Sony is pushing the boundaries of gaming innovation with two new patents that promise to enhance the gaming experience significantly. Dive into the details of an AI-driven camera that anticipates your moves and a DualSense trigger attachment that transforms your controller into a realistic gun for more immersive gameplay.
Two New Patents For Sony
AI That Predicts Your Movement To Reduce Lag
Sony's latest patents have captured the attention of gamers and tech enthusiasts alike. The first patent, dubbed "Timed Input/Action Release," introduces an AI-powered camera system designed to predict a player's next moves. This system utilizes a camera to observe the player and controller, capturing footage that's then analyzed by an AI, or a "machine learning-based model or other system." The AI aims to anticipate the player's upcoming button presses, potentially using "incomplete controller actions" to guess the player's intentions.
This innovative approach is geared towards reducing lag in online gaming by allowing the AI and computer system to stay one step ahead in processing. Lag has long been a challenge in online play, and Sony's solution could revolutionize the gaming experience by minimizing latency.
A Trigger For The DualSense Controller For Realistic Gunfights
The second patent focuses on enhancing the realism of in-game gunplay with a trigger attachment for the DualSense controller. This accessory aims to make first-person shooters (FPS) and action-adventure RPGs with gun-like weapons feel more lifelike.
To use the attachment, players will position the DualSense controller sideways, gripping the right arm as if it were a gun stock, as illustrated in the diagram. The space between the R1 and R2 buttons serves as the gun's sight, and pulling the trigger simulates firing a real firearm. The patent also suggests compatibility with other devices, such as the PSVR2 headset, expanding its potential applications.
Sony's history of innovation is well-documented, with 78% of its 95,533 patents still active. These include concepts like adaptive difficulty based on player skill, a DualSense variant that can store and charge earbuds, and temperature-changing controllers that react to in-game events. While patents are promising, they don't guarantee that these ideas will become tangible products. Only time will tell if these latest innovations from Sony will make it to market and transform the gaming landscape.
