Post: Report: Sony Retiring DualShock With PS4
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01-18-2013, 04:26 PM
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Black-Ops-
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Report: Sony Retiring DualShock With PS4
To be replaced by a touch screen or biometrics.
A new report is suggesting that Sony will ditch the DualShock controller for the PS4 and instead create a new one possibly containing a LCD touch screen or even biometrics.
An unnamed source spoke to CVG and claimed that many of the controllers currently being tested by Sony's R&
department mark a rapid departure from the loyal DualShock, which has served PlayStation consoles for 16 years.
These versions apparently include new additions ranging from an integrated LCD touch screen to biometric sensors on the grips. A second source explained that Sony was supposedly trying to emulate the UI philosophies behind the Vita, and this is what inspired the whole touch screen thing.
We've also heard previously about a version that incorporates the PlayStation move into the traditional DualShock design, which it seems could still be a possibility given the claims of multiple prototypes.
Until Sony announces anything, it's best to take all of this with a huge pinch of salt. Having said that, even if the above does turn out to be true, it seems unlikely that the company would write-off the DualShock completely. It's much more likely that they'd still be able to be used as bog-standard controllers in a similar manner to how Wii Remotes still work with Nintendo's Wii U, with suped-up versions featuring some of the additions mentioned also available.
This is the latest rumour in what's been a busy couple of months for leaks linked to the next-gen consoles. Former AMD execs have been in trouble for allegedly sharing highly-sensitive details about them, dev kits have surfaced all over the place and Sony is meant to be taking steps to prevent you playing second hand games on it's next box.
With so many leaks coming thick and fast, surely it won't be long until Sony and Microsoft step out of the shadows to set the record straight once and for all?
To be replaced by a touch screen or biometrics.
A new report is suggesting that Sony will ditch the DualShock controller for the PS4 and instead create a new one possibly containing a LCD touch screen or even biometrics.
An unnamed source spoke to CVG and claimed that many of the controllers currently being tested by Sony's R&
department mark a rapid departure from the loyal DualShock, which has served PlayStation consoles for 16 years.These versions apparently include new additions ranging from an integrated LCD touch screen to biometric sensors on the grips. A second source explained that Sony was supposedly trying to emulate the UI philosophies behind the Vita, and this is what inspired the whole touch screen thing.
We've also heard previously about a version that incorporates the PlayStation move into the traditional DualShock design, which it seems could still be a possibility given the claims of multiple prototypes.
Until Sony announces anything, it's best to take all of this with a huge pinch of salt. Having said that, even if the above does turn out to be true, it seems unlikely that the company would write-off the DualShock completely. It's much more likely that they'd still be able to be used as bog-standard controllers in a similar manner to how Wii Remotes still work with Nintendo's Wii U, with suped-up versions featuring some of the additions mentioned also available.
This is the latest rumour in what's been a busy couple of months for leaks linked to the next-gen consoles. Former AMD execs have been in trouble for allegedly sharing highly-sensitive details about them, dev kits have surfaced all over the place and Sony is meant to be taking steps to prevent you playing second hand games on it's next box.
With so many leaks coming thick and fast, surely it won't be long until Sony and Microsoft step out of the shadows to set the record straight once and for all?
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What's your own thoughts about this reported rumor, and whether you think it's a good move to finally retire Dual Shock controllers. Share your thoughts below if you care to
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P.S This is the first time I posted something playstation related in over a year. lol
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01-18-2013, 05:02 PM
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RD Recreate
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01-19-2013, 02:53 PM
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Black-Ops-
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Originally posted by RD
I think it would be a great thing if they finally retired the Dualshock. It's been around since the PS1. People need to get used to change. (although i have trouble with that >.<
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01-19-2013, 11:54 PM
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Mr.Alfredo
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01-20-2013, 03:12 AM
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01-20-2013, 04:23 PM
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Black-Ops-
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Originally posted by Mr.Alfredo
I completely agree with you on that 1. But its going to get some getting use to after time.
Sure will man, but it also opens up new doors to exciting things in terms of gameplay.
Originally posted by RD
People are gonna have to deal with it. Change happens.
Change can have a mix bag of good and bad with it. I'm very much intrigued to see what Sony does with this new controller layout if it does become true.
01-21-2013, 08:12 PM
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msage1978
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I agree with Black-Ops-, changing a controller that's been round since 94' could have mixed blessings. I'm all for change but that generally comes with a few more £'s added on and with the current DualShock 3 costing between £30-£40, how much more are Playstation owners expected too pay. So this time "if it ain't broke, don't fix it".
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