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Microsoft revealed a new controller this week to assist disabled Xbox users. Nevertheless, most market buyers grumble about its price tag. Customizable controller unveiled With “Proteus Controller” as a name, Microsoft’s customizable video game controller kit will be for players with much variance, including over 100 configurations combinable with snap-and-play parts and remapping buttons suitable for playability. This easy-to-grip and hold controller is the brainchild of the company ByoWave, which is auditioning for the Designed for Xbox program. The cubes are networked to be used by one hand, which reduces the stress of holding the device. The cubes have buttons that can be customized even further, allowing LED lighting to vary. Also, a different version of accessibility can be added.   Making its debut this Autumn, the Proteus Controller is equipped to work with the Xbox Series X/S and Xbox One consoles and PCs running Windows 10 and 11. Unfortunately, there is no indication that the ByoWave technology will initially work with the PS5 or the Switch. Still, the company reaffirms its readiness to collaborate with these consoles.   Nevertheless, the main problem for the Proteus Controller is not its price, which is believed to be less than 300 U.S. dollars. At one hundred ninety-nine dollars, that is way more than a recently discounted Xbox Series X/S console. Therefore, this is almost an eccentric amount that does not suit Xbox gamers’ moods.   Speaking on r/XboxSeriesX, one player said, ” It’s a bit high on the budget, but I’m thrilled about the collaboration to make the game accessible. The more players, the better.”   Another agreed, saying: “Isn’t it cool that Xbox designs such things, but it is also quite expensive? Such expensive product creates hindrances for gamers but with disability as they have to spend a lot of money…

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