I have had V1, V2, Piranha and shark. I use the piranha now. The criticisms of quality are for the v1 and v2. Neither are available in retail now. It works for all for all games...right now I am playing BRINK with it. My review can be viewed at the address below.

http://www.realmenplayvideogames.com/reviews/fragfx-piranha-review-controller-oldschool-gamers/

I only use splitfish controllers and they are analog just like the Dualshock. The rapid fireI have no need for so I have never worried about being banned. I have owned the V1, V2, Piranha and Pro/shark. They are not well made and I figure every 200 hours gameplay I need a new one. My review is on Google search first page or click the URL below...Despite what you read I highly recommend this controller.

http://www.realmenplayvideogames.com/reviews/fragfx-piranha-review-controller-oldschool-gamers/

Me review is available at www.realmenplayvideogames.com . I have owned V1, V2, Piranha and Shark. Yes they break down. Yes the company honours warranty. Yes it will work for your dad. I am also of the PC generation and this is the only controller I use. Amazon has some.

I am downloading my review on www.realmenplayvideogames.com. The version 2 is not better than the version 1. The new Piranha however is better than both. I also own the wireless Shark but perfer the feel of the wired versions discussed in this forum.