CNET:
The new Apple TV, which ships in October and costs $149 (32GB) or $199 (64GB), comes with a Siri Remote that doubles as a game controller, with the Touch surface acting as a virtual directional pad.
It also has a built-in accelerometer and gyroscope, much like Nintendo’s motion-sensing Wii remote.
However, Apple says, “For serious gamers, the new Apple TV supports MFi-based controllers that let you run, jump, shoot, kick, throw, punch or just about any other verb you can imagine.” (MFi is Apple’s Made for iPhone/iPad/iPod licensing certification program).
I can’t wait to see how game developers take advantage of the ability to use third-party game controllers.
… they won’t. Not if the Wii/WiiU is anything to go by. A traditional controller is optional for all games, but owning one is a separate non-standard purchase. Support for them is tertiary if at all.
I’m not convinced Apple knows how to do promote gaming.