Mad Genius Controller

SkeeterUK · 12 Jan 2014 at 04:43

http://www.madgeniuscontrollers.com/default.aspx

What is the Mad Genius Controller?

The Mad Genius Controller system is a unique motion tracking game controller that is totally console independant and does not require games to be written specifically for it. It will enable the gamer to map their own choice of movements and motions to their existing game titles, offering a totally new and immersive manner of game play where traditional controller functions can be combined with incredibly accurate motion control.

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Now i dunno if this is console only or not but if it can be compatible for PC gaming then it might be kinda cool i guess. Would go pretty well with the rift for motion controls.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kp23RHUBV8

etc..

Hmm seems like it could do ok on PC as they mention it afterall on that embedded vid.

Its just a prototype but a Kickstarter will be coming soon so might be a good way to get it cheap.

Jae-So · 12 Jan 2014 at 08:22

Wonder how it compares to the Razer Hydra: http://www.razerzone.com/gb-en/gaming-controllers/razer-hydra/

PinkFloyd · 12 Jan 2014 at 10:34

Nice idea on the controller, could be really nice for some things. However that implementation in Skyrim was completely underwhelming. Didn't look like it would be at all good to actually play the game like that, the bow part was OK but the rest looked for too forced. That's more down to the game of course.

Would be great if they could get the controller completely wireless.

arc@css · 12 Jan 2014 at 10:47

I think it has its merits for some, but the last thing I want to do when playing a game is move about.

SPG · 12 Jan 2014 at 11:22

Would work well with something like this.

http://www.gamespot.com/videos/oculus-plus-virtuix-omni-treadmill-equals-holodeck/2300-6416800/

Its still early days for this sort of tech, None of it it seems robust enough atm maybe 5 years time it would be worthwhile having one. At least it will keep me fit in my retirement home in 30 years or so

That is if i can afford the electricity.

Raumarik · 12 Jan 2014 at 11:27

They really shouldn't have used Skyrim for this, looks pretty dire tbh. I can think of a few games where it would be good but can you image it on a game like Assassins Creed? Proper work out, eat your heart out Zumba lol

SPG · 12 Jan 2014 at 11:47

I can see the daily mail headline`s already

"new gaming craze puts strain on NHS due to heart attacks"

ak22 · 12 Jan 2014 at 11:51

Impressive tech but I can't see my self moving around constantly in my living room

SPG · 12 Jan 2014 at 12:02

True, but i can see having quite a effect on the competitive side of things "inter-clan" battles would become fun again. (they never seem to happen anymore)