The controllers are priced at $35 and will be available later this summer. They connect wirelessly using a USB dongle. And now comes the real treat: check out the promotional video for the Raven after the break.
Nyko's 'silky' PS3 Raven controller comes in regular and identity-crisis versions
by Alexander Sliwinski 
on Jun 30th 2010 2:30PM
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The controllers are priced at $35 and will be available later this summer. They connect wirelessly using a USB dongle. And now comes the real treat: check out the promotional video for the Raven after the break.
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Posted: Jun 30th 2010 2:44PM FireAnt360 said
@MrCheeks Same here, playing Uncharted 2 would have been better x2 if the triggers could have been alternately switched. and that's coming from a devout PS1/2 owner, the 360 controller just feels right somehow crappy hardware and all.
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Posted: Jun 30th 2010 2:56PM BananaBoat said
I couldn't agree more. If this controller turns out to be good, I'm all over it.
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Posted: Jun 30th 2010 3:29PM scratchh said
@MrCheeks
exactly. in most respects i love the dual shock design. but the only thing that I really like about the xbox controller is the concave thumb sticks. makes it much easier to retain control over teh stick for long periods of time without having to reposition due to slippage.
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exactly. in most respects i love the dual shock design. but the only thing that I really like about the xbox controller is the concave thumb sticks. makes it much easier to retain control over teh stick for long periods of time without having to reposition due to slippage.
Posted: Jun 30th 2010 6:04PM SoCoolCurt said
@scratchh
yea i think both controllers have their high points. i think the 360 controller is a little big and prefer the feel of the Dual Shock but the 360's triggers and concave thumbsticks are the best. and of course the PS3's D-Pad is the tits.
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yea i think both controllers have their high points. i think the 360 controller is a little big and prefer the feel of the Dual Shock but the 360's triggers and concave thumbsticks are the best. and of course the PS3's D-Pad is the tits.
Posted: Jun 30th 2010 6:04PM The angry pro consumer gaming ga said
@hxczuner Funny thing is when I first tried the PS3 controller I didn't like it, but after playing my PS3 extensively I have not problem switching back and forth between controllers. I will say my hands did hurt for the first couple of days from the awkward postion, but the body adapts to everything if given the chance. I have no preference but I wouldn't mind trying this controller out since I like controllers a lot especially 1st party because of quality.
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Posted: Jun 30th 2010 6:19PM Greenlantern20x6 said
If this controller is good build quality it will have removed my last excuse for not owning a PS3. My back pocket is getting wet due to the weeping of my wallet at the thought of getting involved in another console...
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Posted: Jun 30th 2010 9:16PM Gwr said
@MrCheeks
The 360 controller is hands down the best controller done so far.
Someone could win a lot just by making a 360-esque ps3 control, and Niko might just be the winner for that.
There are even ps360 custom controllers like that already out there.
Alternatively despite its flaws a lot of people like the ps3 control, so there's definitely that market out there too specially considerinf how awesome the 360's D pad is for some games.
Not very awsome.
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The 360 controller is hands down the best controller done so far.
Someone could win a lot just by making a 360-esque ps3 control, and Niko might just be the winner for that.
There are even ps360 custom controllers like that already out there.
Alternatively despite its flaws a lot of people like the ps3 control, so there's definitely that market out there too specially considerinf how awesome the 360's D pad is for some games.
Not very awsome.
Posted: Jun 30th 2010 9:23PM Grey Acumen said
@scratchh
I got replacement analog sticks for the classic Xbox controller (not the 360) and they fit the PS2 controller pretty well,(and I think the PS3 has the same analog sticks as PS2, if not you could try replacing them with the actual 360's analog sticks) though you have to take the controller apart to install them. To me, it was worth it.
The other thing that i don't like about the PS3 controller is the convex shoulder triggers, but they sell caps that fit over them to provide a convex trigger.
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I got replacement analog sticks for the classic Xbox controller (not the 360) and they fit the PS2 controller pretty well,(and I think the PS3 has the same analog sticks as PS2, if not you could try replacing them with the actual 360's analog sticks) though you have to take the controller apart to install them. To me, it was worth it.
The other thing that i don't like about the PS3 controller is the convex shoulder triggers, but they sell caps that fit over them to provide a convex trigger.
Posted: Jun 30th 2010 10:52PM UnverifiedUser said
@MrCheeks
I think the 360 controller feels like a brick with buttons... but to each his/her own, right? A buddy of mine also loves the 360 controller and tends to go with the 360 version of games like Lost Planet, Call of Duty, etc. as he feels more comfy with it where shooters are concerned.
Maybe, with this, I can get him to get the PS3 versions and play some damn co-op with me... lol
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I think the 360 controller feels like a brick with buttons... but to each his/her own, right? A buddy of mine also loves the 360 controller and tends to go with the 360 version of games like Lost Planet, Call of Duty, etc. as he feels more comfy with it where shooters are concerned.
Maybe, with this, I can get him to get the PS3 versions and play some damn co-op with me... lol
Posted: Jul 1st 2010 2:34PM Fata1Stryke said
@MrCheeks
I'll throw in a +1 for the 360 controller, PS3 controller feels too small and the triggers and analog sticks feel awkward. 360 controller sits much better in my hands, although of course the D-pad is crap.
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I'll throw in a +1 for the 360 controller, PS3 controller feels too small and the triggers and analog sticks feel awkward. 360 controller sits much better in my hands, although of course the D-pad is crap.
Posted: Jul 3rd 2010 5:32PM Irvine032188 said
@hxczuner
Same here. I cant stand the feel of the 360 remote, or the inverted dpad and stick. It just doesnt feel natural.
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Same here. I cant stand the feel of the 360 remote, or the inverted dpad and stick. It just doesnt feel natural.
Posted: Jun 30th 2010 4:22PM SpartacusMagnus said
@The Scout
Seriously? I can't figure this logic. The NES controller worked too, but even as a kid I appreciated the improvements of the SNES's design and layout.
Every other gaming system on the planet has upgraded and improved their controller design and ergonomics while Sony coasts forward with an antique in terms of electronics. How people give them a pass with this is beyond me.
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Seriously? I can't figure this logic. The NES controller worked too, but even as a kid I appreciated the improvements of the SNES's design and layout.
Every other gaming system on the planet has upgraded and improved their controller design and ergonomics while Sony coasts forward with an antique in terms of electronics. How people give them a pass with this is beyond me.
Posted: Jun 30th 2010 2:37PM Hunter2223 said
I like the triggers on the 360 controller much better than the L2/R2 on the PS3 controller. This may be a nice step but I've never had good luck with third party peripherals.
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Posted: Jun 30th 2010 2:55PM Chris DPSN AggieCEO XBLThe Aggi said
@CaptainProtonX tits?? where??
I seen bigger tits on a mannequin at the baby gap
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I seen bigger tits on a mannequin at the baby gap
Posted: Jun 30th 2010 3:07PM Chris DPSN AggieCEO XBLThe Aggi said
no I'm not a pedophile..........geeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeez....I said a mannequin not an actual baby....just gotta kill my joke...
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Posted: Jun 30th 2010 3:19PM Chris DPSN AggieCEO XBLThe Aggi said
you dont look at mannequins!?!?! lol
at any rate I didn't even notice in in Baby gap when I was there before....I just thought of the safest thing I could think of having more tits than that chick....I mean normally I wouldn't feel the need to explain sarcasm but I don't want that to be taken the wrong way now that you are dragging it out.....
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at any rate I didn't even notice in in Baby gap when I was there before....I just thought of the safest thing I could think of having more tits than that chick....I mean normally I wouldn't feel the need to explain sarcasm but I don't want that to be taken the wrong way now that you are dragging it out.....
Posted: Jun 30th 2010 2:46PM LordHumongous said
Been waiting for a PS3 controller with comparable 360 triggers - I'll have to check it out.
Hey, JJ Abrams called and wants his lens flare's back.
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Hey, JJ Abrams called and wants his lens flare's back.
Posted: Jun 30th 2010 4:23PM rajendra82 said
@LordHumongous
If that's all you need, then check thee out for $5. I have them, and they make a ton of difference. Look great too.
http://www.amazon.com/PS3-Dual-Triggers-Playstation-3/dp/B001IAOEXU
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If that's all you need, then check thee out for $5. I have them, and they make a ton of difference. Look great too.
http://www.amazon.com/PS3-Dual-Triggers-Playstation-3/dp/B001IAOEXU
Posted: Jun 30th 2010 6:03PM velocitystrike said
@LordHumongous Lensflarelicious, right? It's like they got their work experience boy to be in charge of the lighting or something.
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Posted: Jun 30th 2010 2:47PM Chris DPSN AggieCEO XBLThe Aggi said
there is a reason Sony has kept the same form factor for 15 years....and for that reason I stick with only the original controllers since year 2 of the PS2.....shitty ass MadCatz controllers still give me bad memories....
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Posted: Jun 30th 2010 2:48PM Ezio Auditore da Firenze said
@Chris DPSN AggieCEO XBLThe Aggi This is correct.
If it isn't broke, don't fix it.
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If it isn't broke, don't fix it.
Posted: Jun 30th 2010 2:54PM matthugh said
@Chris DPSN AggieCEO XBLThe Aggi
It did change when they added analog, and the sticks still feel very forced in a tight space. I don't know about you but my hands get tight and cramp after holding the controller for a while as its too small for my large man hands.
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It did change when they added analog, and the sticks still feel very forced in a tight space. I don't know about you but my hands get tight and cramp after holding the controller for a while as its too small for my large man hands.
Posted: Jun 30th 2010 3:03PM (Unverified) said
@Chris DPSN AggieCEO XBLThe Aggi
Yeah, because they're Japanese and resistant to outside ideas.
It's the same reason they're losing ground across the game industry spectrum.
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Yeah, because they're Japanese and resistant to outside ideas.
It's the same reason they're losing ground across the game industry spectrum.
Posted: Jun 30th 2010 3:05PM Chris DPSN AggieCEO XBLThe Aggi said
@matthugh yea they did add those sticks...but that was like 97? it wasn't that long after the PS one came out I dont think.....the desgin of the controller is still pretty much the same tho....I'm 6'4" and my hands arent small either.....I have no issues....although I dont hold the controller for longer than 3 hours straight....even when I play 15+ hours on weekends....I stop in between chapters or while a match is loading and get some food...use the bathroom etc....
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Posted: Jun 30th 2010 3:06PM Chris DPSN AggieCEO XBLThe Aggi said
Uhhh you DO realized the Wii Controller is japanese right?? losing ground? want to try that again?
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Posted: Jul 1st 2010 11:57AM Vman said
@Chris DPSN AggieCEO XBLThe Aggi
I always hated the lower shoulder buttons on the Dualshock, but I don't think 360 triggers are any better. Ironically, I've used a MadCatz that actually felt good to use because the lower shoulder buttons were actually placed closer to the bottom which made it easier to press.
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I always hated the lower shoulder buttons on the Dualshock, but I don't think 360 triggers are any better. Ironically, I've used a MadCatz that actually felt good to use because the lower shoulder buttons were actually placed closer to the bottom which made it easier to press.
Posted: Jun 30th 2010 2:48PM Special Agent Bob said
is it me or does the controller look like the enemies from space invader
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Posted: Jun 30th 2010 2:51PM matthugh said
When I was a young lad my cousin traded my regular SNES pad for one that he said was "way better!". It had a turbo button and other crazy crap, but even at the tender age of 10 I knew it was a raw deal. I love the idea of a 360 paddle on my ps3...but I still feel the burn of shitty 3rd party accessories, even if they have gotten better. As for my cousin? now he's in prison and he feels a burn every time he pees.
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