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DualShock 3 Wireless Controller
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by Sony
PlayStation 3
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1,362 customer reviews)

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Product Features

Color: Black | Edition: Standard
  • Pressure sensors that rumble with each action making every impact feel like you're right in the game
  • Sixaxis highly sensitive motion technology senses your every move
  • Features Bluetooth technology for wireless game play
  • The PlayStation 3 system can support up to seven wireless controllers at one time
  • To Connect or Charge the Controller use the USB Cable (Type A – Mini-B) supplied with the PS3 system

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  • Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
  • ASIN: B0015AARJI
  • Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.8 x 3.5 inches ; 10.4 ounces
  • Media: Video Game
  • Release Date: April 4, 2008
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1,362 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #14 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)

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Product Description

Color: Black | Edition: Standard

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The Dualshock 3 wireless controller for the PlayStation 3 system provides the most intuitive game play experience with pressure sensors in each action button and the inclusion of the highly sensitive SIXAXIS™ motion sensing technology. Each hit, crash and explosion is more realistic when the user feels the rumble right in the palm of their hand. It can even detect natural movements for real-time and high precision interactive play, acting as a natural extension of the user?s body. Dualshock 3 wireless controller utilizes Bluetooth technology for wireless game play and the controller?s USB cable to seamlessly and automatically charge the controller through the PlayStation 3 system at anytime.

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Key Features:

  • Pressure sensors that rumble with each action making every impact feel like you?re right in the game.
  • SIXAXIS™ highly sensitive motion control system senses your every move
  • Features Bluetooth technology for wireless game play; the PlayStation 3 system can support up to seven wireless controllers at one time.
  • Can be charged at any time through the PlayStation 3 system using the controller?s USB cable

Product Description

PS3 DualShock 3 Wireless Controller - Black

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235 of 258 people found the following review helpful
Color Name:Black|Edition:Standard
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Well folks, now that the dust has settled from the Sony vs. Immersion lawsuit, Playstation 3 owners are finally able to feel the vibe again!

I purchased this controller today and I knew the only way to properly road-test it was on the game that made the Dualshock famous, Metal Gear Solid. After booting up the game, I walked down the hallway and got spotted by a guard. As he shouted, "WHO'S THAT?" the controller jumped in my hand - and I knew this was a smart purchase. As the guards shot at me, I felt the feedback of the bullets, just as I had 10 years ago on my Sony Playstation.

I picked out another old school Playstation game, Tenchu: Stealth Assassins. From Ayame's blades to Rikimaru's sword, each sword swipe and jump had excellent feedback.

Okay, so my Playstation games worked out. But what about my Playstation 2 library?

I popped in God of War, knowing I had to feel the swing of the Blades of Chaos. The controller vibrations felt a little lighter here, but the vibrations still occurred at the appropriate times.

Then I chose Incredible Hulk Ultimate Destruction. Who better to test a vibration controller than the Sultan of Smash? All the power jumps and smashes had the vibrations intact, but they still felt a little on the light side.

All right, so far I was two for two with my Playstation and Playstation 2 test subjects. But what about my Playstation 3 games? Could I possibly hit a trifecta?

I put in Uncharted: Drake's Fortune and I decided to jump right into a heated firefight. The controller gave me feedback while shooting weapons and getting hit by enemy fire, but I knew my purchase was justified when Drake was near death: I FELT THE DUALSHOCK 3 PULSING IN SYNCH WITH DRAKE'S HEARTBEAT. It's one thing to hear that noise and know he's near death, it's quite another to feel the pulse in my own hands.

Okay, so the feedback on the older games was there, but a little lighter than I remember. The reason? Well, when I decided to go wireless on my Playstation 2 system, I bought a Logitec Dualshock controller. It turns out, that controller takes two "AA" batteries, and the vibration motors inside the controller handles are slightly larger than the ones in the Dualshock 3. That's where I felt the difference.

The Dualshock 3 vibrations may be slightly less than the Logitec controller, but it doesn't require the purchase of batteries.
The Dualshock 3 may be slightly heavier than the SixAxis, but it doesn't take up any extra space at all.

Sure, the price is about $15 more than the SixAxis, but it's a worthy upgrade for the Playstation 3 gamer who kicks it old school as well as new school. The only other drawback is the lack of an additional USB cable - but we can use the one that came with the system itself.

So what's the final verdict?

Order it, plug it in, charge it up, and get ready for the inevitable downloads from the Playstation Store to make the older PS3 games Dualshock 3 compatible.

I wouldn't recommend a feedback peripheral without providing my own feedback...

Enjoy!
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129 of 146 people found the following review helpful
Color Name:Black|Edition:Standard
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I was already extremely happy with the Sixaxis controller, but I could not resist getting the DualShock 3. Not only do you get the rumble, but also, it feels much better in your hands, even for those games that do not use this feature. The rumble function is fun, but on top of that, it helps with gameplay, because "feeling" what is happening provides a lot more feedback than just watching how your character or car reacts to the environment.

The biggest surprise of all was that the rumble works with PS 2 games in the PS 3 system. I am currently playing through "God of War", a game which had the rumble capability in PS 2. I thought that it was unlikely that I was going to get this feature with this new controller in the PS 3, but it worked perfectly.

I know that having to buy a new controller and basically discard the one that came with the system is not the ideal situation, but I have to say this product is really worth shedding the extra bucks.
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91 of 107 people found the following review helpful
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The Playstation 2's highly regarded DualShock 2 controller was considered by many to be the best videogame controller of all time. So when you've got a winning design there's no need to change anything. However, because of a legal battle with Immersion over rumble technology, Sony was forced to offer their Sixaxis controller without rumble. The Sixaxis had the same Dualshock design but it felt too lightweight and cheap. Thankfully the lawsuit has been settled and rumble has come back to the Playstation.

For the most part, the DualShock 3 is almost identical to its PS2 precessor. But it has all the features of the original Sixaxis controller in addition to rumble. The controller is still wireless, can be charged by plugging it into your PS3 (or PC), rumble is compatible with all PS1 and PS2 games, and the PS3 supports up to 7 controllers at the same time via bluetooth. Rumble in the DualShock 3 seems more responsive in regards to the location of its vibration depending on which side you get hit on during the games. I don't know if this is something in the design or if it's the developers doing it for the games but I welcome it.

All in all this is currently the best designed controller on the market right now. The PS2's DS2 was incredible so "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" applies here. I'll be enjoying rumble in my PS3 games from now on.
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Literally just walked into my job, just opened the box. Great buy!!!!!!!! Quick shipping time, too!! Read more
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Published 1 day ago by Star
Don't buy
First of all its not like the original and it feels wired in your hands and the "Dual shock 3" its more like no shock
Published 2 days ago by tom
Nice, But Won't Charge in a Dual Charger
This is a nice looking controller and works well, other than it will not charge in a dual charger. All of our other controllers charge just fine in the dual charger, but this one... Read more
Published 2 days ago by Adoptive Dad
Great Remote
Sony has done a great job in improving their remotes from the PS1 till now. The design is much more ergonomic, and it is quite durable. Well done.
Published 3 days ago by Amazon_Customer_X
Counterfeit Controller
Be careful when you are buying a white PS3 controller from Amazon or any seller that is using Amazon, it could be counterfeit. Read more
Published 3 days ago by T. Chesnut
Should Have Bought Two At This Price!!
Very high quality. Son uses it all the time. Nice color, nice finish. Would definitely recommend. Price is right, get it while you can.
Published 4 days ago by S. Reznik
Fake knockoff controller but says Ships from and sold by Amazon.com
When I ordered the controller it said Ships from and sold by Amazon.com but when I looked at the invoice it said Sold by sal fertucci? Read more
Published 5 days ago by Edwin Dobles
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