Remove Ad, Sign Up
Register to Remove Ad
Register to Remove Ad
Remove Ad, Sign Up
Register to Remove Ad
Register to Remove Ad
Signup for Free!
-More Features-
-Far Less Ads-
About   Users   Help
Users & Guests Online
On Page: 1
Directory: 1 & 51
Entire Site: 7 & 942
Page Staff: pokemon x, pennylessz, Barathemos, tgags123, alexanyways, supercool22, RavusRat,
03-19-24 01:23 AM

Forum Links

Related Threads
Coming Soon

Thread Information

Views
981
Replies
5
Rating
0
Status
CLOSED
Thread
Creator
Crazy Li
03-14-13 06:41 PM
Last
Post
Crazy Li
03-16-13 10:26 PM
Additional Thread Details
Views: 388
Today: 0
Users: 0 unique

Thread Actions

Thread Closed
New Thread
New Poll
Order
 

Play Sega Controllers

 

03-14-13 06:41 PM
Crazy Li is Offline
| ID: 755757 | 435 Words

Crazy Li
Level: 84


POSTS: 1893/1945
POST EXP: 216635
LVL EXP: 5556628
CP: 4056.9
VIZ: 182075

Likes: 0  Dislikes: 0
Maybe it's just me... but I've always liked the controller design Sega had going with their 6-button Genesis controller and then later the Saturn version of that. To me, it was the perfect controller as far as its shape and button layout... very comfortable for me.

I mentioned this in a post a month or two back here on Vizzed and was told about the Play Sega USB controllers that were based on that Saturn design I liked. It seemed like it would be the perfect PC controller, so I went out and immediately ordered one.

When it came, it seemed like the best thing ever. It was only like $7 or $8 but it had everything I wanted in a controller (except maybe a select button). It was 100% plug-and-play no drivers or extra software needed. Not only did it configure to my games easily but it even matched the layout of RPG Maker so well that every button lined up correctly without configuration, making it seem like the perfect controller for that as well.

I began using it for all of my PC gaming as it seemed to serve the task very well... that is until just now. I was in the middle of playing Spiral Knights when I found my character suddenly unable to move right. This pretty much got me killed in the game. I tried unplugging and re-plugging it in and even restarting. I went to Windows Game Controllers area to test input reading... every single button and direction reads EXCEPT "right" on the d-pad. So the controller is effectively useless now.

I loved it at first but now I hate it. Even at the small price tag, I don't think it was worth buying considering how short of a lifespan it had. I don't even play video games THAT often to wear it out so easily. It's just really poorly made. I was told that Sega themselves makes this which extremely disappoints me because I expected much better from them. If this lasted maybe 5 or 6 months, I'd be satisfied, but I'm not sure if I've even had it for two yet and it's already useless.

While this may just be a fluke, I'm not really willing to take a chance on buying another and seeing if I have any better luck and I wouldn't advise anyone else take a chance on this controller. Just avoid this piece of junk and buy something else. After all, Play Sega kinda gave these things away for free, so it's hard to say how much effort they put into making them.
Maybe it's just me... but I've always liked the controller design Sega had going with their 6-button Genesis controller and then later the Saturn version of that. To me, it was the perfect controller as far as its shape and button layout... very comfortable for me.

I mentioned this in a post a month or two back here on Vizzed and was told about the Play Sega USB controllers that were based on that Saturn design I liked. It seemed like it would be the perfect PC controller, so I went out and immediately ordered one.

When it came, it seemed like the best thing ever. It was only like $7 or $8 but it had everything I wanted in a controller (except maybe a select button). It was 100% plug-and-play no drivers or extra software needed. Not only did it configure to my games easily but it even matched the layout of RPG Maker so well that every button lined up correctly without configuration, making it seem like the perfect controller for that as well.

I began using it for all of my PC gaming as it seemed to serve the task very well... that is until just now. I was in the middle of playing Spiral Knights when I found my character suddenly unable to move right. This pretty much got me killed in the game. I tried unplugging and re-plugging it in and even restarting. I went to Windows Game Controllers area to test input reading... every single button and direction reads EXCEPT "right" on the d-pad. So the controller is effectively useless now.

I loved it at first but now I hate it. Even at the small price tag, I don't think it was worth buying considering how short of a lifespan it had. I don't even play video games THAT often to wear it out so easily. It's just really poorly made. I was told that Sega themselves makes this which extremely disappoints me because I expected much better from them. If this lasted maybe 5 or 6 months, I'd be satisfied, but I'm not sure if I've even had it for two yet and it's already useless.

While this may just be a fluke, I'm not really willing to take a chance on buying another and seeing if I have any better luck and I wouldn't advise anyone else take a chance on this controller. Just avoid this piece of junk and buy something else. After all, Play Sega kinda gave these things away for free, so it's hard to say how much effort they put into making them.
Vizzed Elite
Everyone's Favorite Monkey


Affected by 'Laziness Syndrome'

Registered: 09-21-12
Location: out of this world
Last Post: 3638 days
Last Active: 1994 days

03-14-13 09:03 PM
Eirinn is Offline
| ID: 755850 | 48 Words

Eirinn
Level: 154


POSTS: 865/7900
POST EXP: 1300417
LVL EXP: 45836958
CP: 69362.7
VIZ: 1836008

Likes: 0  Dislikes: 0
Wow that's just sad. Thanks for the tip. I probably would have tried one, as I'm currently using a playstation type controller, but it can be confusing assigning anything with more than four buttons (I have trouble adjusting to using the R1 R2 etc. for more common functions).
Wow that's just sad. Thanks for the tip. I probably would have tried one, as I'm currently using a playstation type controller, but it can be confusing assigning anything with more than four buttons (I have trouble adjusting to using the R1 R2 etc. for more common functions).
Vizzed Elite
Eirinn


Affected by 'Laziness Syndrome'

Registered: 07-18-12
Last Post: 2022 days
Last Active: 2022 days

03-14-13 09:24 PM
rcarter2 is Offline
| ID: 755873 | 33 Words

rcarter2
Level: 161


POSTS: 6058/8463
POST EXP: 758515
LVL EXP: 53403981
CP: 33586.4
VIZ: 1689508

Likes: 0  Dislikes: 0
Yeah, if a controller that appeared to be that awesome was only $7-$8, I would probably just move on past. Nothing electronic that seems that good is that cheap for no reason
Yeah, if a controller that appeared to be that awesome was only $7-$8, I would probably just move on past. Nothing electronic that seems that good is that cheap for no reason
Vizzed Elite
Dominating RGR Competition Hall of Fame Table!


Affected by 'Laziness Syndrome'

Registered: 05-01-11
Location: Kansas
Last Post: 2429 days
Last Active: 738 days

03-14-13 09:36 PM
Crazy Li is Offline
| ID: 755882 | 170 Words

Crazy Li
Level: 84


POSTS: 1894/1945
POST EXP: 216635
LVL EXP: 5556628
CP: 4056.9
VIZ: 182075

Likes: 0  Dislikes: 0
rcarter2 : This is typically true... though for that price, I had to at least try it.

I know Sega released authentic Saturn USB controllers and PS2 controllers for a limited time in the past, but those are impossible to find now except for the occasional Ebay auction asking for $200+

I would never pay more than $50 for a controller, honestly and even that's a bit high for my tastes. I don't believe quality needs to be THAT expensive.

A lot of people recommend getting an original Saturn controller and using an adapter to go to USB... but my hesitation about this is that all Saturn controllers are going to be used and could be so well-worn that I won't get much more life out of them than this... and on top of that, they're going to be $30 or more. I don't mind paying $8 for a controller that breaks in 1-2 months nearly as much as I would paying $30 and having a button wear out right away,
rcarter2 : This is typically true... though for that price, I had to at least try it.

I know Sega released authentic Saturn USB controllers and PS2 controllers for a limited time in the past, but those are impossible to find now except for the occasional Ebay auction asking for $200+

I would never pay more than $50 for a controller, honestly and even that's a bit high for my tastes. I don't believe quality needs to be THAT expensive.

A lot of people recommend getting an original Saturn controller and using an adapter to go to USB... but my hesitation about this is that all Saturn controllers are going to be used and could be so well-worn that I won't get much more life out of them than this... and on top of that, they're going to be $30 or more. I don't mind paying $8 for a controller that breaks in 1-2 months nearly as much as I would paying $30 and having a button wear out right away,
Vizzed Elite
Everyone's Favorite Monkey


Affected by 'Laziness Syndrome'

Registered: 09-21-12
Location: out of this world
Last Post: 3638 days
Last Active: 1994 days

03-16-13 07:22 PM
Lazlo Falconi is Offline
| ID: 757204 | 105 Words

Lazlo Falconi
Level: 98


POSTS: 2524/2750
POST EXP: 199963
LVL EXP: 9624456
CP: 3100.7
VIZ: 182754

Likes: 0  Dislikes: 0
Actual Saturn controllers are really sturdy, though. Mine only broke recently, and that's because it was sitting in a box with a bunch of other stuff, and something shifted and pinched the cable. I agree that it was a great design, but I don't know about the "best". For my money, you can't beat the 360 controller, but that's a different topic altogether.


Have you tried contacting the manufacturer? Sometimes hardware vendors have 30 day or so warranties, so it's at least worth a try if you haven't had it too long. Don't count it out just because it's cheap, sometimes they still have them.
Actual Saturn controllers are really sturdy, though. Mine only broke recently, and that's because it was sitting in a box with a bunch of other stuff, and something shifted and pinched the cable. I agree that it was a great design, but I don't know about the "best". For my money, you can't beat the 360 controller, but that's a different topic altogether.


Have you tried contacting the manufacturer? Sometimes hardware vendors have 30 day or so warranties, so it's at least worth a try if you haven't had it too long. Don't count it out just because it's cheap, sometimes they still have them.
Vizzed Elite
The Shake Zula


Affected by 'Laziness Syndrome'

Registered: 01-07-12
Location: Cartoon Hell
Last Post: 1372 days
Last Active: 1246 days

03-16-13 10:26 PM
Crazy Li is Offline
| ID: 757353 | 76 Words

Crazy Li
Level: 84


POSTS: 1897/1945
POST EXP: 216635
LVL EXP: 5556628
CP: 4056.9
VIZ: 182075

Likes: 0  Dislikes: 0
Lazlo Falconi : I can't do the 360 controller. I have REALLY small hands.

Anyway on topic... I got it on like ebay or Amazon or something, so no... can't contact the manufacturer. Also I doubt PlaySega actually ever had a warranty on these controllers because they literally gave them to subscribers for free (if you didn't know PlaySega, is basically a crappy version of Vizzed with only select games for some Sega systems on Java-based emulators).
Lazlo Falconi : I can't do the 360 controller. I have REALLY small hands.

Anyway on topic... I got it on like ebay or Amazon or something, so no... can't contact the manufacturer. Also I doubt PlaySega actually ever had a warranty on these controllers because they literally gave them to subscribers for free (if you didn't know PlaySega, is basically a crappy version of Vizzed with only select games for some Sega systems on Java-based emulators).
Vizzed Elite
Everyone's Favorite Monkey


Affected by 'Laziness Syndrome'

Registered: 09-21-12
Location: out of this world
Last Post: 3638 days
Last Active: 1994 days

Links

Page Comments


This page has no comments

Adblocker detected!

Vizzed.com is very expensive to keep alive! The Ads pay for the servers.

Vizzed has 3 TB worth of games and 1 TB worth of music.  This site is free to use but the ads barely pay for the monthly server fees.  If too many more people use ad block, the site cannot survive.

We prioritize the community over the site profits.  This is why we avoid using annoying (but high paying) ads like most other sites which include popups, obnoxious sounds and animations, malware, and other forms of intrusiveness.  We'll do our part to never resort to these types of ads, please do your part by helping support this site by adding Vizzed.com to your ad blocking whitelist.

×