Xbox announces 'Proteus Controller', a modular controller that allows you to freely customize each side of the dice and connect dice together to create your own controller



Xbox has announced the Proteus Controller, a modular controller that can be used as a controller by connecting multiple dice-shaped modules whose each side can be freely customized. The controller has a look and customizability that sets it apart from conventional controllers.

Proteus Controller Kit VIP Price

https://www.byowave.com/product/proteus-controller-kit-vip



Xbox Recognizes Global Accessibility Awareness Day - Xbox Wire
https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2024/05/15/xbox-global-accessibility-awareness-day-2024/

Microsoft announces the Proteus Controller, a gamepad for Xbox gamers with disabilities - The Verge
https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/15/24157529/microsoft-proteus-controller-xbox-accessibility

The Proteus controller is a modular controller for gamers with disabilities, developed by the Xbox design team in close collaboration with partner company Byowave . Xbox announced the controller in conjunction with Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD), which is the third Thursday of May every year.

The basic components of a Proteus controller are:

・Power Cube



The cube-shaped module allows you to freely arrange buttons, cross keys, and other parts on each side. Each power cube has its own battery and is paired with a Bluetooth dongle for use.

・Charging spacer



The charging spacer is equipped with a USB-C port, allowing you to charge all connected power cubes.

・Analog cube



There are two analog cubes, one for each of the left and right analog sticks.

・Half cube



The Half Cube allows you to change the angle of your components to 45 or 90 degrees.

・Xbox parts



A module that combines the Xbox home button, menu button, display button, share button, and status LED. It can be attached to the power cube or analog cube using magnets.

・XYAB&D pad parts



A module with a cross key or XYAB buttons. It can be attached to a power cube or analog cube using magnets.

・Mini analog stick



A small analog stick module that can be attached to a power cube or analog cube using magnets.

There are also other trigger parts that allow you to place the RB/RT and LB/LT buttons on the cube.

By using a dedicated grip or other device in conjunction with these, you can use the Proteus controller like a normal controller that is held with both hands.



You can also stack four analog cubes or power cubes together to create a control stick-like look, as shown below.



Since you can place the buttons you prefer in the position you prefer, it seems that this device will be in demand among people other than gamers with disabilities.



Each cube is about this size when held in the hand.



In addition, 2 power cubes, 1 charging spacer, 2 analog cubes, 1 half cube, 1 Xbox part, 1 XYAB part, 1 D-pad part, 1 mini analog stick. A standard kit with 2 trigger parts and more is available for pre-order for $255 (approximately 39,700 yen). Shipment is scheduled for fall 2024.

Proteus Controller Kit VIP Price
https://www.byowave.com/product/proteus-controller-kit-vip



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