[games_access] Fw: Single-Handed Access Game Controller is Here

Mon Jun 9 04:41:34 EDT 2008

Those of us at Games for Health got to see it but it was even more 
beta than this. But, yeah, the bottom line is the developers -- until 
they allow full reconfiguration of controls, these controllers only 
go so far!

I'm all for a controller discussion on the list! :)

Michelle

>I think eDimensional will be likely to create another accessible 
>controller if this one is a success. I really hope it is - even 
>though it will hit sales of my HORI Super Robot Wars Controller.
>
>A number of people have said that it looks a bit awkward - but I 
>think it's not going to be as big as it looks - not when you 
>consider this prototype photo. As with all alternative controllers - 
>it would still be lovely if game developers bothered to allow gamers 
>to redefine their controls.
>
>
>
>What have you in mind to improve things with a hands free 
>controller? Be a good topic to discuss on this list perhaps?
>
>Barrie
><http://www.OneSwitch.org.uk>www.OneSwitch.org.uk
>
>
>----- Original Message -----
>From: <mailto:arthit73 at cablespeed.com>Robert Florio
>To: <mailto:games_access at igda.org>'IGDA Games Accessibility SIG Mailing List'
>Sent: Sunday, June 08, 2008 3:43 PM
>Subject: Re: [games_access] Fw: Single-Handed Access Game Controller is Here
>
>Remarkable.  Does that company have any ambition for creating a 
>controller for People who can't use their hands?  Is there any way I 
>could help them design one?  Looks like they are the people to go to.
>
>Has this been game tested?  Looking at it it looks a little 
>cumbersome like thinking something more like a holding your hand 
>almost like a aircraft cockpit controller would be more easier for 
>the hand.  I hope it gets good reviews.
>
>Robert
>arthit73 at cablespeed.com
>www.RobertFlorio.com  
>
>
>
>From: games_access-bounces at igda.org 
>[mailto:games_access-bounces at igda.org] On Behalf Of Barrie Ellis
>Sent: Saturday, June 07, 2008 2:19 AM
>To: IGDA Games Accessibility SIG Mailing List
>Subject: [games_access] Fw: Single-Handed Access Game Controller is Here
>
>Forwarding....
>
>If there are problems with display, please click the following link 
>or paste into a browser:
><http://www.WriteSendTrack.com/news/m/4140/BFB9B4/s/467434/0FD77F/>http://www.WriteSendTrack.com/news/m/4140/BFB9B4/s/467434/0FD77F/ 
>It's finally here!
>It is with great pleasure that I am writing you to announce the 
>official launch of the single-handed Access Controller for the 
>Playstation platform. Born from the great mind of renowned modder 
>and product engineer Ben Heckendorn (AKA BenHeck), this project has 
>been in the making for nearly a year. During that time, I've had the 
>honor of reading each one of the hundreds upon hundreds of emails 
>we've received from enthusiastic gamers such as yourself. Your 
>stories have inspired us and brought to light the importance of what 
>became a mission for eDimensional; give gamers with physical 
>limitations the opportunity to fully enjoy and experience gaming. 
>You've demonstrated how gaming is not just entertainment, but an 
>important part of life that includes interacting with friends and 
>family along with a sense of true self-achievement. 
>It's been a long process from concept to production and for that, we 
>appreciate your patience. As is typically the case with new 
>products, no matter how much time and effort we spend, it can't get 
>done as quickly as we would like.
>I was recently using our prototype on my PS3 and I have to say, it 
>is an amazing product. More importantly, one of the proudest and 
>most rewarding experiences I have had at eDimensional was hearing 
>from Ben (who recently showed the device at the Gamers with 
>Disabilities Conference) about an injured soldier who was instantly 
>able to use his artificial hand to move the modules around and get 
>his game on.
>Enough introduction, I know you want details. Some key features:
>
>Compatible with PS2, PS3 and PC - We are working on an separate XBOX 
>version, but cannot say if/when it will be available.
>Wireless
>Price is $129.95
>Modular - you can rearrange each control module to any of the 6 slot 
>positions for various gaming styles
>Pre-order now for delivery in approximately 8-10 weeks
>Limited initial quantity available so please reserve yours before 
>the first run sells out
>Worldwide shipping from the USA. We will also stock units in our UK 
>distribution center for customers located in the EU as we do with 
>all of our products.
>Full details and photos are on our 
><http://www.WriteSendTrack.com/l/mtl/16659/D9D5DC/s/467434/0FD77F/>website 
>here.
>A portion of all proceeds and reserved units will benefit Children's 
>Hospital and Veterans Affairs Medical Centers.
>The controller has already been featured in publications like 
>Popular Science, Wired and many others. However we need you to help 
>spread the word. If you know anyone else who can benefit from this 
>product, please send them to our website or forward this email.
>We greatly appreciate your support and look forward to serving you.
>Best Wishes,
>Michael Epstein
>President/CEO
>eDimensional, Inc.
><http://www.WriteSendTrack.com/l/mtl/16660/0C7CF4/s/467434/0FD77F/>http://www.eDimensional.com/
>
>
>eDimensional.com
>411 7th St
>West Palm Beach, FL 33401 US
>
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