Sony developing 'break-apart' PS3 motion controller

Sony is allegedly working on a new PS3 motion controller that will break into two pieces, just like Nintendo's Wiimote.

No no no. Not <em>that</em> kind of breakage!

No no no. Not that kind of breakage!

Sony is working on a new "break-apart" controller for the PlayStation 3, which will contain an accelerometer for motion-sensing functionality.

There is no announcement date set for the device, but GameIndustry.biz confirmed Monday that working units have already shipped to certain developers, according to their sources.

The original PS3 controller, called SIXAXIS, also had motion control, although to date the functionality has had dubious results with developers and players alike (see also: GamePro's Lair review).

Still, the news is indicative of a me-too trend with two of the three next-gen console companies. Nintendo has had two-handed motion sensing from the onset, of course, but just this year there have been several unconfirmed reports that Microsoft is already well underway developing a motion sensing "stick" called Newton. So far five separate reports have mentioned the device, which Microsoft continues to deny.

Sony also declined to comment on the PS3 device, although an announcement is expected at July's E3 conference.

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method0123

HAHAHAHAHAHA I ruined the first! But seriously, I thought this was old news? Maybe I saw it on another site?

Scrotanicus

I think I saw the new controller on a different site. It looks good for FPS on the PS3. i like the 360 controller for FPS, I think alot of people feel the same.

CHERUB2G

If you cant beat em join em'. Im just interested to see how many members come on here and praise Sony after they bashed Microsoft for "copying". You get the six-axis. Have to pay 50.00 more for the dualshock 3. And now another controller. I'll probably get it, LOL.

turo

hmm... motion sensing seems to be the target since Nintendo's success. Wonder if Supreme Graphics, and motion sensing can turn the tables in Sony/Microsofts favor? (just a thought) *prepares waterhose* no need to flame.

method0123

They are not mentioning anything along the lines of a sensor bar for these devices so will they have pointing capability, or just motion controls? If nopointer then it's an EPIC FAILURE!

bonefists

Copying again,what can they do on their own,just give us the same old thing with better technology,until nintendo comes and changes everything.Well,if you can't beat them,join them.good luck on the device,their going to need it.

LIVINGLEGEND69

turo Posted at: 06/17/08 at 8:21 AM PST hmm... motion sensing seems to be the target since Nintendo's success. Wonder if Supreme Graphics, and motion sensing can turn the tables in Sony/Microsofts favor? (just a thought) *prepares waterhose* no need to flame.
I havent noticed you here in a while. welcome back

JPThunder01

Too little, too late. If they wanted to copy Nintendo they should have waited until next generation and started fresh. This is just a slap in the face to all supposed hardcore gamers who have done nothing but bash the Wii since it's inception. Or at least it should be...

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