by Sony Interactive Entertainment
The PlayStation Access Controller was launched by Sony in December 2023 after years of co-development with disability gaming experts and players with disabilities. It is Sony's first dedicated accessibility controller for the PS5 and represents a major commitment from a major console platform to gaming inclusion.
The Access Controller is a round platform with a large central button and six configurable buttons around the rim. All buttons and analogue stick positions can be remapped via PS5 settings. Swappable button caps (flat, domed, pillow) accommodate different grip styles, and the unit can be mounted on a stand or wheelchair. Multiple controllers can be paired and used together, allowing one player to use two units or two players to share a single game controller.
PS5 players with physical disabilities, limited mobility, single-hand use, or motor control challenges who cannot use a standard controller comfortably. Compatible with all PS5 games and requires no additional software beyond the PS5 system update.
AbleGamers is a nonprofit that combats social isolation for people with disabilities through the power of gaming. They provide free custom adaptive controller setups, create developer resources for accessible game design, and run the Accessible Player Experiences (APX) programme to help studios build more inclusive games.
AbleGamers Charity
Music and Memory trains care facilities and families to create personalised playlists for people with dementia and other cognitive conditions, helping them reconnect with memories, reduce anxiety, and improve quality of life. Over 5,800 organisations across the US and internationally have been certified in their programme since 2010.
Music and Memory Inc.
The Xbox Adaptive Controller is a customisable gaming hub designed for players with limited mobility. With 19 external input ports and broad compatibility across Xbox consoles and Windows PCs, it lets users connect switches, joysticks, and buttons in any configuration that works for their body.
Microsoft Xbox
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