 2560 × 1440 IPS panel; VRR; 120 Hz via PS5/PS5 Pro HDMI, 240 Hz via PC/Mac DisplayPort; DualSense charging hook; two HDMI, one DisplayPort, two USB-A, one USB-C; built-in stereo speakers and 3.5 mm audio out; VESA-mount compatible.

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• Pulse Elevate Speakers: Bluetooth connectivity; launch “later this year”; price undisclosed.

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Sony confirmed that PC compatibility for the FlexStrike will be introduced after the initial PS5 launch. The company also stated that the monitor supports up to 120 Hz when paired with a PS5 or PS5 Pro and up to 240 Hz with compatible PCs or Macs. Regarding the Pulse Elevate line, Sony indicated that further details, including pricing, will be shared “soon.”

The Verge

Sources differ on exact pricing: the fight stick is listed as $199.99 in one report and $200 in another; the monitor appears as $349.99 and $350 respectively. No performance specifications or pricing have been released for the Pulse Elevate speakers, leaving a gap in the accessory lineup’s full details. The timeline for PC support of the FlexStrike remains unspecified beyond the statement that it will arrive “sometime after launch.”

The Verge

• “The monitor has a dedicated hook that can pop out from the back of the monitor to charge a DualSense controller, too — looks super handy.” — Sony product video

The Verge

• “Sony claims the FlexStrike is capable of input lag as low as 4ms and up to 40 hours of battery life.” — Sony technical brief

CNET

• “Initially, the FlexStrike will work just on PS5, but Sony says that PC support will be rolled out sometime after launch.” — Sony statement

The Verge

Pre-order windows open in early June, followed by the August releases of the FlexStrike and monitor. Sony plans to roll out PC compatibility for the fight stick later in 2025 and to announce pricing and availability for the Pulse Elevate speakers before the end of the year. Reviewers and consumers will evaluate the accessories’ performance on both console and PC platforms once they become widely available.

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