Cooler Master Storm Controller Lub Tswj Ua Si by Prompong Hakk

Cooler Master Storm Controller Lub Tswj Ua Si by Prompong Hakk is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award Nyiaj in Tsim Computer thiab Khoom Siv Txuas Nrog Competition Category.

NyiajComputer· 2024

Cooler Master Storm Controller Lub Tswj Ua Si

by Prompong Hakk

Client: Cooler Master

A' Design Award Nyiaj Winner in Computer Category

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The Design

About Cooler Master Storm Controller Lub Tswj Ua Si

Storm Controller yog ib lub tswj ua si uas raug tsim los rau kev ua si hauv huab cua (cloud gaming) thiab siv nrog ntau yam khoom siv. Lub tswj no txuas tau nrog plaub lub khoom siv, xws li xov tooj ntawm tes, TV, khoos phis tawj thiab console. Ib lub pob nyem nruab nrab pauv hloov ntawm cov khoom siv thiab ci ntsa iab ua ntau xim los qhia tias lub platform twg tab tom siv. Lub roj teeb siv tau ntev txog 40 teev. Lub cev tsim raws li tes puab suits rau ib txwm tus neeg laus txhais tes thiab muaj qhov ntsuas 160 x 105 x 61 mm. Cov nqaij daim (textures) tshwj xeeb ntawm cov chaw tuav thiab cov roj hmab ntawm tus joystick pab kom tuav tau ruaj dua. Kev tsim khoom siv txoj kev injection molding nrog 20 feem pua cov yas rov siv dua (recycled plastic).

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Nyiaj

Cooler Master Storm Controller Lub Tswj Ua Si yog tus yeej ntawm A' Design Award Nyiaj, ib qho kev lees paub muaj meej mom heev tshaj li qub uas muab rau cov qauv tsim qib siab, zoo nkauj thiab ua rau neeg xav tsis thoob. Cov neeg yeej Nyiaj yog cov haujlwm ci ntsa iab heev thiab tsim tshiab heev uas qhia txog kev paub, kev txawj ntse thiab kev ntse ntawm cov kws tsim qauv. Cooler Master Storm Controller Lub Tswj Ua Si xav tias yuav yog ib qho haujlwm zoo kawg nkaus uas tsim rau qhia, tshaj lij heev thiab tsim tshiab tob. Cov qauv tsim yeej A' Design Award Nyiaj no yog ib qho khoom tsim uas pom tseeb heev thiab neeg qhuas uas pab tau thiab nthuav dav ciam teb ntawm kev kos duab, kev tshawb fawb, kev tsim qauv thiab thev naus laus zis. Cooler Master Storm Controller Lub Tswj Ua Si yog ib qho khoom tsim uas neeg coob xav tau, uas ua rau xav, coj kev xav zoo thiab ua rau xav tsis thoob thiab xav paub.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Introducing Cooler Masters inaugural PC controller tailored for Cloud Gaming, boasting multi-hosting capabilities and premium design features. The Storm Controller seamlessly connects to up to 4 devices, ensuring uninterrupted gameplay with an impressive 40-hour battery life. Its ergonomically hand-sculpted design enhances comfort during extended gaming sessions, while the distinctive Cooler Master aesthetic and superior technical performance elevate it above others in its class.
Dimensions & Packaging: The controller measures 160 x 105 x 61 mm. The controller is designed to suit the average adult hand.
Tags: Cooler Master, Storm Controller, Gaming Peripheral, shakes bkk, Gaming
Production Technology: A bespoke texture plate was commissioned to emboss a uniquely crafted Cooler Master pattern onto the rubber grips, ensuring a distinct tactile experience. Another texture, featuring a dissected Cooler Master Halo, was specifically designed for the joystick rubber, further enhancing grip and control during gameplay. Manufactured through a standard injection molding process, the controller upholds Cooler Masters commitment to sustainability by incorporating 20 percent recycled plastic material.
Design Challenge: The creation of the Storm controller posed a unique challenge, as it was built upon an existing factory platform, restricting modifications to the split line profile and button positioning. Despite this constraint, the team was determined to enhance the controllers ergonomic feel based on research and observation findings. Numerous 3D prints and prototypes were developed to refine the contours and shape of the Hybrid D-Pad.
Research: Through collaboration with a local Research company and an online workshop held during Computex, extensive research was conducted to uncover new insights into controller pain points and design preferences. This comprehensive approach aimed to identify user acceptance levels for battery life, exploring options such as hot-swappable or built-in batteries. Additionally, the research delved into D-Pad preferences and ergonomic considerations, ensuring that user feedback directly informed the design process, resulting in a controller that addresses the diverse needs and preferences of gamers.
Inspiration: To ensure an exceptional gaming experience the team crafted a controller facilitating seamless gameplay across multiple devices, a pioneering feat demanding compatibility with at least 4 platforms, mobile, TV, PC, and console, a first during development. The design emphasizes subtle yet distinctive details, such as the custom Anti-Blister D-Pad, Joystick Rubber, and Controller Grip, all with dedicated Cooler Master brand patterns.
Project Duration: The Controller was conceptualized over the duration of 3 months with another 6 months of development with the factory, totaling 9 months in project lead time.
Operation Flow: The Storm Controllers multi-device connectivity empowers users to pair it with up to four devices, effortlessly switching between them at the press of a button. Serve as your primary gaming peripheral across all devices, relishing the convenience of seamless transitions.
At the heart of this functionality lies the distinctive Cooler Master Halo Logo, shaping the swap button at the controllers center. Illuminating in various colors, it intuitively signals different platform connections—such as Android and PC—enhancing user experience and convenience.
Team Members: Prompong Hakk
Marco D'Ignazio
Surakead Hemwimon
Chris Chen
Image Credits: shakes bkk