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SCUF Releases a New PS4 Controller to Rival the Xbox Elite Controller
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pokeystaples
Banned
I was actually looking at these as gifts for my bridal party yesterday. Still on the short list of gift ideas.
Seriously, if you're gonna spend $400 on custom controllers, just buy a used Xbox one and an elite controller.
SprachBrooks
Member
Made me crack up.
Goose_Se7en
Banned
You don't have to explain yourself to anyone. If you wanted to spend $400 or even $1000 for custom ps4 controllers, for your boys no less, no one should judge.
Regarding your question, I personally always try to be financially responsible. If you getting this Scuf controller won't set you back in other areas and you can do it...go for it brother. You only live once and it's nice to treat yourself or others once ina while.
hikarutilmitt
Member
Honestly, I'm more apt to grabbing a ribbon to install to a PS4 controller with a few buttons and maybe rig up a paddle set of my own for $25 and some work than $150+ for another one of these. I have the Elite because it came with the Elite Xbox, but I couldn't see myself spending $150 on it, and I REALLY, REALLY like it (I bought a Brooke Xbone to PS4 adapter so I could play Destiny on both systems with the same controller).
AudioEppa
Member
I have on my ds4 controller the Kontrol Freak handle grips and CQCX thumb grips.
Low cost and goddamn it makes a worlds difference to me, no lie I had problems coming from the ds3, the ds4 made my hands feel uncomfortable shortly after playing, I absolutely hate the standard sticks.
Idk if it's something that will work for you, but give the items a try if you feel like experimenting.
Night Angel
Member
Is $200 a lot to spend on your kids in Christmas? Some people actually make good money, guys.
Anyway, ugly as sin. I'll wait until a better revision comes out.
Anyway, ugly as sin. I'll wait until a better revision comes out.
blue_phazon
Member
Excatly.
The main distinction is that a scuff is a modified normal controller with the same build quality and materials.
The elite controller has better build quality and materials + paddles and swappable components.
Of course a lot of people prefer the paddles on a scuff, but the ones on the elite aren't oversensitive if you put some rubber stoppers underneath lol.
I will look into those. I just would like a nicer build quality overall instead of having to buy add on parts but I've already started looking even before this topic. Though I will admit for the amount of times I've dropped my PS4 controller and hard, the thing has held up surprisingly well.
Parmadillo Marshmallow
Member
I recently got a bare bones black ps4 scuf with nothing extra. Threw my kontrol freeks on there as usual, and I am very happy. We shall see how long the paddles last. I don't think the extra upgrades are worth it at all.
LOL, that is what I was thinking.
For some it sure would be, not so much for others; hell, my son asked for a MBP last Christmas.
I would be okay getting my sons an Elite/SCUF except that they don't treat the controllers well enough for that yet. It's part of the reason I got the Elite for myself, so that I don't need to worry about how they treat "my" controller.
GifGafIsTheBestGaf
Member
op right now
btw, thanks op for reminding me i had to pick up mine.
i ordered mine stealth black though. the only thing i dont like is the rubber thingy, the design like is dripping or something but i really wanted a light controller (took out the rumbles as well)
cant get used to the long R2 buttons though, let's see what happens tonight when i give it a test playing
btw, thanks op for reminding me i had to pick up mine.
i ordered mine stealth black though. the only thing i dont like is the rubber thingy, the design like is dripping or something but i really wanted a light controller (took out the rumbles as well)
cant get used to the long R2 buttons though, let's see what happens tonight when i give it a test playing
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kingwingin
Member
That actually looks pretty decent.
But no way could i drop $200 on a controller and not have an upgraded battery. Triple the battery life and im in
But no way could i drop $200 on a controller and not have an upgraded battery. Triple the battery life and im in
Lol at the "ugly as sin" comments. The military grade grip is an option. The stealth scud above looks great. Here's my problem:
The Dualshock 4 feels/looks great but it's junk - the left analog stick has gone on all 4 of my controllers. There is either a random slowness when turning left or when trying to sprint with L3 - doesn't register the push. I've never paid more than $40 for each controller btw. If I plunk down on a scud to have the analogs stop working - I'd be upset.
I've bought the analogs themselves and attempted to replace them but I fried the controller board on my test because it was extremely difficult de-soldering the analog itself It has so many connecting points.
I had a cinch controller (they add buttons instead of paddles) - same thing. I'm really considering Xim4 but cost and space for peripherals, etc.
Dualshock 4 build is straight up garbage quality tier.
The Dualshock 4 feels/looks great but it's junk - the left analog stick has gone on all 4 of my controllers. There is either a random slowness when turning left or when trying to sprint with L3 - doesn't register the push. I've never paid more than $40 for each controller btw. If I plunk down on a scud to have the analogs stop working - I'd be upset.
I've bought the analogs themselves and attempted to replace them but I fried the controller board on my test because it was extremely difficult de-soldering the analog itself It has so many connecting points.
I had a cinch controller (they add buttons instead of paddles) - same thing. I'm really considering Xim4 but cost and space for peripherals, etc.
Dualshock 4 build is straight up garbage quality tier.
Just want to warn people about those trigger extenders. They are good at extending the triggers, but they add height to tops of the triggers as well. Since my index finger rests between the bumper and trigger, the extra height of the triggers was enough to cause enough accidental trigger presses that I had to stop using them.
I have never even thought about using those things. Standard and official controllers for me all the way.
In terms of widespread issue sure but it does highlight some poor quality control. Also I think the 90-day warranty should be longer for a product of this calibre/asking price.
metareferential
Member
This I can agree with.
TimeEffect
Member
Cant we just pester Sony to acknowledge the need for an Elite controller?
may get one with ps4 neo.
A few months ago I started a thread about wanting an "elite" controller for PS4, and a Sony rep posted in it, and said that they're looking into it.
hikarutilmitt
Member
With some careful work:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sale-PS4-Pr...252470?hash=item2366e6bab6:g:musAAOSw~oFXD7Ub
Adding levers would be a simple thing to do, relatively. It wouldn't be quite as clean as the Elite, but it would be cheaper than Scuf, you'd be the only one to blame and support for doing a crappy job and it doesn't make a direct modification to the controller other than drilling the holes for the buttons (which you can just buy an extra bottom shell for).
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sale-PS4-Pr...252470?hash=item2366e6bab6:g:musAAOSw~oFXD7Ub
Adding levers would be a simple thing to do, relatively. It wouldn't be quite as clean as the Elite, but it would be cheaper than Scuf, you'd be the only one to blame and support for doing a crappy job and it doesn't make a direct modification to the controller other than drilling the holes for the buttons (which you can just buy an extra bottom shell for).
CornBurrito
Member
I love Playstation(R) and PlayStation(R) brand products as well OP.
GifGafIsTheBestGaf
Member
i knew it was a possibility but too bad it doesnt work on my PowerA charging dock, oh well.
damn, i hope my scuf is an exception lol
damn, i hope my scuf is an exception lol
BleedOrange
Banned
If the OT was anything to go by, yes.
Rellik
Member
I ordered one and had to wait a few months for it to return to stock. It was either produced in low quantities, or it sold really well.
RedAssedApe
Banned
hoping neo comes with a slightly upgraded ds4 with better build quality, battery life, and concave sticks
kingwingin
Member
i just checked and they said they would pass along the feedback. Not that they were looking into it.
Tho i can see sony going after the elite controller market. MS showed that there is a demand. I bet it costs a few dollars more to make but they sell it for 3x normal controller
Rellik
Member
I'll buy one if it still fits into my official Sony charge dock. I'm not using a wire to charge it.
Pestilence11
Member
I don't understand the grip although I don't go for sick no scopes with my hands slathered in butter.
mehrmantrout
Member
I've got an OG Scuf and would never go back to a standard controller.
Canklestank
Neo Member
I'd rather lose at every game I play, tbh.
I'll wait for an official Sony one, but MadCatz should think about getting into this market, especially after Rock Band.
I'll wait for an official Sony one, but MadCatz should think about getting into this market, especially after Rock Band.