Sony Unveils Project Defiant Wireless Fight Stick For Low-Latency Brawls On PS5 And PC

For those reading the headline and hoping for 1:1 nunchucks or light saber battles in the living room with your buddies—sorry to say, Sony's new surprise "Project Defiant" reveal is anything but. Instead, it's simply the company's first ever wireless arcade fight stick designed specifically for PlayStation 5 consoles and PC platforms. Unveiled during a recent State of Play presentation, this sleek new peripheral promises "ultra-low latency" and portability for fighting game enthusiasts.

For years, the fighting game community has largely relied on third-party manufacturers for their arcade-style controllers. Project Defiant marks a significant pivot for Sony, demonstrating its commitment to its fanbase (cashing in on the lucrative PS5 accessory market doesn't hurt either). Edwin Foo, Vice President of Product Development at Sony Interactive Entertainment, emphasized the controller's focus on flexibility, allowing players to choose between ultra-low latency wireless play via PlayStation Link ...