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Great Fighting Game Companion
PostedDecember 20, 2012
The tough question is stick or d-pad, which is better? Obviously if you prefer the stick, you shouldn't be reading this. But if you are like me, a d-pad user, this is the best tool you can find, especially THIS one. The new ones feel small, a bit too small, but they work almost as well.
Now this product does involve some learning, I mean going from the controller to this can be a bit frustrating, but with time this becomes the best companion for SSFIV:AE, MK9, MvC2-3, SFxTK, Blazblue, KOF XIII, Tekken Tag 2, Tekken 6, etc.
The oversized buttons, they are your best friend, but can be your worst enemy, sometimes you might find that they are much more slick-surfaced than you think and can cause some bad inputs. Otherwise, they are very easy to use and spaced rather well for a madcatz controller. And the LB/LT buttons as bumpers help for smoother Ultras/ anything that uses an "all punches" or "all kicks" type input are absolutely brilliant.
Once again we have a floating d-pad, and yes it can suck a bit at first, but in a perfect world a 360 could have that d-pad that almost redeems sony's atrocious controller, but bare with it. This d-pad is rather sensitive and after a few fights you'll notice it does some work for you. But it is a floating d-pad just like the original 360 controller so you know what to expect.
The controller itself is lightweight, doesn't really feel like something that you'll learn to love and the plastic feels like... plastic. The rubber grips keep this sleek machine in your hands but provides little else. You have a switch in the back that controls the d-pad function from LS/RS or the D-pad itself... NEVER TOUCH THIS! I will say this once. If the game requires the use of LS or RS type inputs, unplug this controller, and turn your other one on. Unless the game is a fighter, or an arcade type game where a D-pad is the the most used form of movement (IE: Scott Pilgrim Arcade, Castlevania HD, Castle Crashers) don't use this controller as the RS function is useless and using the LS function makes everything seem like you're lagging.
The pros of this controller definitely outweigh the cons, and as I bought mine in 2010 and it JUST broke before the new year (2013) I can say it's a great addition to a fighting game fan's controller set. The artwork is worth it as a collectable (I have a Juri one). And most of all it's been proven to last.
A bit of advice, if you know how to solder electronics you'll have no issues repairing this controller, be wary that the cabling will fray after extended use and/or improper storage, and unless you know how to combat these issues, take heed of this warning.
Overall rating
4/ 5
Performance
4/ 5
Value
3/ 5
Design
5/ 5
Anonymous
fromnorth carolina , nc
Age:13-18
Did you buy this product for yourself or someone else?For me
OUTSTANDING
PostedApril 21, 2011
GOOD CONTROLERS NOT OVER PRICED , GOOD CONTROL OF THE GAME I PLAY XBOX GAME ?
2 of 5 found this review helpful.
Overall rating
4/ 5
Performance
4/ 5
Value
4/ 5
Design
4/ 5
PanthersFanSteve
fromConcord, NC
Age:35-44
Did you buy this product for yourself or someone else?For me
Definitely better than the standard 360 Controller
PostedFebruary 13, 2011
I bought this today, and I have tried it out on Super SF IV and MvC2. If you want the best for Super SF IV, this controller is going to fall short, you need to shell out the $130 for the TE Controller. Now, on MvC2 and I am planning on using this for MvC3 in 2 days, this controller far outperforms the 360 Controller. The buttons are far easier to reach, the d-pad is better than the L-stick or d-pad on the standard controller. Also, there is a Turbo button (for SSF IV etc) not needed for MvC series. The buttons are far more responsive when pressed, so I have to push lightly in menus. Definitely worth the $30 for the MvC Series, if you want to be competitive at SSF IV you will need a better controller.
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Overall rating
5/ 5
Performance
5/ 5
Value
4/ 5
Design
4/ 5
zero
fromVA
Age:18-24
Did you buy this product for yourself or someone else?For me
This is the best fighting controller I'll ever use
PostedSeptember 9, 2010
i originally bought one of these controllers a few years ago. at the time I was using it for HD remix, when I finally got IV I almost became an expert at it. I like everything about this controller! d-pad is incredible smooth, I like the way it feels in my hand, turbo is absolute perfection (I can perform raging demon in 1/4 of a sec.), the six button layout makes focus canceling way easier.....the ONLY problem I have with it is when I hang out with my freinds that only have ps3 I can't use it, but thats not very important. absolute buy for fighters!!!
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Posted bynoneofyuerbusiness
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onOctober 31, 2012
is this controller for just fighting games? or can it be used on other games too?
