Sony Breaks New Ground In Gaming Accessibility: PlayStation Access Controller Preorders Set To Begin

In a recent blog post, Sony Group Corp.'s (NYSE: SONY) Sony Interactive Entertainment revealed that the preorders for its PlayStation Access Controller will commence on July 21, with a worldwide launch scheduled for December 6.

The blog stated that the Access Controller will be sold at a suggested retail price of $89.99 USD.

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Sony unveiled this new controller, originally referred to as Project Leonardo, at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in January, which aims to develop a customizable PS5 controller to enhance the gaming experience for players with disabilities.

The Leonardo controller can be used alone or in conjunction with DualSense controllers, allowing collaborative gameplay. It features 3.5mm AUX ports for accessibility add-ons and can be positioned flat or mounted.

The controller addresses the challenges faced by gamers with limited motor control, similar to Microsoft's Xbox Adaptive Controller released in 2018. Sony's initiative follows Microsoft's leadership in prioritizing accessibility technology in the gaming industry.

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