Nyko Clarifies Guitar Hero Adaptor Cancellation

***wraggster*** · March 31st, 2007, 11:31

via kotaku

After hearing the bad news that the highly anticipated Play Adaptor for the PLAYSTATION 3 had been shelved due to a lack of Guitar Hero controller support, we contacted manufacturer Nyko to get more details on what led to the decision.

Nyko reps explained to us in an e-mail earlier today:

Current technology makes it impossible to properly pass the special functions of the guitar controller to the PS3 with its existing protocol. Features like the whammy and strum bars do not function properly. Being adamant players of Guitar Hero we know how important precise controls are to fans of the series. We will not produce a product if it falls short of those expectations.

We are disappointed that we need to shelve this product as it has been one of the most requested items since its announcement at CES 2007 with numerous inquiries from consumers on a daily basis. If new technology or a firmware update is released that enables us to provide full support for Guitar Hero 1 and 2 on the PS3 via the Play Adaptor, we will reactivate the development of this product.

Again, we would like to express our regret for needing to put this product on hold as we know many people were looking forward to its release.

Unfortunately, I'm going to set realistic expectations for myself and others looking forward to Guitar Hero I and II on the PS3 and cast doubt upon a firmware update addressing this any time soon. Back to waiting for Guitar Hero III, then!