What Could the Next PlayStation Controller Look Like?

21 Ago What Could the Next PlayStation Controller Look Like?

Sony could be exploring a new evolution of PlayStation controllers. Speculation points to a modular controller concept that would replace the traditional DualSense touchpad with a small detachable touchscreen accompanied by a rotating dial.

The controller would feature a touchscreen capable of displaying menus, settings, messages, notifications and even quick access to console functions. As well as responding to touch like a smartphone screen, the document suggests that the panel could also work as a physical button when pressed, expanding the ways players can interact without relying solely on the traditional DualSense interface.

Another of the most striking elements is a rotating dial positioned next to the screen. This could be used to scroll through menus, change options or navigate different system functions, while pressing it would allow players to confirm selections. Both the dial and the screen would be magnetic modules that could be positioned in different areas of the controller to suit each player’s preferences.

The device could also display calls, messages and other external notifications. If the user interacts with any of them, the game could automatically pause to prevent interruptions during gameplay. This would turn the controller into something of a control centre for the console, going beyond its traditional role as a gaming peripheral.

Sony continues to experiment with new forms of interaction, so we will have to wait and see whether this concept eventually becomes part of a future PlayStation 5 accessory or even a possible new generation of hardware.