 Kind of a no-brainer |
| Review Date: March 10, 2010 |
| Reviewer: tomahagne, Elkridge, MD |
In my experience, no controller works quite as well as the original. Yes, the Sony DualShock is pricier than the third parties', but no one, not even Logitech, seems to be as well-polished as the tried and true DualShock.
I've been burned (not physically) by bad controllers enough times to know better now. Sure, I can buy a Nyko or Mad Catz for half the price, and take the gamble. Or, I can just buy the sure thing.
I think that assurance is money well spent.
That said, I will admit that the ergonomics are not (and has never been) quite right for the Sony controllers. Some complain that the grip angles are wrong or too slim. I personally don't take issue with either, but I can't figure out why they round the top of the analog sticks. They're textured and grippy enough for dry thumbs, but after a while, your thumbs will build up a little sweat. And a little is all you need for it to get slippery. This isn't as unusual a scenario as it may sound. When you're resting your thumbs against a rubbery plastic surface, they will get a little warm and become just slightly moist. The only way to maintain contact is to occasionally wipe your thumbs.
That seems a bit silly to me. This minor design flaw is most noticeable during intense first-person shooters. It's even a bit frustrating when playing easy-going games like LittleBigPlanet which uses the analogs almost exclusively.
If they would implement a more aggressive texture (like skateboard tape) or depressions (like Xbox controllers) this would be perfect.
Fortunately, there are some easy add-on solutions that work very well:
FPS Freek
SpeedFreek
PS3 Dual Triggers
Yes, that means spending a few more dollars on top of your $50+ controller, but they're worth it. |
Satisfecho por la compra - Satisfied with the purchase
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| Review Date: March 10, 2010 |
| Reviewer: Oscar Blas Ayala, Asuncion, Paraguay |
El producto llegó en las condiciones estipuladas por el vendedor, estoy muy satisfecho con la compra.
The product arrived in the conditions set by the seller, I am very satisfied with the purchase. |
It's not the controller that's fun
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| Review Date: March 9, 2010 |
| Reviewer: C. Stevens, Norwalk, CT USA |
| If you're looking to get another controller for your ps3 get the sony brand. It's the best build and worth the money. I just wish the charging cable was longer. |
Red PS3 controller
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| Review Date: March 9, 2010 |
| Reviewer: R. Kreuser, Hartford, WI |
| It's a red version of the one that comes with the PS3. Works great. |
Cheaper the Best Buy
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| Review Date: March 8, 2010 |
| Reviewer: Hangz, MI |
| Works just as good as the red or black controllers. Best Buy sells for $55.00. Got on Amazon for $44.00 with free shipping. |
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PlayStation 3 Dualshock 3 Wireless Controller
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