| dc.description.abstract | This project aims to explore the possibility of creating a modular gaming controller for those who may have difficulties employing a standard controller or Keyboard and mouse for gaming. The primary user-demographic for this project are the ones affected by hand and arm variations exclusion as a result of birth circumstances or Injury. Such issues may result in a lack of enjoyment, or even for the hobby, intended or otherwise. Depriving people from enjoying something they may have been partaking in all of their life, or trying out a hobby that may seem impossible due to their circumstances.
Building on prior research, as well as close to two decades of personal experience with the usage of controllers, I aim to explore what can be done in order to create a satisfying experience for those who may need a more personalized experience in order to play at the same level as others.
This project builds heavily on modularity, attempting to lay out the possibilities of what can be achieved with a modular controller, built from the ground-up for inclusivity purposes.
In order to do this, I go through extensive prototyping, 3D printing controllers of different shapes and sizes, and creating mechanisms that allows for adjustment of the controller, in order to satisfy the needs of as many users as possible. Ending with a semi-functional controller, highlighting potential for modularity in controller design. | |