Sony Announces Translucent PlayStation 5 Prism Collection
The new hardware accessories feature three color options and showcase internal console components.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Gaming
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Sony has introduced the Prism collection, a new line of translucent PlayStation 5 accessories including console covers and controllers. The collection offers a unique aesthetic by exposing the internal hardware components of the gaming system.
Why it matters
This release expands the customization options for PlayStation 5 users who prefer a retro-inspired, transparent look for their gaming setup. It marks the latest effort by Sony to refresh the hardware design language of its flagship console through aesthetic variations.
The Prism collection features Flare Orange, Emerald Green, and Graphite Gray colorways. DualSense controllers are priced at $85, while console covers retail for $75.
The players
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The details
The collection uses translucent plastic wraps to reveal the internal fan and internal circuitry of the PlayStation 5. Beyond these new aesthetic options, Sony previously launched a transparent pair of earbuds as part of its hardware portfolio.
Timeline
Sony officially announced the new Prism collection on October 28, 2026.
Preorders for the new collection begin on November 10, 2026.
The products are scheduled to begin shipping on February 4, 2027.
Sony will conclude the production of physical game discs in 2028.
Culture Shift
This release follows a recurring industry pattern by reviving the nostalgic translucent design trend originally popularized by electronics in the late 1990s and early 2000s. It reflects a shift toward using retro aesthetics to drive consumer interest in modern hardware accessories.
Players interested in the collection can begin placing orders on November 10, 2026. The shift toward digital-only media by 2028 will eventually require users to adjust their purchasing habits for new game titles.
The takeaway
The Prism collection offers players a way to customize their console hardware with a distinct visual style. Users planning to upgrade their setup should prepare for a future where physical discs are phased out by the end of 2028.
Further reading
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