84w ago - Today Sony has announced news of a PlayStation branded PS3 keyboard and mouse controller slated for release on November 2, 2011.
Manufactured by HORI, the Tactical Assault Commander 3 peripheral set will sells for ¥9800 ($127 US) and is officially licensed by Sony Computer Entertainment.
To quote: "The Tactical Commander 3 consists of an optical right-handed mouse and a keypad for the left hand with WASD-style keys. The pad also includes an easy-access D-Pad comes attached with a palm rest.
Tracking resolution on the optical mouse is unclear, but it's doubtful that the mouse can match the capabilities of a true gaming mouse for the PC. However, the mouse will come equipped with a DPI/sensitivity toggle for more precise aiming.
Sony has not yet announced what games it plans to support with the peripherals at this time. It's curious to see if the company plans to offer mouse and keyboard support for first person shooters like Killzone 3 and Resistance 3, which would undoubtedly benefit from the precision offered by the peripherals."
I have converted and installed the iso of the warriors I have, looks ok, I wonder if they are refreshing some of the graphics or a straight PS2 port. ...
I am probably not going to get it, but eventually.. probably!
Time to sell my FRAGnStein!
Also, the price (in $) is a lot and will surely be the same (but with a £ sign attached) when it reaches the UK. No wireless means that it is an outdated and undesirable peripheral - the cables would have to be at least 4 meters for someone to get this into a comfortable position between them and the tv (assuming the ps3 is just below that).
Finally as properBo has stated, this is ergonomically disastrous! Appealing to only half of the targeted audience - righty's.
For this to work it has to be:
- Wireless.
- Configurable for either lefty or righty's (ambidextrous).
- Under £/$/€ 100.