First snaps of PS3 motion controller

  • Posted September 16th, 2008 at 11:36 EDT by
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No, we don't mean the Sixaxis. Gaming accessory creator In2Games has just released pics of a PlayStation 3 motion controller, the Gametrak Freedom.

The Gametrak Freedom uses "proprietary and cutting-edge patent-pending ultrasonic technology to provide a true motion capture gaming experience. Unlike other motion sensing gaming systems, Gametrak Freedom accurately tracks the true 3D position and precise movements of up to four players, anywhere within a given environment, giving total control and unrivalled game play opportunities." Presumably each player needs his or her own GF controller.

"Until now, gaming has been limited to the player interacting with the game although platforms such as the Wii have heightened this experience. Now, with the latest motion sensing technology created by In2Games, the game will interact with the player," boasted Chris Richards, President and CEO of parent company PDP.

In2Games Squeeballs - a minigame compilation - will be the first title to support the Gametrak Freedom. "We are extremely excited to bring this unparalleled technology to first-party console manufacturers," gushed Richards, "As well as third-party publishers and developers to further heighten the level of game interaction with the player."

The Gametrak Freedom is out sometime in 2009. It is compatible with both PS3 and Xbox 360, which automatically means it'll be rubbish. Right?

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  1. kcgreatfox | El_Senor

    • 10:27am BST - September 17th, 2008
    • 51

     hahaha its basically just the wii's controller, but better and for the ps3!

  2. nastanley

    • 2:33pm BST - September 17th, 2008
    • 52

    I didn't even bother to read this news.I mean what is this ugly gadget?? Infact are we talking about the wii or the ps3? Ps3 certainly does not need this.

  3. Solrac | Solrac7688

    • 4:47pm BST - September 17th, 2008
    • 53

     this controller looks cool, capturing the real 3d movement which should turn out better than the Wii controller

  4. Pablo0620 | Pablo0620

    • 9:17pm BST - September 17th, 2008
    • 54

    Pointless and ugly and probably the most expensive attempt to cash in on the Wii craze that is undeservingly sweeping the industry

  5. silent_assassin6

    • 9:35pm BST - September 17th, 2008
    • 55

    the reason they made this is so they can rival the wii by making ps store games that support this.! thats preety cool though a ps3 and a wii in one! who cares about looks, ur downstairs in ur parents basement anyway they dont care

  6. princevegeta1980

    • 9:56am BST - October 11th, 2008
    • 56

    I hope it works better than the wii-mote, the damn thing can't capture mouvements properly!

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