Every Hentaidude story tagged Patents, newest first. The latest arrived on Sep 30. Each story credits its source and links to the full report.
Sony is exploring a PlayStation controller that could double as a contactless payment device, allowing players to purchase games or in-game content simply by tapping a credit card or smartphone against it.
via Sankaku Complex
Microsoft has filed a patent application for a system that could interrupt games with advertisements after boss fights, quests, cutscenes and multiplayer rounds, effectively giving players blocks of gameplay time in exchange for watching ads and serving as the next big step for companies to milk as much cash out of…
via Sankaku Complex