Haptic Feedback Devices

• Buttkicker

  • Pros:
    • Provides surface information and immersive effects.
    • Can be used for ABS and traction effects.
  • Cons:
    • Expensive compared to alternatives.

• Dayton BST-1 (USB amp)

  • Pros:
    • More affordable alternative to Buttkicker.
  • Cons:
    • Limited customizability.

• Simagic Haptic Units

  • Pros:
    • Allows for ABS feedback.
    • Transforms driving experience.
  • Cons:
    • May require adjustments to settings for optimal performance.

DualSense Haptic Feedback

• iOS

  • Haptics work normally.

• Android

  • Limited to just vibration for PS4 games.
  • Requires a OTG USB adapter for PSplay app haptics for PS5 games.

• PS5

  • Some users report disappointment with lack of haptic feedback in games despite compatibility claims.

Music Haptics

• Apple Music
  • Offers a feature for haptics, but users express confusion and issues with settings and compatibility.
• Spotify
  • Not currently supported for haptics.

Pedal vs 4-Corner Haptics

• Pedal Haptics

  • Pros:
    • Provides important feedback for ABS control.
    • Improves driving performance.
  • Cons:
    • May require experimentation to find responsive options.

• 4-Corner Haptics

  • Pros:
    • Offers immersive effects for road feel and curb sensations.
  • Cons:
    • May provide too much feedback if not set up correctly.

Controller Haptics

• PS5 DualSense
  • Developers criticized for underutilizing features like touchpad and triggers.
• Xbox Controller
  • Users notice the difference in haptic feedback compared to PS5 controllers.