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keyrat · Aug 28, 2008

I bought two DS3s from Japan on launch so when the DS3 was released here in the US I had already had some time with them and found myself going back to the SIXAXIS because of the weight. I asked the question then and people thought it preposterous. Now with some time having passed I'd like to know if opinions have changed.

I find myself going back to the SIXAXIS for most every game I play except racers. When I first get a game I usually will use the DS3 just to see how the rumble is working, but for games that I keep playing for long times (Right now MGO, Monsters, and Bionic Commando) I usually fall back to the SIXAXIS because it's lighter, and I play sprawled on the couch, sometimes with my hands over my head. There's something to be said for a lightweight controller.

Anyone else doing the same?

jaundicejuice · Aug 28, 2008

Are you that dude that likes jaggies?

jett · Aug 28, 2008

You play...with your hands...over your head? You're a special one, aren't you.

To be honest, when I first played Bionic Commando Rearmed, the constant rumbling from the swinging was giving me cramps and I considered switching to my sixaxis(damn game doesn't have a vibration option), but I got used to it.

Darkman M · Aug 28, 2008

Im still using the sixaxis only because i dont have a ds3 yet.

Ps. Sixaxis is ass ill be buying a ds3 next big PS3 game that drops.

Zombie James · Aug 28, 2008

DS3 for games that support it, Sixaxis for everything else.

Lindsay · Aug 28, 2008

I wish I could still use my Sixaxis ;_;

lupinko · Aug 28, 2008

Nope, traded it to Ebgames and got $20 for credit (which I ended up giving to my friend to buy MGS4 as a going away gift).

theBishop · Aug 28, 2008

I keep them around in case my DS3's battery dies or i'm playing local multiplayer. Other than that, i always go to my white Dualshock.

keyrat · Aug 28, 2008

jett said:
You play...with your hands...over your head? You're a special one, aren't you.

LOL it sounds kind of odd but since I'm lying down on the couch I'll use my arm as a headrest and the controller follows. Either way, it's the same issue as long as I'm not playing in the traditional hands in your lap position.

Nizz · Aug 28, 2008

I kinda wish I would have kept the Sixaxis around to use with games like COD 4, since there's no need for rumble. Plus, the workout the left stick (L3) gets with that game is ridiculous. But the ol' Sixaxis sticks were starting to stick and squeak. I would actually let go of the left stick and the character would keep moving forward onscreen

Plus I figured since the DS3 will be the default controller from now on, I just adjusted to the weight (not that much heavier), though it took some while to get used to it at first. But now it's smooth sailing...

dallow_bg · Aug 28, 2008

theBishop said:
I keep them around in case my DS3's battery dies or i'm playing local multiplayer. Other than that, i always go to my white Dualshock.

Exactly the same for me.

p_xavier · Aug 28, 2008

The only game I play with my Sixaxis, is R-Types, because the games doesn't recognise my DS3. Really weird.

MrTroubleMaker · Aug 28, 2008

_leech_ said:
DS3 for games that support it, Sixaxis for everything else.

same

Guy Legend · Aug 28, 2008

I have one of each, so I use the dualshock 3 for games that have rumble and the sixaxis for ones that don't (mostly COD4 and NHL). Spread the use around.

The Faceless Master · Aug 28, 2008

____ · Aug 28, 2008

I use the DS3 for everything.

I recently ran out of batter on the DS3 and used the SIXAXIS for a game.

Pissed the FUCK off when the BT connection dropped in the middle of a SSHD battle.

I forgot that happens and am grateful that they fixed it with the DS3.

basis · Aug 28, 2008

might sound silly but i admit at times reaching for the 6axis for online play.

bad enough that i gotta cope with lag and all, but the deal breaker is that the DS3's vibration strong enough that throws off my aiming... either that or i am holding it too gingerly.

but as _leech_ said - i do keep the DS3 for those titles that support it and that it enhances the play.

EnjoyIncubus · Aug 28, 2008

The sixaxis just feels way too light for me. I like the added weight of the DS3.

sublime085 · Aug 28, 2008

I don't even have a sixaxis. Just two DS3s.

Good controllers.

Muffdraul · Aug 28, 2008

The only reason I didn't smash my SIXAXIS with a sledgehammer the day I got my DualShock 3 is that I'm a sentimental packrat pussy, I keep *everything*. And I don't have a sledgehammer.

JB1981 · Aug 28, 2008

EnjoyIncubus said:
The sixaxis just feels way too light for me. I like the added weight of the DS3.

.

Haven't touched my ShitAxis.

sykoex · Aug 28, 2008

The Faceless Master said:
http://i35.tinypic.com/23w2ou0.jpg/IMG]

:D[/QUOTE]
ugh

Rated-Rsuperstar · Aug 28, 2008

I just upgraded to a DS because I broke my sixaxis.

Pro Tip - Never open your sixaxis because you'll never get the damn thing back together again.

Lord Error · Aug 28, 2008

All the time actually for all non-gaming activities (video control etc) and for some games as well. I have grown to like the feel of DS3 analog sticks over the sixaxis, and that's the main reason why I like to use it even for games that don't have rumble support. Had the analogs been the same, I'd use sixaxis for games with no rumble as I like it's lighness.

____ · Aug 28, 2008

The Faceless Master said:
http://i35.tinypic.com/23w2ou0.jpg

I couldn't come up with words to capture my expression when I saw this, so I'll wait for other responses and see if they can hit it.

kuYuri · Aug 28, 2008

_leech_ said:
DS3 for games that support it, Sixaxis for everything else.

.

Jive Turkey · Aug 28, 2008

The Faceless Master said:
http://i35.tinypic.com/23w2ou0.jpg

:lol Do you live in a freakin' sawmill???

M3wThr33 · Aug 28, 2008

I love my DS3. The battery life is amazing, too.

After skipping rumble for most of a generation, it's nice to have it back. (Used Wavebird on my Cube and Logitech Wireless on my PS2)

DMczaf · Aug 28, 2008

The Faceless Master said:

DrBo42 · Aug 28, 2008

The Faceless Master said:

You either have animals or really bad dandruff. *Vomits*

bloodforge · Aug 28, 2008

I tossed my SIXAXIS in a drawer and will never use it again. I much prefer the weight of the DS3 over the nothing feel of the SIXAXIS, even if the game doesn't use rumble.

Haunted · Aug 28, 2008

Absolutely not. I don't like the dualshock much, but it's about a gajillion times better than that pos sixaxis, imo.

DMczaf said:

what the hell? :lol

Nizz · Aug 28, 2008

DMczaf said:

Ahhhhhhh!! Jesus man, all that dust can't be good?!!

krypt0nian · Aug 28, 2008

bloodforge said:
I tossed my SIXAXIS in a drawer and will never use it again. I much prefer the weight of the DS3 over the nothing feel of the SIXAXIS, even if the game doesn't use rumble.

Wow. Now I don't have to type. This.

Lain · Aug 28, 2008

I haven't even bought a DS3 and frankly I don't plan to. While some (most?) people disliked the sixaxis for its weight (apart from being rumble-less), I really liked that. It is the best thing about it actually for me, as my wrists get less fatigued holding it during those long playing session I sometimes do.

The Faceless Master · Aug 28, 2008

DMczaf said:

:lol :lol :lol

notice how there's one little thumbprint spot where i picked it up, while the DS3 is in impeccable shape?

elseanio · Aug 28, 2008

My SIXAXIS isn't at a total waste. Doubles as a PSP stand! Surprisingly snug fit

stawnkald · Aug 28, 2008

I traded mine in the day I got my white import DS3.

gbovo · Aug 28, 2008

The Faceless Master said:
:lol :lol :lol

notice how there's one little thumbprint spot where i picked it up, while the DS3 is in impeccable shape?

do you live in a bunker?

calder · Aug 28, 2008

Last night my wife came to ask me if I knew where the controller was. She wanted to play Rock Band but could only find "the old lighter" controller. I asked why she feld she really needed rumble to navigate the menus in RB but she got annoyed assuming I was making a dumb vibrator joke.

I felt it was a great vibrator joke, but I was also honestly curious as to why she would feel the need to find the DS3, it has absolutely no impact on playing RB. Maybe she just assumes that the SIXAXIS must be a poor substitute for the 'proper' controller based on the way I only ever use the DS3 now.

DMczaf said:

Come on!

I AM JOHN! · Aug 28, 2008

This OP is based on fallacy, as the DS3 isn't that much heavier than than Sixaxis. It's not even the difference between the 360 with the chatpad and without. :|

I use my Sixaxis only when my DS3 is dead since, you know, the charging cable is so dang short.

Gekko87 · Aug 28, 2008

_leech_ said:
DS3 for games that support it, Sixaxis for everything else.

same for me too, also I give the sixaxis to guests that wants to play multiplayer.

LowParry · Aug 28, 2008

People really let their game systems get that dusty? Fucking pigs.

Kadey · Aug 28, 2008

I still use the six. Rumble doesn't matter to me. The DS3 hurts more when thrown but you can go further with the sixaxis.

keyrat · Aug 28, 2008

I AM JOHN! said:
This OP is based on fallacy, as the DS3 isn't that much heavier than than Sixaxis. It's not even the difference between the 360 with the chatpad and without. :|

Well if I'm wrong then so is everyone who claims the DS3 is great because it's heavy.

Feels as light as the almighty SNES pad to me.

Valkyr Junkie · Aug 28, 2008

Yes, for use as a BD remote only

I AM JOHN! · Aug 28, 2008

keyrat said:
Well if I'm wrong then so is everyone who claims the DS3 is great because it's heavy.

You're right - they are.

neight · Aug 28, 2008

The Faceless Master said:
:lol :lol :lol

notice how there's one little thumbprint spot where i picked it up, while the DS3 is in impeccable shape?

lol I wouldn't call the DS3 impeccable. You've got dirt in all the nooks and crannies. I always clean those with moist q-tips and toothpicks.

Jaruru · Aug 28, 2008

PirateSean said:
My SIXAXIS isn't at a total waste. Doubles as a PSP stand! Surprisingly snug fit

that's their secret weapon! announcement coming soon

The Faceless Master · Aug 28, 2008

gbovo said:
do you live in a bunker?

no, i live in an average apartment in Brooklyn.

BROOKLYN

this is the first time i have picked up that controller since the day i got my DualShock3's in April. It's been sitting on the shelf near the back of my entertainment center since then.

It's also the dustier looking one, the other Sixaxis is not quite as dusty

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