PC/PS2/PS3 Dual Trigger 3-in-1 Rumble Force
by Hercules
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Product Summary
Brand: ThrustMasterPlatform: PlayStation 3, PlayStation2, Windows
Model: 2960699
Publisher: Hercules
Product features:
- 6 PROGRESSIVE AXES (exclusive on all platforms!)
- DUAL TRIGGERS (exclusive on PC & PS2¿!)
- The controller stores all programmed button configurations, even when disconnected!
- 3-IN-1: PlayStation®3, PlayStation®2 & PC
- Mapping features enables users to switch functions allocated to various buttons, mini-sticks and triggers
Video Game Reviews of PC/PS2/PS3 Dual Trigger 3-in-1 Rumble Force
Customer Review: Really, really nice 3rd-party controller
Summary: 4 Stars
Very good product. Functions perfectly on PS1, PS2, PS3, and PC.
For those interested/concerned, switching "modes" (PC vs. PS3) is as simple as a toggle switch on the bottom of the controller. The controller has a split-out, with both a USB and a PS1/2 style input--simply plug the PS-style end into a PS1/2, no toggle-switching required.
Compared with a Dualshock model controllers, it's a bit bulkier. Think of it as a hybrid Xbox/PS3 controller...behind the typical R1/R2 L1/L2 placement is an Xbox-style trigger (R4/L4) which is also mapped to R2/L2 in Playstation mode. All controls are programmable/switchable via the controller, in either mode, which is great for PS1-3 games that don't allow customizable controls.
The buttons feel pretty firm (not as good as Dualshock buttons) and the triggers are a bit awkward, given how many there are, but after a little adjustment it feels just as natural as a PS3 controller.
HUGE BONUS - the d-pad. The D-pad is massive, it feels good, and it's Sega Saturn/Genesis style, e.g. circular, raised, and has great play. Further exemplifies just how god-awful the 360 d-pad is.
One drawback would have to be in the description. The manufacturer (or Amazon) undoubetly worded the "6 progressive axes" comment to sound like Six-Axis. Do not get these confused. This controller does not have motion control in PC mode or PS1-3 mode. The progressive axes described refer to the force-feedback (I'm assuming...) which is quite good. Do not, however, get this controller expecting a stand-in PS3 controller for Six-Axis games or you'll be sorely disappointed. Makes a fantastic Resident Evil 5 co-op controller though!
Would have been 5/5 if it weren't for the "creative advertising" designed to slightly mislead...4/5 as is, but a phenomenal controller and leagues better than anything else in its price range, considering the range of application. If you only own one PS3 controller and could use a good PC gamepad as well, you cannot do better than this purchase.
Description of PC/PS2/PS3 Dual Trigger 3-in-1 Rumble Force
Thrustmater Dual Trigger 3-in-1 Rumble Force PC/PS2/PS3. 6 PROGRESSIVE AXES (exclusive on all platforms!). DUAL TRIGGERS (exclusive on PC & PS2¿!) 2 progressive and programmable triggers. Unrivalled control: independent and manageable braking and acceleration functions, high precision zoom function for sniping, etc. The controller stores all programmed button configurations, even when disconnected! 3-IN-1: PlayStation®3, PlayStation®2 & PC. One controller for all 3 systems. Mode button is identical to Home button on PlayStation®. Mapping feature enables users to switch functions allocated to various buttons, mini-sticks and triggers. VIBRATION ON PS2¿ & TEXTURED GRIPS. 2 vibration motors are conveniently located in grips featuring a peach skin texture. PLUG & PLAY Simple installation requiring no CD on PCControllers Games
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