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Sony Delays FlexStrike Fight Stick Launch

Unexpected production problems have pushed the accessory off schedule with no new release date announced and left a planned tie to Marvel Tokon in doubt.

Overview

  • Sony said Tuesday that the FlexStrike wireless fight stick, originally set to ship on August 6, will launch at a later, unspecified date because of unexpected production delays.
  • The company provided no new timeline in an updated PlayStation Blog post and promised to share further information “soon.”
  • PlayStation Direct customers who pre-ordered will receive order-status updates through the site and other retailers must be contacted directly for their own communications.
  • The product’s confirmed details — a $199.99 price, included sling carry case, built-in rechargeable battery, and initial PS5-only compatibility with PC support planned later — remain unchanged.
  • The delay breaks PlayStation’s coordinated launch strategy with Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, which stays on track for August 6, and could affect early sales and marketing momentum for the accessory.