So what's the consensus on this?

I'd like to have a Dual Shock 3 but I'm kind of leary about buying an imported one.

I really don't want to have to tinker and deal with issues - so should I just wait until the "official US" version is released - or go with an import?

So what's the consensus on this?

I'd like to have a Dual Shock 3 but I'm kind of leary about buying an imported one.

I really don't want to have to tinker and deal with issues - so should I just wait until the "official US" version is released - or go with an import?

From what I've heard, people have had LESS problems with the imported DS3 than the Suxaxis. It doesn't seem to have the connection drop out problem that plagued some Suxaxis controllers.

I know my DS3 has worked perfectly since I got it.

I've been holding off, mostly because I am broke. But I think I will be looking on ebay soon. I like rumble.

I purchased one from Play-Asia and it works excellent. I don't have a problem with any of my controllers. The only mistake I made was I should of purchased it in White instead of Black, that way I can distinguish it from the other 8 PS3 controllers I have.

I love the feedback as it is nice and smooth. Definitely recommend.

I ordered one off eBay last week for $65 with shipping. I figured that by the time they come out in the US, I'll be paying within $12 or so of this amount anyways, so I figured it was worth it. I've been holding off on playing Uncharted until this arrives.

yea had it since the release in Jp, works great, why wait. +1 on the white one as well :D, luv the feel over the reg controller.

How much is the US version going to cost and when is it available?

If you currently have one or more games with rumble feature, go for the import.
I bought it to play Uncharted and Dynasty Warriors, but did not realize how much I missed rumble until I used it to play PS1 classics they offered on Japanese PSN.

The starting price point in US is probably going to be $49.99 or above, I certainly don't see the point of waiting for months to save $10.

Thanks guys I just ordered a white one on Ebay. Appreciate the replies.

just got two of them Imported and Honestly I haven't touched my old Sixaxis since.. I got Two white ones and I am throughly enjoying the extra weight and the rumble feature..

they just feel over all better made.. Thicker plastic, more weight, Buttons feel Different somehow, more progressive and less of a click.

I also noticed the response from the L2 and R2 buttons is less sensitive and more progressive. on my Sixaxis it was really easy to accidentally bump them and change gears when I didn't want to in Gran Turismo 4. With the DS3 I haven't suffered from nearly as many misshifts.

YMMV but I'm considering selling my remaining Sixaxis and buying two more DS3s

From what I've heard, people have had LESS problems with the imported DS3 than the Suxaxis. It doesn't seem to have the connection drop out problem that plagued some Suxaxis controllers.

I know my DS3 has worked perfectly since I got it.

+1 on the connection issues being fixed

I bought 2 from japanvideogames.com (they are located in California). Fast shipping and work great. I believe I paid around 69 each.

x2 on importing them. I also enjoy the weighted feel and do not regret them one bit. (1 white and 1 black DS3). although, my black DS3 suffered quite a bit in some furious NHL08 matches over the holidays... the right analog stick squeaks now when moved. :(

If you have the money and games that support rumble buy it. You won't regret it. It seems like they are better built too.

I have had mine since the third week of November and love it. Absolutely no connection issues with it. Although I had no issues with my original Sixaxis.

I find it has a better feel (more weight to it) and I like the plastic used on this one better than the translucent black plastic of the original controller which felt flimsy.

If you can, get one.

JD

I thought the connection issues were due to the PS3 bluetooth antennae on the older models? Anyway, I'm just going to wait for the official version, and probably wait for a sale at that.

I have had mine since the third week of November and love it. Absolutely no connection issues with it. Although I had no issues with my original Sixaxis.

I find it has a better feel (more weight to it) and I like the plastic used on this one better than the translucent black plastic of the original controller which felt flimsy.

If you can, get one.

JD
I was going to write my own post, but this says everything I was going to say.

Why is there no official release date for NA???

i bought 2 imported ones, and they work great, as for is it worth the wait? i dont know, the games i play dont tend to use the rumble feature to its full ability, but its fun! its up to you! lol Personally i love the look of my white ones, and the weight difference is very noticable (a good thing), if i went back to reg sixaxis, i would prob mess up my COD4 game lol

I bought the Japanese one and am VERY pleased with it once I put the trigger covers on it but I would wait. Its REALLY expensive for a controller. It can't be too long a wait for the U.S. version. Its better in every way, but its not really worth what you will have to pay.

I bought 2 from japanvideogames.com (they are located in California). Fast shipping and work great. I believe I paid around 69 each.

Same here. LOVE the DS3! Don't wait, enjoy today.

Decided to pick one up from ebay. Does anyone know if there's a list of rumble supported games anywhere?

+1 on the connection issues being fixed

another +1... I got my DualShock3 last month and in addition to fixing the occasional brief disconnects, now playing MotoStorm feels "right". Unchartered has great rumble too.

If you don't have to have rumble, the Sixaxis is fine -- but I love rumble and couldn't wait. To me the DS3 is what the PS3 should have launched with (if they could have, or course!).

I originally thought that I didn't want rumble and I do like the light feeling of the sixaxis, but lately I feel like I've been missing rumble.

I tossed around the idea of picking one up, but I'm curious... are the imported ones the EXACT same as the ones that will be sold here? Or do they have like Japanese only writing on them, or anything like that? It's really silly but I'm weird like that about stuff.

I originally thought that I didn't want rumble and I do like the light feeling of the sixaxis, but lately I feel like I've been missing rumble.

I tossed around the idea of picking one up, but I'm curious... are the imported ones the EXACT same as the ones that will be sold here? Or do they have like Japanese only writing on them, or anything like that? It's really silly but I'm weird like that about stuff.

Based on the pics I've seen on ebay they look like they have english written on them.

no japaneese on my controlers (white ones)

Thinking about picking one up also. So there's no issues ordering from PlayAsia and shipping to the U.S.? I think Warhawk and Ratchet and Clank (2 games I also have in addition to Uncharted) support rumble.

I believe someone else mentioned this: I thought the wireless drop off was due to the chipset used the system itself, not the controller. I have a 60GB and occassionally I have the controller issue. If it fixes that, well, icing on the cake then. :D

I got a question. Are these new ruble controllers Sixaxis also? If no, how would you play a game that requires it like for example Lair, which I believe needs the Sixaxis.

Thanks

I got a question. Are these new ruble controllers Sixaxis also? If no, how would you play a game that requires it like for example Lair, which I believe needs the Sixaxis.

Thanks

Yes, Dualshock3's still have the motion control. Everything still works great.

Does anyone know if Sony is going to start packing the DS3 in with the console, when they release it in America?

Thanks
Rahimlee54

Does anyone know if Sony is going to start packing the DS3 in with the console, when they release it in America?

Thanks
Rahimlee54

No comment from Sony yet, but I'm 100% sure they will. The Sixaxis will probably be phased out like the original Xbox and PSX controllers.

Is the battery life significantly shorter than the regular sixaxis?

Is the battery life significantly shorter than the regular sixaxis?

It is shorter, but I wouldn't say it's significantly shorter. You can always turn rumble off and enjoy the same battery life as the Sixaxis and the nicer weight and feel of the DS3. :cool:

Okay, the coupon pushed me over the edge. Ordered one black (not a fan of white controllers). I was already going to play R&C and Uncharted through a second time, and will now have rumble for the rest of Resistance (never finished it before and am working through it now) AND Shadow of the Colossus :D

Just found 2 (white ones) on eBay direct from Osaka for 98.99 + 18.00 shipping. We'll see if they come through!

When is the DS3 supposed to be released in the states?

When is the DS3 supposed to be released in the states?

No release date yet. I thought I remember someplace estimating late Spring to mid-summer... but I'm sure that's complete speculation.

Is the battery life significantly shorter than the regular sixaxis?

VERY short compared to the Sixaxxis here.

VERY short compared to the Sixaxxis here.

Shorter here, but not bad. After I got mine I played through a big chunk of Ratchet, some MotoStorm (rumble on heavy) and almost finished Uncharted before I needed to recharge it.

Shorter here, but not bad. After I got mine I played through a big chunk of Ratchet, some MotoStorm (rumble on heavy) and almost finished Uncharted before I needed to recharge it.

Wow...that's actually pretty good.

I charge mine once a week or less. About the same as the sixaxis, really.

went to playasia to buy one and their site doesn't seem to want to work...

anyhow, I'm going to purchase one as soon as I can get on the website. Thanks for everyone's advice, should've imported one back in November.

edit: ordered one!

With the coupon code, I just couldn't resist. Can't wait to give it a try. Any clue on how long shipping usually takes?

With the coupon code, I just couldn't resist. Can't wait to give it a try. Any clue on how long shipping usually takes?

When I ordered my PSP from them it took about 10 days.

2 Ceramic White ordered from Play-Asia for a grand total including UPS 1-4 day shipping of $132.50. $66.25 each, not too bad. I couldn't decide whether to get 1 black and 1 white but decided I'd rather have 2 white to distinguish them both from the 2 Sixaxis I currently own. Can't wait to get my rumble on!

I ordered a white one from play-asia and I am very happy with it, it even holds a charge longer then the Sixaxxis controllers I have. Great purchase and always fun to have what others don't.

Cool!!! Just ordered a few for myself!

Bought one from Play Asia for about $60 shipped with coupon. I figure they will be about $50 plus tax when they come out here in a few months and I get it now. Was disappointed to discover COD4 does not use rumble..

If I buy a DS3 from PA how much ll be the tax?

Should be $0. Tax would only be included if Play-Asia had a brick and mortar store in your state.

I just got my white DS3 in the mail today. All I have to say is WOW...Its pretty stunning how good it looks and the heft is just right. Can't wait to use it with Uncharted and Unreal Tour. 3!!

Nice I just ordered one as well. Does anyone know where I can find a list of games that support rumble?

I'm still on the fence as I don't play my ps3 a lot maybe 2 hours a week on average and mostly play sport games other than COD4(well hunting is a sport :p) and just not sure if its worth it. I would most likely sell my non DS3 which save me a bit of money, and noticed that shipping isn't much more for 2 at JVG.

Although I do like the white, not sure how its going to look in a year or so:eek:

Just got mine in from Play Asia. Played Ratchet and Uncharted was very happy.

If you are on the fence- BUY IT! It is awesome!!

PS Play Asia has slow shipping.

how long shipping usually takes? with UPS selected ?

I purchased 2 on Tuesday with UPS shipping, should have them today or tomorrow. Tracking shows them en route to local hub. Fast enough for me anyway.

Got my white dualshock 3 yesterday - very happy with it. Love the weight vs. the normal sixaxis. I still prefer my xbox 360 controller - but I'm sure it's just because I'm used to the feel of it.

Got my white dualshock 3 yesterday - very happy with it. Love the weight vs. the normal sixaxis. I still prefer my xbox 360 controller - but I'm sure it's just because I'm used to the feel of it.

No, the 360 controller is just a modern controller and the DS3 is still just a modified SNES controller. The controller and the online are the two things 360 blows the PS3 away in. Still, I bought a PS3 and will not be buying a 360, so that must say something. :p

That said, the DS3 is lightyears better than the Suxaxis.

Got my white dualshock 3 yesterday - very happy with it. Love the weight vs. the normal sixaxis. I still prefer my xbox 360 controller - but I'm sure it's just because I'm used to the feel of it.

Honestly, playing Super Stardust last night with my new DS3...I was thinking that after preferring the 360 controller, I might end up liking the DS3 better. The ONLY thing I very much dislike are the triggers. Whoever designed those to be convex had to be on crack!

I would say import one now since import prices have dropped after the initial rush. The difference in cost to have one a month or two early is not that much, especially via Play Asia w/ a coupon code.

If you're getting DMC4, most definitely get one now!

I love it. Now that both systems have rumble, it makes me hate the 360 d-pad all that much more, and anything that uses the d-pad extensively (fighters, arcade games) that is multi-platform I will be getting on the PS3. Except for maybe FPS games which feel a little better on the 360 because of trigger shape.

The ONLY thing I very much dislike are the triggers. Whoever designed those to be convex had to be on crack!

+1... which is a strike against racing games IMO. Maybe someday we'll have a really nice 3rd party DS3 controller? (Logitech, you listening...?)

And these new controllers are compatible with any PS3?

And these new controllers are compatible with any PS3?

Yes.

Is all the printing in english on these things?

Is all the printing in english on these things?

Yes.

Mine arrived yesterday. I did the ebay "buy it now" on Sunday and it's here already. Pretty impressive!

I immediately got into what was the most intense game of Warhawk that I've ever been in. I got my butt handed to me but it sure was great to feel the butt getting handed to me! It's been a long time since I touched the old PS2 dual shock so I was really surprised at the intense vibration I was feeling. At first the vibration really distracted me from the game, I'm sure that's why I was playing so poorly (Not!). After awhile it became second nature again.

I was worried, and am still concerned that Sony will change something or tweak the controller to make it better when they finally release it here, but I have a controller that's worn out so I had to replace it anyway.

I was worried, and am still concerned that Sony will change something or tweak the controller to make it better when they finally release it here, but I have a controller that's worn out so I had to replace it anyway.

I HIGHLY doubt they will do that.

Is all the printing in english on these things?

Everything is in English, except for the package the controller comes in. Unless you need instructions on how to connect the controller, you should be ok. ;)

I bought one today, yet I still don't understand why they do not release it in the states. Must be a legal reason???

I've got a DS3 in transit from Play Asia also. My primary controller is on the fritz due to the stupid control setup in COD4. Pressing down to run all the time does nasty things to the left analog stick. Mine barely responds in the forward direction now unless I press it in at the same time.

Is all the printing in english on these things?

only the package is in japanese or chinese language not the DS3

is there a list of games for DS3 support?

I hope it comes out soon. The Suxaxis feels so flimsy and cheap. No feedback equals =:mad:

Play-Asia has fast shipping if you choose the UPS 1-4 day option. Ordered mine on Tuesday got them on Friday.

why these aren't in us stores right now is simply beyond me. what the hell, sony?

I HIGHLY doubt they will do that.

why is that? they've tweaked just about every controller they've ever released in this country from their japanese original...

I just finally got mine yesterday thanks to a tip from a fellow AVS member and I have to say it just feels so right - I wish that stupid lawsuit hadn't spoiled our party - the rumble is awesome. I love my DS3.

why these aren't in us stores right now is simply beyond me. what the hell, sony?Marketing, distribution and they have to get the assembly lines up and running for US- not a simple task.

Play-Asia has the Dual Shock 3 Wireless Controller for PS3 Black (http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-8mre-71-zl-49-en-84-j-70-2act.html) and Ceramic White (http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-8mre-71-zl-49-en-84-j-70-2boq.html) for $59.9 + $6.7 shipping -$5 for code = ~$60 shipped.

These are Japan version but reportedly also work on US version of PS3. The US version of Dual Shock 3 is scheduled to be released after March.

You can buy dual shock 3 from play-asia with discount codes for ~$60 shipped.

check the links.

Black Dual Shock 3 (http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-8mre-71-zl-49-en-84-j-70-2act.html)

Ceramic White Dual Shock 3 (http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-8mre-71-zl-49-en-84-j-70-2boq.html)

here are some coupon codes if you want to buy one or more dual shock 3.

5$ off 50$+ coupon: RE-TAI-LAA
10$ off 100$+ coupon: RE-TAI-LAB

These coupons are reusable and can be used for anything.

Sony has confirmed that the recent 2.0 firmware update has added rumble support for all PS2 games played on the system with Dual Shock 3.

Sony has confirmed that the recent 2.0 firmware update has added rumble support for all PS2 games played on the system with Dual Shock 3.

That is great news. I'll try it out tonight to see if indeed it is true

tried god of war and one word WOOW :)

Play-Asia has the Dual Shock 3 Wireless Controller for PS3 Black (http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-8mre-71-zl-49-en-84-j-70-2act.html) and Ceramic White (http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-8mre-71-zl-49-en-84-j-70-2boq.html) for $59.9 + $6.7 shipping -$5 for code = ~$60 shipped.

These are Japan version but reportedly also work on US version of PS3. The US version of Dual Shock 3 is scheduled to be released after March.

You can buy dual shock 3 from play-asia with discount codes for ~$60 shipped.

check the links.

Black Dual Shock 3 (http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-8mre-71-zl-49-en-84-j-70-2act.html)

Ceramic White Dual Shock 3 (http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-8mre-71-zl-49-en-84-j-70-2boq.html)

here are some coupon codes if you want to buy one or more dual shock 3.

5$ off 50$+ coupon: RE-TAI-LAA
10$ off 100$+ coupon: RE-TAI-LAB

These coupons are reusable and can be used for anything.

used for eye of judgement
code also worked for it thanks

Sony has confirmed that the recent 2.0 firmware update has added rumble support for all PS2 games played on the system with Dual Shock 3.

I pulled out PS1 game Tekken 3. I load it up. I select Law. I press start. A quick kick…no rumble! I go back to the options screen and switch on vibration, start again and it works great. But it’s the first time I’ve played a PlayStation 1 game in years. I cant believe how much the graphics have dated.

PS2 games Final Fantasy XII & GTA: Liberty City Stories work with no problems.

Honestly, playing Super Stardust last night with my new DS3...I was thinking that after preferring the 360 controller, I might end up liking the DS3 better. The ONLY thing I very much dislike are the triggers. Whoever designed those to be convex had to be on crack!

Wierd.. I never really got used to my sixaxxis so I can't say I noticed a difference... and all I play are racing games.

Everything is in English, except for the package the controller comes in. Unless you need instructions on how to connect the controller, you should be ok. ;)

I actually was hoping they would come with Japanese writing on them... but you have to remember.. Most Japanese people can speak and read more english than most Americans can Japanese so having "Start" and "Select" in English is hardly an issue..... as if you wouldn't know what the buttons did without labels :p

I'm hoping mine arrives this week, I got an adapter on the weekend so I could use my old PS2 controllers and it was nice to have the rumble back. Cords suck though, and no PS button means I have to keep my broken controller handy to exit back to the XMB.

Another game tried it with was Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune.
Not knowing if it would work without a patch, I fed in the game and immedietly were greeted by rumble on the select screen. Beyond the excepted rumble from the guns, the feedback from when Drake was hurt really helped to realize when you were about to die. When Drake is hurt, not only does the screen go grey, but the controller pounds with the heartbeat of the character.

LIST OF PLAYSTATION®3 TITLES COMPATIBLE WITH DUALSHOCK®3 IN NORTH AMERICA AND EUROPE

The Darkness 2K Games
Enemy Territory: Quake Wars Activision
Soldier of Fortune Activision
BIOHAZARD® 5 CAPCOM
Devil May Cry® 4 CAPCOM
N-Cube Creat Studios
Warbit Creat Studios
Dark Sector D3 PUBLISHER
Turok Disney Interactive
Highlander Eidos
Kane & Lynch: Dead Men Eidos
Burnout Paradise ELECTRONIC ARTS
FIFA franchise (title name TBD) ELECTRONIC ARTS
Legendary: The Box Gamecock
To End All Wars Ghostlight
RAGE id Software
WarDevil - Unleash the Beast Within Ignition Entertainment
Dynasty Warriors 6 KOEI
Fatal Inertia KOEI
METAL GEAR SOLID 4 GUNS OF THE PATRIOTS Konami
Blacksite: Area 51 Midway
TNA Wrestling Midway
Unreal Tournament 3 Midway
Wheelman Midway
Cops (codename, title name TBD) Pyro
Planet One (codename, title name TBD) Pyro
Heroes over Europe Red Mile Entertainment
Condemned 2 SEGA
Iron Man SEGA
The Club SEGA
The Crucible SEGA
The Incredible Hulk SEGA
Blast Factor (*1) Sony Computer Entertainment
echochrome Sony Computer Entertainment
Elefunk Sony Computer Entertainment
Folklore (*1) Sony Computer Entertainment
FORMULA ONE CHAMPIONSHIP EDITION (*1) Sony Computer Entertainment
Go! Sports Ski (*1) Sony Computer Entertainment
Heavenly Sword (*1) Sony Computer Entertainment
High Velocity Bowling Sony Computer Entertainment
MLB 08: The Show Sony Computer Entertainment
MotorStorm (*1) Sony Computer Entertainment
NBA 08 (*1) Sony Computer Entertainment
PAIN Sony Computer Entertainment
Rat Race Sony Computer Entertainment
Ratchet & Clank Future: Tools of Destruction Sony Computer Entertainment
Resistance: Fall of Man (*1) Sony Computer Entertainment
Snakeball Sony Computer Entertainment
SOCOM: Confrontation Sony Computer Entertainment
Super Stardust HD (*1) Sony Computer Entertainment
TOY HOME Sony Computer Entertainment
Uncharted: Drake's Fortune Sony Computer Entertainment
Warhawk (*1) Sony Computer Entertainment
WipEout HD Sony Computer Entertainment
GirpShift® Sony Online Entertainment
NBA 2K8 Take Two Sports
Destroy All Humans 3 THQ
Stuntman Ignition THQ
Assassin's Creed UbiSoft
BEOWULF UbiSoft
HAZE UbiSoft
Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2 (*1) UbiSoft
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Vegas (*1) UbiSoft
Prototype Vivendi Games
The Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena Vivendi Games

*1　 Users will be able to enjoy the rumble feature through software update.

Maybe an old list but it may help someone
and all new games (after dual shock 3 released) have rumble support
copied this from another post
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=982653

I still would love to see COD4 get rumble.

I still would love to see COD4 get rumble.

Isnt there a patch or someting for COD4?

i havent opened my second sixaxis controller so im going to put it on ebay and get this one. thanks for the code.

i just saw god of war 2 at play asia for $25, ill pick that up too.

i just got my ps3 40GB a couple days ago.

i have $85 in my cart. i figure i should take advantage of the $10 off $100 so i need to spend $15 more. any suggestions on what else to buy? dont need another game just yet. maybe an accessory?

I too grabbed one of eBay last week, love it, going to go back and play Uncharted on hard and give it a work out.

And I too hope for a COD4 patch.

And the extra weight makes this controller feel just right, not as heavy as the 360 controller and not as light as the Sixaxis.

Play-Asia has the Dual Shock 3 Wireless Controller for PS3 Black (http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-8mre-71-zl-49-en-84-j-70-2act.html) and Ceramic White (http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-8mre-71-zl-49-en-84-j-70-2boq.html) for $59.9 + $6.7 shipping ~$65 shipped.

These are Japan version but reportedly also work on US version of PS3. The US version of Dual Shock 3 is scheduled to be released after March.

You can buy dual shock 3 from play-asia with discount codes for ~$65 shipped.

check the links.

Black Dual Shock 3 (http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-8mre-71-zl-49-en-84-j-70-2act.html)

Ceramic White Dual Shock 3 (http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-8mre-71-zl-49-en-84-j-70-2boq.html)



There r some cute cup noodles with flavour in the site
if I buy these what ll be the custom issue any idea?

Got my Dual Shock 3 tonight. Its absolutely breathtaking. Just to give those of you a time frame in case you can't track yours, mine shipped on the 22nd.

Got my Dual Shock 3 tonight. Its absolutely breathtaking. Just to give those of you a time frame in case you can't track yours, mine shipped on the 22nd.

what shipment type did you select? air bubble wrap or box?
I selected air bubble but my order came in a box anyway.

Did anyone hear a patch for COD4 rumble support?

Did anyone hear a patch for COD4 rumble support?

Nope.

didnt know these existed...will be getting the white one...

My last order came in 4 business days from Play-Asia. Got new mail about their new year holiday so if you give new order you must wait till Monday.