US DualShock 3 - Are you getting one?

[Mr. Spiffy-Pants]

GameStop has the official date set for 04/15/08. I've already sold off one of my controllers and I'm tempted to sell off the other. What about you all? Anyone already snag a Japanese one, are you waiting for the US release, or are you holding off due to the $55 price tag?

[davesimmons]

Amazon had preorders at $50 a week or two ago and I had some credit so I pre-ordered one there.

I play more PS2 RPGs than PS3 games and currently use my PS2 slim and DS2. PS3's upscaling of PS2 games is supposed to work well so once I have rumble for it I may switch.

[Johnny]

Yeah I preordered a Japanese one when they were announced and was lucky in that I didn't experience too much of a delay (and extra day or two) as a result of the demand exceeding the supply.

I went for a white one which, although completely clashes with the console, is really nice. There's a nice weight to the controller too.

[Chacranajxy]

Pff... why would I spend $55 on a new controller just because it shakes?

[Shadowrun20XX]

Pff... why would I spend $55 on a new controller just because it shakes?

They apparently like to keep the control plugged in.

I like my PS3 and all but I'll wait for more games to support the dual shock....again.Hope MGS4 gets with it.

[Super Saiyajin Joshua]

When I first got my PS3 I didn't miss the rumble at all. I'm certainly not running out to replace my controlers anytime soon.

[HitokiriShadow]

I believe the MGS4 PS3 bundle is supposed to come with the DualShock 3, so yes.

[TheLaughingMan]

Of course MGS 4 is DualShock3 compatible! :wink:

I also sold one of my Sixaxis in anticipation. As soon as the Dual Shock 3 is out i'm getting one. I will also eventually replace my second Sixaxis too but not right away.

It will be great since i still play tons of PS2 games. Also a lot of the already released PS3 games will work with it too like Heavenly Sword, Uncharted, GT5...this is awesome!

[lostnomad84]

Well I plan on getting MGS4 and I need a second PS3 remote, so yes.

[GHardin]

I need more games to warrant paying $55 for a new controller. At the moment, I have Uncharted, and Uncharted alone. :sd:

[Chuplayer]

I guess I need to get one for MGS4.

[gnikdrazil]

I've had a JPN DS3 controller since late December and only paid $55 after a coupon. I've enjoyed it playing Heavenly Sword, Uncharted, and Ratchet & Clank Future on the PS3. I still have my original PS3 controller for a friend to use when we play co-op games like Marvel Ultimate Alliance or Metal Slug Anthology.

[ADC]

Iff they put the Dualshock 3 into the PS3 box before I buy one, I'll get one by default. I won't shell out extra for rumble because it's a stupid feature that I never use. I switched it off on PS1 games, I switched it off on PS2 games, I switched it off on GCN games, I switched it off on Wii games — and on the Wii, it might actually be valuable! But I could give a good goddamn.

[Rolancehack]

Why are controllers $55? Honestly isn't it asking a bit much to charge more then $30 for one?

And yes Nintendo, I'm also looking at you when you figure in that damn ball and stick.

[Johnny]

I need more games to warrant paying $55 for a new controller. At the moment, I have Uncharted, and Uncharted alone. :sd:

Even without the games, it's a much nicer controller. I really like the Sixaxis, but the DS3 feels a lot more solid (it's heavier than the DS2) and responsive.

[WRX]

I might pick up one eventually since I only have one original PS3 controller now. At $55 I won't be in a hurry to do it though.

[Mr. Spiffy-Pants]

Even without the games, it's a much nicer controller. I really like the Sixaxis, but the DS3 feels a lot more solid (it's heavier than the DS2) and responsive.


And that's the main reason I'm going to buy at least one DS3. I don't like how light the current SIXAXIS feels.

You say it's more responsive as well, eh? Cool.

[Sheldon]

everytime i hold the sixaxis i hope it will rumble. we all are a bit too excited tho...

[Kinomoto_Shinji]

I probably will get it for a second controller when MGS4 comes out...although depending on the game I disable the rumble feature. MGS and Silent Hill has some good uses for it...but it seems silly to have in RPGs (IMO). So I will be getting it...for MGS4.

[Mr. Spiffy-Pants]

Well, I went and sold my other PS3 controller yesterday after work at a local shop for $20 (GameStop will only give you $10). I put the $20 towards Final Fantasy Tactics for the PSP! :D

(How did you apply the 2.20 update, you ask? I have a USB->PS2 controller adapter with a "PS" button on it. I just borrowed the PS2 controller from my PS2 and I was good to go! :) )

[indigo0086]

At least my assertions were generally wrong when I thought people would try to put a positive spin on lacking rumble when they finally do come out.

[Mr. Spiffy-Pants]

So, I spotted a few DS3's at GameStop Saturday and got a couple. I likes! :)

[dejr8bud]

I 've had a DS3 since December. About 60.00 shipped. Playing Motorstorm or Burnout without rumble is just kinda blah. The MSRP for the DS3 should be 49.99 like the sixaxis.

[Chacranajxy]

Hmm... actually, I'll probably buy one of these at some point now, because my Sixaxis is broken.

[DeadlyMessiah]

One of my friends just bought one at Gamestop yesterday, and he said it is awesome. As for me, on the other hand, I have no need for a third controller at this time.

[Puppet Master]

No I'd rather hold onto my money and the six axis works just fine.

[GHardin]

I told myself I wasn't....and yet I bought one yesterday. I have no willpower. :P

[SunWuKong]

I needed another controller for my PS3 so I got one. Works pretty well when I played Devil May Cry 4 w/ it. Feels a lot more sturdy in my hands. Wish it came w/ a recharging chord.

[Johnny]

Wish it came w/ a recharging chord.

You should have got one of these with your PS3. I got one with my launch Japanese one anyway...

[SunWuKong]

Wish it came w/ a recharging chord.

You should have got one of these with your PS3. I got one with my launch Japanese one anyway...

I did, I just wanted another one so I can charge both of my controllers while I was watching a Blu-Ray disc. ;)

[Johnny]

Wish it came w/ a recharging chord.

You should have got one of these with your PS3. I got one with my launch Japanese one anyway...

I did, I just wanted another one so I can charge both of my controllers while I was watching a Blu-Ray disc. ;)

Aha, I see :) Haven't looked online but maybe there's a 3rd party USB device that will charge multiple controllers at once out there somewhere?

[UsadaHikaru]

Not me! I've grown far to accustom to the lovely light as a feather (by controller standards) of the sixaxis! I'd sooner stock up on a couple more of those then bother with rumble and a heavy controller again~

[Mr. Spiffy-Pants]

Well, I've enjoyed it thus far. I was afraid that I couldn't switch between Digital and Analog modes (important for old PS1 games made prior to DualShock), but it's a menu option when you press the PS button plus it automatically detects which mode is supported (tested with FFVII).

[Advent_Nebula]

Well I will be getting one with the bundle pack of MGS4 with the PS3.

[JeffDM]

I really don't see the value, I've never been impressed with the rumble on anything. If I need another controller, I might consider it, only if the rumble can at least be disabled if I don't like it.

[JeffDM]

Aha, I see :) Haven't looked online but maybe there's a 3rd party USB device that will charge multiple controllers at once out there somewhere?

That would probably require using a power brick.

If it's going to be connected with USB, why not just use a second USB cable? If you don't have any spare jacks, then a regular USB hub might do the job.

[stfram]

Well, I went and sold my other PS3 controller yesterday after work at a local shop for $20 (GameStop will only give you $10).


How much do they sell used Sixaxis controllers for at Gamestop, if you happened to notice?

coughprobably$10lessthannewbutyouneverknowcough