On the 30th anniversary of PlayStation’s North American debut, Killscreen delivers a controller decades in the making: the 1080-R. Hand-built for performance and color-matched with surgical precision, it’s the first and only PS5 controller that truly brings back the legendary “Original Gray.”
While Sony has explored gray tones on modern hardware — including the Japan-only 30th Anniversary PS5 controller — none have ever matched the exact color of the SCPH-1080 that launched with the original PlayStation in 1995.
Only the 1080R delivers the real thing.
Killscreen went as far as opening a factory-sealed SCPH-1080, untouched since 1995, to ensure an exact match to the original controller’s color. That attention to detail shows in every unit — down to the sacred shape symbols and curve of the D-pad.
The Ones Who Brought Retro Back
Killscreen created the rules on retro controller design. From Ocean Blue and Zen Black to Emerald, Lemon Yellow, and Crimson Red, they’ve become the name to know when it comes to high-performance classic PlayStation 5 controllers.
For more than a year, fans have been spotting subtle references to the Original Gray — a quiet promise that something big was coming.
Now it’s here. And it’s louder than ever.
The Shape of a Legacy
The original SCPH-1080 introduced a generation to the future. Its rounded grips, perfect balance, and unmistakable tone became icons in their own right.
Thirty years later, the 1080R doesn’t just pay tribute — it revives that legacy with cutting-edge performance built for the modern age.
Engineered for High-Level Play
As with all Killscreen controllers, the 1080R combines elite components with tournament-grade engineering. Whether you’re climbing ranked or dropping into LAN, it’s built to perform.
Core Features:
- TMR Anti-Drift Thumbsticks – Highest resolution magnetic sensors for permanent stick drift immunity
- Mechanical Microswitch Face Buttons & D-Pad – Crisp, tactile actuation for responsive input
- Tactile Mechanical Hair Triggers – Tuned for fast action and competitive shooters
- Shock or Sense Button Styles – Choose DualShock-style (flat tops, sloped D-pad) or DualSense-style (glossy, modern profile)
- Pro-Grade Handling & Tournament Compliance – Built to Killscreen’s Competitive Integrity Standard
- DualSense Core Features – Adaptive triggers, advanced haptics, and integrated pro comms
- Limited Production – Each controller ships with a collector’s case (while supplies last)
Whispers in the Competitive Scene
Killscreen has been making waves in the esports space — with more top players picking up their gear every month. The 1080R isn’t just a collector’s piece. It’s already been seen showing up in scrims, grind sessions, and on stage.
And while there’s no official word yet, insiders are already talking: back buttons, grippy rear shells, and a full pro edition could be on the horizon.
Limited Release. Global Reach.
The 1080R is available now in limited quantities at Killscreen.io/30th, launching on 09/09/2025 to mark the 30th anniversary of PlayStation in North America.
Each controller is hand-built to order and ships worldwide — including the USA, UK, France, Germany, Netherlands, and more. Every unit includes a collector-grade protective case while supplies last.
This is a limited production run. Once they’re gone, they’re gone.
