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New FPS Controller For PS3

Digital Battle reports: "First person shooters are popular on pretty much every platform, but PC gamers have always claimed that the mouse and keyboard combination are ideal for the FPS gaming control scheme. Having played the games on both the PC and consoles I would tend to agree.

A new peripheral for the PS3 is being released in ninety days that'll allow console gamers to achieve a slice of that pinpoint accuracy. It's actually two controllers, and unfortunately for any lefties it's obviously designed only for right handed gamers as the buttons on the mouse are located on the left side for easy thumb access. The other controller is a bit like a Wiimote, with its own analog stick and d-pad."

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TIKUP6278d ago

also does anyone know if this is coming to the UK???

FrankenLife6278d ago

It depends on how well it works. I have the Splitfish FragFX that I use for CoD. It works alright for the KZ2 demo. If this controller works really well with KZ2 then I'll totally get it.

TOO PAWNED6278d ago

If consoles in future abandon current console controls and go for wii gimmicks, than i will quit consoles and go back to PC!
I don't want to play with that crap

GameGambits6278d ago

The big thing about this controller is that it's almost a cheat for a game like Killzone 2. Why?

The controller comes with the ability to extremely jack up sensetivies. If you could crank that sensitivity past the max amount even the game is limited too, then you are cheating. Plain and simple. You are using a third party device to make yourself faster than anyone else in a game can.

If this however just stays within the confides of sensitivity allotted to the DualShock/Sixaxis then it only will help those who find this a more comfortable way for them to play.

Even in a twitchy shooter like COD or Resistance, if you can turn way faster than someone because a controller you are using over rides what the games max sensitivity is, then you are cheating.

ViceKingz6278d ago

i have the splitfish one for the ps3, and it absolutely sucks with R2, but i've heard good things about it being used with COD4

Simon_Brezhnev6278d ago

Vice your right i had splitfish for Resistance 2 it sucked real bad den i tried it on fear 2 demo and it was still horrible i just got rid of it all together i wish they would give pc gamers an option and let us use mouse and keyboard on ps3 games

ViceKingz6278d ago

yeah it was very boxy with R2, aiming and mouse movement werent precise enough

Ghoul6278d ago

i totally hate fragfx user and such.

play fair - learn to aim - use the controller

sorry but for me a fragfx is some sort of cheating on a hardware basis.

IdleLeeSiuLung6278d ago

I completely agree with zlatko above and that was the first thing that came to my mind.

Gaming is supposed to be fun and it needs to be on an even field, especially for those that already isn't spending massive amount of time getting good. Putting out peripherals like this might just turn the tide and make games less fun to play for the masses and cater to the hardcore of the hardcore gamers.

Raf1k16278d ago

the thing is, id love to have a controller like this for my fps games (as long as it works well that is)

i have to admit, as a mainly PC guy, i am kinda getting used to playing fps games on my ps3. the only problem i have is my left thumb cant make proper circular motions :( (total pain in the arse in sf4 btw)

Mindboggle6278d ago

Sorry to bring this up but...Im not fussed with all this rubbish about how the dualshock isnt good for FPS. I beg to differ. I used to have a 360 controller with COD4 and the analogue sensitivity is awkward and its very hard to get precise shots quickly. I also remember when trying to change perks I would always be hitting the wrong bit of the d-pad. Its almots like a cross between an analogue and a d-pad that doesnt function properly.

For me the only thing the 360 controller has got going for it the really great shape, and it just moulds in your hands, it feels really good but doesnt play all that good.

And mouse and keyboard doesnt suit me either, as unless your sat at a computer desk its just awkwurd. I tried the fragfx and thought it just didnt work.

The dualshock 3 is good for FPS and noone needs these third party controllers.

Voiceofreason6278d ago (Edited 6278d ago )

Compared to Mouse Keyboard it doesnt matter who makes the controller or what console it is on, they pretty much suck for the most part. So not sure why you even thought bringing MS up as sucking as well was any kind of valid point.

The only thing close on console at this time to ms/KB is the Wii remote not the PS3 controller.

vhero6278d ago

as dumb as it looks this is one thing you cant get on 360 which is another reason to own a PS3 and the people on here complaining I notice are mostly MS fanboys bar a few who really don't like how about if you got a problem with Sony stay away from PS3 section? Other than that if it works well I can sell these selling like hotcakes as hardcore FPS players will do anything to get that little bit more edge.

XLiveGamer6278d ago

Good one from Sony. I like it but its like always not everybody have the same taste. The only negative thing i see its that you need to be gaming in a desk to enjoy this but for me that have 3 LCD 26" 1080p Screens, X360 & a PC: i7 Extreme with a 55nm GTX 260 and a space reserved for another console in 2010 its all right! No doubt this its going to be possible on PC. GREAT!

CyberCam6278d ago (Edited 6278d ago )

and I LOVE IT! I use it for COD4, R:FOM & R2, Socom:Conf etc. With a regular PS3 controller I'm slightly above average, but with the FragFX I'm GOD LIKE and that's not an exaggeration! To me, it's actually better than a mouse & keyboard and that's saying a lot, since I've been a PC FPS/TPS since the late 80's.

Those who have owned one, need to play with the settings to get the right feel. Trust me when I say that when you get that perfect feel, your gaming experience will increase ten fold!

I'm definitely getting this one as well, this way I don't have to sit so close to the TV any longer.

FrankenLife6278d ago

I don't feel comfortable playing fps with a ds3. the stick just don't agree with me. I learned with a mouse. Used a mouse for years before the playstation ever came along. For me it is more of comfort thing. Even though it is clunky with R2, I still use it for comfort. Yes you can crank the sensitivity above the game settings but it doesn't work real well. the screen stutters and skips. So I'm not cheating in that sense. It does help me aim. But again it is for comfort. Even though it doesn't work real well with KZ2, I'll still use it.

Delive6278d ago

from the comments. It's not cheating if you prefer this scheme and play the campaign, right? Either way, I see it like this, the PS2 controller was better for FPS shooters to me. The buttons and sticks were stiffer, providing more resistance. The PS3 controllers are loose and over sensitive. I have a USB to PS2 adapter and played the KZ2 demo with it and it was a lot more precise. I plan to use this when it comes out and I will be online. Not saying I'm a god or anything, before that gets taken out of context. With that said, is this considered cheating? I'm not using a PS3 controller, but one that I feel helps me to be better. At the same time, it's still a PS controller.

kparks6278d ago

i'm all ready crippled by a 1 sec leg on my crappy internet.. I never have more then one bar connection on call of duty!!! don't sound like much but when you have to shoot in front of people to hit them its really F'd UP and when you getting killed by people before you even see them come around the corner sucks. But i keep my 1to1KDR so i'm still kinda happy and i get over it. on topic i like and will stick to the ds3 most likely

madpuppy6277d ago

I probably wouldn't have bought it anyway but, it sucks that there is no LH version...

Cicinho6277d ago

Are you serious? They are hardly going to abandon current controls, simply giving people a choice. All the gimps cry "ooh i cant play fps with a controller because i am geek" well now they can play with their geek tools.

JsonHenry6277d ago

GIMME GIMME GIMME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

ia_studio6277d ago

I always rather play fps on a pc (bioshock cod4) but if this thing actually exist I will buy it to play kz2 and for real kick some ass in the multiplayer

Raz6277d ago

I can't even picture how I'm supposed to use these stupid things - looks a hell of a lot harder than using a DualShock. I should be messing with a PS3mote while I try and move a mouse around simultaneously? How does that improve my accuracy?

This has 'Hey, Wii and PC users, come try me' written all over it. I seriously doubt the majority of the PSN community is going to go for 'em.

I know I'm not. But if you wanna improve your FPS skills - grab a pair of FPSFreek add-ons for the sticks. Now there's a practical accessory...

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Vitalogy6278d ago

I still rather use the mouse and keyboard instead.

madpuppy6277d ago

A mouse/KB is really the way to go over this.

IcarusOne6277d ago

Depending on the reviews, I'll definitely check this sucker out. I hate the dualshock for FPS.

theEnemy6277d ago

it's up to the devs if they want to fully support the KB and mouse on their game on the PS3.

U3 did that.

Main problem about this and the FragFX is the mouse itself. It's sensitivity is the main con. But if you got comfortable with that, then it's like using a PC mouse on your right hand, and a Nun-chuck on your left. It's not comfortable though (The nun-chuck).

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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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-Foxtrot6d 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.

solideagle6d 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

Relientk776d ago

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

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15 Years Ago, Mortal Kombat (2011) Saved Gaming’s Biggest Fighting Franchise

A brutal reset, a smarter story, and a return to what made it great—Mortal Kombat (2011) revived the series.

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italiangamer15d ago

"Gaming’s Biggest Fighting Franchise"

Press X to (seriously) doubt.

DarXyde13d ago

Underrated comment. I used to hate that game so much that any time my siblings asked me to play it, I just picked Hom and shut myself down mid-match.

Soy13d ago

And then MK1 killed it again.

DivineHand12513d ago (Edited 13d ago )

15 years went by so fast. I remember playing through the story mode at launch.

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PlayStation legend Shuhei Yoshida says Jim Ryan fired him because he didn't listen to him

Why did Sony push Shuhei Yoshida out of his role leading PlayStation's first-party games? He'd overseen some huge successes. Well, apparently, he didn't listen.

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Relientk7715d ago

Yeah I can see that for sure. Shuhei Yoshida should have been in charge not Jim Ryan.

Cacabunga14d ago

It should be free highway for him now.. but Sony are too stupid to see this, especially that moron Hulst

S2Killinit14d ago (Edited 14d ago )

Wtf why all that anger. PlayStation is dominating on every level. Besides I think there is a little more to hiring a CEO than just who is available. Its not like its a athlete your team wants to buy.

neutralgamer199214d ago

S2Killinit

live service failures, chasing trends, closing studios. yes dominating

Cacabunga14d ago

Sony is Dominating because competition is not existing. Compared to previous gens this is the poorest in terms of software offerings.

Last gen we got Uncharted 4 Lost Legacy and TLOU2 from ND alone.

This is so far a remasters gen, with no competition to lift up the quality

1nsomniac14d ago (Edited 14d ago )

..."PlayStation is dominating on every level"....

...Really???

PlayStation are soon heading into a new generation in the not to distant future. They currently have the worst customer satisfaction they've ever sustained as a company. The company is heading for a huge crash while at the same time they'll need to be planning how they are going to try and win back that favour and the build up to their new releases.

Yes financially they're winning but they're going to have to ride out this complete public corporate disaster. No one has faith in the company or the product anymore. They've damaged their public image so much this generation. Greed can kill anyone.

medman14d ago

Hulst is a disaster......

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blacktiger14d ago

He would've done the same thing and fire Jim Ryan and Shuhei would be the villain. Why?
Because Elite creates the narrative and distraction for gamers, users and citizens.

Outside_ofthe_Box14d ago

More confirmation that Jim Ryan is the culprit for what has happened to Sony. Hulst needs to go too. What sucks is that a lot of the good top heads at Sony are no longer there. I wish that guys that were forced out prematurely by Dumbo Jimbo like Shuhei and Layden came back.

robtion14d ago

Yep. Yoshida was responsible for bringing one of the best games of this generation to playstation (Stellar Blade). He is an actual gamer and is in touch with what gamers want (creative, fun games, not GaaS and agenda pushing). He also seems like a genuinely nice guy if you watch some interviews. Of course they got rid of him.

darthv7214d ago

Makes you wonder if MS even thought about hiring him after Phil and Sarah were leaving. He certainly couldn't make their situation any worse.

Agent7514d ago

Microflop. After Windows XP and Xbox 360, it all went floppy.

S2Killinit14d ago

Floppy 😆
No pun intended

badz14914d ago

Yoshida for President! Jim Ryan was and always be a hack! Sony should get Shu back

Lightning7714d ago

All the gamer/consumer lead heads are gone across PS and Xbox. shuhei gone phil's gone (questionable) but gone. The future of gaming is somewhat uncertain across the board.

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