Honestly no, I play with no issues whatsoever. I actually only experienced this with Sony d-pads because the fragmented design creates more friction when changing directions.
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D-pad of xbone vs ps4 controllers
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The Albatross
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The Elite Dpad is excellent and compares well to the DS4 dpad, but for standard controllers based on dpad alone, DS4 > Xbox One standard. I prefer the Xbox One controller in general to the DS4, but for the base controller variants, purely on the dpad, I think it goes to the DS4.
LukasTaves
Member
I think in the default controller the dpad suffers a bit from being not in the prominent position. I dunno exactly why, but the elite disc dpad can shake this feeling completely for me.
I have this. I really like it. It's not as clicky as a standard Xbox One pad, but it's still not too mushy. I haven't played fighting games on it though. I mainly use it for side-scrollers like Slain.
I'm one of those people who prefers the Xbox One pad's Dpad over the DS4, but I hate (and always will) segmented dpads. I like how clicky it is too.
All of this.
loganclaws
Plane Escape Torment
Now I'm wondering if I should get the elite... But it's so ridiculously expensive! Will it cook and clean too?
Rumblebones
Banned
I prefer literally everything about the XB1 controller to DS4.
It's like any other 90s third party controller
For fighting games and side scrollers, I prefer the DS4.
The D-pad on the Xbox One controller is alot better than the one for the X360. I like the clickiness, but I don't like the placement for fighting games. I prefer the Xbox One controller for games that primarily use the analog controls.
Since you have been using the X360 controller for so long, I would replace it with the Xbox One controller.
The D-pad on the Xbox One controller is alot better than the one for the X360. I like the clickiness, but I don't like the placement for fighting games. I prefer the Xbox One controller for games that primarily use the analog controls.
Since you have been using the X360 controller for so long, I would replace it with the Xbox One controller.
plasmawave
Banned
DS4.
Basically this, other than how much force is required to press the bumpers and the d-pad. DS4 has the best d-pad this gen, but overall worse form factor.
Oh, it's good that they let you swap it. My reaction to the faceted D-pad is coming from someone that has never even seen a D-pad like that before, let alone used one. What makes it better than a regular cross-shaped pad out of curiosity?
SenkiDala
Member
My opinion too, exactly. The "shape" of the X1 dpad is ok (it's a normal cross...) but it's very unpleasant to use. :/
LaunchpadMcQ
Banned
I agree with you. Though, I've been playing with the Xbox one d-pad for 2D games a lot recently and found it surprisingly competent. Enough that I wouldn't just use a DS4 because of all the other advantages.
Spiritwalker
Member
PS4 is much, much better. XB1 is a huge improvement over the 360 one, but it still feels shallow to me.
Vita is better than both though.
Vita is better than both though.
DS4 pad is probably better than the XBO pad. Everything else about the XBO pad is leagues better than the DS4 though, ergonomics, battery life, triggers etc. the XBO pad is clicky too if that matters.
DS4 isn't even Sony's best d-pad.
DS4 isn't even Sony's best d-pad.
Duxxy3
Member
XB d-pad got better. PS d-pad got worse. I think the DS3 and Vita d-pads are better than the PS4's.
I'd still rank the PS4 d-pad above the XB1's.
edit: Are you going to only play games that use a dpad? If you're using to be playing modern games that use an analog stick, then DS4's d-pad doesn't make up for the rest of that controller.
I'd still rank the PS4 d-pad above the XB1's.
edit: Are you going to only play games that use a dpad? If you're using to be playing modern games that use an analog stick, then DS4's d-pad doesn't make up for the rest of that controller.
I think I slightly prefer the mechanism in the One S Dpad to both the DS4 and the Switch.
But the controller design and Dpad location forces your thumb to operate the Dpad while very far away from the index finger against which your brain judges your thumb's position, making them less precise for everyone and more difficult to use at all for women or children or small-handed men.
But the controller design and Dpad location forces your thumb to operate the Dpad while very far away from the index finger against which your brain judges your thumb's position, making them less precise for everyone and more difficult to use at all for women or children or small-handed men.
I second this. XB1's d-pad feels solid and very digital, always found sony's d-pad a little on soft side
loganclaws
Plane Escape Torment
Hmmmm so after all these replies there seems to be no consensus. Does the majority agree that the elite D-pad is the best?
Actually I just researched the elite controller and it has horrible reviews all over the internet, apparently it has horrible build quality and breaks down within 2-3 months.
Actually I just researched the elite controller and it has horrible reviews all over the internet, apparently it has horrible build quality and breaks down within 2-3 months.
Spukc
always chasing the next thrill
No ps vita 😘 and sega saturn usb controller
I'm still mad that Sony didn't use the Vita style D-pad for the DS4. Vita and DS3 have better D-pads than the DS4.
It's really a matter what your preference is for the games that you play instead of looking for a consensus from other people. Start with a Xbox One pad and if you don't like it, return it and try the DS4 pad.
It's really a matter what your preference is for the games that you play instead of looking for a consensus from other people. Start with a Xbox One pad and if you don't like it, return it and try the DS4 pad.
blue_phazon
Member
I find rolling my thumb around the DS4 Dpad to be easier since its a little softer, but I also feel like the Xbone pad is nice and clicky and precise.
For reference I've played SOTN on Xbone last week, and currently playing Crash on PS4
For reference I've played SOTN on Xbone last week, and currently playing Crash on PS4
I'd definitely suggest the DualShock 4 over the Xbox One controller in terms of d-pad. Xbox d-pads just aren't great for fighting games (or for reliable diagonal presses in general). If you don't need an analog stick, then I'd suggest getting one of the Hori Fighting Commander controllers. You can get them in PlayStation 4 and Xbox One varieties, with the PlayStation 4 version having a switch that changes the functions of the d-pad and shoulder buttons and the Xbox One version having an Assign button that allows you to further remap your buttons.
Definitely DS4.
The xbox one dpad is way better than the 360 one but the positioning is still the same which to me was always an issue. And also I find it too flat.
I play any 2d or fighting game on ps4 for these reasons. For joystick though, its the opposite. I prefer xbox's sticks by far.
The xbox one dpad is way better than the 360 one but the positioning is still the same which to me was always an issue. And also I find it too flat.
I play any 2d or fighting game on ps4 for these reasons. For joystick though, its the opposite. I prefer xbox's sticks by far.
hey_it's_that_dog
benevolent sexism
If you just want a controller for fighting games and sidescrollers with a decent dpad you really don't need to spend 150 bucks. For Street Fighter V I use the Hori Fighting Commander 4 (older model with asymmetrical body) and I bought a new model when I thought the old one was broken (it wasn't actually, oops) and it also feels great. Those controllers are pretty cheap as controllers go, but also lack rumble.
If I cared a lot about the dpad during general sidescroller play I'd use my DS4, but I'm lazy so I just use my wired 360 pad and usually the analog stick.
Yep. Otherwise DS4 d-pad is better imo
Lys Skygge
Member
I think the majority here think the DS4 has the best d-pad.
UpUpDownDown
Member
This.
Go check out the gaf thread. Tons of people having issues. For that price I expect far better.
Avoided picking one up for my PC because of it.
GoldenCrow
Member
The XO d-pad is much better than the 360 d-pad and if you prefer the plus style over the segmented then it is certainly worth picking up. I personally prefer squidgy d-pads like that on the DS3, especially for fighters. The DS4 has the best middle ground between clicky and squidgy. The XBO is the best if you like clicky and feels more solid and closer to Nintendo console d-pads. (the Vita has the best clicky d-pad by far though but you can't use that on PC so not relevant).
If you are gonna go for the XO you also have the Xbox Design Lab which allows you to customise it.
If you are gonna go for the XO you also have the Xbox Design Lab which allows you to customise it.
I've used both pads for fighting games.
I cannot stand the DS4 D-pad for SFV.
Not at all. Got a Hori fight pad after like 2 days of play with the DS4.
I've had Killer Instinct for the XOne since day one.
I bought fight pad for it, but I went back to the standard XOne controller.
I love the clicky D-pad. It's very precise.
As others have said, I find the DS4's D-pad to be mushy and require to much activation force.
My elite controller has held up well and I'm sure a lot of other people would tell you the same. Usually you'll only see complaints on the internet because people are more likely to come back and leave a review when their not happy as opposed to when they're satisfied. If you get a controller that is flawed MS has a pretty good track record of replacing elite controllers. That being said if you're really concerned then maybe don't spend $150 on one. It's not for everyone.
therealbigrich
Member
If I had to rank them.
1. Xbox one elite with faceted d pad
2.ps4 controller d pad
3.x1 controller d pad
1. Xbox one elite with faceted d pad
2.ps4 controller d pad
3.x1 controller d pad
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