# Sony Patent Lets Viewers Step In When Streamers Get Stuck

> Viewers could guide streamers through games using Sony's new patent system.
- Title: Sony Patent Lets Viewers Step In When Streamers Get Stuck
- Summary: Viewers could guide streamers through games using Sony's new patent system. Sony's patent allows viewers to send on-screen pointers and haptic feedback to…
- Keywords: sony, streamer, patent, gaming, haptic feedback, on-screen pointers, sports, Lets, Viewers, Step, Streamers, Get
- Source: Dexerto — https://dexerto.com/gaming/sony-patent-could-let-viewers-step-in-when-streamers-get-stuck-in-games-3417509
- Author: Michael Gwilliam
- Published: 2026-10-09T16:28:45+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: sony, streamer, patent, gaming, haptic feedback, on-screen pointers, sports
## Sony patent system
Viewers could guide streamers through games using on-screen pointers and haptic feedback.
## How it works
The system uses cursor commands from viewers to point at game elements and send haptic feedback.
## Potential uses
Viewers could point out boss weak spots, enemy locations, or show where to aim a ball in games.
## Key takeaway

Sony's patent allows viewers to send on-screen pointers and haptic feedback to help streamers get unstuck in games.