According to developing partners, it appears that Sony is preparing a new controller for its PlayStation 3 console, one which can “break apart” into two units each of which have Wii-mote-like motion sensing functionality.
Although not officially announced by Sony, the controller has been sent off to a few developer partners already meaning an E3 launch is possible.
If true, the controller could help bring the casual or family gamer over to the PlayStation 3. The Nintendo Wii currently dominates the casual gaming audience.
The original PS3 controller, the Sixaxis did include some motion sensing ability but nowhere near the freedom of movement a Wii-Mote allows.
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Nintendo has sued the peripherals maker Nyko for allegedly violating Nintendo patents and trademarks pertaining to the Wireless Nunchuk add-on for the Wii-mote.
The complaint, filed in Washington, claims that Nyko’s “Kama” controller “wholly appropriates the novel shape, design, overall appearance and even the color and materials used in the Nintendo Nunchuk controller.”
Additionally, Nintendo says even the Kama’s packaging infringe on trademarks held by Nintendo. The entertainment giant wants monetary damages and the removal of the product from stores.
