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While it costs a bit more than it should, the DualShock 3 adds the rumble support that should've been present in the PS3 from the beginning. quote


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9.0
Gizmodo Apr 2, 2008

It might not be worth your $54 if you already own a SIXAXIS and don't need another controller, but if you're a big gamer that really loves the PS3, it's a good idea to invest in one.

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8.0
CNET Apr 4, 2008

While it costs a bit more than it should, the DualShock 3 adds the rumble support that should've been present in the PS3 from the beginning.

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7.0
IGN Nov 16, 2007

The controller is heavier and a bit larger than the original Sixaxis itself, but retains all of the same functionality that you'd expect from the PS3 controller.

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7.0
timchoi89

I was really excited for the DualShock 3 because of the new motion controls but was quickly disappointed with how finicky it is and how inaccurate it can be. I really hate the L/R 2 buttons too because of how fat they are and how much they protrude. It definitely makes playing WipeOut harder for...

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MANoshu

the best console controller till present times . way better then the fat xbox one . the rumble is amazing and when you hold it in your hand you do get the feeling that your controlling the most powerful console

5.0
Valensky

One of the worst controllers available today from a comfort point of view. It's still based off of the old Dualshock 1 design where they put the analogue sticks where there was room. That was fine for the playstation one but if you look at the 360 controller there are much better options for...

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