Should Sony completely redesign their controller next-gen?

Bring back the banana controller, or do something completely different.

[QUOTE="Nintendo_Ownes7"]

[QUOTE="nintendoboy16"] In function, it works well. But as I said before, I think the design is awful. I prefer the regular cross shaped D-Pad.nintendoboy16

They should experiment with the handles to see if they can make it possible to grab it with the whole hand. The triggers need to be easier to use. More ergonomic details in the handles and reverse.

They need to kill those god damned squishy triggers. Make the triggers like the 360''s triggers and you wont hear me complain ever again.

yes, that design has always been garbage.mems_1224

What he said. Maybe I won't have to buy a third party controller for once if they finally redesign it.

[QUOTE="TecmoGirl"]

Just look at it...it looks soo....old! -- minus well have a grey version of WilliamRLBaker's awesome beard at this point. We've seen it for 3 gens now.

Anybody else want something new next time or are we still sticking to that "Don't fix what isn't broken" motto for them these days?

TheEroica

It's not broken. So why fix it? It's an instantly recognisable controller for the Playstation.

If it ain't broke, don't fix it. There is nothing wrong with the PS3 controller. Most people saying the PS3 controller needs a redesign are people that don't even own a PS3. They just feel the need to bash the controller.AmazonTreeBoa

very true. the DS3 is pure perfection. that's the reason why Nintendo & MS keep redesigning their controllers. because they're garbage.

If it ain't broke, don't fix it. There is nothing wrong with the PS3 controller. Most people saying the PS3 controller needs a redesign are people that don't even own a PS3. They just feel the need to bash the controller.AmazonTreeBoa

Are you actually being serious.

That is something ShadowMooses would say.

If it ain't broke, don't fix it. There is nothing wrong with the PS3 controller. Most people saying the PS3 controller needs a redesign are people that don't even own a PS3. They just feel the need to bash the controller.AmazonTreeBoa

[QUOTE="AmazonTreeBoa"]If it ain't broke, don't fix it. There is nothing wrong with the PS3 controller. Most people saying the PS3 controller needs a redesign are people that don't even own a PS3. They just feel the need to bash the controller.Nintendo_Ownes7

It's not broken. So why fix it? It's an instantly recognisable controller for the Playstation.

seanmcloughlin

But it is most definitely broken -- terrible triggers, awful symmetrical analog sticks that are like way too loose(not enough resistance), and it's only alright ergonomically(fits my hands fine anyways). It's played out. And I dun get the whole it's instantly recognizable part. Any controller would be regonizable if you're a gamer wouldn't it? Why would that even matter?

Concave triggers, and maybe concave thumb sticks. That's all it needs. The dpad is damn near perfect, I'd never hope to see that change, no other dpad I've played with has felt more accurate. Size could increase a tiny bit but really im fine with it's current size. Fix the damn triggers!

they should just update it but not change the design. maybe put a little screen in the middle lol.

no

[QUOTE="AmazonTreeBoa"]If it ain't broke, don't fix it. There is nothing wrong with the PS3 controller. Most people saying the PS3 controller needs a redesign are people that don't even own a PS3. They just feel the need to bash the controller.Cheleman

very true. the DS3 is pure perfection. that's the reason why Nintendo & MS keep redesigning their controllers. because they're garbage.

Exactly.

It's fine the way it is. And I don't understand why people have a problem with the triggers.

Hell. No.

Never try to fix what aint broke.

It's fine the way it is. And I don't understand why people have a problem with the triggers.

el3m2tigre

[QUOTE="el3m2tigre"]

It's fine the way it is. And I don't understand why people have a problem with the triggers.

PinnacleGamingP

Exactly, that's specifically what makes the triggers great imo.

Nah it's fine the way it is.

change r2 l2 and thats it.

no the controller is perfectly fine. Now go run along little girl..those Barbie's are not gonna dress themselves.SectorSix6

change r2 l2 and thats it.

finalfantasy94

that's my problem with the controller too. The R2 and L2 are just horrible!

[QUOTE="finalfantasy94"]

change r2 l2 and thats it.

Gue1

that's my problem with the controller too. The R2 and L2 are just horrible!

How are they horrible? :o

They should have redesigned it this gen. It's flimsy and really isn't comfortable for long stretches. It blows.

[QUOTE="seanmcloughlin"]

It's not broken. So why fix it? It's an instantly recognisable controller for the Playstation.

TecmoGirl

But it is most definitely broken -- terrible triggers, awful symmetrical analog sticks that are like way too loose(not enough resistance), and it's only alright ergonomically(fits my hands fine anyways). It's played out. And I dun get the whole it's instantly recognizable part. Any controller would be regonizable if you're a gamer wouldn't it? Why would that even matter?

doesint feel broken to me. It fits perfectly in my hands and I like it much more then something like the 360 design. The sticks are in the right place and feel right. To be honest all that needs a design fix is the l2 and r2.

I like it just the way it is with the exception of the back trigger which feel kinda squishy.

[QUOTE="Gue1"]

[QUOTE="finalfantasy94"]

change r2 l2 and thats it.

el3m2tigre

that's my problem with the controller too. The R2 and L2 are just horrible!

How are they horrible? :o

it just feels wrong. Dont know how to describe it:P. I actually bought attachment for it and it feels much better.

[QUOTE="el3m2tigre"]

[QUOTE="Gue1"]

that's my problem with the controller too. The R2 and L2 are just horrible!

finalfantasy94

How are they horrible? :o

it just feels wrong. Dont know how to describe it:P. I actually bought attachment for it and it feels much better.

It feels so right in my hands:cry:

[QUOTE="seanmcloughlin"]

It's not broken. So why fix it? It's an instantly recognisable controller for the Playstation.

TecmoGirl

But it is most definitely broken -- terrible triggers, awful symmetrical analog sticks that are like way too loose(not enough resistance), and it's only alright ergonomically(fits my hands fine anyways). It's played out. And I dun get the whole it's instantly recognizable part. Any controller would be regonizable if you're a gamer wouldn't it? Why would that even matter?

I will say it's triggers are sh!t, hated those damn things. Analog sticks were better loose because it meant I neevr overshot my aim in any games, too much resistance usually means you push it too hard and aim too far because of that resistance. but that comes down to in game sensitivities more than anything else. It's a personal preference. And I have never had problems with the location of the sticks, my thumbs and hands are symmetrical, one of them isn't higher than the other. After a while my hands don't cramp or lock up or anything like that on it so it makes no difference. I hardly notice it when playing.

And sure if you're a "gamer" you will know but that's not the point. It's brand recognition. Example - If I showed my mom a PS3 controller she would know it's playstation, without any logos or anything, you know what the controller is for and what it relates to. It's branding. That sort of instant recognition in a world where we have increasing numbers of joypads is what you need. These small things help boost the Sony Playstation image. You need to learn about marketing and advertising a little.

I like it just the way it is with the exception of the back trigger which feel kinda squishy.

rockydog1111

The most sony will do is change the R2 and L2 to make them more like triggers

[QUOTE="finalfantasy94"]

change r2 l2 and thats it.

Gue1

that's my problem with the controller too. The R2 and L2 are just horrible!

Yeah your fingers can slip easily on those things.

Other than that a "complete redesign" is a bit much

I would like it to be a little bigger to fit better my hands.

[QUOTE="TecmoGirl"]

[QUOTE="seanmcloughlin"]

It's not broken. So why fix it? It's an instantly recognisable controller for the Playstation.

seanmcloughlin

But it is most definitely broken -- terrible triggers, awful symmetrical analog sticks that are like way too loose(not enough resistance), and it's only alright ergonomically(fits my hands fine anyways). It's played out. And I dun get the whole it's instantly recognizable part. Any controller would be regonizable if you're a gamer wouldn't it? Why would that even matter?

I will say it's triggers are sh!t, hated those damn things. Analog sticks were better loose because it meant I neevr overshot my aim in any games, too much resistance usually means you push it too hard and aim too far because of that resistance. but that comes down to in game sensitivities more than anything else. It's a personal preference. And I have never had problems with the location of the sticks, my thumbs and hands are symmetrical, one of them isn't higher than the other. After a while my hands don't cramp or lock up or anything like that on it so it makes no difference. I hardly notice it when playing.

And sure if you're a "gamer" you will know but that's not the point. It's brand recognition. Example - If I showed my mom a PS3 controller she would know it's playstation, without any logos or anything, you know what the controller is for and what it relates to. It's branding. That sort of instant recognition in a world where we have increasing numbers of joypads is what you need. These small things help boost the Sony Playstation image. You need to learn about marketing and advertising a little.

lol! Really though?...Who gives a damn about any of that beyond the quality of the controller. A controller iconic status is about as important as a Kim Kardashian's love life. If I show any non-gamer a controller, their mind is going to register one thing -- it's meant to play video games. Brand regonizition on a controller doesn't mean anything.

It won't sell a console. It's not like its a game or something -- like Mario sells people on a Nintendo console or Halo selling people on a MS console. Besides, MS and Nintendo changed their controllers and they're doing just fine right?

If it ain't broke, don't fix it. There is nothing wrong with the PS3 controller. Most people saying the PS3 controller needs a redesign are people that don't even own a PS3. They just feel the need to bash the controller.AmazonTreeBoa

[QUOTE="AmazonTreeBoa"]If it ain't broke, don't fix it. There is nothing wrong with the PS3 controller. Most people saying the PS3 controller needs a redesign are people that don't even own a PS3. They just feel the need to bash the controller.Rockman999

why so salty bro?

It's called: Opinion

Not really, couple of points tho:

The triggers : R2, L2 $uck ... they need to remodel them.

The Analoge stick dome leather cover rotates on its axis after long time of use, it makes controlling fighters very difficult, they need to put stronger glue.

The D pad isn't comfortable, I think they need to remodel that as well.