NYKO PS3 Controller... who had this wonderful idea?

Written By ManicGamer 135 days ago
News Category: Articles
Relevant Consoles: : PlayStation 3

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As many of us know, the PS3 is getting the "Rumble" treatment this year and who better to try and jump the gun than NYKO and their lust for third-party "improvements".

I'm not a "NYKO-hater" by any means, but when you create a controller made for a blu-tooth enabled system and then make it WIRELESS (2.4gz)-which by the way does NOTHING but take up another USB port for no reason. AND TO TOP IT ALL OFF knock off battery life by adding an additional LED for every button... I mean, I like LEDs just as much as the next guy... but if I REALLY need to know where the X button is in the dark, I'm going to turn on the damn lamp.

The overall design of the pad makes it look like a Xbox 360 and a PS3 had a drunken 1 night stand. I don't know who the mother was... but I have a feeling she kept drinking during the pregnancy as the controller's shape has issues as well.

Here is the info from NYKO (Pic included)

NYKO'S ZERO WIRELESS CONTROLLER FOR PLAYSTATION®3

Features Include Six-Direction Motion Sensing and Rumble Support for the Ultimate PS3 Gaming Experience

Los Angeles, CA - March 6, 2008 - Nyko Technologies®, the premier peripherals manufacturer, announced today that it has shipped its highly anticipated Zero Wireless Controller for PLAYSTATION®3. The Zero Wireless Controller provides a combination of style and performance with new rumble capabilities.

The Zero Wireless Controller is the ultimate solution for PS3 gaming, making it the top choice in high-end wireless controllers. Continuing the popularity of Nyko's Zero controller line, the new Zero for PS3 features include:

- Dual vibration motors for full rumble feedback in supported games*
- Up to 25 hours of continuous play with removable, rechargeable, NiMH battery, complete with USB charge cable and optional battery compartment
- Reliable 2.4 GHz wireless technology for reliable and responsive range of up to 30 feet
- Equipped with a precise accelerometer that detects six different directions of motion
- Standard backlit LED buttons, precision analog sticks, durable buttons, and curved triggers
- Unique metal polymer hybrid design with heat-dissipating aluminum panels, available in three distinct colors to match the tastes of every gamer: Black, Silver and White

"The new generation of consoles provided us with a building ground to develop a high-quality controller that exceeds gamers' expectations of what a 3rd party controller should offer," said Chris Arbogast, Marketing Director for Nyko. "We are confident that the Zero Wireless Controller for PS3 will prove its value by combining a solid, reliable design and unique features with the latest rumble and motion-sensing technology."

The Zero Wireless Controller for PS3 is now available at retailers nationwide for the suggested retail price of $59.99. Visit www.nyko.com for more information.

*Please check game manual for rumble support options.


Tags : Controller : Fetal Alchohol Syndrome : NYKO : PlayStation 3 : Rumble

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Comments

By: dragongee On: 02:54 Mar 7th, 2008 Online	the controls an embrassment! one word - ugly!
By: Mechanoma On: 03:00 Mar 7th, 2008 Offline	Jeez, it's really ugly! It looks like it would be extremely uncomfortable to hold, too. I don't think I'll be getting one!
By: Snake Plissken On: 01:19 Mar 8th, 2008 Offline	I think I may throw up. They say they are going to alter what people think of 3RD party controllers and I agree, that ones even worse then usual.
By: boa On: 08:53 Mar 8th, 2008 Offline	I do like the fact they changed it to removable batteries, but other than that it's rancid....
By: Dragonfly On: 11:18 Mar 25th, 2008 Online	ManicGamer;44499 - Dual vibration motors for full rumble feedback in supported games* You mean, for the game that have rumble support? Which only exists because of the release of the Dual Shock? ManicGamer;44499 - Up to 25 hours of continuous play with removable, rechargeable, NiMH battery, complete with USB charge cable and optional battery compartment Well, at least they're removable. ManicGamer;44499 - Reliable 2.4 GHz wireless technology for reliable and responsive range of up to 30 feet Can I use it from the other room? ManicGamer;44499 - Equipped with a precise accelerometer that detects six different directions of motion ...what does that mean in English? ManicGamer;44499 - Standard backlit LED buttons, precision analog sticks, durable buttons, and curved triggers SO NOW YOU CAN PLAY GAMES... IN THE DARK! ManicGamer;44499 - Unique metal polymer hybrid design with heat-dissipating aluminum panels, available in three distinct colors to match the tastes of every gamer: Black, Silver and White My favourite colour is red. What about me?!
By: Samuel On: 04:23 Mar 26th, 2008 Offline	That's what the LED's are for, Michael. And in English, accelerometre isn't even a word. It basically means it can do something the existing controller can (i.e. motion sensing) w000t for redundancy.
By: We Are Ninja On: 01:05 Apr 4th, 2008 Offline	I've got several of them for the PS2* I didn't pay MSRP for them, I waited for the price to drop to $15... They're very solid controllers; but they feel slightly awkward and the the button/stick layout makes the feel small. I wouldn't pay $65 for the PS3/360 units, but I'll be getting a few when the price drops. *Why several? I have controller OCD. I can't control it, so I don't try...

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