The eighth generation of the beloved set-top box blew up the market in 2013 and became the dream and goal of most gamers who are fans of the PS platform. In the foreseeable future, the price of the PS4 console will decrease, and thanks to this, it will be available to most users who want to purchase it.
The prices of accessories for the PS4 are also reduced, and everyone who wants to purchase an additional gamepad, keyboard or remote can only wait a little so that the cost drops by ~ 20%.
The high-tech DualShock 4 gamepad with integrated touchpad has become an excellent alternative to a console mouse. The built-in gyroscope allows you to interact with the game interface at a different level: with it you can "draw" and maneuver the vehicle. However, the PS4 prefix with standard equipment includes only one gamepad, so fans who want to play in Versus mode will have to purchase a second one.
The PS Network service provides a very wide selection of games with the possibility of joint battle or battle against each other, so buying a second DualShock for most users is only a matter of time.
Popular PS4 Accessories
However, the needs of an ordinary gamer are not limited to just buying a second gamepad. Despite the presence of a touch panel and a gyroscope on it, which has become a kind of alternative to the Kinect system, many complain about the inconvenience of entering text content. With the advent of chatting in games and the “party” service, where you can chat with friends, the problem has become even worse. Unfortunately, Sony did not announce the release of keyboards for the console, however, the official website indicates that an external keyboard and mouse using Bluetooth technology can be connected to it.
Potentially, any wireless keyboard-mouse pair can be used for these purposes. However, devices may not be supported in some Sony PS4 games. Accessories that simplify the process of text input are supported in “party” chatting, and gradually this problem can be fixed in the process of releasing updates. In addition, most multiplayer games support audio communication using the built-in microphone in DualShock (to be more precise, it has 4 microphones integrated). Therefore, the forecast for connecting a wireless pair is quite favorable, in addition, a wireless mouse and keyboard will always be useful.
PS compatible equipment
A very good news for fans of not only the set-top box, but also of all Sony products, was the announcement of the flagship line of tablets and smartphones of the Z generation. So, the Sony Xperia Tablet Z3 can serve as a screen for the set-top box instead of a TV. The same goes for flagship smartphones, acting as accessories for the PS4. The function supports wireless transmission of images to the phone in high resolution. The only drawback is the quick discharge of the Android device. But the dignity is evident: you can go out for lunch, taking with you a gamepad and smartphone, without interrupting the game. A real paradise for a gamer!
Hardware and gadgets for the lazy
For very active gamers, an extension of the console’s memory is provided using a special module. It would seem, why store all the games on the console if the purchase of the game is registered on the PS Network and you can download it at any time? However, the offer is very relevant for users with a slow Internet connection, where downloading may take several days.
Another device, this time a find for lazy users, is a charging station for gamepads. It is known that to recharge the gamepad it must be connected to the console. The station can be installed next to the sofa. And in the future it will be possible to recharge the gamepad without getting up from it. However, it cannot be said that such a device is intended only for lazy people. Cautious users know that by constantly using the recharge socket, you can break it, for example, tripping over a cord at night. By installing the station in a convenient place, you can protect the gamepad and console from such incidents.
A look into the future
However, the above accessories for the PS4 - far from the ultimate dream console. The Corporation plans for the foreseeable future the release of virtual reality helmets, which will characterize the generation of these consoles and all video games in general.
We will look forward to this future and hope for the realization of a childhood dream!