FlexStrike Fight Stick Postponed
Sony's FlexStrike PS5 Fight Stick Delayed Indefinitely Due to Unforeseen Production Issues
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FlexStrike is priced at $199.99 and includes a sling carry case and a built-in rechargeable battery, with a flat, arcade-style button layout designed for competitive play.
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The Victrix Pro FS, a premium fight stick manufactured by PDP under license from Sony, has also been delayed and is currently unavailable through the PlayStation Store, illustrating broader scheduling and supply-chain challenges among high-end PlayStation peripherals.
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Sony’s push into higher-end peripherals is underscored by the Pulse Elite wireless headset, which uses planar magnetic drivers for higher fidelity, alongside ongoing efforts to better support third-party displays under the Ready for PlayStation 5 branding (4K/120Hz with VRR).
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Pre-orders for FlexStrike opened on June 27, with status updates to be provided via PlayStation and retailers; customers who bought through third-party retailers are advised to contact those retailers for order questions.
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Sony originally planned to launch FlexStrike on the same date as Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, aiming to boost sales through a coordinated release, a plan now disrupted by the delay.
Sony has indefinitely delayed its FlexStrike wireless fight stick for PS5 and PC, scrapping the original August 6, 2025 launch date with no new date announced. The company cited "unexpected production delays" and said it is "taking extra time" to get the product right, according to IGN.
The delay is a blow to fighting game fans. Sony had planned to launch FlexStrike on the same day as Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, a coordinated release designed to boost sales of both products. That plan is now off the table, Comic Book reported.
What the FlexStrike Is and What It Costs
FlexStrike is Sony's first in-house fight stick. It is priced at $199.99. The device connects wirelessly and includes a built-in rechargeable battery. It also ships with a sling carry case. The layout is flat and arcade-style, built for competitive play.
Pre-orders opened on June 27. Sony says it will provide status updates through PlayStation's own channels and through retailers. Customers who ordered through third-party stores are advised to contact those retailers directly, Shacknews noted.
Marvel Tōkon Launch Plans Now Thrown Into Doubt
Sony had timed FlexStrike's release to line up with Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls. The idea was simple: sell the game and the perfect controller together. With FlexStrike delayed, that strategy is broken. It is unclear whether Marvel Tōkon will still launch on August 6.
Fighting game fans who planned to buy both on day one now face uncertainty. Sony has not said whether Marvel Tōkon's release date will shift to match the new peripheral timeline, Comic Book reported.
FlexStrike Is Not the Only Fight Stick in Trouble
The Victrix Pro FS, a premium tournament-grade fight stick made by PDP under Sony's license, has also faced delays. It is currently unavailable through the PlayStation Store. This shows the FlexStrike delay is not an isolated problem, IGN reported.
Together, the two delays point to broader supply and scheduling pressure across Sony's high-end peripheral lineup. Fight sticks are complex, specialized hardware. Getting them right — and on time — is proving difficult for Sony and its partners alike.
Sony's Bigger Push Into Premium Accessories Continues
Despite the setback, Sony is still expanding its accessory lineup. The Pulse Elite wireless headset uses planar magnetic drivers for higher audio quality. Sony is also pushing its Ready for PlayStation 5 branding, which certifies third-party displays for 4K at 120Hz with variable refresh rate support.
The FlexStrike, once it arrives, is meant to be the flagship of Sony's first-party controller ecosystem. Sony apologized for the delay and said it wants to ensure a quality launch, Shacknews reported. No new date has been set.
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