# Dynamic Accessible Gaming Controllers Sony Unveils the Inaugural Inclusive Game Controller at CES By Amy Duong | Published 2023-01-06 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/accessible-gaming-controller References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2023/01/05/sony-debuts-its-first-ever-accessible-gaming-controller-at-ces-2023/) & [blog.playstation](https://blog.playstation.com/2023/01/04/introducing-project-leonardo-for-playstation-5-a-highly-customizable-accessibility-controller-kit/)  [Sony](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-7) continues to impress at CES this year and one of the latest highlights from the company is the [accessible Project Leonardo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onehanded-keyboard-concept). It is an accessibility controller kit that is designed to be compatible with the [PlayStation 5](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-leonardo), allowing disabled gamers the same level of play in terms of equal strategy. With a quick glance at the device, it appears to be a circular game pad that is designed with buttons and keys throughout in a directional application. All of these keys can be customized, which allows players to create a gamepad that is best suited for them respectively. Each one is able to be mapped out precisely including the alteration of the hardware bits as well. Image Credit: Sony ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 14% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Inclusive Gaming:** The development of dynamic and accessible gaming controllers has led to an inclusive gaming trend, providing equal opportunities for disabled gamers. - **Customizable Controllers:** The customizable features of Project Leonardo provide a trend towards personalized gaming hardware, allowing users to map out the controller to their precise preference. - **Accessibility Technology:** The rise of accessibility controllers has led to a trend in the development of assistive technology that promotes equal opportunities and access for those with disabilities. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Gaming:** The gaming industry can benefit from incorporating inclusive and accessible design features when developing new hardware and software products. - **Assistive Technology:** The development of accessibility controllers highlights a potential growth opportunity for the assistive technology industry, with a focus on creating products for disabled users. - **Consumer Electronics:** The inclusive gaming trend is driving innovation in consumer electronics, creating opportunities for companies to develop new and innovative hardware products that cater to disabled gamers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Accessible Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-leonardo.md) - [Accessibility Controller Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstation.md) - [Inclusive Controller Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-7.md) - [Modular Accessibility Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstation-access-controller.md) - [Single-Handed Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onehanded-dualsense-controller.md) - [Accessibility-Focused Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-lite-se.md) - [Accommodating Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flex-controller.md) - [Customizable Console Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dualsense-edge.md) - [One-Handed Accessibility Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onehanded-controller.md)