PS3 is gimped in the ways of the FPS

Seriously with the PS3's akward controler for FPS games, it fails hard in competiton with the 360 pad. I understand that UT3 has adopted the KB/M for it's gameplay. Sony's and other developers need to utilize this for the PS3 because their joysticks are shameful. With that said, if you prefer the PS3 pad to the 360 pad (for FPS) you must have an akward grip.

UT3 for Ps3 has always had KB/M support. I don't know if what you said was towards 360 or Ps3.

And I have no problem at all with the DS3, maybe because I've used it for so many years now.

I play COD4 all the time and have no problem with the controller.

Only problem I have with the DS3 is it doesnt seem as durable as the DS2 did.

I HATE those back triggers on the DS3 ... HATE THEM I TELL YOU.

Sorry for shouting but it is simply the worst design ever. Whoever thought that curving the triggers away from your fingers instead of towards was going to be a good idea needs to be lined up and shot. I have big hands and quite a heavy touch so trying to play Warhawk with my fingers crab clawed and slipping off the back buttons is a lesson in pure frustration. The problem simply doesn't exist for me on the 360 pad.

I can play on both controllers just fine. No difference in accuracy whatsoever. Don't know what your problem is, maybe its your hands that are warped.

Prefer the DS3 though. Its face buttons are analog which helps me with racing games since I don't use triggers for that. The d-pad is just better too and i prefer the symetrical placement of the sticks.

I HATE those back triggers on the DS3 ... HATE THEM I TELL YOU.

Sorry for shouting but it is simply the worst design ever. Whoever thought that curving the triggers away from your fingers instead of towards was going to be a good idea needs to be lined up and shot.

Stonin

Seriously with the PS3's akward controler for FPS games, it fails hard in competiton with the 360 pad. I understand that UT3 has adopted the KB/M for it's gameplay. Sony's and other developers need to utilize this for the PS3 because their joysticks are shameful. With that said, if you prefer the PS3 pad to the 360 pad (for FPS) you must have an akward grip.

Utensilman

Y'see, things like that really annoy me, I have been playing with the Dualshock series since the age of 4, and they are FINE, only when the 360 came out did people start to feel the need to complain about the DSs design.

The reason it's always stayed the same, is because it works, and I don't know anyone who has wished for a change.

[QUOTE="Utensilman"]

Seriously with the PS3's akward controler for FPS games, it fails hard in competiton with the 360 pad. I understand that UT3 has adopted the KB/M for it's gameplay. Sony's and other developers need to utilize this for the PS3 because their joysticks are shameful. With that said, if you prefer the PS3 pad to the 360 pad (for FPS) you must have an akward grip.

sl4y4

Y'see, things like that really annoy me, I have been playing with the Dualshock series since the age of 4, and they are FINE, only when the 360 came out did people start to feel the need to complain about the DSs design.

The reason it's always stayed the same, is because it works, and I don't know anyone who has wished for a change.

no offense but you dont know many people then. The DS always gave me hand cramps it was so awkward to use. It clearly wasnt ergonomically designed and probably the only reason so many people stuck with it was because the PS2 was so popular.

i see no difference playing FPS games on 360 or PS3 controllers... both are fine... i dont understand why people make such a fuss about controllers, they are practically the same with the exception in size/design and having the d-pad and left analogue place inversed...

[QUOTE="Utensilman"]

Seriously with the PS3's akward controler for FPS games, it fails hard in competiton with the 360 pad. I understand that UT3 has adopted the KB/M for it's gameplay. Sony's and other developers need to utilize this for the PS3 because their joysticks are shameful. With that said, if you prefer the PS3 pad to the 360 pad (for FPS) you must have an akward grip.

sl4y4

Y'see, things like that really annoy me, I have been playing with the Dualshock series since the age of 4, and they are FINE, only when the 360 came out did people start to feel the need to complain about the DSs design.

The reason it's always stayed the same, is because it works, and I don't know anyone who has wished for a change.

funny, i didn't play FPS's on ps1/ps2 because they were all medicore at best in comparison to PC/xbox. The DS is a very nice controller, just not for FPS is what i'm saying. It excells pretty much in every other genre.

[QUOTE="sl4y4"][QUOTE="Utensilman"]

Seriously with the PS3's akward controler for FPS games, it fails hard in competiton with the 360 pad. I understand that UT3 has adopted the KB/M for it's gameplay. Sony's and other developers need to utilize this for the PS3 because their joysticks are shameful. With that said, if you prefer the PS3 pad to the 360 pad (for FPS) you must have an akward grip.

mattacular

Y'see, things like that really annoy me, I have been playing with the Dualshock series since the age of 4, and they are FINE, only when the 360 came out did people start to feel the need to complain about the DSs design.

The reason it's always stayed the same, is because it works, and I don't know anyone who has wished for a change.

no offense but you dont know many people then. The DS always gave me hand cramps it was so awkward to use. It clearly wasnt ergonomically designed and probably the only reason so many people stuck with it was because the PS2 was so popular.

You'd be surprised how many people I talk to on a weekly basis, but anyway, I guess it's down to opinion on whether or not it's comfortable, but the fact is it isn't a badly designed controller, as a lot of people make it out to be.

[QUOTE="mattacular"][QUOTE="sl4y4"][QUOTE="Utensilman"]

Seriously with the PS3's akward controler for FPS games, it fails hard in competiton with the 360 pad. I understand that UT3 has adopted the KB/M for it's gameplay. Sony's and other developers need to utilize this for the PS3 because their joysticks are shameful. With that said, if you prefer the PS3 pad to the 360 pad (for FPS) you must have an akward grip.

sl4y4

Y'see, things like that really annoy me, I have been playing with the Dualshock series since the age of 4, and they are FINE, only when the 360 came out did people start to feel the need to complain about the DSs design.

The reason it's always stayed the same, is because it works, and I don't know anyone who has wished for a change.

no offense but you dont know many people then. The DS always gave me hand cramps it was so awkward to use. It clearly wasnt ergonomically designed and probably the only reason so many people stuck with it was because the PS2 was so popular.

You'd be surprised how many people I talk to on a weekly basis, but anyway, I guess it's down to opinion on whether or not it's comfortable, but the fact is it isn't a badly designed controller, as a lot of people make it out to be.

I fond it fine. I personally have no preference with controllers. the 360 and ps3 controllers are both good. The one thing I like about the ps3's controller though is that its very light.

Seriously with the PS3's akward controler for FPS games, it fails hard in competiton with the 360 pad. I understand that UT3 has adopted the KB/M for it's gameplay. Sony's and other developers need to utilize this for the PS3 because their joysticks are shameful. With that said, if you prefer the PS3 pad to the 360 pad (for FPS) you must have an akward grip.

Utensilman

i see no difference playing FPS games on 360 or PS3 controllers... both are fine... i dont understand why people make such a fuss about controllers, they are practically the same with the exception in size/design and having the d-pad and left analogue place inversed...

Malta_1980

So apart from the size, the triggers, the placement of sticks and the overall design there is no difference....

The DS was not designed for manly hands I tell ya ;).

[QUOTE="Malta_1980"]

i see no difference playing FPS games on 360 or PS3 controllers... both are fine... i dont understand why people make such a fuss about controllers, they are practically the same with the exception in size/design and having the d-pad and left analogue place inversed...

Stonin

So apart from the size, the triggers, the placement of sticks and the overall design there is no difference....

The DS was not designed for manly hands I tell ya ;).

what i meant is that both have 4 triggers on the back, 4 face bottons on the right and a right analogue stick, which leaves the only difference of having the d-pad and left analogue places inversed... so yes i say both controllers are pretty much the same..

[what i meant is that both have 4 triggers on the back, 4 face bottons on the right and a right analogue stick, which leaves the only difference of having the d-pad and left analogue places inversed... so yes i say both controllers are pretty much the same.. Malta_1980

I think you're correct for the most part, the controllers are more alike than they are different.

That said, a few key differences makes each better suited for certain kind of games. The Xbox 360 controller is better for shooters because of the analog placement and the triggers, whereas the Dualshock is better for fighting games because of a vastly superior D-Pad.

The 360 controller is probably better for racing games too, because of the triggers. The Sixaxis (don't know about the Dualshock 3) has awful triggers.

[QUOTE="Malta_1980"][what i meant is that both have 4 triggers on the back, 4 face bottons on the right and a right analogue stick, which leaves the only difference of having the d-pad and left analogue places inversed... so yes i say both controllers are pretty much the same.. Tragic_Kingdom7

I think you're correct for the most part, the controllers are more alike than they are different.

That said, a few key differences makes each better suited for certain kind of games. The Xbox 360 controller is better for shooters because of the analog placement and the triggers, whereas the Dualshock is better for fighting games because of a vastly superior D-Pad.

The 360 controller is probably better for racing games too, because of the triggers. The Sixaxis (don't know about the Dualshock 3) has awful triggers.

well i found the DS3 comfortable with racers (GT5P, Motorstorm, NFS, Burnout, Sega Rally), however thats just me, someone might prefare a different controller...

As regards FPS it comes down to personal preference or else which design they are more accustomed to.. those who probably like myself had a Ps1 & Ps2 will tell you they find DS3 perfect for FPS titles because they've been playing games on the same design for nearly 10 yrs..

I know there are slight differences in the 360 & PS3 controllers but its nothing major... if we were discussing Wii controller against DS3 of 360 controller it would have been a different story...

[QUOTE="sl4y4"][QUOTE="Utensilman"]

Seriously with the PS3's akward controler for FPS games, it fails hard in competiton with the 360 pad. I understand that UT3 has adopted the KB/M for it's gameplay. Sony's and other developers need to utilize this for the PS3 because their joysticks are shameful. With that said, if you prefer the PS3 pad to the 360 pad (for FPS) you must have an akward grip.

mattacular

Y'see, things like that really annoy me, I have been playing with the Dualshock series since the age of 4, and they are FINE, only when the 360 came out did people start to feel the need to complain about the DSs design.

The reason it's always stayed the same, is because it works, and I don't know anyone who has wished for a change.

no offense but you dont know many people then. The DS always gave me hand cramps it was so awkward to use. It clearly wasnt ergonomically designed and probably the only reason so many people stuck with it was because the PS2 was so popular.

What are u on about? U do know the ps2 was one of the best controllers ever made? It may not be the best now but it still is an awesome controller for anyone who has been so use to using it since the psx and ps2 days. I do understand why 360 owners would preffer the 360 controller but at the same time that controller sucks for madden in my opinion and the ps2 controller fits so many more games then the 360 controller. If anything the 360 controller is more fit for fps games then the ps3 controller but at the same time I find it more easy to navigate around the ds3 controller then the 360 controller because all the buttons are right there. I feel most games I play feel better on the ds3 controller and most fps games are better on the 360.

Seriously with the PS3's akward controler for FPS games, it fails hard in competiton with the 360 pad. I understand that UT3 has adopted the KB/M for it's gameplay. Sony's and other developers need to utilize this for the PS3 because their joysticks are shameful. With that said, if you prefer the PS3 pad to the 360 pad (for FPS) you must have an akward grip.

Utensilman

Thats right the pad for the 360 is better than the ps3 for shoters, but for everyting else the ps3 takes it.

Meh. I'm OK with DS3 for shooters.

The triggers and anolouge sticks are a bit annoying though.

Seriously with the PS3's akward controler for FPS games, it fails hard in competiton with the 360 pad. I understand that UT3 has adopted the KB/M for it's gameplay. Sony's and other developers need to utilize this for the PS3 because their joysticks are shameful. With that said, if you prefer the PS3 pad to the 360 pad (for FPS) you must have an akward grip.

Utensilman

I have no problem with Sony's dual-analog setup. What the hell are you talking about. Maybe you may have a problem, but I don't.

Meh. I'm OK with DS3 for shooters.

The triggers and anolouge sticks are a bit annoying though.

angelkimne

The DualShock 3 triggers are not meant for shooting. They're meant for bringing up weapons inventory, shooting nades, etc. Just secondary fires. For primary fire (shooting your gun), the DS3 defaults to R1 in almost every game. Only GTA IV to my knowledge and Splinter Cell Double Agent user R2, but they can be easily switched. The fact of the matter is though, if you're talking about shooting, the R1 is the button to do it. DS3 triggers are more useful for racing games, and secondary fires (M203 also).

[QUOTE="angelkimne"]

Meh. I'm OK with DS3 for shooters.

The triggers and anolouge sticks are a bit annoying though.

Albanian_Killa

The DualShock 3 triggers are not meant for shooting. They're meant for bringing up weapons inventory, shooting nades, etc. Just secondary fires. For primary fire (shooting your gun), the DS3 defaults to R1 in almost every game. Only GTA IV to my knowledge and Splinter Cell Double Agent user R2, but they can be easily switched. The fact of the matter is though, if you're talking about shooting, the R1 is the button to do it. DS3 triggers are more useful for racing games, and secondary fires (M203 also).