Sony Patents Predict PS5 Controller Gun Transformation

Sony is pushing the boundaries of gaming innovation with two new patents that aim to enhance the gaming experience significantly. Dive into the details of an AI-powered camera designed to anticipate your actions and a DualSense trigger attachment that promises to bring gunfights to life.

Two New Patents For Sony

AI That Predicts Your Movement To Reduce Lag

Sony's latest patents are turning heads in the gaming community, featuring an AI-powered camera that predicts player inputs and a novel gun trigger attachment for the DualSense controller.

The first patent, titled "Timed Input/Action Release," introduces a camera system that observes the player and their controller. This camera captures footage, which is then processed by an AI, specifically a "machine learning-based model or other system," to predict the player's next moves. The system can also interpret "incomplete controller actions," allowing the AI to infer the player's intentions.

This technology aims to minimize lag in online games by enabling the AI and computer system to anticipate and process inputs ahead of time. Lag has long been a challenge in online gaming, and this patent seeks to address it head-on.

A Trigger For The DualSense Controller For Realistic Gunfights

The second patent focuses on enhancing the realism of gunplay in FPS and action-adventure RPGs. It introduces a trigger attachment for the DualSense controller, designed to make in-game shooting more immersive.

Once attached, players can hold the DualSense controller sideways, using the right arm as a gun stock, as illustrated in the diagram. The space between the R1 and R2 buttons acts as the gun's sight, and pulling the trigger simulates firing a real firearm. This accessory is versatile enough to be used with other devices, such as the PSVR2 headset.

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 a controller that adjusts temperature in real-time based on in-game events. While patents are promising, they don't guarantee that these ideas will become tangible products. Only time will reveal whether these innovative concepts from Sony will materialize into real, functional devices.