Portal 2 DLC adds Sixense motion levels, Hydra motion controller out now

A new map pack for Portal 2 has been released, adding new six chambers designed to be played with the Razer Hydra motion controller. The controller features two control sticks that can be used to pick up items, stretch special cubes and rotate portals. The Hydra works with all Portal 2 single player and co-op missions, but the MotionPack levels will feature special items and puzzles that take advantage of the controller's unique abilities.

It's impossible to know how the Hydra really feels until it's in our hands, but a series of demo videos on the Razer site gives us an idea of the movements needed to perform in-game actions. You can watch the videos below. The motions appear smaller and more subtle than the wild arm waving that we've seen on similar devices like the Wii-mote. The Hydra is only available in the US, for now. It's currently available to pre-order from Razer EU for 140 Euros, and is listed as "shipping in June."

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