It's been a little over a year since Sony released the PlayStation 5 and it's still incredibly hard to come by.

For those lucky enough to own one, they will probably want to buy some essential accessories to get the most out of their PS5.

Maybe you want to stream to Twitch or better communicate with your friends during heated games of 'Call of Duty: Vanguard'?

Or maybe you just need an extra control or two for home competitions?

No matter what you're looking for, here are our picks for the best PS5 accessories that will make your Sony console experience even better.

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Best PS5 accessories

KontrolFreek Performance Thumbsticks:

Need an extra thumb grip on your DualSense controller?

KontrolFreek performance thumbsticks may be exactly what you are looking for.

These custom rubber accessories give you a little extra grip, making it easy to play your favorite titles.

And since they're available in a variety of colors and styles, KontrolFreek thumbsticks are a great way to make your DualSense look more personalized.

Media Remote PS5:

Sometimes you don't want to fumble with a big controller and when you're watching Netflix on your PlayStation 5. That's where Sony's Media Remote comes in.

This stylish and convenient remote includes all the essential navigation and playback controls you need to watch your favorite shows and movies, and even features dedicated Disney +, Netflix, Spotify, and YouTube buttons to go straight to some of the most popular apps. from the console.

WD_Black 500GB SN850 Solid State Drive:

There are plenty of options available for PS5 owners who want an external hard drive solution, as the included storage is just 825GB.

As games almost average 100GB per game, additional storage can be more of a necessity.

The problem with external hard drives is that they can only be used to store and play PS4 games.

To run PS5 games from storage, a compatible SSD is required.

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Since the console firmware update to accept SSDs in September, PS5 owners can open their consoles for additional storage.

Western Digital's SN850 NVMe Internal Gaming SSD WD_BLACK Solid State Drive with Heatsink is one of the fastest available.

The SSD provides 7000mb / s read speeds and 5300mb / s write speeds, which means that loading games and saving files essentially matches the PS5's internal SSD speeds.

PlayStation 3D Pulse Wireless Headphones:

Industry buzzwords like "ray tracing" and "SSD" were all the rage when Sony announced the PS5 in terms of visual fidelity.

However, Spatial Audio is setting trends to make the listening experience more immersive.

This is a 3D audio effect that provides location-based sounds within a three-dimensional virtual space.

Not only does it sound great when listening to music, but it is also compatible with games.

There are more than a dozen games that support Spatial Audio, including 'Spiderman: Miles Morales' ($ 51.25 /

MX $ 1,729) and 'Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart' (USD $ 83.38 /

MX $ 1,117).

One of the best headphones that supports this is Sony's Pulse 3D Wireless Headphone.

In addition to being tuned for the PS5, it is aesthetically beautiful compared to other gaming headsets.

It also has 12 hours of wireless playback and PC compatibility, and features noise-canceling microphones.

HyperX Cloud Stinger:

While the PS5's DualSense controller has a built-in microphone and speaker, you'll want a dedicated headset if you want to properly communicate with your 'Fortnite' or 'Call of Duty' squad while you can hear your opponents coming.

The HyperX Cloud Stinger is a great budget option, offering a sleek, lightweight design complete with comfortable leatherette earbuds ideal for long gaming sessions.

The headphones' noise-canceling mic will make it easy for your squad to hear you, while its 50mm drivers will make sure you hear every ambient detail as you repeatedly die in 'Demon's Souls.'

Oivo PS5 Stand:

Between the size of the console itself and a growing collection of games and accessories, owning a PS5 can be cumbersome when it comes to space requirements.

Oivo PS5 support helps manage space while offering a few other bonuses.

It has 12 spaces for games, which should be sufficient for most owners.

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The stand also features dual PS5 controller chargers that can complete the controllers to 100% in two and a half hours.

There is even an LED indicator to provide charging status.

Although the console is not necessarily noisy in normal use, having a suction cooling fan with three speed settings should help maintain a lower internal temperature.

Sokani P25 Key Light Panel:

Live streaming on the PS5 is pretty easy considering that all an owner really needs is a camera like the PS5 HD Camera and some headphones.

But those who want to make their broadcast sessions a bit more professional may want to invest in some lighting equipment.

One of the best is the Sokani P25 Key Light.

Having color temperature settings from 2800K to 8000K should help give PS5 owners their most preferred look when it comes to lighting.

Buyers who want to get a little creative also have access to eight special effects modes and 100-level brightness adjustment.

There's even a wireless remote to make lighting changes on the fly without having to move.

DualSense Wireless Control:

It never hurts to have extra control at hand.

Sony's new DualSense Wireless Controller is the most innovative gamepad we've ever used, thanks to advanced haptics and adaptive triggers that allow you to feel every detail of your favorite games in a way that wasn't possible before, so you can enjoy a more immersive experience.

PlayStation Plus for 12 months:

If you want to play online, you will most likely require PlayStation Plus.

And once you have the subscription, you will go to the races and find some other features that you will appreciate.

In particular, PS5 Plus owners have access to the PlayStation Plus collection, which features notable classics like 'God of War' (2018), 'The Last of Us Remastered' and dozens of other games.

Beyond that, every month the service offers at least two free games.

Additionally, Game Share allows users to play online multiplayer from a single console so that players who do not own a copy of their friend's game can still play.

DualSense charging station for PS5:

The PlayStation DualSense charging station is not a necessity, but with it you can charge up to two DualSense controllers at the same time.

And in addition to freeing up USB ports as it plugs into the wall, the station has a click-in design that connects controllers easily and securely.

Charging both controllers to full also takes just under three hours.

Quanba Drone:

If you're the type of gamer who takes his 'Street Fighter' or 'Tekken' seriously, a fighting stick is worth considering for arcade precision play.

The Qanba Drone is one of the most popular and affordable options out there, with high-quality Qanba buttons and a responsive joystick in a compact design to suit veteran fighting game fans as well as beginners alike.

Better yet, it's fully compatible with PS4 and PS5 titles, making it ideal for next-gen fighters like 'Mortal Kombat 11' and the upcoming 'Guilty Gear Strive.'

Quanba Drone:

If you're looking for a more immersive way to play the best PS5 racing games like 'Dirt 5' or want to get ready for the highly anticipated 'Gran Turismo 7', 'Hori's Racing Wheel Apex' is a solid and affordable starting point. .

This officially licensed racing accessory includes a full size wheel and dual petals built to replicate the feeling of speeding in your favorite car, complete with a secure clamp for mounting to your desk and fully programmable buttons and paddles.

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