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Xbox One vs PS4 – controller showdown

We had the pleasure of holding and prodding both the Xbox One and PS4's controllers this week at E3. Here's what we made of them after hammering through as many of the games on the show floor as we could get our mitts on.

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Enemy4711d ago

PS4 wins in every category. Wait until the rest of Sony's 1st parties announce their PS4 stuff. This week alone we've seen developers that Sony doesn't even own come out and flat out tell the DS4 is better.

crxss4711d ago (Edited 4711d ago )

my 2 cents

- DS4 analog sticks feel nice but the surface area for your thumb is a bit smaller
- DS4 triggers are the best yet but still not as good as 360's or Xbox One's imo. I didn't really like the feel of and of Sony's triggers on the DS3 or PS Move. This is basically the same feel and feedback but with a different shape. Would have preferred Dreamcast, Xbox, 360, or One triggers. DS4 triggers doesn't have that great spring feeling like Microsoft has had.
- DS4 trackpad click is nice but the click felt very worn out. I was expecting like a nice laptop trackpad feedback when i pressed it and it felt more like a squishy button (i feel like people could press the button easily when using the trackpad for a swipe motion)
- Overall the DS4 felt very nice but some might have to adjust to the new shell

- Xbox One triggers are amazing!
- Xbox One sticks feel nice but actually have a smaller area to place your thumb
- Xbox One bumpers are worse now (they've moved them in a way so it's more difficult to hit with the tip of your finger and more like hitting them with the middle of your index finger, uncomfortable)
- Dpad is meh and super clicky (practically like the bumpers clicky noise, feels cheap)
- Overall the One's controller is very similar to the 360's in terms of feel other than the worse bumpers and the smaller sticks. Triggers are definitely the highlight of this beaut

Overall i think the DS4 is a better controller but it's sad that the DS4 doesn't have the One's triggers.

iGAM3R-VIII4711d ago (Edited 4711d ago )

did you actually go to E3? and IMO based on images and all, the DS4 is better than the X1 controller and the DS4's triggers look better to grasp because of the different curvature than the X1's controller

"though its non-removeable battety might be a little annoying for hardcore gamers with back-to-back wireless play sessions in mind"

Really? I would rather not spend some extra money for some rechargeable batteries. What if have none? Then my gaming is over until I actually buy more batteries. DS4 is better in that category

crxss4711d ago (Edited 4711d ago )

@iGAM3R-VIII

obviously i went to E3.

once you get ahold those x1 triggers, you'll see. they're way more comfortable, it's kind of baffling why those triggers (shape and rumble) aren't on every other controller. their tech demo with the car was the best example. you could feel the acceleration and shifting of the gears on the right trigger and the brakes on the left trigger. the gattling gun one was alright but didn't have any alterations in the rumble.

in the end though the controller didn't affect my decision to pre-order a ps4 over an x1

HammadTheBeast4711d ago

From the developers, apparently they like PS4's better. The Black light Retribution dev said that the thumb stick angles made them perfect for fast paced shooters, and the new triggers were a major improvement.

RiPPn4711d ago (Edited 4711d ago )

Other reviews I've seen on the Xbox One controller also agree with you on the it being a step backward on the shoulder buttons and the clicky dpad, but they also claim the triggers took a step back also, saying they feel squishy.

http://www.giantbomb.com/po... go to 2:28:30
http://www.youtube.com/watc... go to 5:48
http://www.psmania.net/2013...

And opposite of that almost all reviews are claiming the PS4 is the definitive controller this next gen.

crxss4711d ago

don't get me wrong guys, overall I like the DS4 more than the X1. I just also love the X1's triggers more than DS4's. I also liked 360's more than the DS3 triggers. Just another reviewer. When those kiosks pop up I'm sure you guys will come up with your own opinions.

Utalkin2me4711d ago

I could really care less about the triggers, considering i use l1 and r1 for shooting and sights.

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YNWA964711d ago

So? Was this test done with your hands?

thebudgetgamer4711d ago

Does anyone know if the Xbox controller will have pressure sensitive buttons?

crxss4711d ago

i don't think so. the DS4 also does not have pressure sensitive buttons anymore.

thebudgetgamer4711d ago

Well that sucks. Thanks for the info.

Polysix4711d ago

Xbone doesn't even have a pressure sensitive company behind it seeing how they are sticking to their guns with what has to be the worlds most unpopular console ( and policies) ever*

*Ok, after CDi and 3DO, oh and the Jaguar...

PerryCaravello4711d ago

I'm so interested in the controller standoff. Sony has a lot to prove with this new controller.

lgn154711d ago

PS4 controller has a sick touch pad, but the placement of the thumb-sticks on the Xbox controller has always seemed 'right' to me. I just can't get used to the awkward placement on the PS4 controller.

karl4711d ago

eventually u do

i did get used to the 360 controller after a few weeks using it...

its just the fact that u have been using the same controller for soo long..

lgn154711d ago

Yes I think that would be it. I always wonder if the placement is awkward or my mind just isn't used to it.

Polysix4711d ago (Edited 4711d ago )

I swap between them all the time (360 wireless pad for some PC games) and DS3 for PS3. Makes no difference to me TBH I adapt in about 10 seconds.

I do prefer the DS3's placement, I feel my left thumb doesn't have to stretch up as far when pressing UP.

kingPoS4711d ago

It's much like traveling abroad. It's a bit of a shock to find the steering mirrored and that everyone's driving on the 'wrong' side.

There is no wrong side it's just what your used to.

Belking4711d ago

not even a contest. The 360 had less improvement to do because it was almost perfect. The xbox-one controler is the superior one. Sony even changed their to triggers so that says even they know MS design was better.

USMC_POLICE4711d ago (Edited 4711d ago )

You forget the Sony controller has stood the test of time. Starting around 1998 so you may think Xbox is the best controller however PlayStation controller has been roughly the same for generations and people love it. Personally I hate the Xbox controller. And I have and play xbox. Also the d pad for the new Xbox was taken from PlayStation controllers. So no it was not perfect

Belking4711d ago

ust because you hate it doesn't mean it's bad. It's still the better design. Sony knows this and they are afraid to change because of backlash. They added triggers because they know they work better than what they had before.

karl4711d ago

whats the point of this?

both controllers feel confortable after some time with them..

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Playstation Plus Monthly Games for May: EA Sports FC 26, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, Nine Sols

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FPSRUSSIA13d ago

What's Point in commenting your basicly closing down the site.

LiViNgLeGaCY13d ago

I'm surprised it's still the old site. I thought he said starting today?

Eonjay13d ago

Its like the final episode of the Sapranos. You gonna go to make a comment and when you click add th-

Profchaos13d ago

Timezone thing maybe.... RIP

darthv7213d ago

Insert the Ferris Bueller end scene... "You're still here? It's over.."

LiViNgLeGaCY13d ago

I think the only game here for me is Nine Sols. Was always interested in that game.

TheColbertinator13d ago

Glad I don't buy FIFA games anymore

Rebel_Scum13d ago

Hey now! Thats a great month.

Nacho_Z13d ago

Good month for me, I wanted that particular footy game and thought it might be due. Anyway who cares, shame about the site I'll miss the comment sections. All the best everyone.

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Naughty Dog Was Reportedly Divided On Joel's Controversial Fate During Development Of TLOU Part 2

Naughty Dog was reportedly divided on the controversial fate of Joel in The Last of Us Part 2 during the game's development.

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SimpleDad14d ago

NO, that can't be... No! I can't... Really?/s

Cacabunga14d ago

They for sure chose the worst way to deal with it

-Foxtrot13d ago

Funny considering Bruce left half way through development and now we get told there was an internal conflict with the story direction.

Makes you think…

HectixRose14d ago

I think it was good decision, if he was still alive, he would have been a mascot just like Kratos, drake and many others. These old dudes gotta die for new characters to take center stage with their own storyline. They keep dragging the emotional baggage into many sequels and eventually the story just turns into absolute shit show.

JEECE14d ago

It was ironic because people complained heavily about the story in the Uncharted games not having sufficient stakes because all the key characters always survived, despite the dangerous situations they were always in. Then ND killed a character in a more serious series and everyone lost their minds. Just shows that people don't always really want the thing they say they want.

CantThinkOfAUsername13d ago

I thought the more common complaint about Uncharted franchise was how the main cast are the good guys acting so nonchalantly while killing hundreds in cold blood (aka the dissonance between gameplay and story cutscenes). They just did it again in Part II.

Soy14d ago

Didn't have to kill him. Just have them part ways or Joel can "retire," whatever.

DarXyde14d ago

I don't think he would necessarily need to become a mascot (and besides, technically, I'd say Ellie is... So regardless, someone was going to be).

From a narrative perspective, I do think it has a similar effect to Ricky dying in Boyz N Da Hood: very likeable character, and you're really motivated to see the get back—in this case, it's more intense because it's an interactive experience. Most people hated Abby, but I get what they were after with portraying the cycle of violence and revenge—unfortunately, the game appears to want to take the side of the bad people.

But I will say that if Joel survived, it does become harder to tell an interesting story. What COULD have happened is an exploration into the rift between Joel and Ellie after the trolley dilemma events of the first game. It could have been interesting to see Abby out for revenge at the same time Ellie hated Joel.

Ashunderfire8614d ago

Sorry just had to say this lol! RICKYYYY!

Man Cuba Gooding Jr was miscast in that movie, but that part was cringey it was sad and funny at the same time man.

Ashunderfire8614d ago (Edited 14d ago )

I understand but the way they went about killing Joel, was poorly executed. Even the show of the Last of Us games tried to improved it, but it was just as bad. Well at least Joel got to know the reason why he had to die, before the death happened in the show. That part gave us the full context, but the game just let it happen with no pay off.

Joel death should have been a midway thing through the story, so we at least get to play him a little more with Ellie. Abby didn’t need to be this Hulk looking woman, but more like the show Abby which is a beater idea in my opinion.

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InUrFoxHole14d ago

The only ND game that was so disappointing to me I couldn't finish it.

pwnmaster300014d ago

Honestly as much as I loved the game, they could have just not killed him off.
I get it creator vision and all but killing a character that made you millions is just wrong imo. At least have him go down fighting.

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Final Fantasy X 25th Anniversary Website Launches With New Nomura Artwork and Merchandise

Square Enix launches Final Fantasy X 25th anniversary site, revealing new Nomura art, books, music releases, and merchandise.

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-Foxtrot14d ago

Look I know VIII has its issues and all that but how on earth can the do big anniversary events with new artwork and merchandise for VII, IX and X yet VIII got sweet f*** all.

They could have given it something during its 25th anniversary yet all it got was a single Happy Anniversary post on their social media.

solideagle14d ago

they should know that we are OG fans of VIII as it sold truckload as well. not as much as VII or X. I personally didn't like IX but X and VI are my personal fav.

Shadow Hearts 2 covenant is another game I love. I hope one day someone can make remake, I would be delighted

Relientk7714d ago

Final Fantasy VIII is great and you are always the first to defend it in the comments