So, after sitting in virtual queues since launch, you finally have a PS5. Now you want to know the best accessories you can pick up to go along with it. There are a few things out there, most of which are officially endorsed or licensed by PlayStation which is always nice, although tends to bump up the price depending on the item.

Your base PS5 without any bells and whistles can naturally do quite a bit all by itself. It's an incredibly impressive next-gen console after all. However, if you want to keep your DualSense's battery topped up, have something that makes a little more sense to hand when watching TV, or want to make the pricey leap into VR, this is the list of accessories you really need to peruse before making any decisions.

Best Accessories For PS5

If you play games online with friends, then one of the first things you do after picking up a controller is pop on a headset. PlayStation is in the business of changing that for some people, releasing its first set of PS5 earbuds. The Pulse Explore Earbuds have a mic in each of them so you can communicate with others, and AI-boosted noise-canceling tech to block out as much outside noise as possible. They also have a long battery life, boosted by the charging case that comes with them that provides an additional ten hours of battery life.

Yeah earbuds are great, but for some gamers, there's nothing quite like a traditional headset. PlayStation's Pulse Elite Headset is both traditional and advanced, boasting the same AI-enhanced noise rejection tech as the earbuds above, but it's a full $50 cheaper. The mic is retractable, so very little risk of snapping or damaging it when not in use, and you can connect to headset to two devices at the same time. Unsure why that's a good thing? Get back to me when you get an important call in the middle of your next gaming session.

PlayStation is getting back into the handheld console market. No, not via another PSP, although the PlayStation Portal does have the same acronym. The Portal is simply a device you can use to play your PS5 games remotely. Made to look like a DualSense that has been sawn in half and a screen stuck in the middle, the Portal needs WiFi and your PS5 needs to be turned on for it to connect to the console and work. It can be used away from your home as long as you're connected to WiFi, in theory, but PlayStation seems pretty adamant it's a device that is primarily used around the home when in close proximity to your console.

The PS5's DualSense is an impressive piece of tech and maybe the best controller created to date. It does have one big flaw though, its battery life. Having to tether your controllers to your console at regular intervals can be a little frustrating. That's why this charging station is a must-have for gamers. The only thing you need to do is make sure one or both of your controllers are always on it when not in use, and if gaming alone, make sure your spare one is on there so it can be switched when the one you've been using needs some juice.

PlayStation has a lot of covers that allow you to easily change the color of your console which is great, but sometimes you want your console to represent a particular game or series you love. Marvel's Spider-Man might be the biggest exclusive under the PlayStation banner right now, so it makes sense that Spider-Man 2 is the first game to get its own cover. Mostly black as it represents the symbiote engulfing your PS5, there's also a splash of red and the iconic Spider-Man logo in the bottom corner.

If you can't wait for PlayStation to launch Project Q, or like me you live in fear of how much it is going to cost, there's already a way to play PS5 games remotely. The Backbone One is an officially licensed PS5 accessory that is basically a controller with a space to slot your phone. Once connected, you can then stream and play PS5 games through your phone. Yes, you need a WiFi connection to make it happen, but it basically lets your PS5 become PlayStation's answer to the Nintendo Switch. You know, if your Switch stopped working as soon as you left the house.

Both PlayStation and Xbox have taken the welcome route with its current generation of consoles to sells ways of changing the appearance of the one console you own rather than having to buy an entirely new console when a special edition one is released. Xbox is doing it via wraps for the Series X, and the PS5 has a cover you can remove and replace. Among the best options available so far are the shiny additions made via PlayStation's Deep Earth collection. The three colors available are Volcanic Red, Cobalt Blue, and Sterling Silver. All shiny, and all of them look great.

Console looking like it is being controlled by a symbiote not good enough? Get the DualSense to match. Or, if you don't want your entire console to be Spider-Man-themed, you can just grab the controller. Matching the black and red design complete with Spidey logo as the cover, the controller is also a little easier to find. I'd snap up one if they are in stock though as they do still tend to sell out pretty quickly.

Cover your eyes hardcore gamers, because here comes a hard home truth. Consoles aren't only used for playing games anymore. A lot of people may even use their PS5 to watch Netflix more than they do to play Fortnite. Until my son discovered Astro's Playroom, he assumed our PS5 was just a big white box he needed to turn on to make Bluey happen. When it comes to non-gaming stuff on your PS5, it's handy to have a regular remote handy. Added bonus, it gives you another opportunity to pop your weary DualSense on the charging station I mentioned earlier.

Last but not least, the most expensive of all the PS5 accessories. In fact, the PS VR2 is so expensive that it currently costs more than the PS5 itself. Yes, if you want to own and use a PS VR2, it's technically going to cost you more than $1,000 when all is said and done, and that's before you've bought a single game. If you have that sort of money then this really is a must-have. The games available right now are limited, but there are some terrific experiences to be had in VR courtesy of PlayStation.

FAQ

What Accessories Are Included With The PS5?

None of the above accessories come with a PS5 as standard. In fact, other than the console itself and the wires you need to hook it up, the only accessory you get with a standard PS5 is one DualSense controller, although there are bundles that include more controllers and other items.

Is There Going To Be A PS5 Pro?

Although Sony hasn't confirmed anything yet, it seems very likely the PS5 will be getting a Pro or Slim version in the future. PlayStation has released an alternate version of all its consoles so far and it has been heavily rumored the PS5 will get the same treatment.