Sony's New Patent Shows Buttonless PlayStation Controller Design With Touch Input

Sony has obtained a patent for a new controller design that ditches all buttons in favour of a touch interface. The controller would come with optical sensors that register touch-based inputs. The new controller design would be fully customisable, allowing users to resize, remap, and remove buttons to their liking.

Feb 2, 2026 - 15:11
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Sony has obtained a patent for a new controller design that ditches all buttons in favour of a touch interface. The controller would come with optical sensors that register touch-based inputs. The new controller design would be fully customisable, allowing users to resize, remap, and remove buttons to their liking.

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