Sony's Patent Reveals Temperature-Altering PS5 Controller
TL;DR
Sony has filed a patent application for a material that can simulate temperature feedback to its PlayStation controllers in order to reflect what is going on during gameplay. The purpose of the technology is to provide a more enriching haptic experience. The filing notes that typical gaming controllers usually use plastic materials that are hard to bend or deform. Sony has been looking for ways to innovate in its controllers, with PS5's DualSense being a step toward more direct haptic feedback in games.
- Sony Files Patent Application For Temperature-Changing PS5 Controller GameSpot
- Sony May Be Adding Temperature Feature To PS5 Controllers Kotaku
- PlayStation Files Patent for Controller That Turns Hot and Cold IGN
- Sony patented a 'deformable elastic' controller that heats up in your hands, and I can't say I'm in love with the idea PC Gamer
- A new Sony patent shows a controller that can change temperature | VGC Video Games Chronicle
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