OVR FT BT BK
OVR FT BT BK

THE GOOD
Wireless PS3 controller with rumble support; slightly heavier, which gives it a bit more heft than the featherlight Sixaxis controller; rumble function added to many existing games via downloadable patches.

THE BAD
Somewhat overpriced; doesn't come with a USB cable for recharging; rechargeable battery isn't removable.

THE BOTTOM LINE
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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Average CNET Reader Rating: 8.1 out of 10

CNET Reader Reviews

  1. April 4, 2008 06:58

    4.0/5
    I've had one of these controllers since November 2007 (Japanese model can be purchased for equal or less on ebaY).

    I just wanted to correct David Carnoy (again) about the non-user-replaceable battery. You CAN change it. The Dual Shock 3 has s...  read more »

    - roninhyde

  2. April 6, 2008 09:13

    4.0/5
    Gamestop had this a bit earlier than some other stores, just picked it up today and I really like it. After trying it with a few games I find it really adds to the gameplay. Mainly I tested it on Warhawk and Resistance Fall of Man. The only thing I ...  read more »

    - seantagorek

  3. June 2, 2008 05:47

    4.5/5

    - aznboy318


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$49.99

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$54.99

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$54.99

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