Xbox Unveils New Accessibility-Focused Controllers and Products

The products range from an in-house joystick-focused controller, to collaborations with 8BitDo and ByoWave.

Posted By | On 22nd, Aug. 2024

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Microsoft has announced new products aimed at offering better accessibility options for Xbox players. These are the Xbox Adaptive Joystick, 3D printable files for adaptive thumbstick toppers, the 8BitDo Lite SE 2.4G wireless controller for Xbox, and the ByoWave Proteus controller for Xbox.

The Xbox Adaptive Joystick looks to fill a niche for players that need a singular joystick that can be used alongside the Xbox Adaptive Controller, as well as regular Xbox controllers. The Adaptive Joystick is a wired companion controller designed for players with limited mobility. Along with a thumbstick, the controller also includes two buttons that mimic the bumper and trigger placement, as well as four button inputs on the front. The Xbox Adaptive Joystick will be available through the Microsoft Store in early 2025, and will be priced at $29.99.

The 3D printable files for thumbstick toppers are available for free through the Xbox Design Lab website, and can be used by players who require more flexibility in how they use the analogue sticks on their controllers. There are a host of different thumbstick toppers, ranging between different shapes, depths, and even use types.

The 8BitDo Lite SE 2.4G wireless controller was designed for gamers with limited mobility. Its features include low-resistance buttons, sensitive Hall Effect joysticks, all buttons being accessible on the top of the controller, and a non-slip silicone mat. The controller is priced at $59.99, and is available now.

The ByoWave Proteus controller is a modular controller that revolves around “snap and play” parts. Its modular design allows players to set up the controller according to their own physical needs and play style, and the controller features over 100 million combinations of modules. The controller is available for $299.


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