PlayStation have revealed that the fighting stick that they had codenamed ‘Project Defiant’ is now called the ‘FlexStrike Wireless Fight Stick,’ and it will be released in 2026.

The fighting stick was first revealed during the June State of Play, so it hasn’t been too long between knowing it as a codename and a fully-titled product. Nonetheless, the FlexStrike Wireless Fight Stick is a SIE developer fighting pad that will work with PS5 and PC, either wired or wireless, with a PlayStation Link.

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Here are additional features that PlayStation shared about the FlexStrike Wireless Fight Stick on the PS Blog with this news:

  • Simultaneous PlayStation Link audio: On PS5, the FlexStrike wireless fight stick offers a seamless fighting game experience. Players can use a single PS Link USB adapter to connect the FlexStrike wireless fight stick and a Pulse Elite wireless headset or Pulse Explore wireless earbuds simultaneously on PS5, for an ultra-low latency audio and voice chat experience in the heat of battle.
  • FlexStrike wireless fight stick will feature an updated PlayStation Link USB adapter that is compatible with USB-C ports.
  • Dual FlexStrike wireless fight stick connections: On PS5, connect two FlexStrike wireless fight sticks via a single PS Link USB adapter for couch competition or co-op.
  • Durable and ergonomic design: The FlexStrike wireless fight stick features a unique, ergonomic design with comfortably angled surfaces and a non-slip base for a firm foundation. It also has a high-quality custom-designed digital stick.
  • DualSense controller connectivity: You can keep your DualSense wireless controller on PS5 connected at the same time as the FlexStrike wireless fight stick, if you’d like to use it as an additional controller for navigating menus between fights.
  • Adjustable controls and DualSense inputs: The FlexStrike wireless fight stick features the same game control inputs found on the DualSense controller**, plus a touchpad. There’s also additional customization options – you can switch directional inputs with a built-in lever mode switch, or lock in the layout and prevent accidental inputs during a match with a dedicated lock button.
  • For players who choose to connect just the FlexStrike wireless fight stick to their PS5, a quick press of the PS button can also wake the connected PS5 console once synced.

The news was revealed ahead of the EVO Championship Series, which will take place in Las Vegas this weekend. Sony will also be showing off more about Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls at EVO 2025 this weekend, alongside developer Arc System Works.