There will come a time that you will need to replace your current PS3 controller or you will want a second (or third) controller for playing with friends and family. There are a lot of options available when picking out a new controller, so let’s explore some of the options available as you choose your next controller.
First, you will need to decide if you are going to get another Dualshock 3 controller or if you are going to buy a third-party controller. The Sony Dualshock 3 is a durable, well made, and good feeling controller. Its features include sixaxis motion controlling, bluetooth wireless control, a built in battery with long life, and fully analog buttons. Add in that you can use up to 4 of them wirelessly on a single PS3, and you have a great controller that stands toe-to-toe with every other console controller, and usually is the preferred one. The primary downside to the Dualshock 3 is the price, which is rather high.
Third-party controllers are often explored because of their price. They can be much cheaper than the Dualshock 3, but often this comes at the loss of quality. Third-party controllers may also cut down on price with lost features like no wireless capability, sixaxis support, rumble features, or full analog. The other third-party controllers to consider are specialty controllers used for things like fighting games. Many third-party companies make special fighting sticks and pads that serious gamers find superior for fighting games such the Street Fighter series. Fighting sticks have a similar feel to an arcade, but can be extremely pricey. Fighting pads are usually much more affordable and many fighting game enthusiasts use them over the Dualshock 3.
The last controller we will mention here is the Playstation Move Controller. These new controllers feature almost one to one motion tracking technology, providing a new gaming experience for many upcoming games. Though these have been compared to the Nintendo Wiimote, the technology is more advanced and uses the Playstation Eye for very precise control and tracking that cannot be done currently by either Nintendo or Microsoft. Sony offers some great deals on PS3 controllers and some very good Playstation Move bundles as well. It is always a good idea to check out the online bundles as they will certainly save you money.
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