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# Celebratory Gaming Controllers
The PlayStation 4 20th Anniversary Dualshock 4 Controller is Iconic

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2015-09-17 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstation-4-20th-anniversary-dualshock-4-controller
References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/playstation-4-20th-anniversary-dualshock-4-controller-16-09-2015/) & [amazon](http://www.amazon.co.uk/DualShock-Wireless-Controller-20th-Anniversary/dp/B013C7L1QE/?tag=trenhunt0f-20)

Fans of the [Sony](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/killscreen-cubesense)-made gaming console are sure to be excited about the release of the [PlayStation 4](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperkin-the-competitor) 20th Anniversary Dualshock 4 Controller, which is available now in the UK. Crafted with the iconic grey color originally used with the first [Playstation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstation-30th-anniversary) console, the PlayStation 4 20th Anniversary Dualshock 4 Controller is a nod to the past without forgetting about the present; the controller works seamlessly with the system it is designed for.

The PlayStation 4 20th Anniversary Dualshock 4 Controller features a home button that features the original Playstation logo that many will remember from when it debuted on the first console. Available for £49.99, the PlayStation 4 20th Anniversary Dualshock 4 Controller should be snatched up quickly as it's not likely to be around for long.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.9/10
- Popularity: 49% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial
- Top markets: Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Retro Gaming Controllers:** Companies can capitalize on nostalgia by creating retro-inspired gaming controllers for popular gaming consoles.
- **Limited Edition Gaming Accessories:** Companies can create limited edition gaming accessories to commemorate special occasions, such as anniversaries or milestones.
- **Branded Gaming Peripherals:** Brands can partner with gaming console manufacturers to create unique branded gaming peripherals for fans of their products.

### Where This Applies

- **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies can develop unique gaming peripherals to enhance the user experience for gamers.
- **Gaming:** Gaming companies can release limited edition accessories to commemorate special events or anniversaries and increase fan engagement.
- **Marketing:** Marketing agencies can use limited edition gaming peripherals as promotional products for their clients, providing a unique and memorable giveaway item.

## Related on Trend Hunter

- [Anniversary-Celebrating Console Bundles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstation-30th-anniversary.md)
- [Retro Console-Inspired Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/killscreen-cubesense.md)
- [Special-Edition Branded Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concord-controller.md)
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- [Retro-Style Game Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-flight-stick.md)
- [Game Console Anniversary Releases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonys-celebrates-30th-anniversary.md)
- [Co-Branded Game Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astro-bot-dualsense.md)
- [Console-Collectible Toy Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstation-x-berbrick.md)
