As the title suggests, I'm really digging the prototype images of the PS4 controller and here's why.
-Disclaimer: Obviously this is all based off of the prototype imagery, which I'm aware are subject to change. However I just want to give my two cents on the assumption that the final product will be pretty similar if not exactly the same.-
First and foremost, the "screen" on the control apparently is a touch panel as oppose to an actual image screen. I'm very happy about this because it is a far more unique approach than SIXAXIS and Move (though reminiscent of the rear touch panel on Sony's own Playstation Vita), and could make for some very interesting functionality. This can also lead to unique game experiences separate from anything Ninendo does with the Wii U or Microsoft does with the SmartGlass.
Secondly, I appreciate the changes made to both the D-pad and the control sticks. The D-Pad looks inspired by the Vita's as well, but upped in size. This reminds me of the type of D-Pad Nintendo often incorporates into their controllers which, to me, have always been very comfortable and effective. As for the sticks, the indentations on the tops seem like a nice and more comfortable upgrade from the already well designed Dualshock control sticks.
Finally, while I have not seen any pictures of it, I've heard the "triggers" for R2/L2 will be fixed and made rendered less awkward.
The Ps4's announcement is apparently not far off, and there is a lot of anticipation. But if we're analyzing the controller along, I must say, I really want to hold this controller in my hands and see what it feels like. All I know is that it, like the console itself, shows nothing but promise.
Microsoft announced its financial results for Q3 of fiscal year 2026, including an update on its gaming Xbox business and more.
Not looking good. Hopefully Asha Sharma is able to turn Phil’s disaster around.
To me it's still quite remarkable how they can cash-in 5.3bn in revenue in a single quarter, since their hardware is basically dead.
The stock mark is what makes Microsoft remarkable, They have convinced every institutional and retail investor to just keep piling money into them. Like many big tech giants they are just a big growing pyramid scheme. As long as people keep dropping money into ETF's that cover the market Microsoft will always be liquid. At the same time it is completely stifling innovation and competition. People need to start being more discreet in how they invest their money as it's killing the system.
Riiiiight because people will just flock back to them for one or two games per year.
15+ years of bad performance is what they call irreparable in business. It is time for them to sell off the assets and get out of entertainment.
These declines are on the back of extra revenue received from releasing games like Forza horizon 5 on PlayStation. So I’m being sarcastic here when I said they should go back to exclusives. Killing off a revenue stream from Ps5 sales will only make things worse
The charity event will be streamed live from Gamescom in August.
Thanks to the slip-up of an artist working on the title, we now have more evidence that a new Injustice game is in the works.
I definitely agree I hope they go with something close to this for the final product. The dualshock design has always been very comfortable for me and with the added touch pad I can definitely imagine some great experiences. I really dig the WiiU controller for the screen and touch capabilities but this seems like a really solid middle ground. Can't wait for the PS4. I really hope Microsoft take a cue from the d-pads of Nintendo and Sony for their next controllers as they have the worst in the business but otherwise quite decent design.
I love it, it looks like a PS1 controller with lot of modification to make it truly next-gen.
I'll wait to see the final product and get to grips with it myself before I declare my love but I'm very optimistic about it. The difference between me instantly loving the thing or getting to grips with it and just liking it will be down to whether or not that is a touchscreen or a touchpad. The redesigned triggers will be a deciding factor too.
Unfortunately the picture you have is a fake. It looks fake and I would hate to have that in my hands. There are better fakes out there, but, until Feb 20th, I am not believing any of it.
don't you guys think the surface of the touchpad seem a bit too shiny to be just a touchpad?
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Bu I really hope Sony changes those ugly reverse nipples they put the as sticks and use real concave: http://i.imgur.com/tmXNJi2....