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Finally found a PS2 controller I like
Tiemler
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For some time, I've been looking for a controller that fits my hands better than the Dual Shock 2. The handles on the Sony controller are just too short, giving me a tenuous grip, and I've never liked the design of the direction pad or the spacing of the face buttons.
Everything I tried had some glaring faults. Sticky shoulder buttons, lack of pressure-sensitive face buttons, or terribly distracting and too-bright LED lights to add unnecessary and unwanted "bling." I've heard good things about Logitech, but the stores around me only stock their cordless models, which I didn't want to deal with.
Today, I took a chance on a cheap React corded controller at Best Buy. Just over ten bucks. There's a cordless model, too. Anyway, it looks similar to the Logitech models, with a larger body than the Dual Shock 2, a one-piece directional pad, and more closely-grouped face buttons. I've probably become too accustomed to using R1 for the fire command, but R2 feels like it would make a very comfy trigger for shooters. It curves outward just slightly, instead of conforming to the contours of the controller, if that makes any sense.
The packaging didn't elaborate, but I was pleased to find that the face and shoulder buttons are all pressure-sensitive, and the control sticks are smooth and responsive. There's a nice texture to the plastic, and a rubber grip on the very edge. The rumble feels like the Dual Shock 2, and doesn't have the characteristic rattle of many cheap third-party pads.
Anyway, just thought someone would find this helpful, since I've perused boards in the past looking for recommendations for a more comfortable corded controller.
Everything I tried had some glaring faults. Sticky shoulder buttons, lack of pressure-sensitive face buttons, or terribly distracting and too-bright LED lights to add unnecessary and unwanted "bling." I've heard good things about Logitech, but the stores around me only stock their cordless models, which I didn't want to deal with.
Today, I took a chance on a cheap React corded controller at Best Buy. Just over ten bucks. There's a cordless model, too. Anyway, it looks similar to the Logitech models, with a larger body than the Dual Shock 2, a one-piece directional pad, and more closely-grouped face buttons. I've probably become too accustomed to using R1 for the fire command, but R2 feels like it would make a very comfy trigger for shooters. It curves outward just slightly, instead of conforming to the contours of the controller, if that makes any sense.
The packaging didn't elaborate, but I was pleased to find that the face and shoulder buttons are all pressure-sensitive, and the control sticks are smooth and responsive. There's a nice texture to the plastic, and a rubber grip on the very edge. The rumble feels like the Dual Shock 2, and doesn't have the characteristic rattle of many cheap third-party pads.
Anyway, just thought someone would find this helpful, since I've perused boards in the past looking for recommendations for a more comfortable corded controller.
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I despise the PS2 controller, and lamented over the fact that the 360 controller would be adopting the two-shoulder-button design, before I fell in love with it (still don't like the two shoulder buttons though). This controller however, gives the 360 controller a hell of a fight for most comfortable controller in my house. If anybody's on the fence about this controller, stop it. This is one of the best purchases you can make. It also works on the PS1, though you can't really fit a memory card in at the same time.
Woot had those at 2 for $20 one time. I can't believe I missed it.
One thing to be careful of: the face buttons (especially X) wear out a lot faster than on a regular DualShock. I don't know why. It's not something you need to worry about unless you're getting one used, though.
One made one where you could like unsnap them and put them wherever you want, but I don't remember the name.
There are also oXbox to PS2 converters.
Shit, I'd be all over that.
Do they work on the 360 controller? If so, what is lost in the translation as far as pressure sensitivity, vibration, etc?
Here's a shot of the React in case anyone wants a comparison:
It's a fantastic controller and is well worth anyones time, but the D-Pad is the unit's weak point. I still have two Dual Shocks purely for fighting games because neither myself or any of my more dedicated friends will use the Logitech as the D-Pad feels very loose. And the ones I've seen the slimline PS2 can't still completely flat with one of these plugged in. I've heard there's a revision, so check if it's important.
I don't care for fighting games, but I have noticed one deficiency when it comes to Rez. The controller just can't seem to keep up with everything going on all at once.
I highly recommend this and Logitech's Xbox version too. They both work great, and I still haven't had to replace the batteries after a year or so. That part weirds me out a little, actually...
Maybe it's just a huge-hands-required deal? (And you know what they say about the nerds with huge hands, ladies
For me, it's the terrible analogue sticks. I'm not sure how to best describe what makes them bad, but there's definitely something about them that doesn't work right. Until I got an Xbox, I thought I hated analogue sticks as a control method (for example, I still play Gran Turismo using the d-pad), but I'm fine with them on other systems.
I know a lot of people have issues with the layout, and I can agree that my hands definitely get more tired using the dualshock than other controllers.
I use a Mad Catz PS2 controller extension cable with my PS2 slim so I can use the receiver and both memory card ports. That should help with the PS1, too.
Then you have not held a 360 controller. I wish I had disposable income at this point, I'd so get that wireless controller.
Someone should bring back the big Xbox controller, that thing was great.
The best controllers I have ever used, hands down.
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The Xbox one works well? After this controller, the 360 controller, the wavebird, and the Wiimote, I'm having a very difficult time going back to corded when I play a non-BC Xbox game.
For me, it doesn't appear to be designed with human hands in mind. I can deal with games that make the L/R1 buttons incidental, and rarely used, but when they're used for primary actions, my index fingers will ache for hours afterwards. And seriously... fucking triange/square/circle/x? God of War forced me to remember their fucking positions, and I still get them wrong sometimes. And I've had this system for four and a half years now.
OKAY, I know it looks retarded, but this is my favorite PS2 controller ever.
It has a solid d-pad and neat-o shoulder buttons.
Also, it just feels lighter, in a good way.
It came in this plastic bubble thing that looked crazy but it was a good purchase at some rental place in South Carolina for $5...
Yeah, no shit. At this rate, the rejected Boomerang design probably had face buttons marked with the peace symbol, the Artist Formerly Known As Prince logo, the emblem from the cover of Led Zeppelin IV, and the biohazard label.
And regarding the shape and feel, you got to wonder whose idea it was to leave vast spacing between face buttons, and then mold dinky little paddles that wouldn't fill the hands of the Spongebob Squarepants set, let alone grown-up gamers jacking cars in GTA. There is probably one guy out there whose hands fit the Dual Shock perfectly, with tiny little palms and one giant right thumb, that he drags behind him.
Also, was the Dual Shock 2 the controller that introduced the notion of pushing down on a stick for an extra, astonishingly inconvenient button? More reason to dish out the hate.
Meh, the misplacement of the D-Pad on the 360 controller makes it far less versatile. Games that require you to use the D-Pad become pretty much unplayable. Then there is how fucking thick and heavy it is, especially with the retarded battery pack you need to have on it. It feels off balance with the batteries attached and it's insanely heavy compared to the PS3 controller. The range of motion is actually smaller on the 360 analog sticks than it is on the Dual Shock 2/3 controller giving you less precision. Who the fuck cares what the buttons are labled with. If it takes you 4 years to learn a different layout I'd seriously consider getting your memory ability checked out. The DualShock 3 controller fits perfectly in my hands, it's nice and light so that my hands don't get sore and cramp up during long play sessions. I have large hands and after about 20 minutes of holding the 360 controller, with it's bulkiness and absurd weight my hands start to cramp, a lot. The exclusion of a built in rechargeable batter in the 360 controller was a major design flaw. With the PS3 controller I never have to worry about buying batteries for my joypad. Sony pretty much perfected the home console controller with the DualShock 3 joypad.
Meh, the misplacement of the D-Pad on the 360 controller makes it far less versatile. Games that require you to use the D-Pad become pretty much unplayable. Then there is how fucking thick and heavy it is, especially with the retarded battery pack you need to have on it. It feels off balance with the batteries attached and it's insanely heavy compared to the PS3 controller. The range of motion is actually smaller on the 360 analog sticks than it is on the Dual Shock 2/3 controller giving you less precision. Who the fuck cares what the buttons are labled with. If it takes you 4 years to learn a different layout I'd seriously consider getting your memory ability checked out. The DualShock 3 controller fits perfectly in my hands, it's nice and light so that my hands don't get sore and cramp up during long play sessions. I have large hands and after about 20 minutes of holding the 360 controller, with it's bulkiness and absurd weight my hands start to cramp, a lot. The exclusion of a built in rechargeable batter in the 360 controller was a major design flaw. With the PS3 controller I never have to worry about buying batteries for my joypad. Sony pretty much perfected the home console controller with the DualShock 3 joypad.