Dell Concept introduces Nyx with cloud gaming, RGB, and more

Microsoft’s Xbox Wireless Elite Controller has been available on Xbox since 2015. Unlike the standard controller, which costs around €60, the 180 euros more expensive elite version With additional removable shift paddles installed on the underside. There are also various attachments for the D-Pad and analog sticks, as well as adjustable shoulder buttons and software options. Hoping for the same train this year Sony with Dualsense Edge Wireless. At CES 2023 tech show, Dell has now shown off the gamepad of the future called the Concept Nyx Game Controller.

The console provides video games on every screen

In addition to the Alienware design’s RGB lighting, the console uses a small touchpad that replaces the control pad. A special feature is the built-in fingerprint sensor, which automatically loads key configurations when the user holds the controller in his hands. In addition, the resistance of the analog sticks should be automatically adjustable depending on the game and the AI-powered overlay should be able to display the current key mapping depending on the game. If the Concept Nyx game controller is held towards the screen and the shoulder buttons are pressed, the video game should be instantly broadcast to the screen. Finally, the console complements the Dell Nyx cloud gaming concept that was shown off at CES 2022 last year.

It’s still not clear what exactly is behind the Nyx concept. Dell’s Alienware describes the concept as a 4 in a PC that can distribute PC games to up to four different end devices in your home. Concept Nyx only uses the local network to distribute PC games to up to four different devices. Latency should be as low as possible compared to cloud gaming on Nvidia Geforce Now or Google Stadia. Right now, there’s no decision on the Concept Nyx or the right console as to whether the hardware will ever go on sale.

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Achievement for the future observer:

• At the CES 2023 tech show, Dell has now shown off the Concept Nyx Game Controller, showing how the gamepad is imagined for the future.
• The touchpad replaces the control panel and the integrated fingerprint sensor should automatically load the user profile when touched.
• If the Concept Nyx game controller is held toward the screen and the shoulder buttons are pressed, the video game should be immediately broadcast to the screen.

Source: Dell (press release)