Video Game Controller

Abstract

A video controller adapted to be used with a video game may include a first end section which includes a fretted area, buttons and / or switches and a second end section which includes a buttons or switches and is connected to the first end section. The second end section can telescope in order to reduce the length of the video controller. The video controller may include a first middle section which may telescope in order to reduce the length of the video controller. The video controller may include a second middle section which may telescope in order to reduce the length of the video controller, and the first middle section may telescope into the first end section. The second end section may telescope into the second middle section, and the second middle section may telescope into the first middle section. The first end section may include a fastening device to detachably connect the first middle section to the first end section, and the fastening device may include an angled projection member to cooperate with an edge of the first middle section. The angle projection member may be integral with the first end section, and the angled projection member may be adjacent to any slot formed in the first end member. The angle projection member may include a depression area for cooperating with the edge of the first end section.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]The present invention relates to an interactive multimedia apparatus, and more particularly to a video game controller.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]Schoolchildren, teenagers and even adults are often seen with a brush, hockey stick or tennis racket in their hand strumming along to a guitar track in the background. This is known as playing the “Air Guitar”. Simulating the playing and movements of the Guitarist with the “Air Guitar” is a very important part of the musical experience, especially to songs with strong instrumental tracks. The users can fantasize and imagine themselves as the lead or bass guitarist playing in the company of their idols. Air Guitarists, however, have only a limited enjoyment experience as their action and movements do not influence the sound output in any way. There is clearly a need for a method of providing a user with a greatly enhanced musical and emotional experience using an “Air Guitar” or other “Air Instrument” when ...

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Benefits of technology

[0011]A video controller adapted to be used with a video game may include a first end section which includes a fretted area, and a second end section which includes a button and is connected to the first end section. Th

Problems solved by technology

Air Guitarists, however, have only a limited enjoyment experience as their action and movements do not influence the sound output in any way.

Therefore this system is not suitable for use by an “Air Guitarist” and cannot be directed to a mass market of persons who appreciate music but have no musical training.

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