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Tweak It: DualShock 3

The PlayStation’s controllers have remained remarkably unchanged considering that we are not that far away from the twentieth anniversary of the brand’s launch; the addition of the two analogue sticks being the only really significant difference that is immediately apparent.

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DrRichtofen5404d ago

"The Dual Analog’s analogue sticks themselves also had concave tops rather than being the mushroom-like appendages we are now left with.".....I believe the style of the analogue sticks are called convex, which imo I prefer much more than concave.

NukaCola5404d ago

Only things I would change are the inverting the thumbs and giving them a little more feed back, and also going back to the DS2 style of L2/R2 but leaving the DS3's pressure to them. I like they are still trigger like, but would rather them notcurve down. Many shooters that force you to use L2/R2(Aka 360 mapping) make it a little unconfortable. In a perfect world PS3 would always have the R1/L1 shooter option, but many times devs use the bottom buttons cause the 360's triggers are on the bottom. We just wish it were set up like Resistance, Killzone, and COD do it. Especially for game like Bioshock.

iamnsuperman5404d ago

I hate it when fire is R2. R1 feels 10x more comfortable. I actually hate driving with the R2 button.

rezzah5404d ago

I really enjoy driving with the R2 button for the DS3 because you actually can control the speed at which you drive. Compared to pressing X, it is harder to control the speed as the button is small compared to R2.

Its like pressing on the pedal.

Bathyj5404d ago

I hate that personally. Its just not intuitive to me. When I break, I actually have to think about the buttons, instead of just knowing.

I prefer using the right stick for Acc/Brake. It feels very natural.
Maybe from playing with RC Cars as a kid.

Oldman1005404d ago (Edited 5404d ago )

For those who are wondering what controller the author is talking about.

Undeadwolfy5403d ago (Edited 5403d ago )

The hell? I have the very first ps controller without analogue sticks and the original dualshock. It doesnt have concave analogue sticks. It has convex rubber sticks, alot more grippy compared to the plastic on DS2/3. This is UK btw. Is that a retail or modded controller?

oricon5404d ago

As i mainly just play fighting games, i want the R2 buttons replaced with buttons like the R1, i don't play FPS so its annoying for me.

newn4gguy5404d ago

I have analog stick pads from Komodo and triggers from Pelican. Combined, they make the Dualshock 3 the best controller in console gaming.

Cpt_kitten5404d ago

i think the only thing i would like to see is the r2 and l2 curved upword like the xbox's so your fingers rest there instead of slip off

and have r2 as the fire cause r1 is annoying and unnatural

but otherwise no complaints

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Agent_hitman5404d ago

Dual shock gamepad has changed the gaming forever..

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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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-Foxtrot61d 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.

solideagle60d 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

Relientk7760d ago

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

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Top Racers Need Top Gear – Introducing the Forza Horizon 6 Limited Edition Controller and Headset

Omar writes: "With the Horizon Festival coming to breathtaking Japan, you’ll need the essential gear to prove you’ve got what it takes to become a Horizon Legend as you cruise, drift and explore an open world full of spectacular driving experiences. That’s why we’re happy to announce the newest Limited Edition Xbox Wireless Controller and Wireless Headset collection, featuring inspired designs from Forza Horizon 6. The bright cyan and lime colorways celebrate the Horizon Festival’s recognition of iconic cars and hit music, with special features that are sure to impress any collector."

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Killer2020UK68d ago

Oh my, that is one gaudy design

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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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fortressofsolitude.co.za
italiangamer69d ago

"Gaming’s Biggest Fighting Franchise"

Press X to (seriously) doubt.

DarXyde67d 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.

Soy68d ago

And then MK1 killed it again.

DivineHand12567d ago (Edited 67d ago )

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