PS3 Need recommendations for a Good Alternative for a PS3 Controller or a good seller for the OG ones.

[CheelaCheela's icon]

The title says it all. Because i have this ps3 with a really cheap alternative controller (the ones that instead of having the ps logo had a "P3" wrote on it).

 

[Yousef]

Your best bet is a fake DualShock 4 probably

 

[CheelaCheela's icon]

Your best bet is a fake DualShock 4 probably

i really don't like the Dualshock 4 though :c

 

[Yousef]

i really don't like the Dualshock 4 though :c

Then sadly your other option are fake DualShock 3s which are sticky and have weird analog sticks

 

[DunkeyKong]

How about Xbox 360 controller, I've seen that it's pretty cheap. I also saw that some PS3 controller are quite cheap, like RM20+ ($4+) but that's just from my country's price

 

[CheelaCheela's icon]

How about Xbox 360 controller, I've seen that it's pretty cheap. I also saw that some PS3 controller are quite cheap, like RM20+ ($4+) but that's just from my country's price

I think i have an Xbox 360 controller somewhere here around my house, maybe i tried that. thanks for the suggestion but i have unfortunately seen that here where i live is mostly fake clones of the original Dualshock 3.

 

[Yousef]

I’ve seen people able to use an adapter that lets them plug their DS1/DS2 into USB consoles

 

[middler]

are you looking for a wireless option only? i use the Logitech Gamepad F310 as a cheap solid corded option for everything that isn't my switch.
Otherwise I go with 8bitdo SN30 pro, not cheap but very nice and works with most things.

 

[CheelaCheela's icon]

I’ve seen people able to use an adapter that lets them plug their DS1/DS2 into USB consoles

that would be really cool! because i have ps2 controllers on good conditions. I will look for them

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are you looking for a wireless option only? i use the Logitech Gamepad F310 as a cheap solid corded option for everything that isn't my switch.
Otherwise I go with 8bitdo SN30 pro, not cheap but very nice and works with most things.

i am looking for something that is better than the controller that i already have, dont care too much if is wireless. Thanks for the suggestion :3

 

[Yousef]

that would be really cool! because i have ps2 controllers on good conditions. I will look for them

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i am looking for something that is better than the controller that i already have, dont care too much if is wireless. Thanks for the suggestion :3

Good luck!

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are you looking for a wireless option only? i use the Logitech Gamepad F310 as a cheap solid corded option for everything that isn't my switch.
Otherwise I go with 8bitdo SN30 pro, not cheap but very nice and works with most things.

this too ?

 

[DunkeyKong]

I think i have an Xbox 360 controller somewhere here around my house, maybe i tried that. thanks for the suggestion but i have unfortunately seen that here where i live is mostly fake clones of the original Dualshock 3.

I see, that's a bit unfortunate
By the way, there's also BSP controller (any version) that can connect to your phone and PC, with Bluetooth that is and it's pretty cheap

 

[Anim8rDude]

I feel like this is being asked around a lot lately, & I always like to point people in the same direction which would be Retro Fighters controllers. They have everything under the sun at a decent price & might be what your looking for. I-I just like their stuff, that's all!

 

[CheelaCheela's icon]

I feel like this is being asked around a lot lately, & I always like to point people in the same direction which would be Retro Fighters controllers. They have everything under the sun at a decent price & might be what your looking for. I-I just like their stuff, that's all!

They look sick! Thanks for the recommendation!! And yeah that was I referring as a good alternative ?

 

[RedNin3]

I use Redragon for almost everything peripheric.
It's the best? No
Do they do their job for a year or two at least? Totally.

Edit: forgot to say the name of the controller, Redragon Harrow is the one I use on my PS3.

 

[Auriiya]

eBay

 

[nathman]

The Retrofighters Defender controller is advertised to work with the PS3. Apparently it's a good controller & I'm considering one as well since every Dualshock 3 I have is gubbed in some way (even the one I bought from CeX recently).

 

[RetroLaw]

I’ve seen people able to use an adapter that lets them plug their DS1/DS2 into USB consoles

The brook converter ?

 

[Leon]

Gamesir and 8bitdo make good game controllers for pc, but not sure if any of them work on the ps3.

 

[CheelaCheela's icon]

already tried the 8bitdo controllers i own (an ultimate bluetooth and sn30 wired), they didn't work :'3

but i ordered a adapter for the ps2 controller :3. hope it will work

 

[anle]

i have a Mayflash stick/adapter majigger that i use on my ps3 since it was also supplied to me with an aftermarket controller. I only ever use it when the system requires it. Hopefully something works out for you!

 

[Auriiya]

The title says it all. Because i have this ps3 with a really cheap alternative controller (the ones that instead of having the ps logo had a "P3" wrote on it).

PS3 Controller 2 Pack Wireless 6-axis Dual Shock Gaming Controller for Sony Playstation 3 with Charging Cord (Black) - AliExpress 44 https://www.aliexpress.us/item/2255...10000002922000501!ppc!!!&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa

 

[RageBurner]

I know you'd rather have answers than questions, but why do you dislike the Dual Shock 4? the way I see it the only negatives it has are the touchpad and the lightbar, but as far as Analog Stick/D-Pad/Face Button quality and overall construction it feels great.

 

[CheelaCheela's icon]

I know you'd rather have answers than questions, but why do you dislike the Dual Shock 4? the way I see it the only negatives it has are the touchpad and the lightbar, but as far as Analog Stick/D-Pad/Face Button quality and overall construction it feels great.

I think is just the bad experience i had overall with the ps4, most of the controllers of my friends and family tend to broke very easily.
Also I don’t know exactly why but is the one controller that produces me the most discomfort after using it. I suffered tendinitis a few years ago and carpal tunnel’s pain, soo i may be very picky about controllers and peripherals because of that.

 

[G78]

The Hori Controller Turbo Pad for PS3 is a reliable and comfortable gamepad that I’ve personally used. It’s a good alternative to the original PS3 joystick, with solid build quality and ease of use, but the original is still better.