It’s finally arrived! The PlayStation 5 just hit store shelves,the next console generation has landedand fans are clamoring to get one of their very own. While there’s nothing wrong with how the console looks right out of its packaging (even if it does look like a really expensive box of cereal), it is completely understandable if gamers wanted to customize their new gear and add some personality to the console.
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Even though it seems pretty hard to find a PS5 in stock through major retailers at launch, Etsy is loaded with PS5 decal skins made by actual humans that could really use the sales right now. Buy a decal and help an artist, even if there’s a waiting period until a PS5 is available for less than a couple thousand bucks from resellers.
10Dragon Flames
Of course there’s a cool dragon decal skin. For how often you seedragons in video games, it’s basically mandatory to have them decorating at least one console in any collection. Dragons are universally recognized in every major culture, leading historians and folklorists to agree that, whether or not they actually existed as they do in fantasy literature and art, the human mind wants them to be real.
The dragon’s flame looks hot enough to overheat the PS5, which is hopefully not an issue gamers will have to deal with in this new generation of consoles. Make a dragon friendhere.
9Outer Space Astronaut
Some video games (such asthe much-maligned but now vastly improvedNo Man’s Sky) allow players to be astronauts of their own. This skin is an interesting interpretation of what video games do for the human imagination, as if the astronaut is holding a mind that pours its creativity onto the blank void of space. Does the controller in a gamer’s hands give them power to create as well as explore? Absolutely.
Of course, art is always up for interpretation, so this skin is a great choice to help to spark some philosophical conversations next time someone comes over for a gaming session. Get ithere.
8Colorful Bubbles
This has a retro bowling alley vibe that complements the PS5’s design wonderfully. The playful color scheme would appeal to fans of Charley Harper’s art as well as theclassic Nickelodeon television showRocko’s Modern Life;the design looks like something Rocko or one of his neighbors would wear. It’s bright and cheerful, a nice splash of color to hold in your hands as you play.
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If there’s a gamer who is into Hawaiian shirts and cocktails served with tiki umbrellas, they’ll probably like this design. The decal’s design is sure to turn any gaming setup into a kitschy art installation. Support the artist and buy ithere.
7Snake Skin
This skin is sure to make some gamers' skin crawl, but that could be the perfect distraction in a localPvP match (especially an intense one). The subconscious fear of a snakebite could be just what’s needed for the competitive edge against an opponent.
Whether or not the snake’s bite would be poisonous is another discussion entirely reserved for zoologists, but this snake skin definitely makes a sharp statement for the gaming room. If creepy and slithering creatures aren’t frightening, get the skinhere.
6Big Eyes
Ever get the feeling that somebody’s watching? This skin is perfect for the gamer that likes to be the center of attention, since there’s always sure to be at least one pair of eyes watching everything they do from the controller.
Those eyes are bugging out like they just can’t believe how great the game’s going. The spider’s web adds a creepy touch.Fans ofSpider-Man: Miles Moralesare sure to find this one a great fit for their new system. Get the skin decalhere.
5Wavy Pastel
This is a wonderful skin decal for the gamer who appreciates soft pastel colors. There’s a sheen on the skin like soapy water, a calming reflective aura that is sure to help gamers forget their worries and focus on the game. With the way everyone has been under more stress than usual lately, it’s good to find a safe and simple way to relax.
This is good for a gamer who’d rather sip tea and read every line of dialogue ina good JRPGthan play an online deathmatch. Buy ithere.
4Great Wave of Kanagawa
There’s a universal appeal to this classic woodblock painting from the prolific Japanese artist Hokusai. Even though it was created in the Edo period, this particular image feels very modern in its boldness. The color choices are powerful in their simplicity.
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The waves and their choppy foam look ready to crash through your PS5, so make sure to wear a life preserver while playing with this skin. Honor traditional Japanese art in the game room and get ithere.
3Jungle Camo
Classic jungle camouflage is always in style for some people. The muted earth tones in camouflage are not only comfortable to the eye, they also serve the purpose of hiding its wearer out in nature, so don’t lose this controller on a hike (but why would anyone take their PS5 controller hiking, anyway?).
Any gamer who grew up wearing camo every hunting season (or just enjoy hunting inRed Dead Redemption) would appreciate this skin and the same goes for veterans and fans of military history. Get the camouflage skinhere, if you can find it.
2Kawaii Kittens
Gamers can say “Hello, kitty” all day long with this adorable decal. While it’s not the officialHello Kittybrand, it is sure to delight anyone wholoves their feline friendsjust as much as any two-legged neighbors. The kittens are definitely up to something, but whether it’s devilish or innocent is irrelevant, since it’s also adorable.
It’s a lot less messy to have this skin decal than to have a real cat and, as a bonus, the PS5 doesn’t need to have its litter box cleaned. Want this cutie cat? Get ithere.
1Cloudy Blue Sky
Gamers spend a lot of time indoors because that’s where their video games are stored. Why not bring a little bit of the great outdoors' charm inside to the game room with this cloudy blue sky decal?
Install this skin and the room will brighten up just like the roof was ripped off, thanks to its soothing sky blue color and fluffy clouds that look good enough to eat like marshmallows. There’s something about a cloudy blue sky that helps to relieve stress, so get ithereif that sounds nice.
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