New PlayStation Patent Describes Controllers With Buttons That Can Soften and Harden on Demand
Sony has patented new controller technology that allows face buttons to dynamically change hardness and texture in real-time, offering enhanced tactile feedback for gameplay. The patent describes using magnetoviscoelastic materials or fluid-filled membranes to mimic in-game events like finger grabs or environmental interactions. This technology also has potential applications for accessibility, adapting button feedback for various body parts.
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- Company: Sony
- Game: Gran Turismo 4
- Platform: Xbox
- Topic: Controller Technology
- Platform: PlayStation 2
- Platform: PlayStation
- Topic: Accessibility
- Platform: PlayStation 3
- Topic: Haptic Feedback
- Platform: Nintendo GameCube
- Game: Metal Gear Solid: Snake Eater 3D
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