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Microsoft announce new Proteus controller for disabled gamers
adamsapple
Or is it just one of Phil's balls in my throat?
That's cool, but the prices on these controllers is always too high. This one is $299.
64bitmodels
Reverse groomer.
trust me MS, you need that help far more than we do
OverHeat
« generous god »
Ice cold
Banjo64
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On Wednesday, Microsoft announced the Proteus Controller, a $299 modular video game controller kit that lets Xbox gamers with disabilities customize their controllers.
Created by peripheral company ByoWave as part of the Designed for Xbox program, the wireless controller consists of small cubes with interchangeable faceplates that include controller buttons, a directional pad, and analog sticks.
The "snap and play" parts connect together so gamers can build more than 100 configurations and LED lighting variations. As a result, one-handed gamers and other players with disabilities can use the controller in a way that's most comfortable for them. The buttons are also remappable for a more individualized experience, albeit only via the companion app.
At launch, the Proteus Controller will work with the Xbox Series X / S, Xbox One, and Windows 10 and 11. ByoWave says it won't support PlayStation 5 or Nintendo Switch, though it's open to partnering with these platforms.
The controller is expected to ship this fall, though it's available to preorder via ByoWave's website at a discounted price of $255 right now. The kit will include a USB-C charging cable and a Bluetooth dongle, as well as other parts like left and right handles to create a traditional gamepad and two large one-button peripherals.
Along with introducing a new controller, Microsoft is also updating its $99.99 Xbox Adaptive Controller, which was released in 2018 to help players build adaptive gaming setups.
The controller will soon support more accessories, with each USB port soon offering support for up to 12 buttons, a second stick, and a hat switch. The firmware update will be available to the public in the next few months but will roll out over the next couple of weeks to Xbox Insiders.
Created by peripheral company ByoWave as part of the Designed for Xbox program, the wireless controller consists of small cubes with interchangeable faceplates that include controller buttons, a directional pad, and analog sticks.
The "snap and play" parts connect together so gamers can build more than 100 configurations and LED lighting variations. As a result, one-handed gamers and other players with disabilities can use the controller in a way that's most comfortable for them. The buttons are also remappable for a more individualized experience, albeit only via the companion app.
At launch, the Proteus Controller will work with the Xbox Series X / S, Xbox One, and Windows 10 and 11. ByoWave says it won't support PlayStation 5 or Nintendo Switch, though it's open to partnering with these platforms.
The controller is expected to ship this fall, though it's available to preorder via ByoWave's website at a discounted price of $255 right now. The kit will include a USB-C charging cable and a Bluetooth dongle, as well as other parts like left and right handles to create a traditional gamepad and two large one-button peripherals.
Along with introducing a new controller, Microsoft is also updating its $99.99 Xbox Adaptive Controller, which was released in 2018 to help players build adaptive gaming setups.
The controller will soon support more accessories, with each USB port soon offering support for up to 12 buttons, a second stick, and a hat switch. The firmware update will be available to the public in the next few months but will roll out over the next couple of weeks to Xbox Insiders.
FeralEcho
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feynoob
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Banjo64
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I’ve always viewed that as a necessity.
There’s significant r&d for these peripherals and they are only probably going to sell a million of them if they’re lucky. They appear really well thought out and researched.
Being honest if I needed this to game it’d be the easiest £300 I’d ever drop.
adamsapple
Or is it just one of Phil's balls in my throat?
True, true. For someone who *needs* something like this to do something they want to / like to do, $300 might as well be nothing.
Rusty Shackelford
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What about controllers for disabled studios.
adamsapple
Or is it just one of Phil's balls in my throat?
The parts are modular and can be connected in a number of different ways, ok I can see why this is $299
John Bilbo
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That's cool. I'd love to see some videos explaining the features and how to use the controller in different ways and effectively.
I think the price includes the amount of work to design and produce such a controller. Also I think this controller will be quite durable with quality long lasting parts.
Of course the sticks will still drift though.
I think the price includes the amount of work to design and produce such a controller. Also I think this controller will be quite durable with quality long lasting parts.
Of course the sticks will still drift though.
midnightAI
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Skifi28
Gold Member
No, you're not.
Bernardougf
Gold Member
Good finally a proper controller for all the gamers that cant play Dark Souls games.
DenchDeckard
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Fuxk me, that's actually amazing. I love these designs. So cool for those that need them. Props to MS and Sony for stepping up with these controllers.
Ass of Can Whooping
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Perfect for a retard like me
Kenneth Haight
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Looks really cool I think. Sonys one is nice as well, if these controllers help even one person get some joy out of gaming then it’s a good thing.
Sleepwalker
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The parts are modular and can be connected in a number of different ways, ok I can see why this is $299
Imagine a disabled person handing out $300 for this only to drop it and have it roll away from them on the floor.
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Oppoi
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Wow so cool, it's like I'm browsing a product site but it's a discussion forum!The parts are modular and can be connected in a number of different ways, ok I can see why this is $299
willothedog
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Yep, they sure do. That is why they are worth 3.14 trillion dollars....
Mr Moose
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Why are the buttons upside down.The parts are modular and can be connected in a number of different ways, ok I can see why this is $299
newtypepilot
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imagine charging an arm and a leg for a controller for the disabled.
and the fact is modular means it's easier to break
and the fact is modular means it's easier to break
willothedog
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ChorizoPicozo
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If Forrest Gump can be successful, anyone can...you only need to believe in yourself.
ozz ex machina
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This is so true. It's hilarious fanboys shitting on microsoft. Microsoft are literally playing a completely different game to Sony these days. I'm not saying that is good for fans of the gaming industry. But let's not act like Microsoft are "losing" right now. My stocks in MS certainly suggest otherwise.
Little Chicken
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Does it vibrate? 
MS isn't losing. Xbox is.
ozz ex machina
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That's the point though. MS is Xbox. It's doing whatever makes things profitable on their scale. Not on the games industry scale.
Little Chicken
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Actually, this would be pretty cool for all of those times I wish I had a one-handed controller to suffer through JRPGs with.
Like that one for the PS1
Like that one for the PS1
Banjo64
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Hopefully these guys put out a review as I think they did a better job of showing the benefits of the adaptive pad than any industry journo did. It’ll depend on the suitability obviously.
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M1chl
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Frwrd
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"Feel the Burn"
Skifi28
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What are you doing with your other hand when you play JRPGs?
Pedro Motta
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Send one of these to ColtEastwood and Tom Warren.
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Little Chicken
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Defending Microsoft online
Skifi28
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Defending Microsoft online
efyu_lemonardo
May I have a cookie?
Love the concept!
DenchDeckard
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OK, who the funk are you? Your account is amazing lol