Results 1 to 14 of 14

Thread: Dreamcast Controller

  1. #1
    Luigi (Level 20) Custom rank graphic
    kainemaxwell's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jul 2002
    Location
    NJ
    Posts
    12,601
    Thanks Thanks Given 
    1
    Thanks Thanks Received 
    12
    Thanked in
    9 Posts

    Default Dreamcast Controller

    I'm getting used to the DC's funky-ish controller. When they first got the DC, did it take a while for anyone else to become used to it?
    My Gaming Collection (Now at Google Drive!)

  2. #2
    Insert Coin (Level 0)
    Join Date
    Jul 2002
    Location
    Zoo york
    Posts
    169
    Thanks Thanks Given 
    0
    Thanks Thanks Received 
    0
    Thanked in
    0 Posts

    Default

    I cant get use to that controller. I going to have to get a ps adapter to play Soul calibar >
    I love the smell of spray cans in the morning

  3. #3
    classicus carnivorous
    digitalpress's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jul 2002
    Location
    Circling about overhead
    Posts
    26,331
    Thanks Thanks Given 
    0
    Thanks Thanks Received 
    2
    Thanked in
    2 Posts
    Xbox LIVE
    Digital Press
    PSN
    digitalpress

    Default

    It definitely took me awhile. In fact, I went and bought one of those PS-to-DC adapters so I could use my PS1 controller on the DC.

    That was a long time ago. The constant use of the DC and only having one of those adapters and commonly four players here meant I had to get used to it. And once I did, I never went back to using that adapter. I really love the DC controller now.

  4. #4
    Luigi (Level 20) Custom rank graphic
    kainemaxwell's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jul 2002
    Location
    NJ
    Posts
    12,601
    Thanks Thanks Given 
    1
    Thanks Thanks Received 
    12
    Thanked in
    9 Posts

    Default

    So using the adaptor is only works for regular PS1 controllers, not the dual shocks?

    *Will buy a VMU to play Fur Fighters tommorrow*
    My Gaming Collection (Now at Google Drive!)

  5. #5
    classicus carnivorous
    digitalpress's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jul 2002
    Location
    Circling about overhead
    Posts
    26,331
    Thanks Thanks Given 
    0
    Thanks Thanks Received 
    2
    Thanked in
    2 Posts
    Xbox LIVE
    Digital Press
    PSN
    digitalpress

    Default

    Quote Originally Posted by Kaine23
    So using the adaptor is only works for regular PS1 controllers, not the dual shocks?
    The one I have supports the dual-shock too.

  6. #6
    Insert Coin (Level 0)
    Join Date
    Nov 2002
    Location
    Derby
    Posts
    76
    Thanks Thanks Given 
    0
    Thanks Thanks Received 
    0
    Thanked in
    0 Posts

    Default

    I like them, I think they're real comfy to hold. I guess the main thing was, I was used to playing Saturn and Megadrive before that though, and neither of those two systems have particularly ergonomic pads.

    The DC pad just feels kinda "right"... a bit like the Saturn 3D pad, but a bit nicer.

  7. #7
    Luigi (Level 20) Custom rank graphic
    kainemaxwell's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jul 2002
    Location
    NJ
    Posts
    12,601
    Thanks Thanks Given 
    1
    Thanks Thanks Received 
    12
    Thanked in
    9 Posts

    Default

    I take it Babagges and EB store would hopefully have them.
    My Gaming Collection (Now at Google Drive!)

  8. #8
    Banned

    Join Date
    Sep 2002
    Location
    Michigan
    Posts
    2,489
    Thanks Thanks Given 
    0
    Thanks Thanks Received 
    0
    Thanked in
    0 Posts

    Default

    I don't have a prob with the DC controller.I have had the system since launch and it has grown on me.

    But what do you all like better,the 3D Saturn Controller or the DC controller? :grin:

  9. #9
    Great Puma (Level 12) Achika's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jul 2002
    Location
    Jersey, unfortunately
    Posts
    4,745
    Thanks Thanks Given 
    0
    Thanks Thanks Received 
    0
    Thanked in
    0 Posts
    Xbox LIVE
    Achika

    Default

    Dreamcast is one of my favorite controllers. It's so easy for me to use, but perhaps it's my small girly hands? Everything is perfectly in reach, and the shoulder buttons are very comfy for me. The D-Pad and Analog stick are in the right spot for me to reach easily.

  10. #10
    Luigi (Level 20) Custom rank graphic
    kainemaxwell's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jul 2002
    Location
    NJ
    Posts
    12,601
    Thanks Thanks Given 
    1
    Thanks Thanks Received 
    12
    Thanked in
    9 Posts

    Default

    After playing a few rounds of NBA Showtime (Go Nets!), I'm slowly growing into the DC controller.

    Other assesorices to buy: 1 VMU, 1 extra controller, S-video cable (to hook into switch box) and maybe the PSX-DC adaptor.

    Achi, find me on AIM later please?
    My Gaming Collection (Now at Google Drive!)

  11. #11
    Insert Coin (Level 0)
    Join Date
    Jul 2002
    Location
    The United Kingdom of Britain
    Posts
    74
    Thanks Thanks Given 
    0
    Thanks Thanks Received 
    0
    Thanked in
    0 Posts

    Default

    I Like the DC controller too.

    I love Driving games and I find the analogue triggers in conjunction with the stick work great.

    In all honesty, I think I prefer the DC pad to the PS/PS2 pad but sometimes you need the 2 analogue sticks!

    I think the DC pad is like a refined Saturn 3D pad...It feels nicer in the hands to me. I only use the Saturn 3D pad for nights.
    ***Metal Head- wise old gamer dude!***

  12. #12
    Strawberry (Level 2)
    Join Date
    Jul 2002
    Location
    Augusta, Georgia
    Posts
    572
    Thanks Thanks Given 
    0
    Thanks Thanks Received 
    0
    Thanked in
    0 Posts

    Default

    Like so many before, it took me a while to get used to it, but I too like the DC controller. In fact, I like it better for THPS and THPS2 than either the PSX controller or the Xbox controller.

    Only thing I don't like about it is that my hands get sweaty holding it. It's a pity they never made one of those airflo controllers for DC eh? (Then again maybe not)

  13. #13
    Luigi (Level 20) Custom rank graphic
    kainemaxwell's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jul 2002
    Location
    NJ
    Posts
    12,601
    Thanks Thanks Given 
    1
    Thanks Thanks Received 
    12
    Thanked in
    9 Posts

    Default

    How much total would the VMU, extra controller, PS-DC adaptor (if I got one) and S-video cable cost probably? I know the VMU and controller is little under $10 so far...
    My Gaming Collection (Now at Google Drive!)

  14. #14
    Starman (Level 23) punkoffgirl's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jul 2002
    Posts
    16,184
    Thanks Thanks Given 
    0
    Thanks Thanks Received 
    0
    Thanked in
    0 Posts

    Default

    I exactly agree with what Achika said... I never had ANY problems "adapting" to the Dreamcast controller, it just felt good from the beginning. No reaching or stretching..



    And then I put it in my hands.. ba da bump! Just kidding.

Similar Threads

  1. Best Dreamcast controller?
    By phreakindee in forum Classic Gaming
    Replies: 26
    Last Post: 11-10-2013, 05:01 PM
  2. WTB Dreamcast Controller
    By substantial_snake in forum Buying and Selling
    Replies: 1
    Last Post: 11-21-2011, 04:49 AM
  3. Dreamcast Controller Board
    By alec006 in forum Technical and Restoration Society
    Replies: 10
    Last Post: 12-19-2005, 09:29 PM
  4. Rez Dreamcast controller
    By the_red_skull in forum Classic Gaming
    Replies: 1
    Last Post: 01-27-2004, 01:28 PM
  5. Uno Controller for the Dreamcast
    By lionforce in forum Classic Gaming
    Replies: 2
    Last Post: 08-20-2003, 01:50 PM

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •