PS3 gamer overcomes disability with custom controller, triumphs in l33t3st way imaginable
By Samuel Axon 
posted November 11th 2008 3:09AM
posted November 11th 2008 3:09AM
Yeah, we here at Engadget are hardened cynics -- our cold, black hearts have closed off to all but the most extraordinary tech-related stories, and we don't talk about the triumph of the human spirit a lot, but PlayStation 3 forum user KitsuneYume has us stepping outside our usual box today. With the help of an engineer, he made an "adaptive controller" that allows him to game with the pros despite serious disabilities. 20 out of 25 functions are accounted for by the system, and he uses his fingers, toes, and even his tongue to play -- your regular, everyday controller mod it ain't. The creator said he uploaded the pictures to make sure folks who might need it are aware the technology exists, as he contacted Sony a while back and they weren't able to tell him where to look. We hope this helps gets the word out, because we think everyone should have and chance to lie, cheat, and steal their way through Fallout 3.
[Thanks, Jason]
[Thanks, Jason]
I have mix feelings about this story.
On one side, it's freaking amazing that his will and determination have accomplished so much to live a normal life. On the other hand, I feel doubt and shame that if I were in his shoes, I would able do the same.
What so amazing about him, is not necessary that he can play video games, but managed to inspired to many. In part, he's not looking for pity, he's not looking for money or fame. He has reach a point where he has accepted his condition and embracing living his life to the fullest.
What a buncha sappy douches you guys are... Boy, did I forget to sync with the menstrual cycle around here...
as always, with outstanding accomplishment, there is epic fail. e.g., you.
I seriously almost wept. If only all of us had so much drive. Glory to you, sir!
They need to hook up an OCZ NIA to that thing.
http://www.ocztechnology.com/products/ocz_peripherals/nia-neural_impulse_actuator
Oh, and no offense, but he needs to pick a different handle than Fox Dream.
Unless of course, he actually is gay or bi, then more power to him.
Keep kicking ass dude! \m/
Game on! This guy is proof that human will can always triumph. Kinda puts alot of things into a whole new perspective.
A Man who has true Gamer "Tamashi" !!
Deeply impressed. My salute to you.
what a douche he is wont even show his face punk azz
Wow, just wow. You know why I am guessing he chose not to show his face? It's because there are people like you in the world who would make fun of a disabled person for no better reason then you can and you get some kind of sick amusement out of it. I am not even going to point out the irony in the fact that you are saying this on the internet meaning no one can see your face either.
That's pretty cool. More power to him!
Check out how my friend plays games too.
He goes by the gamer tag N0M4D.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTnwpmutbWE
This is truly inspirational!!!!!!!
I write a national magazine for children with disabilities and their families in Australia. I was wondering if I could include this photo/story in it. I work at a not for profit community organisation.
yes you can use