Product Description

The official DualShock 2 analog controller by Sony for the Playstation 2 console.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #208 in Computer & Video Games
• Brand: Sony
• Released on: 2000-11-24
• Rating: To Be Announced
• Platform: PlayStation2
• Subtitled in: German
• Dimensions: .39" h x .39" w x .39" l, .55 pounds

Product description
The layout of PlayStation 2's Duals Shock 2 controller is nearly identical to that of the original PlayStation's Dual Shock controller, which is good news for most gamers. The main new feature is that, when the buttons are pushed, the controller can register how much pressure is being exerted. This adds a completely new dimension to sports, racing, fighting, and other games. Aside from the Start and Select buttons, all of the functions are analogue for greater control, a wider variety of operations, and a more compelling interactive experience. Two convex analogue thumb pads and two force-feedback solenoid rumblers round out the features. This controller is also compatible with all software that supports the original Dual Shock controller.

Manufacturer's Description
The DualShock 2 features analogue and digital control in addition to the patented vibration DualShock function. Games are now even more absorbing and easier to learn at the same time. Compatible with all PlayStation games in either digital or analogue mode, in addition to all PlayStation 2 games--it's the standard controller for PlayStation 2--the Dual Shock 2 delivers an even more instinctive, intuitive experience than ever before.

Customer Reviews

Trying to be honest
This controller is perfect - cheap immitations are incomparable! I've had my PS2 for almost 3 years and play games such as GTA:SA (which uses predominantly the four 'action' buttons) and TimeSplitters:FP (where the shoulder buttons and D-Pad take heavy duty) and I have suffered none of the ill effects that other reviewers describe, this doesn't mean to say that they are all wrong, but I thought I had better share my good experience. The analog sticks take the most duty, the mistake that Nintendo had with their otherwise superb N64 controller was that these were very fragile, Sony's conversely are very sturdy and very simple to use. The shoulder buttons take most criticism, and I often hear people say that they come out, in three years this hasn't happened to me. I store my controller pads face up in a safe place, and never vent my frustration on my pads, and this formula has helped to keep my pads in immaculate condition.

Unequalled
Although the Dual Shock 2 looks like a black version it's older PlayStation brother, there are several improvements. The pressure sensitive buttons allow increased precision and the analog sticks feel more tactile. A great controller suitable for all game genres.

Quality
This controller is by far and away the best one available for the PS2!! If you need a second controller, then buy this one because all the others (although slightly cheaper) are not in the same league! Fork out the extra cash and get this one!