Few moments are more exciting in a gamer’s life than when a new piece of hardware leaks. As such, many of you will probably be able to recall your mood at the exact second when photographs of the PlayStation 4’s revised controller filtered out onto the web. Unfortunately, the real unit was revealed not long after this leak, meaning that we never really got to explore the exposé. Well, until now.
Almost a year after the next-gen console’s launch, one intrepid YouTube user has managed to film a video comparing the prototype DualShock 4 to its eventual retail replacement. And while the initial appearances are largely identical, there are some minor distinctions. For example, the pre-release unit employed a d-pad similar to the PlayStation Vita, and also boasted a mini USB charging slot, as opposed to a micro USB input.
You can view the full list of changes in the video embedded below. Are there are any features present on the prototype that you wished had made it into the final version? Spot the difference in the comments section.
[source youtube.com]
Comments 7
I definitely prefer the Vita d-pad. All the cross-buy 2d platformers are easier/faster to change direction on Vita.
I'm not so sure I prefer the vita dpad myself, micro USB makes a lot more sense, how about some toughened rubber analogue sticks... oh, too late.
@SleazyC69 I agree. In fact I think it's actually the best d-pad I've used. Better than any Nintendo one even...
Thanks for sharing my video Always appreciate when it isn't chopped up and monetized by someone else hah. It's a cool thing to own
I lol'd that its proped up by a GameBoy Printer - lol i sorta like the prototipe's look
I'm not a huge fan of the new analog sticks and the fact that they are 'hollow' on the top, or how do you say that in english. It doesn't feel as nice as the old analogue sticks after a longer time of playing. Also the shortened battery life is a bummer but this is compensated by the fact you charge them when the ps4 is on standby.
And on the other hand the new shoulder buttons are a lot better and the bigger size is nice so all in all I like the new ds4 better than the old ones.
I really love the rumble, triggers, touch pad and d-pad (though the 3DS XL has my favorite d-pad) Seriously, that touchpad is so satisfying to use! especially in Destiny, Rogue Legacy and Diablo 3. Can't believe I thought it was a stupid Wii U gamepad ripoff haha! Both have their uses
Anyway, its a lot better than the DualShock 3, 360 controller or Sixaxis.
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