Sony recently published a patent that reveals in-development software for gaming controls.
In a recently published patent, Sony reveals an in-development software that will allow players to pin controls to their gameplay screens which will make learning and memorizing a game’s commands and moves, much easier on players. Sony, one of the top gaming companies to-date, was originally founded as an electronics and technology corporation, before diving into the video gaming industry with their very popular console, the Playstation, and making themselves a very popular brand today.
Since entering the gaming industry, Sony has become the most prominent face of gaming, with tons of iconic franchises and technological advancements to the console. According to the first filed patent by Sony in June 2023, the company has been working on software that will allow players to pin combo lists or controls during gameplay. This would grant players a secondary screen display, while players actively play without having to pause, go to the menu and check controls from there.
Other recent Sony patent filings have revealed software, that’s purpose is to assist new and returning players, which will also cut the learning time required to master a game’s controls or combos.
With this new control pin software, this feature would be of great assistance, and players will be able to close the pinned controls when fully comfortable with just playing. However, it is not uncommon that many companies tend to file patents that are never actually used. So, there is no actual promise of the software being applied.
Figure 6 from Sony’s patent goes on to give an example of what to expect and how it would look when activated. The main gameplay screen would be displayed as usual, with the side panel displaying the controls of the game you are playing.
While the secondary screen could take away from game immersion, the control pinning software used would be completely optional, so it can be beneficial for those who would need it while not distracting or disturbing those who would rather not use it, making it an overall fair balance for all players.
Overall, Sony still works on both hardware and software in hopes of improving overall player experiences. However, with any patent publications, take it with a grain of salt until confirmed, otherwise the only thing left is for fans to wait and hope this software will assist those who need it.
