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Microsoft announces the Proteus Controller, a gamepad for Xbox gamers with disabilities
The nice thing about products that improve accessibility is that they often make experiences better for everyone just by having more thought put into the design and use.
I don’t have any condition that would require me to need this controller but I’d love to try it out.
This is the best summary I could come up with:
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.
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.
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.
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