Does anyone have any recommendations for a third-party PS3 controller? I'd prefer something that works wirelessly. I still have a DualShock 3 and a Sixaxis, but I'd rather have something fresh.
I'm not concerned about pressure-sensitive buttons or motion-sensing. Something I could use on multiple systems would be nice but not necessary. Easily replaceable batteries would be a plus.
Also please only recommend controllers you have actually used with a PS3. Thanks!
Whenever I look into this, it seems one of the best options is to use a Brook adapter and then pair it with a modern controller, such as a Dualsense. However, I would love to hear of more alternatives too.
Edit: I should also note that you can pair a Dualsense directly to the PS3 via Bluetooth, but I think that comes with a few caveats such as being unable to use the PS button or the motion sensor.
Yeah, a friend of mine recommended the Brook Wingman XE2 and a DualShock 4, but I don't love the idea of spending $50 on an adapter that I still need a controller for. I might have a spare DualShock 4 in storage, though.
I have heard of this retro fighters controller, but not having motion is a deal breaker for me considering that particular feature is widely used across PS3 titles. Also, I would think the Dualsense is a better option over the Dualshock 4 based on the fact that it supports multiple pairing, so it's not like you're buying a controller that will just be used for the adapter.
@Frosh could've been an interesting option, this new model, but their website doesn't ship to my country. If I ever get a hold of one of those adapters, I will post my experience with them, but for now I think I'll just use my DS3s until they refuse to work lol
It arrived today. I played a little Mortal Kombat (2011), some Metal Gear Solid HD Collection, and Flower to test it out. It has rumble, and while I can't attest to pressure sensitivity for all buttons, the square button at least worked as expected in Metal Gear Solid 2. Flower controlled as expected with Sixaxis.
Still wish it had replaceable batteries, but I'm satisfied with it!
it took a lot longer than January, but I finally received my Defender Pro today. I just tested the pressure-sensitive buttons and SIXAXIS controls in Wipeout HD and Metal Gear Solid 4. Very nice controller! The Hall effect sticks and back buttons are the icing on the cake.
@Frosh Thanks for the tip, good to know about the sixaxis support too.
I have the older Wireless version with PS1/2 dongle and USB receiver that has pressure sensitive buttons and triggers, but having the Pro for complete PS3 support would be good, since PS3 controllers are not exactly going to last forever...
@drewizard I set up an AV cart over the weekend with my PS2 and PS3 and was able to use the Defender Pro for both systems. It has a toggle switch so you can use Bluetooth for the PS3 and 2.4 GHz wireless for the PS2 with the included adapter. It's a really nice option if you want to have both of those systems hooked up with one controller.
@drewizard I set up an AV cart over the weekend with my PS2 and PS3 and was able to use the Defender Pro for both systems. It has a toggle switch so you can use Bluetooth for the PS3 and 2.4 GHz wireless for the PS2 with the included adapter. It's a really nice option if you want to have both of those systems hooked up with one controller.
Noice, that was sorta what I was aiming to do with using the USB dongle for PS3 and then have a controller + dongle each for PS1/PS2 respectively, but more imperfect than what you are describing.
One other thing I was going to ask, does it still have the hair triggers the earlier controllers were known for?
P.S. feel free to share pics if you are cool with it, love seeing a good retro cart!
@drewizard I haven't noticed the triggers being especially sensitive. There is not as much travel on the triggers as a DualSense or DualShock 4, but there's a lot more travel than the DualShock 2's triggers had.
I have a portable OLED display hooked up via HDMI to either a native HDMI connection (PS3, Switch) or through my RetroTINK-5X Pro. In the pic, I have a PS2 hooked up through the RetroTINK with the PSX version of Castlevania: Symphony of the Night running.
I also have an HDMI audio extractor pulling audio for headphones since the portable display has terrible speakers.
Around back is some light cable management that probably leaves a lot to be desired! The cart has two integrated power outlets & USB ports, but I'm not using them. I secured a surge protector with more outlets using a few Command strips instead.
@Frosh Good to know about the triggers, the old models (at least the model I have) is very sensitive, to the point you breath on the trigger and it fires...
That's a dope cart, very clean. Any plans to replace the portable monitor or does it do everything you need it to? I imagine the RetroTink gives you a lot of scope to do whatever you want monitor wise
I need to get in on this cart business myself... looking at one of the popular IKEA options (BRANNBOL, BROR) and just need to find an AV switch to tie everything together
@drewizard Thanks! I'd like to have a CRT, but I don't have the room for it. The portable is very good because it folds up flat and makes the cart easier to store. I can just roll it under my standing desk to get it out of the way. It's an Intehill F13NA. I'd still need/want a hi-res display for the PS3 even if I had a CRT, I guess.
I skipped the A/V switch because if I'm getting the cart out to play, it's no trouble to move the HDMI cord from the PS3 or Switch dock to the RetroTINK or vice versa. I used to have a lovely passive switch for component inputs, but I got rid of that a million years ago, and I kind of miss it.
My wife replays SotN every year in October, so it's going to be the first game we use the cart for. Looking forward to its first session soon!
@Frosh makes sense, I have half a garage full of retrotech taking up space, so absolutely get making this as usable as possible. I will admit my love for small 14" CRT TVs is for this exact reason and will probably start with a smaller cart with just a composite 14" Panasonic TV I have in the collection and PS1, since my bigger (and more static) 29" CRT has component for Xbox/PS2 duties
Funnily enough, in one of the other threads in this forum I stated anything post-6th gen console is just easier to run on a good quality modern 1080p PC monitor via HDMI. And especially with how easy HDMI cables makes it to switch around like you say.
Your wife's hallo-month tradition with SotN sounds cool! I need to get something similar going... athough NGL, I don't think I have played SotN even once, sad panda haha
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