Patent attributes
The invention relates to a game controller for controlling the play of computerized games, more particularly, but not exclusively, the invention relates to ergonomics and control systems which can be programmed and customized. A game controller can include removable and replaceable ergonomic grips to accommodate and fit users having small, medium, and large hand sizes. Further, a game controller can include a removable and replaceable gate which can be circular, octagonal, square, diamond, or other geometric shape for customizing the play of at least one joystick or thumbstick control. In addition, a game controller can include customizable paddle controls mounted on the bottom side of the handle portions of the game controller. Alternatively, a game controller can include a plurality of control keys, or touch pad controls mounted on the bottom side of the handle portions. Moreover, a game controller can include touch pad controls for a majority and/or all of the various desired operations and functions of the device.