X-Max Game Controller

Written By Enabling Engineering

Develop an alternative Xbox experience for a client with cerebral palsy

The Need

Our client who really enjoys playing video games has cerebral palsy. This inhibits his motor skills to the point where it is impossible for him to play video games. More specifically Xbox, using traditional control systems. Our controller aims to enable him to play XBox with minimal external assistance.

The Solution

Our current solution is an array of mechanical switches suspended around Max’s head which allow him to control 4 of the 10 buttons on a traditional Xbox controller. The switches are covered with large foam pads to enable comfortable head operation. The recent update includes an inline companion controller so that an occupational therapist or friend can play the game with Max and aid him as he learns to use the device.

The Team

  • Sebastian Ardila

  • Matthew Luongo

  • Thomas Davie

Enabling Engineering
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