Kane99 Posted January 6, 2023 Share Posted January 6, 2023 Source- https://www.wired.com/story/sony-releases-first-accessible-controller-project-leonardo/ It's good to see more accessible controllers made, especially since there are many gamers with disabilities, and they make due with what they have now. Now imagine the options they will have with a controller like this. I hope we see more of these controllers made. Gaming is for everyone. It's said to be a fully customizable controller, and is called Project Leonardo. Here's what it looks taken apart with all the different options available. I imagine something like this would cost upwards of $100+. Much like Xbox's accessible controller they released a few years back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reality vs Adventure Posted January 6, 2023 Share Posted January 6, 2023 That's pretty cool. I just hope it's durable since you can move the parts around. I'd like to hear what people with disabilities say about using it. Hope it lets them enjoy gaming. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Blackangel Posted January 6, 2023 Share Posted January 6, 2023 It looks more awkward than anything. A simple controller like we have seems to be the best option. But then again there are people who have either lost fingers, or had an amputation or some other disability that completely blocks them from gaming. Obviously, I can't speak for every disabled person. killamch89 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Empire Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 Price? People often forget that disabled people usually aren't in the strongest position financially and cost is a big part of accessibility. Remember Microsoft selling a single red button for more than a standard controller? killamch89 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kane99 Posted January 9, 2023 Author Share Posted January 9, 2023 On 1/7/2023 at 6:20 AM, Empire said: Price? People often forget that disabled people usually aren't in the strongest position financially and cost is a big part of accessibility. Remember Microsoft selling a single red button for more than a standard controller? Not sure, but I'm going to guess around $80-$100 or so. I know the Xbox adaptive controller was around $100 if I remember correctly, so I hope it's not too much more. I wonder if this could be classified as a medical aid or aid device, and maybe it can be covered by some health insurance. I'm doubful on that, but it can't hurt to look into. As well, maybe there are services out there that rent these out to those in need or even provide them at a discount price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
killamch89 Posted January 11, 2023 Share Posted January 11, 2023 On 1/6/2023 at 8:19 AM, The Blackangel said: It looks more awkward than anything. A simple controller like we have seems to be the best option. But then again there are people who have either lost fingers, or had an amputation or some other disability that completely blocks them from gaming. Obviously, I can't speak for every disabled person. I agree but they did say you can customize the button layout according to the article so it could be customized to their capabilities. On 1/7/2023 at 6:20 AM, Empire said: Price? People often forget that disabled people usually aren't in the strongest position financially and cost is a big part of accessibility. Remember Microsoft selling a single red button for more than a standard controller? Sony aren't know for selling anything at an affordable price - that's for sure... And I remember the single red button from Microsoft. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
