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Cooler Master Storm Controller Оюн контроллери by Prompong Hakk

Cooler Master Storm Controller Оюн контроллери by Prompong Hakk is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award Күмүш байгеси in Компьютерлер жана Перифериялык Түзүлүштөр Дизайны Competition Category.


КүмүшКомпьютер· 2024

Cooler Master Storm Controller Оюн контроллери

by Prompong Hakk

Client: Cooler Master

A' Design Award Күмүш байгеси Winner in Компьютер Category

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The Design

About Cooler Master Storm Controller Оюн контроллери

Storm Controller — булуттагы оюндар үчүн жана бир нече түзмөк менен колдонууга арналган оюн контроллери. Контроллер төрт түзмөккө чейин туташат, мисалы, мобилдик телефон, телевизор, компьютер жана консоль. Борбордук баскыч түзмөктөрдүн ортосунда которулат жана активдүү платформаны көрсөтүү үчүн ар түрдүү түстөр менен жанат. Батарея 40 саатка чейин иштейт. Кол менен иштелип чыккан форма орточо чоң кишинин колуна ылайыкташтырылган жана өлчөмү 160 x 105 x 61 мм түзөт. Кармагычтардагы жана джойстиктин резинасындагы атайын текстуралар кармоону жакшыртат. Өндүрүштө 20 пайыз кайра иштетилген пластик менен инжекциялык куюу ыкмасы колдонулат.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Күмүш байгеси

Cooler Master Storm Controller Оюн контроллери – A' Design Award Күмүш байгесинин жеңүүчүсү, жогорку деңгээлдеги, көркөм жана таасирдүү дизайндарга берилген өзгөчө бедели жогору таануу. Күмүш жеңүүчүлөр – өтө тамаша жана абдан чыгармачыл иштер, алар авторлорунун мыкты билимин, талантын жана сезгичтигин көрсөтөт. Cooler Master Storm Controller Оюн контроллери сонун, үлгүлүү, өзгөчө кесипкөй жана терең жаңычыл чыгарма болот деп күтүлөт. Бул Күмүш байгени жеңген дизайн – искусство, илим, дизайн жана технологиянын чек араларын кеңейтүүгө салым кошкон көрүнүктүү ойлоп табуу. Cooler Master Storm Controller Оюн контроллери баардыгы кызыккан чыгарма, ал каалоону ойготот, жагымдуу сезимдерди алып келет жана таң калуу менен суктанууну жаратат.

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

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