Dragon Quest XI, the latest installment to the popular Square Enix video game series, was commemorated by Hori, a developer who recently released a slime-shaped gaming controller for PS4 users.
As HYPEBEAST reports, the remote's design was inspired by the video game series' mascot, who looks like a tear drop-shaped mound of bright blue goo with a face on it. Although the unique Dragon Quest XI gaming controller is more difficult to use than traditional PS4 remotes, it makes for a great collectible item or gift. Those wishing to use it for its functional purpose can master the odd shape of it quickly though, and it features all the controls that are needed to play on its underside.
Goo-Shaped Gaming Controllers
Hori Created a New PS4 Remote in Honor of Dragon Quest Xi
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