I snagged this Renewed PlayStation 3 DualShock 3 Wireless Controller in Black to revive my dusty PS3 collection—think endless hours of Uncharted, Gran Turismo, and LittleBigPlanet—and it's been an absolute blast from the past! At around $20-25, this Amazon Renewed gem is a steal for anyone chasing that nostalgic grip without dropping cash on a brand-new relic. After weeks of button-mashing through marathons, it's held up flawlessly, feeling just as responsive as the originals I owned back in 2008. If you're dusting off your PS3 or gifting a retro setup, this controller is a no-brainer—highly recommend for budget gamers! What I Love: Feels Brand-New Out of the Box: Amazon's Renewed process shines here—the black plastic is pristine with no scratches, the analog sticks are smooth and centered, and all buttons (including that satisfying D-pad) click with zero mushiness. It pairs instantly via USB (included cable) and switches to wireless mode seamlessly, with a rock-solid Bluetooth connection up to 30 feet. No lag or disconnects during intense sessions, even in a crowded living room. Iconic Rumble and Battery Life: That DualShock vibration feedback is pure magic—it rumbles just right for crashes in racing games or explosions in shooters, immersing you without being overkill. The built-in rechargeable battery lasts 6-10 hours on a full charge (about 2 hours to top up), and I've gone days between plugs. Sixaxis motion controls work flawlessly for games like Flower or Metal Gear Solid 4, adding that extra layer of tilt-and-turn fun. Ergonomic Comfort for Long Plays: The grippy textured handles fit my hands like a glove (I'm a medium-sized adult), preventing slippage during sweaty co-op battles. At 7.4 ounces, it's lightweight yet substantial, and the symmetric layout feels intuitive—no thumb cramps after hours of platforming. Perfect for solo or multiplayer mayhem. Renewed Reliability and Value: For the price, it's unbeatable—cheaper than eBay finds or new-old-stock, with Amazon's 90-day guarantee. It's eco-friendly too, giving old tech a second life without compromising quality. Any Downsides? The battery isn't user-replaceable (soldered in), so if you're a heavy user, plan for occasional charging. It lacks modern features like a headphone jack (PS3 era thing), but that's nitpicking for a console-specific controller. No issues with wear so far! Final Verdict: This Renewed DualShock 3 has breathed new life into my PS3, delivering that classic Sony magic with zero compromises. It's responsive, durable, and evokes all the nostalgia without the hassle of hunting for originals. Whether you're reliving PS3 glory days or introducing kids to retro gems, this controller nails it—grab one and get back to gaming. I've already added a second to the cart for couch co-op! Read more
The seller is getting 0 stars from me because apparently none of their controllers work properly. The 1st the L2 button didn’t work, returned it they sent another one. The 2nd didn’t even work AT ALL, then to ad insult to injury on the 2nd controller they send me to return it to a play way farther than the place I had to return the 1st controller. Ridiculously frustrating 😡 Read more
Have yet to experience stick drift which is good. Read more
Great quality for the price. Only down fall doesn't come in a PS4 box. Hooks right up to the system and all buttons and functions work great. Read more
Buyer beware, i purchased two of these controllers because of how confused i was, my first controller had an issue with powering up/recharging and not turning on at all, so i submitted information for a replacement, when i got the replacement i did everything i did with the first controller, unwrapped, plugged it in with the charger that came with it, still the same issue, then i noticed the barcode on the back of the controller, theres russian language which i found interesting as an american, then it hit me, i remember going through a situation where it stressed me out and i never forgot about what i had to go through to get to the bottom of it lol, turns out i had to use a USB SONY CERTIFIED CHARGER to power this thing up, i pulled out my box of cords and dug out the ancient charger and voila! it works!, so to those out there having issues with this controller, this is most likely the reason why, hope this helps. Read more
I don’t know why so many people claim this is a fake controller, because it’s not. I tested every possible way to see if it was fake, but it isn’t. Maybe the housing that covers the components is a replacement, but the interior is not fake. This is a 100% real controller. In fact, it still has the original battery, and it holds a lot of charge! Read more
The first one I ordered had a stuck right thumbstick, like literally it would stay all the way over to the right after you let go. And the D-Pad was like it was shorted out and would send lots of quick presses across multiple directions when you'd click one direction once. I returned that one and got "an exact" replacement. The second one seemed like it was restored with way cheap thumbsticks and triggers, testing it, it'd go from 0 to 32000 (max input) in like just 20% of the full hardware travel of the stick or trigger, for all of them. And it felt way lighter than a legit DS3 and rumble did not work in any games. I suspect the rumble devices were just removed since it felt so much lighter than it should, but I did not take apart to verify. I returned the second one for a refund and gave up on this company. I'm ok with used and restored, was willing to pay for that. But they weren't willing to send me anything that was a legit DS3 that was properly restored with decent parts, which the product page makes it sounds like they're all about high standards here, so maybe I just got really unlikely with the two pieces of not properly restored items they sent me :-/ Read more
I needed a new controller for my old PS3 since I couldn’t find it. This works perfectly, I only wish the cord was longer/better quality. Read more
