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Sony’s new hands-free controller called the #PlayStation 5 Access Controller (193631)

The Access controller can be used on its own for PlayStation 5, or it can be used with another set of Access controllers or DualSense controllers to meet the needs of people with different disabilities.

Sony announced during CES 2023 earlier this yearUninhibited controller “Project Leonardo”it was confirmed earlier that “Access Manager” (Access Manager) will be used as the official name.

Compared to Microsoft’s barrier-free controller, which is designed in the form of blocks, the “Access Controller” offered by Sony is made of a round shape It can also be combined in a modular form according to the needs of the use, and can be combined through software Define how to change the operating method.

The “access controller” can be used independently in one group (only for PlayStation 5), or in two groups, or with an additional DualSense controller to form more active possibilities, in order to meet the needs of people with different disabilities.

In addition, users can also use 4 sets of 3.5mm AUX ports to match external expansion buttons or third-party auxiliary accessories, in order to increase the application possibilities of the “Access Controller”.

And Sony will also create a unique control interface for the “Access Controller”, allowing users to customize the corresponding functions of the controller according to individual needs, including different combinations of controller operation, or set the corresponding functions of the buttons, and on the same when adjustment time of the analog rocker The operating sensitivity of the lever can be adjusted according to the operating blind zone, and even the button press function can be adjusted to fire burst, and different setting results can be stored according to the needs.

However, Sony has yet to announce the specific launch date and actual price of the “Access Controller”.