First I'd like to point out when I first ran into this gamepad, I was looking for a cheaper gamepad to play on my ps3 and everywhere review I read or watched never mentioned playability on a PS3 and YES! This gamepad also work on the PS3!! But it is treated as a Ps4 gamepad which means every button functions other than the PS button which is still no biggie. Atleast not for me.
In depth review:
For what this is, it does not fail at being a gamepad. This is a gamepad that is centered towards the younger audience with smaller hands than an adult. HOWEVER! That does not deter the fact that this wired gamepad is cheaper than an actual Dualshock 4 and Dualshock 3. When I first got it, I couldn't help myself but rub my thumbs on the D-Pad and move the analog sticks. At first, I was nervous about the d-pad because I love to play fighting games and in those kinds of games the D-pad is a must! So I put on Street fighter 5 and it worked like a charm. The directional inputs were spot on and I could do Hadokens and Shoryukens with EASE! A lot of reviewers tend to give this controller gripe about how tiny the buttons are and how it feels awkward pressing them but they feel just fine and I had no problem reaching out with my thumbs and index fingers to press them. They work JUST FINE. Now for some fighting games, this gamepad may not be practical, but if you can work around its smaller sized L1,R1,L2,R2 buttons, then this controller is a steal. After that I put on Doom for the Ps4 to test the analog sticks and it worked exactly how I needed it too. The only thing that bothered me was that the analog sticks weren't completely as sensitive as the DS4 or the DS3 BUT! that did not stop me from having fun and did not ruin any game play at all! Also I couldn't help but noticed my thumbs would sometimes clash with each other as I play games that deal with twin stick controlling. But as a result I cannot give this controller a bad review because again this controller is for the younger audience, so it is expected for certain things to work out like this. So then I went to my ps3 to see if I could use it and well from the beginning of my review, it worked. I had bought a ps2 classic on my ps3 and haven't had any problems using my DS4 as a Bluetooth wireless gamepad, until I tried using the DS4 with the ps2 classic and it didn't work at all. It had to be plugged in, and charging for it to work, so that was another reason why I looked at this controller.
The buttons feel good, they are responsive.. the analog sticks for your L3 and R3, there is a small button on the bottom of the controller that helps emulate the trackpad on the DS4 but this controller isn't meant for it, but its there if you really needed to use a trackpad. If you can look past the few gripes some people may have with it such as, no vibration, no motion control, and no trackpad. BUY IT. If you are looking to completely replace your DS4 or DS3, DO NOT BUY IT. Buy and actual DS. But for what this is worth, what it does, and how much cheaper it is than an actual gamepad, it's a steal.
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From the manufacturer
Features:
- Officially licensed by Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC.
- Easy grip with all essential controls.
- Plug-N-Play with 10ft cable.
- 40% smaller than DUALSHOCK 4 Wireless Controller.
- Compatible with most PS4 games*.
* Does not include the following advanced features that a DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller offers - Light bar, stereo headset jack, speaker, dual motors, and motion sensor.
* Product recommended for ages 6 and older.
Built for Young Gamers
Built for young gamers, the officially licensed Mini Wired Gamepad for PS4 systems is designed to fit smaller hands while providing the same great gaming experience you have come to expect with PS4 systems. Get started with a growing library of family friendly games as you learn and grow as a gamer. Great for companion play, the mini wired gamepad opens gaming to whole family.
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Nice for the price, good for the kids.
Bought for my 4yo son. The size helps with him being able to reach the shoulder buttons without having to completely move his hands. The shoulder buttons feel a little weird in my opinion, they’re kinda squishy where I think a click type would be better but they do still respond well even with the feel. So not a complaint, just a preference. And there is a way to controller the touch pad, you push the small button between the sticks and then the sticks control the motion until you press any other button, but you can click the stick to work as pressing the touch pad as well as the soft button that is in place of it. Cord length is way more than what I needed but suitable if the have your console across a smaller room. My only complaint is a small mistake you can see in the photo (I won’t say what to see if you can spot it) but that did not bother my son and no more in stock so chose to keep it. Everything works fine though, not the dpad I prefer but response is still good, same as my opinion of the shoulder buttons but again that is just my personal opinion and the response is well enough I can’t complain at the price. My only dislike is that even though the PS button works fine the controller will not turn on the console. Would definitely buy again if it holds up decent over time. For the price would like to get at least 8-10 months of a little more than casual use out of it before any issues or tear, but my son will be dropping it I’m sure so that will be a good test. Also joysticks are hard plastic but are solid yet light enough that’s it’s not uncomfortable and can fit grips on though I wouldn’t suggest any that have been used and stretched. Overall I like it but more importantly my son does. Would like to pay a little more for a more updated design. Maybe separate the dpad buttons and tighten up the triggers and I’ll gladly buy 2.
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Bought for my 4yo son. The size helps with him being able to reach the shoulder buttons without having to completely move his hands. The shoulder buttons feel a little weird in my opinion, they’re kinda squishy where I think a click type would be better but they do still respond well even with the feel. So not a complaint, just a preference. And there is a way to controller the touch pad, you push the small button between the sticks and then the sticks control the motion until you press any other button, but you can click the stick to work as pressing the touch pad as well as the soft button that is in place of it. Cord length is way more than what I needed but suitable if the have your console across a smaller room. My only complaint is a small mistake you can see in the photo (I won’t say what to see if you can spot it) but that did not bother my son and no more in stock so chose to keep it. Everything works fine though, not the dpad I prefer but response is still good, same as my opinion of the shoulder buttons but again that is just my personal opinion and the response is well enough I can’t complain at the price. My only dislike is that even though the PS button works fine the controller will not turn on the console. Would definitely buy again if it holds up decent over time. For the price would like to get at least 8-10 months of a little more than casual use out of it before any issues or tear, but my son will be dropping it I’m sure so that will be a good test. Also joysticks are hard plastic but are solid yet light enough that’s it’s not uncomfortable and can fit grips on though I wouldn’t suggest any that have been used and stretched. Overall I like it but more importantly my son does. Would like to pay a little more for a more updated design. Maybe separate the dpad buttons and tighten up the triggers and I’ll gladly buy 2.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2018
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