Cooler Master Storm Controller Spillkontroller by Prompong Hakk

Sølv Datamaskin · 2024

Cooler Master Storm Controller Spillkontroller

by Prompong Hakk

A' Design Award i Sølv 2024 in Datamaskin
CLIENT: Cooler Master
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About Cooler Master Storm Controller Spillkontroller

Storm Controller er en spillkontroller designet for skyspilling og bruk med flere enheter. Kontrolleren kobler til opptil fire enheter, som mobil, TV, datamaskin og konsoll. En sentral knapp veksler mellom enhetene og lyser i ulike farger for å vise hvilken plattform som er aktiv. Batteriet varer i opptil 40 timer. Den håndskulpturerte formen passer en gjennomsnittlig voksen hånd og måler 160 x 105 x 61 mm. Spesialtilpassede teksturer på grepene og gummien på styrespaken gir bedre grep. Produksjonen bruker sprøytestøping med 20 prosent resirkulert plast.

About the A' Design Award i Sølv

Cooler Master Storm Controller Spillkontroller er vinner av A' Design Award i Sølv, en usedvanlig prestisjefylt anerkjennelse som tildeles design i toppklassen som er nydelige og imponerende. Sølvvinnere er enormt briljante og usedvanlig kreative verk som viser designernes enestående ekspertise, talent og skarpsindighet. Cooler Master Storm Controller Spillkontroller forventes å være et praktfullt utstillingsverk som er bemerkelsesverdig profesjonelt og dypt nyskapende. Dette designet, som har vunnet A' Design Award i Sølv, er en svært bemerkelsesverdig, beundret oppfinnelse som gagner og flytter grensene for kunst, vitenskap, design og teknologi. Cooler Master Storm Controller Spillkontroller er et skaperverk mange misunner, som vekker ønsker, gir positive følelser og vekker undring og forundring.

Press Kit

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.
Image Credits: shakes bkk