More than two years after the PlayStation 5’s release, there are finally other controller options other than the DualSense. Sure, there have been numerous modded PS5 controllers from third-party manufacturers, but the PDP Victrix Pro BFG is the first officially licensed PS5 controller to be revealed. After spending some time with the BFG, the premium controller lives up to its $180 price. With excellent ergonomics and arguably unparalleled versatility thanks to its modular design, the Victrix Pro BFG is definitely worth a hard look if you’re in the market for a competitive gamepad or simply prefer the form factor of Xbox controllers.
Though the Victrix Pro BFG was the first third-party controller revealed for PS5, it’s not the only one to choose from. The Razer Wolverine V2 Pro also releases this month, and PlayStation’s own DualSense Edge launches in January. I can’t comment on how it compares to the Edge just yet, but I also tested the Wolverine and will share thoughts on how they stack up against each other at the bottom of this review.
Modular design adds versatility
The Victrix Pro BFG goes beyond the usual features of competitive controllers like enhanced grips, swappable stick caps, and remappable rear triggers. It has all of those essential boxes checked, but it has far more customization features than you’d expect from most controllers–even high-end ones in this price range. The BFG has a modular design that allows you to switch input layouts on the fly.