Overview

• The fight stick features a custom-designed digital stick with toolless interchangeable restrictor gates and mechanical switches on its eight main buttons.
• It supports ultra-low latency wireless gameplay via PlayStation Link technology and offers an optional USB-C wired connection for zero-lag input.
• The design includes an onboard storage compartment for spare restrictor gates and the PS Link adapter, plus a sling carry case for secure transport.
• Sony plans to launch Project Defiant in 2026 and will reveal its official name, pricing and full specifications in the months ahead.
• The announcement coincides with new fighting game reveals like Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls and the Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection, marking Sony’s broader push into competitive gaming hardware.