Compare Prices
Postage & Packaging: £4.​39
Postage & Packaging: Free!
Postage & Packaging: Free!

Sony Official PS3 SIXAXIS Wireless Controller

from (8 offers) · Product Information

Sony Official PS3 SIXAXIS Wireless Controller

Quote-start

Six-axis is nice, but lacks rumble feedback!

Quote-end

4 Feb 14th, 2008 

8 Ciao members have rated this review on average: very helpful

Advantages:
Long - lasting RECHARGEABLE Battery life, familiar user - interface and tilt - sensivity

Disadvantages:
Lack of rumble feedback and build quality could be much better .

Recommendable Yes:

Detailed rating:

Look & Feel

Robustness & durability

Value For Money

KieH22

KieH22

About me:

Member since:14.02.2008

Reviews:3

Sine buying the Playstation 3, I have had and own three six-axis controllers. The first of which came with the games console itself.

First impressions of the controller, were that it was both light, comfortable and stylish. The controller itself, is not as opaquely black as it appears in the many images provided on online shopping websites. It is, in fact, semi-translucent, which I myself, think is a nice effect, rather then the solid black colour of the previous Playstation 2's controller.

In terms of build quality, the six-axis isn't the most amazing product. The buttons located on the topside of the orginal controller that came with my Playstation 3 console, fell apart within days of using it. Not because of lack of care but because of the lack of care taken manufacturing the product. I then had to buy a replacement, which was and still is fine. Although a very fine scratch exists on the controller itself, this scratch being there before I removed the sealed packaging.

Having used the controller extensively, I can honestly say there are few flores in it's functionality, although the lack of rumble feedback is a problem which is fortunately being addressed, by Sony. As they have (in japan) and plan to release the 'Dualshock 3' controller, which incorporates the rumble feedback into the original six-axis controller.

The actual 'six-axis' functionality, is pretty good. It's relatively easy to get used to and does add an extra bit of interactivity to the gameplay. Other than the contollers tilt-sensitivity, the controller is pretty much exactly the same as the Playstation 2 controller, that many people are used to. The controller's 'L2' and 'R2' buttons are now shaped slightly differently, in the form of triggers. Although, this is only a slight change, which isn't that great, due to the convex curvature meaning your fingers can slip off relatively easily. An extra 'Home' button has also been added, as the centrepiece of the controller, similar to that found on Microsoft's Xbox 360 controller, which is a great feature to have, as it makes navigating between games and the main menu much more user-friendly and efficient.

Battery life is very good and due to the rechargable battery, that many other controllers for other consoles lack, costs in terms of batteries are very low.

All in all the Six-axis wireless controller provides the user with a familiar, yet intuitive user-interface and at the price it is currently being sold, it is well worth the price. Though, If you are one of the many people, hoping for rumble feedback, you're best to wait for Sony to release the 'Dualshock 3' controller, although this will, without a doubt, be more expensive. 

How helpful would this review be to a person making a buying decision? Rating guidelines

exceptional

very helpful

helpful

somewhat helpful

not helpful

off topic

Products you might be interested in »

Sony Official PS2 Dual Shock 2 Controller Microsoft Official Xbox 360 Wireless Racing Wheel
Sony Dualshock 3 PS3 Controller Nintendo Wii Nunchuk Controller
Die Hard 4.0 Live Free Or Die Hard (UMD) Microsoft Official Xbox 360 - Xbox Live Gold Membership Card

Comments about this review »

Compare prices for Sony Official PS3 SIXAXIS Wireless Controller »

1 to 5 out of 8 offers for Sony Official PS3 SIXAXIS Wireless Controller Show all offers   sorted by: Price 
C&G PS3 Cable Controller with Six Axis Sensor System

C&G PS3 Cable Controller with Six Axis Sensor System

Start Button. Select Button. 2 x Shoulder Buttons. 2 x Shoulder Triggers. 2 x Analogue ... more

Joysticks.  1 x D Pad.  4 x function buttons. 
Quality 3rd Party Product.

amazon marketplace electronics

Postage & Packaging£4.39
AvailabilityUsually dispatched within 1-2 business days...
 Visit Shop  >
amazon marketplace e...
U-Bop Pro Dual Controller Charging Dock For Playstation 3 Console SIXAXIS Wireless Control ...

U-Bop Pro Dual Controller Charging Dock For Playstation 3 Console SIXAXIS Wireless Control ...

Stores and Recharges your PS3 controllers, 2 at once Simply insert controllers into the ... more

dock. USB powered from the PS3 Console.Brought to
you byU-BopThe Accessories Boutique

amazon marketplace electronics

Postage & PackagingFree!
AvailabilityUsually dispatched within 6-10 business days...
 Visit Shop  >
amazon marketplace e...
Six Axis PS3 Slim Wireless Controller

Six Axis PS3 Slim Wireless Controller

Six Axis PS3 Slim Wireless Controller Much slimmer and lighter than the standard PS3 ... more

controller.  Ultra sensitive pressure buttons work
brilliantly with all the games.  The vibrating
system makes you feel as if your part of the
action.  Play anywhere ...

amazon marketplace electronics

Postage & PackagingFree!
AvailabilityUsually dispatched within 1-2 business days...
 Visit Shop  >
amazon marketplace e...
SIXAXIS Wireless Controller For PS3

SIXAXIS Wireless Controller For PS3

Gameplay.co.uk

Postage & Packaging£0.00
AvailabilityOut Of Stock
 Visit Shop  >
Gameplay.co.uk


More reviews »

Sony Official PS3 SIXAXIS Wireless Controller - review by ricky109

Advantages: Ergonomics, Comfort, Wireless
Disadvantages: A little light, No rumble! 7 pad max not 8

Sony Official PS3 SIXAXIS Wireless Controller - review by ricky109 ricky109 08.09.2007 (08.09.2007) · Read review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: very helpful
Review of Sony Official PS3 SIXAXIS Wireless Controller

Sony Official PS3 SIXAXIS Wireless Controller - review by kimberley1986

Advantages: Wireless
Disadvantages: none

Sony Official PS3 SIXAXIS Wireless Controller - review by kimberley1986 kimberley1986 23.03.2009 (23.03.2009) · Read review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: helpful
Review of Sony Official PS3 SIXAXIS Wireless Controller

Sony Official PS3 SIXAXIS Wireless Controller - review by dharma.roy

Advantages: Great Design
Disadvantages: No Dual Shock

Sony Official PS3 SIXAXIS Wireless Controller - review by dharma.roy dharma.roy 28.11.2007 (29.11.2007) · Read review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: helpful
Review of Sony Official PS3 SIXAXIS Wireless Controller

Sony Official PS3 SIXAXIS Wireless Controller - review by Fishstir

Advantages: Motion control, blutooth
Disadvantages: Feels light

Sony Official PS3 SIXAXIS Wireless Controller - review by Fishstir Fishstir 24.05.2009 (24.05.2009) · Read review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: helpful
Review of Sony Official PS3 SIXAXIS Wireless Controller

Sony Official PS3 SIXAXIS Wireless Controller - review by hayer1

Advantages: Lightweight, good battery life
Disadvantages: No shock device biult in for vibrations to enhance gameplay.

Sony Official PS3 SIXAXIS Wireless Controller - review by hayer1 hayer1 10.11.2007 (10.11.2007) · Read review
Ciao members have rated this review on average: helpful
Review of Sony Official PS3 SIXAXIS Wireless Controller



Are you the manufacturer / provider of Sony Official PS3 SIXAXIS Wireless Controller? Click here