Playtiles: Innovative On-Screen Controller for Mobile Gamers
French company INNO Studio has introduced a revolutionary accessory called Playtiles – an ultra-lightweight physical controller for smartphones that attaches directly to the device’s screen. Weighing only six grams, this compact gadget measuring 68×40×2 mm transforms any modern smartphone into a portable gaming console, offering tactile sensations from the classic D-pad and A/B buttons.
The peculiarity of Playtiles lies in its unique design – the controller does not contain electronic components, but uses a special coating resembling a gecko’s paw for secure attachment to the display. The accessory is compatible with all smartphones with a screen wider than 68 mm, and works through a web catalog of games accessible via QR code. The platform offers more than 1,000 free indie games, including an exclusive collection, while offline mode is supported.
The developers emphasize the openness of the platform – enthusiasts can create their own games using the provided tools and publish them in the general catalog. Pre-orders for Playtiles are already open with three configuration options: a basic turquoise controller for €12, a red version with a game subscription for €23, and a set of two controllers with a subscription for €46. The first deliveries are expected at the end of 2025, which could change the approach to mobile gaming, offering a compromise between the convenience of touch controls and the tactility of physical buttons.
The peculiarity of Playtiles lies in its unique design – the controller does not contain electronic components, but uses a special coating resembling a gecko’s paw for secure attachment to the display. The accessory is compatible with all smartphones with a screen wider than 68 mm, and works through a web catalog of games accessible via QR code. The platform offers more than 1,000 free indie games, including an exclusive collection, while offline mode is supported.
The developers emphasize the openness of the platform – enthusiasts can create their own games using the provided tools and publish them in the general catalog. Pre-orders for Playtiles are already open with three configuration options: a basic turquoise controller for €12, a red version with a game subscription for €23, and a set of two controllers with a subscription for €46. The first deliveries are expected at the end of 2025, which could change the approach to mobile gaming, offering a compromise between the convenience of touch controls and the tactility of physical buttons.
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