Universal tactile feedback system for computer video games and simulations

In a computer or video game system, apparatus for providing, in response to signals generated by said computer or video game system, a tactile sensation to a user of said computer or video game system, said apparatus comprising:

• a flexible seat cushion;
• a plurality of actuators, attached to said flexible seat cushion, for selectively generating said tactile sensation;
• and
• a control circuit, coupled to said plurality of actuators, where said control circuit is responsive to an audio signal for generating a control signal to control activation of said plurality of actuators, where said audio signal corresponds to action portrayed on said computer or video game system.

In a computer or video game system, apparatus for providing, in response to signals generated by said computer or video game system, a tactile sensation to a user of said computer or video game system, said apparatus comprising:

• a flexible seat cushion;
• a plurality of actuators, attached to said flexible seat cushion, for selectively generating said tactile sensation;
• and
• a control circuit, coupled to said plurality of actuators, where said control circuit is responsive to direct digital signals for generating a control signal to control activation of said plurality of actuators, where said direct digital signals correspond to action portrayed on said computer or video game system.