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Train-Simulating Console Controllers

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Densha De Go!! Controller Brings Train Sims to the Switch

— June 28, 2021 — Tech
As the simulator category continues to gain steam in the gaming industry, Zuiki launched a specialty train-simulating accessory called the Densha De Go!! Dedicated One Handle Controller. The console controller, designed to work with the Nintendo Switch, brings the train simulator experience to life with its plethora of buttons and levers. The Densha De Go!! controller integrates an advanced gear system that helps the player feel immersed in the experience.

The new controller is complicated enough to feel real but intuitive enough for new players to adapt quickly. In addition, the tactility of the controller keeps the player engaged on a physical level throughout the experience. The Densha De Go!! controller will be released on August 8th in Japan. It can be ordered on the Zuiki website.

Image Credit: Kotaku
Trend Themes
1. Train-simulating Accessories - The Densha De Go!! Controller shows that there is a growing trend for specialized and immersive accessories in the simulator category.
2. Immersion-focused Gaming - The Densha De Go!! Controller demonstrates the trend towards more immersive gaming experiences that go beyond traditional controller inputs.
3. Tactile Controllers - The Densha De Go!! Controller highlights the trend towards controllers that provide a more tactile and sensory experience for gamers.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming Accessories - The Densha De Go!! Controller presents an opportunity for gaming accessory manufacturers to cater to the growing demand for specialized and immersive simulator accessories.
2. Simulator Games - The Densha De Go!! Controller demonstrates the potential for growth in the simulator game market, particularly with the increasing demand for realistic and immersive experiences.
3. Retro Gaming - The Densha De Go!! Controller could also appeal to the retro gaming market, which values unique and specialized accessories that enhance the gaming experience.
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