Sony's Latest Patents: AI-Powered Gameplay and a Realistic DualSense Gun Attachment
Sony has filed two intriguing patents aimed at enhancing the gaming experience. These patents detail an AI-powered camera system for predicting player inputs and a gun-style trigger attachment for the DualSense controller.
AI-Driven Lag Reduction:
The "Timed Input/Action Release" patent describes a camera system that monitors the player and controller. AI analyzes the captured footage to anticipate the player's next button presses. Alternatively, the system could interpret partial controller inputs to infer player intent. This predictive capability aims to minimize lag in online games by preemptively processing inputs.
Enhanced Gunplay with a DualSense Attachment:
A second patent introduces a trigger attachment designed to transform the DualSense controller into a more realistic firearm simulation. Players would hold the controller sideways, using the space between the R1 and R2 buttons as a sight and the attachment's trigger to mimic firing a weapon. The patent suggests compatibility with other devices, including the PSVR2 headset.
A History of Innovation:
This is just the latest in a long line of innovative patents from Sony. The company holds a vast portfolio, including concepts like skill-based adaptive difficulty and temperature-sensitive controllers. However, it's important to remember that a patent doesn't guarantee product release. Whether these latest ideas will become reality remains to be seen.
