An interview with Cliff Bleszinski

D+PAD: "We recently got the chance to sit down with Cliff Bleszinski, Lead Designer on Gears of War 2, to ask him a few questions about his upcoming blockbuster. Read on to find out what he thinks of host advantage, Unreal Engine licensees and…the PS3 controller?"

[Imallvol7]

Lol. Ok? What did you play with before xbox controllers then?

[bomboclaat_gamer]

super nintendo? nintendo 64? are you serious. do u think the ps was the only console back then?

[PirateThom]

The N64 controller was the worse controller ever though.

Nintendo went from the near perfection (at the time) of the SNES, to the shambles of the N64 controller.

[Panthers]

The best thing about the N64 controller was the trigger.

[iNcRiMiNaTi]

well if u look at his games before gears, they were pretty much all pc games.

[rmatott]

my thoughts exactly, never played a ps system before the xbox?

[gaffyh]

"Confirmed: CliffyB is a retard"

[highdro]

cliffy is an a$$... (-_-)

[RoidRage]

When compared to other controllers the ps3's controller sucks. The original PS controller was fantastic. The dualshock controllers are sh**. The tacked on thumbsticks and R2, L2 "flaps" aren't a meticulously thought out design.

These people calling Mr. Blezinski names, need to play with a 360 controller for a couple weeks.

[DiabloRising]

I don't see all the hype about the 360 controller. The excellent, comfy form factor is marred by absolute sh!t D-Pad and face buttons.

Also, kudos to Cliffy for voicing his opinion in the worst way possible per usual. I hate the controller, imma snub 15 million possible buyers! YAY!

[Sony Rep]

Trust me...

There is nothing special about the 360 controller.

They're are both equally good and functional.

[Apocwhen]

"The N64 controller was the worse controller ever though."

You've gotta be kidding. The N64 controller is what brought us the analogue stick and force feedback.

[v1c1ous]

i dunno man. if i had to rate the PS controllers, it would be Ps2>ps3>ps1.

PS3, while too light and weird trigger placement still feels consistent enough to handle intense trigger action without awkward finger placement.

ps1, going back to it a while ago, felt kinda blocky and the triggers had a certain stiffness to it.

[No Way]

Uhm. The PS has always had competition.. even if it wasn't good competition. Ha.

[RoidRage]

With a name like Sony Rep, I imagine that people "trusting" you isn't something you see much of.

[yamamoto114]

Oh, so just because Controller B didn't exist before Controller A, means that Controller A is definitely better? WHAT KIND OF STUPID REASONING IS THAT?

Think about what you're saying, you freakin' moron. That's like saying PS3 is worse than 360 because 360 came first, which is obviously not true. You can't base a value judgment on the time when a console was released. Well okay, you can, if you want your value judgment to be based on pure idiocy.

"I HATE PLAYSTATION!" "Lol. Ok? What did you play with before 360 then?" <-- Does this make sense? NO!

You make a moronic comment.

The point of technology is to IMPROVE over time. If it doesn't IMPROVE over time then there is no growth. And saying that the old stuff is better because it's old is saying you support the suppression of technological growth. Which is STUPID. so I lol at your disagrees.

1.16: Expressing your opinion isn't arrogance. If it were, all movie, book, and game critics would be considered arrogant. Everyone would be considered arrogant. Maybe you need to learn English like Ted Price from Resistance. Oh wait, Ted Price isn't from Resistance, HE'S FROM INSOMNIAC.

Dude, seriously, WHAT IS WRONG WITH THE PEOPLE ON THIS SITE?

[aceitman]

he can sell his game without being so arrogant he is not the best out there to act like an a$$ he is going to make me change my mind on getting gears 2 the way he acts he should take an example of ted price from resistance

[dro]

shut up.. :/

[Sony Rep]

With a name like RoidRage, I can imagine the kind of games you like all fall into one category.

Casual Halo gamer.

[Monchichi025]

I feel the same exact way! I don't hate the PS3 system, (I actually want one sometime), but that DAMN control is Bloody AWFUL!!!!

It's the only thing holding me back!

[CaptainHowdy]

cements my thesis that he is a douche!

[rosebowl23]

Cliff is a major moron. Sticking to a console because of a controller? An asymmetrical controller with a broken d-pad and the worst analog triggers ever created too.

[Winter47th]

He's entitled to his own opinion, true that, but after using the PS controller for 3 generations now, a decade later I much prefer it over the 360's, my thumb got printed with an X and square.

[thewhoopimen]

There is no fundamental paradigm shift between the ps3 and 360 controllers. It's crazy how Cliffb makes such a big b1tchfest comparing controllers that are essentially almost the same minus the case sizes.

Yes you can argue they are different... but face it, its not different in the n64, wii, or snes sense. These two controllers designs are pretty much off the original ps1 design with some gyro motors and a bigger case/heft. It all comes down to how big your hands are.

@V1cious all the Ps3 these days come with the dualshock controllers which are almost as heavy as the 360. My friend and I don't really differentiate between the two, except for maybe the triggers when shooting and dpad when fighting.

[Tarasque]

I agree Cliff, The ps3 controller needs some reworking IMO. The main thing i hate is the analog sticks are to close together and i cant keep my thumbs on this sticks, i have to reset my thumbs in the middle of the sticks all the time. And i hate the r2 and l2 flaps, i mean really flaps come on. And the controller feels cheap and to lightweight. But the d-pad on the ps3 controller owns that's really the only good point about it.

[IdleLeeSiuLung]

PS3 has great hardware, but the one thing that irks me is their controller. I used to love both the PS1 and PS2 controller since virtually all other controllers had poor design. However, MS controller is far the best (sans the crappy d-pad) I used (except for the big ass controller for the original Xbox they got rid of).

The triggers are well placed and the analog stick has good response. The PS3 controller is too small for my average sized hands. I cramp up after a while and the analogs are too loose. Now all of this is subjective, but one thing is for sure the PS3 controller wasn't designed with ergonomics in mind. The 360 is the one controller that I can play for hours without cramping....

Now all the Sony fanboys will disagree with me... but I don't care.

[prowiew]

Of course. His baby is published by microsoft. Probably got paid by msft. Ive probably would make the same comments y $$$$ is involved. yeah im a sellout. Truly, who cares what a developer says. Its just his opinion and thats fine. IMO i dont like the ps3 controllers for fps, but that probably have to do with playing more fpss on my 360. When i pick up the ps controller to play resistance it feels awkward, but within days it feels normal.

[ape007]

he's right

I played cod 4 on ps3 and it controlles worse than 360's controller

on ps3,the aiming is much worse,especially in uncharted

games like god of war,dmc and fighting games in general work much better on ps3

I really wish that sony make a new fps specific controller to PLAY THE FRIIGIN R2 AND KILLZONE 2

QUICK SONY

[masterg]

There are two things that can be said without a doubt.

1. The 360 controler is better for shooting games. (the only thing Cliff works on)
2. The PS3 controler is better for everything else.

[xhairs9]

I don't see what you're getting at. The L2 & R2 buttons, sure they flap, I think it feels a bit more realistic, but in no way does that hinder gameplay in my eyes. R1 is the trigger for almost every game, which that being said, it doesn't flap. So what's your point?

Should guns use straight triggers or should they flap?

[ape007]

you are right man

turok 1,2 goldeneye,perfect dark

all them controlles flawlessly

call me crazy

and have bubbles

[uie4rhig]

Don't EVER say that you don't 'create a game for a console because of the controller'... EVER.. or anything similar..

and fanboys shouldn't say that they don't like the controller 'which is why they don't own it'..

coz that is THE MOST pathetic reason I HAVE HEARD IN MY WHOLE LIFE !!

[Amnesiac]

Actually the controllers arent equal. The 360 controller has a vastly inferior Dpad...

gg 360 if youre into fighting games.

and LOL @ the lame ass "triggers" on the 360 controller...L1 and R1 FTMFW.

The only time the PS3 controller annoys me is when developers are morons and they program the weapon fire to R2 or L2...MORONS

[Jake1111]

The 360 has better triggers because they are shaped like a gun trigger. Therefore your fingers dont slide off

The PS3s triggers are not shaped like a gun trigger and are formed like a contact lense which makes it easy for your fingers to slide off.

This is something I though Sony would correct for dual shock but to my "SHOCK" they didnt.

The controller itself on the PS3 is better though. It fits nicer in your hands. Just need to fix the triggers and it will be perfect.

Regardless. I still prefer playing the PS3 as I love the exlusives.

Jake

[thebudgetgamer]

not everyone can be as cool as ted price

[Anton Chigurh]

I hate PS3 control . you can't even move your character easily like the 360 does especially in FPS

I wish if I can use my xbox control to play RFOM or Maybe KZ2

[Bnet343]

Xbox 360 controller is good for shooters. Only thing bad is the DPAD, bad for fighting games. PS3 controller sucks ass for shooters, its hard for me to aim and the triggers are the worst, devs don't even use the triggers for shooting, but its perfect for everything else.

[Blakzhuk]

Look at all you ps3 fanboys in this thread going crazy because of Cliffy's opinion on a controller. You are a sad group of console owners. Very sad.

[airheadluffy]

if you hate a console for its controller you got problems. i understand that you dont like the controller, but thats not a good reason to not play game on its system.

if you use the controller as a reason not to buy a console then you are hopeless. only idiots would say such nonsense. i mean cmon as long as it works it doesnt matter how it set up.

[kitzuki]

the onlything stopping the 360 controller from being the best controller is the D pad it completely turns me away from saying its the best
and i swear if another person tells me to buy a arcade stick to play fighting games .......

[BabyStomper5000]

"The N64 controller was the worse controller ever though."

You're forgetting the gamecube. At least with the N64 controller you could sit further than 5 feet away from your console.

[LastDance]

now....lets get one thing straight....im no historian or comparitive scientist....But the ps3 controller has every part of it funtioning, and funtioning well. the the 360 D-pad is next to useless.

......do the math?

[P4KY B]

The 360 controller feels like an extension of my mind.

[DARK WITNESS]

well i own a ps3, but for a long time i didn't want to get one. i was going to get a ps2, until i played with an xbox.

i like the ps3, but i still don't like the controller... especially not for FPS games. I just find it very uncomfortable.

Still, just my thoughts.. Now i am going to duck behind the sofa and watch the raging flame war to come.

This is not going to go down well !

[Stryfeno2]

I agree...I can't stand the PS analogs...They are to close together.

[rosebowl23]

i personally dislike the 360 controller. it asymmetrical, the analog triggers are horrible, and the d-pad is broken. otherwise its fine, but the ps3 controller feels like its floating in my hands. i prefer it greatly.

[NegativeCreepWA]

The 360 controller was built for shooters the ps3 controller wasn't. So I like the 360 controller more.

[flOw]

Xbox controller is good for those who have big and fat hands...

[mfwahwah]

Honestly, I feel the same way, but vice versa. The 360 controller is a main reason I don't own a 360, and when I'm playing PS3 it feels like I'm not even holding a controller half the time.

That's probably due to playing with that controller design for a decade though...

[ape007]

360 controller is much more comfortable

I truly feel like I grab something and play

[thebudgetgamer]

but for a dev to basicly say since i don't like the controller so screw you 15 million ps3 owners is wrong

[airheadluffy]

you are an absolute idiot or a fanboy. what idiot would say that he wont buy a console because of its controller? thats like saying i wont buy a certain tv because i dont like how its remote is setup. i mean it still works basically the same.

[BabyStomper5000]

Both the controllers are better suited for different kinds of games. But if you really wanted to you can get one of these: http://www.ps3vault.com/ps3...

and @thebudgetgamer: You forgot about the 120 million PS2 owners on top of that.

[Deviant]

leave him alone. there is just nothing else left to criticize.

[INehalemEXI]

I hate the L2 and R2 buttons on the PS3 controller especially R2 because they can't withstand my muscular finger. They either break after awhile or start sticking. Warhawk (CTF) is the game that causes such frequent, frenzied use of R2.

I also hate the D-Pad on 360. The perfect controller for me would be the DS3 with modified triggers.

A PCPS360 Hybrid Controller Madcatz or some periphial company should make this it would rock.

[va_bank]

I have 410 hours in Warhawk (half of it flying) and still have my original sixaxis. But I do agree that the L2, R2 buttons could have been implemented better.

[mfwahwah]

If you want a PCPS360 controller, then I can recommend you part of it. It's a PCPS3 controller:

http://gear.ign.com/article...

It's probably the closest thing you'll find, and with a 9.1 from IGN, I'd think it's a pretty good thing to settle for. I've never tried it though (not big on FPS, but I'm opening up to them).

[Sony Rep]

"Special"

How smart is it...saying you won't develop for the PS3 because of the fccking controller!?

XBOX wont be ahead forever. Then what?

Prepare to blackballed, b@tch.

[RealityCheck]

The more he talks the less respect I have for him. Really, he has nothing to gain from saying things like this. Each controller has its flaws, not to consider a console just because of that is kind of silly.

[ohnoTheRancor]

my thoughts exactly!

and if CliffyB is gonna go all "company man" for Microsoft, i'm not sure MS really wants this guy as a mouthpiece for their company.

[Gothdom]

This category mainly consists of

-Itagaki
-Dyack
-Bleszinski

Look at how they are all making MS exclusives.

[mfwahwah]

Also, can't Cliffy here just, oh I don't know... not play the PS3 version? Just watch someone else play it for him?

Honestly, he doesn't build the game on his own, so why does he want to shun a system because of HIS controller preferences.

If I was a game dev, I wouldn't give 2 ****s about the controller I prefer. I'd be more concerned with making a game that the most people possible could enjoy. I always thought that was the point of making games, but people like Cliffy and Gabe Newell certainly contradict that. Nomura too, but I haven't heard him insult/shun a system; I may just have missed that though.

[PirateThom]

Pro tip: The PS3 is compatible with a number of third party controllers... or, I dunno, mouse and keyboard, Clifford?

[INehalemEXI]

Indeed K+M owns 4 FPS and TPS.

[Destructor]

I agree with you Cliffy. That's why all the good developers are working with Microsoft and Nintendo.

[Drealmcc0y]

well the 360 controller is better
but the PS3 controller is good aswell

[dachiefsman]

i prefer the 360, but have no qualms with using a PS3 controller.

The 360 controller needs and better directional pad, and the PS3 needs to have more resistance with each of their thumbsticks.

[Wildarmsjecht]

I guess we're completely opposite. I've had a sense of disdain towards the 360 controller but at the same time I played with it well enough. The only controller that I couldn't stand and could not play with was the Big Bertha original Xbox controller. The DS3 actually works very well with me. Guess the anatomy comes into play when using controllers.

[PS360PCROCKS]

I agree. I prefer the Xbox controller for my hands. I'm not a fan of the r1 and r2, they make my wrists hurt, their kinda awkward. Especially on shooting games.

[Destructor]

Wait a second, did Cliffy say that Heavenly sword was great?

ahahahahah ahahahahah ahahahahaha

He was probably being sarcastic.

[Bots Of A Feather Fl]

hahahaha

[Veryangry_xbot]

Dont you remember?

He outright BASHED 3rd60s controller. What he is doing now, is called damage control. His game is almost out and he cant risk angering xbots.

This is the last time he has to kiss xbot asses though, because Gears of wars 3 is coming for the PS3 too. And Cliffy will then stop kissing xbots asses.

It really DOES suck to be an xbot, people.

Dont forget folks. Cliffy also said he loves the Blu Ray player in the PS3. Clearly, Cliffy owns a PS3 at home. Even Cliffy knows that it sucks to be an xbot!

[Pain]

Might have to do with that Xbox Controller is MENT for FPS/Shooters and PS3's is ment for EVERYTHING ELSE..and since XBOx 2 is a FPS/Shooter console nothing new there Cliffy-B.

[dro]

im sure if ms paid him 1mill to say that the ps3 graphics are like the ps2 he will say it...!!!! (-_-)

[green]

I was really disappointed to find out that Sony was not going for a re designed dualshock controller for the PS3.The analog sticks are placed in a far less optimal position than the 360's controller and are way to soft.

I prefer the addition of triggers replacing the L2 and R2 but they still feel tacked on and awkwardly placed.

The PS3 controller only scores top marks for its fantastic D-pad.Apart from that i really don't like it.Personally i feel they should have gone with a new design.

[Final_Rpg]

I'm the only one that likes the triggers:(:(:(:(:( Poor triggers...

[Mwaan]

Just move that left analog stick to a more comfortable position. Everybody copies everybody. There's no shame in doing it.

[SplatterU]

There will be a statement retracting this within a day.....where he will say it was taken out of context.

[Brixxer600]

I hated the PS3 controller when i first got the machine but use it for a while and you get used to it, Dualshock3 is far better than the standard Sixaxis though.

[Final_Rpg]

Well I f*cking hate gears of war, so I guess it's all even then?

[bomboclaat_gamer]

u dont need to be carrying on like that either. it makes u no better than cliffy. plus u have no shares in sony lol

[Final_Rpg]

I have no shares in Sony? How do you know that?;)
Yeah I know... I've gotta control the RAGE, I've got to be the better man!

I don't see what the big problem is with the DS3 though... People say they don't like the triggers yet I've seen them utilized in an effective way. Take resistance as an example... I loved that tap to quick select and hold down to open up the weapons menu. It was so comfortable and natural. Another complaint is that the triggers are a bit slippy. How much grease do you gamers have on your hands??!! I know us gamers hands are usually lubed up when we're not gaming(for private time) but jeez get some hygiene:P. If it's that much of an issue you can buy some of those inverted trigger adapters for the controller. There, problem solved.

Cliff, you may be a great developer but that doesn't make you any less of a fanboy:). Maybe he's holding the DS3 upside down? It'd allow his statement to make some sense.

EDIT: Also, what the hell does his dislike for the PS3 controller have to do with developing games for the PS3? Just saying...

[PotNoodle]

I suppose its just a personal preference, the xbox controller feels so un-natural to me. Its a nice controller though, i've just grown to love the playstation controller over the many, many years of it.

[Bots Of A Feather Fl]

This guy talks about the Ps3 more so than any other Developer,he must secretly want a job at Sony.

[Nintendo Rep]

NO, he doesn't want to get out a shıtty company giving him green to a shıttıer one. He wants to get into Nintendo.

[Meus Renaissance]

All those PS2 and PS1 owners, 120million plus, disagree with you Cliffy. They liked their consoles fine enough

[PS360PCROCKS]

Me. my brother. my co-workers and friends don't and we all had PS2's. They're both perfectly fine when you get used to them, the PS controller just feels small to me and makes my hands cramp especially when trying to reach the triggers (r1,L1 etc) I still play with it though, otherwise my ps3 wont work, lol just no shooters

[Meus Renaissance]

You don't need to love every single aspect of a console to like owning it. Cliffy is saying he doesn't really play the system because of the controller, I don't think you or your friends ignored your Playstation consoles

[v1c1ous]

and aside from the crappy dpad, i think the 360 controller is the one that feels more natural in my hands.

[green]

I was one of those PS1/Ps2 owner who simply adored the dualshock.The dualshock was amazing when all the games we had were fighting games,adventure,racing,sports and platformers and zero FPS/TPS.

Then post Halo and then the massive influx of FPS onto consoles and flawed position of the analog sticks on the dualshock became glaringly obvious.

The 360 controller is head and shoulders better than the PS3 controller when it comes to FPS/TPS and racing games and only looses to the dualshock 3 when fighting games are involved.

[JohnnyMann420]

Sorry but the controller has been basically the same since the first Dual Shock controller.

I was a big fan of Sony's controller from the beginning because it reminded me of the Super NES controller back in the day (the layout etc)

This guy is being a drama queen.

[SplatterU]

what do you expect, hes under bill gates wing.

[vincentvegawchz]

I LOVVVEEEE MY PS3, HATTTE the Controller, if you play for extended periods of time, your bottom 2 fingers go to sleep, my finger also slips off of the trigger (r2) (l2) and its annoying, plus you never know if a game is going to use r1 or r2 and the fire button! ANNOYING

[heyheyhey]

3rd party controllers? Kb/M?

it seems people forget this factor all too quickly, there are plenty of 3rd party controllers for the PS3 that feature both sixaxis and rumble.... and a lot of them are pretty cheap

[bomboclaat_gamer]

if he hates it thats his opinion. i dont hate it. i had a ps2 and found no problems with it. i love the 360 controler tho. but its just what ur used to and what u prefer. he dont need to be carrying on like that tho.

[Zip]

who cares? I hate the xbox controller, does that make me special?

[Bots Of A Feather Fl]

Since we're not hiring at the moment,please leave your resume next to the Garbage bin,I assure you we'll go over it once we have an opening

[nonAsianDroid]

as you can see all us droids want to sleep with cliffy B as you can tell through our love for the media concering cliff.

as me myself and Sir ken.

[Lionsguard]

Yeah the controller is horrible...must be why it's lasted 3 generations right? If it ain't broke don't fix it.

[PirateThom]

I don't find the 360 or PS controller to be that good.

I prefer the PS3 controller for the simple reason: Shape of the analogues.

I don't actually rest my thumbs on top of them, I tend to push and pull them from the sides, the convex PS sticks, tend to cut in to my thumbs less. Both controllers are, at least, usuable.

[ezcex]

im glad you xbox 360 owners like big things in your A$$

[heyheyhey]

and we hate you.... arrogant prick

[DavidMacDougall]

Iv always hated the boys teeth and his tongue they dont work together

[cliffbo]

this sort of thing is getting so obvious now it's not even funny. from now on i urge PS3 fans to note that when the press starts churning out negative crap about the PS3, there is always a big game or great news for PS3 in the offing... in this case it's LBP followed by MS2 and RFOM2. it's no good saying 'but it's a dev' think about how he was questioned. there are so many journalist now that manipulate their intervewees in such a way to get what they want. i always feel good when this sort of thing happens now, it means something great is coming to PS3.

[Agent002]

Of course something good is coming.
That's the only explanation.

[Solid_Snake]

people will prefer certain things; i've never liked any of the Xbox controllers. They're bulky and the D-Pad is AWFUL. I personally think the D-Pad problems on the 360 outweigh the PS3's trigger. I've never had a problem with the PS controller's trigger. But again, this is just my preference.

[PS3n360]

with the thumb sticks where they are its kinda like rolling a joint when your using both of them. Seriously though i prefer the 360 pad but its really a personal thing, I didnt mind the ps controllers on ps1 and ps2 but I had smaller hands in those days, now i find they dig into my palms and the triggers are too slippery. Ps controller is better for driving and sports games 360 pad is better for shooters. I have both so I just choose games geared for the controller.

[Fishy Fingers]

Well a few months ago he was slagging off both controllers, referring to them as "space ships" I think, he believes there are far to many buttons and they're not "pick up and play" enough for the masses.

Either way, controllers are a matter of preference, I can use either just fine.

[andron]

It's too big and heavy, and the D pad is bad. I don't like the triggers on the 360 controller either.

I guess it comes down to preference and ergonomics...

[PirateThom]

Not sure why you got a disagree for this...

Everyone has different shaped hands, different sized hands, their hand's resting positions are different, all of which will reflect which controller they prefer.

2nd Protip: Just because you think one controller is the best controller EVER, doesn't make it true.

[BlackTar187]

1.D-Pad is so bad its a slap in the face
2. the RB is a pain
ps
1.loose grip when I need to over scrolll sometimes never happens to me on 360/xbox cuz of the divets(But 360 divets annoyed my fingers at first)

Anyone on this thread that complains about l1 and r1 should also note 360 RB and Lb are in the same area and also feel the same for me when i side by side them but to each there own.

[cpuchess]

I agree that the Xbox controller is better. I have both systems and the PS3 controller feels too tiny, though I don't hate it.

[qwertyuiopasdfghjkl]

I click on N4G this morning and see the article title *Cliff Bleszinski: "I HATE the f*cking PS3..*

I was like OH SHI! Flame War! ...

[AllseeingEye]

A 360 dev has something negative to say about the PS3. Stop the presses!!

[Bots Of A Feather Fl]

Insomniac have recently opened a new Development studio,if they're in need of Janitorial services then I will pass your resume along to them

[Shane Kim]

Hahahha, I really thin that's where Cliff Bleszinski belongs.

[Blink_44]

I hate this guy.

[Tacticity]

The PS3 contoller has always been the same controller the PS uses. And the way this f#cking guy is talking he has no idea at all. If there is a controller that is a peace of s#it its deffantly the xbox one, Just take a look at there controller its a joke.

[nycredude]

That is the problem with the gaming industry these days. Too many loud mouth fanboy idiots making videogames!!

OMG I hate the controller that is why i won't make games for the PS3! Give me a f'ing break!!

[UnwanteDreamz]

LMAO because the sony controllers are the most liked in the history of gaming. Polls taken always have the sony controllers on top. Fanboys r funny.

[running rampid]

it all comes down to personal preference. i don't hate the ps3 controller, it's great, but the r2 and l2 buttons become a pain in the a$$ in fps games for example. offtopic: anyone read the preview of gears 2 from the original source of this story? sounding awesome!

[Bots Of A Feather Fl]

Ahh,to be a Sony employee is marvelous,you will enjoy the benefits of lack of flops in the workplace

[tehReaper]

I suppose Lair and Haze don't ring a bell. You should know those games quite well. You're obsessed with FLOPS! That's all you comment about.

[Toolster]

Wait a min a lead designer of 360 games HATES the PS3 well im shocked to the core.

End sarcasim.

[qwertyuiopasdfghjkl]

Every PS3 owner will edit his quote...

"I don't really play on 360 - I HATE the f*cking hardware! I love XBL, I think there are some great games for the 360; I think Gear's great, Halo was great, but right now I'll always play on the PS3 with LBP, Killzone2, Socom, and Resistance. I feel very comfortable with the PS3. I like the hardware!"

[Toolster]

Im a PS3 owner and I think you are spot on.

Have some bubbles

(b4 I get roasted I wiould like to point out I also have a 360)

[DJ]

The Dual Shock 3 is about as perfect as game controllers get. The soft analogue triggers are easy on the fingers as well. My only complaint with the 360 controller is that the L1 and R1 buttons are just a tad too slim. But other than that, it's great as well.

[Sony Rep]

Reply if you want me.

[PS360PCROCKS]

ever think he is saying he is comfortable with where he is at now because he is making a xbox exclusive? dur!

[jojo319]

I could personally care less what he thinks. However if his opinions are meaningless, then so are everyone else's in this post

[ManOfPopsicle]

Xbox360 > Wii > PS3

[Blink_44]

PS3 > Wii > 360

:)

[THE TERMINATOR]

F@ckin Xturds

[felidae]

who approved this sh1t?

it's always a matter of taste and if Cliff likes the 360 controller more it's ok. it won't change that i always prefered the Playstation controller. i think the sticks are better for aiming in shooters and the d-pad is better for fighting games.

[DA_SHREDDER]

So the only reason why he doesn't make ps3 games is because of the controllers? Get bent Cliffy B. First off, thats the lamest excuse not to make a game for a console. Why don't you just admit that you're just not talented enough to work on the sophisticated PS3 hardware? Also, IM pretty sure everyone is just fine that you don't make games for the ps3. Its not like you have a game of AAA status that we would buy a ps3 just to play your game. Oh yeah, and just so you know cliffy, the ps3 has access to controllers look look and feel like 360 controllers. But you wouldn't know that because Im sure you never looked considering the message you put in this article.

[Captain Tuttle]

Is there really a 3rd party controller that mimics the 360's? I think Logitech makes one but if I remember it's still not close enough for me.

[DARK WITNESS]

can you let me know which controller your talking about. I'll go and order it if it really does have all the Analog sticks and buttons like the 360.

[DA_SHREDDER]

Don't even act like you would go and buy a ps3 just for a controller. Nice try troll.

[DARK WITNESS]

@ DA_SHREDDER

ok, i don't usually go for the personal attacks on this site, but you Sir are a fool.

what makes you think i don't already have a PS3 ?

you can view my profile my PSN ID is on there.

I was asking a simple question, you said you can get PS3 controllers designed like the 360 pad. i have not seen any that have the analogue sticks in the same position as the 360, so i was asking you were i could get one... and you say i am trolling...

at least i can say i have both consoles and can view the subject from both sides perspectives and know what everyone is talking about.

i have never hidden the fact that i like my 360 more, but as i said i do like the ps3, the controller is my biggest dislike... and fools like you who give ps3 fans a bad name. The only trolling being done here is yours.

[does this username m]

....talk is cheap mr.blezinski,make sure your upcoming game is great before you railing on the competitors console,'cause whilst Gears 2 will sell great;it's gameplay isn't guaranteed to be great.

[monkey602]

This guy never acts very "professional" does he?! he's always got something stupid to say.

Love Gears
Hate Cliffy B

[Parapraxis]

Is irrelevant.
He's a game developer.
He makes games to make mony.
Making games on one console over another due to how much you like a controller would be bull, and of course it is.

I'm sure his disdain for the PS3 controller has little to nothing to do with why he only develops for MS. He's at liberty to say what ever stupid things he wants about Sony or Nintendo or their respective products. Why? Well he's paid by MS. His cheques are signed by them. It'll have no consequences right now what he says about the competition.

When MS & Cliffy's contract expires/ends/whatever, he may regret some of his stupid statements however.

[pp]

Millions do also

[Drekken]

I bet you ms has more hate than sony you freakin muppet.

[TheDeadMetalhead]

HAHAHA! POOR XBOT!! HE'S BEEN PUSHED TO A CORNER AND NOW ALL HE HAS TO SAY IS "I HATE THE F**KIN' PS2"!!! IT'S PRICELESS!! PRICELESS I TELL YOU!!!!

MWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHHAHAHAH AHHAHAHAHAHAHA SPACE INVADERS SHOEBOX BANDAID!!!!

[Kyo]

The 360 controller has a slightly better grip (if you don't have girly hands) and its triggers work better, but other than that the PS3 controller owns... Buttons, analog sticks, orientation, weight, USB re-chargeablility... All these go for the PS3 controller.

[PureGamer]

Cliffy B > Monkey

Come on how funny is it to see him anger the fanboys haha

You in the lbp beta yet?

[monkey602]

Fanboy?? Now Scotty you know that aint true

nope not in the Beta. I give up trying. Unless IGN send me a key in the next day or two I wont be in it either. What do you think of it?

[Captain Tuttle]

I actually agree with him...it's too small and the stick placement drives me nuts. The "triggers" are a joke as well in my opinion. It's the only thing holding me back from getting a PS3...well that and the price.

[BlackTar187]

Sorry. You could leave it at price and thats acceptable unless you say your 15 and your first system was 360. People forever have said ohh ps controllers kick ass and there the best now the 360 is in town and its ohh ps controllers are the only thing holding it back. Give me a break people get a life stop hating to hate it brings early death.

[Captain Tuttle]

The sad part is I think you're serious.

[Crazywhitie]

The PS3 Controller is just a little to small, if they would make it a little bigger, not much i'd play more games on it

[Scotracer]

Best controller ever would be:

-Xbox 360 shape/triggers/bumpers
-DS3 D-pad and pressure sensitive face buttons
-Wiimote motion sensing capabilities

;)

[Nintendo Rep]

or just the Wii-mote alone is good enough for me.

[beavis4play]

i never cared for the 360 controller. it doesn't fit my hands as good as the dualshock. but it just comes down to individual preference.

[joevfx]

the second one is good, cause they ripped off the playstation controller and just added a little to it. BLizinski is a moron. i will never listen to a deveolper blast the PS3, cause the Gods of developers, Cyrtek, said they are all about the PS3 and the upcoming PS4.

[joeynox]

on the main page all I was able to see was he hates the ps3 then when i loaded it it said ps3 controller and was like well so do I. Its not a bad thing but a user opinion. I always hated the ps controller especially the bottom sticks. I didnt hate it enough to stop me from buying a system. but the dream cast controller was like the size of the wii and that was really bad

[Shane Kim]

Hi, I'm Cliff Bleszinski, I have to blame the PS3 CONTROLLER!! in order to cover up my idiocy.

[PirateThom]

Oh, Mr. Kim, you are simply terrible!!

^-^

[Parapraxis]

Cliff Bleszinski: "I love the Blu-ray player"

[MaximusPrime]

Simply because xbox360 is a fps console. Ps3 is different. It has many variety of games, type of controller is not an issue. Thats why i prefer ps3.

[LONEWOLF231]

I had a 360 and all i can say is that there is nothing special of the 360 controller IF you are a true gamer you can adapt pretty much to any controller in the market. And the WHOLE controller hate is only and excuse for his inability to code for the PS3.

[schmeidenkamp]

its so unprofessional for the 'professionals' to talk sh!t on eachother.
how can he say he absolutely hates the PS controller? i think its the most comfortable gaming controller ive ever used.

[No Way]

I agree.. partly. I don't hate the PS controllers, but I don't love them, either. To me, the 360(and xbox1) controllers are much more comfortable. But, that's just my preference. Neither controller is bad by any standards.

But, the two biggest things for me with the PS controllers are the positioning of the analogs and the controller size. I can deal with the analogs, but I wish they'd make the controllers a tad bit bigger. I have big hands, that's one of the reasons I prefer the 360 controller.

The only controller I've actually hated was the N64's controller. Ha.

[she00win99]

this guy will shut up after resistance 2 will be released

[UnwanteDreamz]

Doubt he is smart enough to shut his farce hole.

[caffman]

thats only because gears is out the same day and he will have to go and start Gears 3!

[FwanK]

sigh... The king of fanboyism...

[Sheddi]

hmm I wonder what happens if he doesnt like his friends mailboxes.

[Radiodread]

I had a ps2 for awhile and enjoyed the heavy feel to it and it worked out for Onimusha and GTA. But the ps3 controller now is SOO damn light it feels like you can break it if you sqeezed to hard you can't deny that, but I guess rumble is coming back..whenever that is. That's why I prefer the 360 controller. Perfect for FPS's and other games. It just feels A LOT better than the ps3 controller.

[BlackTar187]

I had the same problem with the Six Axis only I actually y hated it not enough to not buy a system like some of these corporate tag alongs but it was awful i order the DS3 from PlayAsia.Com and never looked back.

but I don't care I pick up the 360 controller and i'm ready to go i switch to PS and I'm ready to go my brains is multi function and multi purpose I can adapt and get past small stuff. Which is funny how bad the market is becoming like a texas beauty Pagent its sad I'm losing my love for NEW NEWS. Now I'm to the point of little 18 and under kids running around with there i'm better then you are crap its distubing. You guys have any idea how bad games can become if your little short sided and opniated bias opinions actually happen.(This little rant is not pointed at the above just thought I would let it go : 0)

[PimpHandStrong]

the dude is playing that fanboy card to get some hype

i have never had a problem with any controler! Im a human and my brain allows my fingers to learn!

[militant07]

but can your brain understand that he said it " I hate it " NOT " I can't play used to it".

[tehReaper]

Gears 2 doesn't need anymore hype.

[Shane Kim]

Q: "GOW2 is coming out at the key point in the year, and it’s probably fair to say its 360’s biggest game this winter. Given the fact that you are going head-to-head with Resistance 2, what is the one key thing you would say to someone who is making a single buying choice this year? Why should it be Gears 2?"

A: "Because I think it’s really a perfect example of playing through an interactive movie."

Now where are all those MGS4 is an interactive movie comments?

[UnwanteDreamz]

The irony will be lost on all the 12year old xbots.

[caffman]

not movie with a couple of gaming bits jammed in there. And before you say I've never played it. Wrong, I own a copy

[pushergreen]

I thought it was just to play, pause, stop your movie erm game mgs4. The ps3 controller is really a pos, hopefully we can all buy a redeigned unit for the third time because we all know third time is a charm :)

[The Dark Side]

Microsoft is paying him all that money to keep his precious Gears of War inclusive. So now he going to be hoe and talk about the PS3. f**k him and his Gears of War. Resistance 2 is going be much better anyway.

[FwanK]

Resistance 2 will eat alive gears of war 2

[Sitdown]

Anyhow...after going from SNES, to N64, then to dreamcast, and eventually the original xbox........I did not like playing with the ps2 controller when I finally got a ps2. Then I got a xbox 360...and loved the controls, but guess what......after playing through GOW 1 and 2 on my ps3, and then a weekend full of Resistance......I can say that both feel comfortable to me.......the only thing I prefer is the 360's bumper and triggers over the dual shocks R1, R2, L1, and L2 set up......and I think on GOW 1 I might have worn out my R2 button.

[Blakzhuk]

ooooh, Cliffy talked about my precious playstation 3...now I hate him.

LOL

Get a life!

[micro_invader]

So a guy hates the ps3 controller, that's news? The only thing this does is start a useless flame war.

[PS3Freak]

love the ps3 controller

[Enterprise-E]

I hate the 360 controller as well. Can I make the news now? As one person said the PS Controller must suck so bad that it has been used for 3 generations. Just an matter of opinion Ciffy B.

[firelogic]

Why is it that we know so much about the backend of games nowadays? Message boards are always arguing about the heads of the big 3 console makers, what Kojima said, what Itagaki says, what Igarashi says, what Bleszinski says, what Newell says, what Carmack says, what Jaffe says, the list goes on and on. Back in the day all we knew was the name on the console and the games we played. There's too much extraneous crap now with little to no gaming. Who gives a crap about the PR crap the company spokespeople spew out? Who cares about the opinion of a game developer. Jesus people, let's get back to gaming and stop this idiotic banter!

[LeonSKennedy4Life]

Honestly, Clif.

You can use a keyboard and mouse for almost every FPS on the PS3.

What are you whining about?

[BigKev45]

Cliff is the man.

[Sony Rep]

"Cliff is the man in bed."

[Mc187]

Owned

[borgome]

Definition: Frequent, loose, and watery bowel movements.

[xtreampro_REVENGE!]

this Queer Bla-sh1t-mark can STHU!, and he already said that developing for the PS3 is way over his competence, in other words what i said about 360 developers being too lazy to use new hardware has been confirmed by this dumbass!, and he proved that he's too dumb and lazy to make use of the CELL, and he also proved in that same statement that his too dumb and dosen't know how to use the CELL, AND IN THAT SAME STATEMENT!...he proved that he likes outdated baby-beginners hardware, so YEAH! he owned himself, HAHAHAHHAHAHA LMAO!!

[ali312]

This guy is a jackass, no sorry let me re-phrase he's a total retard, to 'dis' the PS3 controller. The controller evolved from what was the most popular console ever. I have used the Xbox controller and must admit it is pretty good but the Ps3 is good as well. To say he wont develop a game on a console based on a controller is very silly and pathetic

[Delive]

I would think that would mean he would not play on the controller. I would think he would still seek money from those who have no problem mastering the PS control scheme. Not play favorites over a controller. But that's his baby. I can't tell him how to raise it.

[specialguest]

The PS3 controller is not that bad once you get used to it.

[Marceles]

lol...anyone else find it ironic that there's an "I HATE the ps3 controller but love the 360 controller" article in D-PAD magazine?

[fafoon]

Just like the Xbox 360

[I Make Stuff Up]

I can't wait to hear the tune he sings when the UE becomes (completely) outdated.

[DA_SHREDDER]

Just listen to last weeks N4G podcast. Nuff said.

[damnwrx]

!

[Time_Is_On_My_Side]

When talking about the directional-pad (D-Pad) I find the PlayStation 3 / Nintendo controllers to navigate more correctly. I have big hands and for first person shooters I can use both the PlayStation 3 and XBOX 360 just fine. I just can't use the XBOX 360 for fighting games because I use the D-Pad to fight no the analog stick.

As for the PlayStation 3's trigger buttons people must be pressing them too hard. I find both the XBOX 360 and PlayStation 3 to work just fine and technically speaking the XBOX 360's controller is similar to the Dramcast's.

Cliff Bleszinski is an idiot for saying he hates the PlayStation 3 for the controller. He's worse than Gabe from Valve Cooperations. The more I hear Cliff talk the more I think he's scared that Insomniac will beat him in sales and reviews. So attacking the controller is all that's left, lol.

[juuken]

Exactly.
It sounds as if he's running scared or something.

[Time_Is_On_My_Side]

What I find odd is that people are complaining that the analog sticks are too close together. In order for you to use them like that in a first person shooter you must be strafing right and turning left sharply depending on if you have the invert or not on. Even with that said my thumb is never that far because I'm always ready to press buttons as well. I use the tips on my thumbs not the middle of my thumbs, lol.

[juuken]

Yeah, exactly.
I can play a FPS with a PS3 controller with no problems. It's just plain stupid really.

[Jamaicangmr]

So this is his reason for workin on Gears on the Xbox360? Come on cliffy are you serious? It's not that big of a deal i expect better from you.

[Aclay]

I seriously don't get it. Why the heck does the PS3 controller get so much hate? I mean, the Playstation controller design has been around for 13 years+ and the overrall design really hasn't changed that much at all.. Did Cliffy B. not play on a Playstation console before now or what? Anyone that's a gamer his age more than likely has played on some sort of Playstation console whether it was a PS1, PS2 or on both.

I love the Playstation controller design. The Xbox 360's controller is basically designed for shooters, but the PS3 controller is good for all games in my opinion, and at least the PS3 has a functional D-Pad.

[juuken]

Simply because it's on anything Playstation related.

[divideby0]

psst...Cliffy...take a look at Ted Price.....
when you grow up maybe you will aspire to be like him....
Intelligent, literate and well spoken....vs the way you come across now...

[SnakeShady]

do us a favor.....grab a shotgun...aim your head.....pull the trigger.

[Why o why]

is the best ALL ROUND PAD. The analog sticks on the 360 are better but the quality gap between it and the ps3's analogs are no way large as the gap between the D pads where the ps3's one outshine the 360's ones by a country mile. Each to their own i suppose but the ps pads have all the bases covered including motion control and presure sensitive buttons ALL OF THEM not just the triggers.

Ive nothing against cliff. He can say what he wants and he seems honest. We all have our gripes about something or the other.

[Gambit07]

I think he said "I HATE f*cking the PS3 controller", which I agree.

[Dual Shock 3]

I hate you too

[Gambit07]

DS3, I don't think you read my comment correctly...

[testerg35]

Damn.. all he said was he didn't like the controller.

[SH3MRON]

I've played games since atari and I've had all sony consoles but they should have thought the design of the PS3 controller a bit more. It feels good for games like LBP and most platformers, it does have the best Dpad of all but for FPS games it sucks. The best controller for any FPS is the 360 controller.

Ive been trying to get a controller ala 360 for my ps3 but so far Niko is the best choice and I'm not to sure about it. If anyone knows of a good controller to substitute the ps3 one please let me know.

[Fan Tastic]

I'm sure he loved the POS black and white buttons on the OG xbox as well.

[BUKKAKALYPSE]

Cliffy shares my opinion..

Pretty much the sole reason I dont buy games for the PS3 is that the controller is a chore to use.. I mean unless you are a 12 year old girl or an elf its just to small. it's like im trying to play on a gamecube controller and the positioning of the sticks is god awful. Who the hell at Sony was like oh harrow rets make a thumb stick that is convex not concave and lets make it out of slippery rubber! yay!

[squablo]

As a owner of both ps3 and 360, I have to say I also think the 360 controller is better, but it all depends on what types of games you play. My breakdown goes like this:

PS3 controller:

pros:

-supreme d-pad
-good face buttons

cons:
-internal battery
-poor analog placement
-poor placement of triggers/bumpers

The controller is not all bad, and for some games is actually better than the 360 pad. However, playing shooters with this controller is a problem for me. For me, the analog sticks are way too close together, which causes me to hit my thumbs together all the time. On top of that, they have rounded the tops of the analog sticks, which for me, makes it much easier for my thumbs to actually slip off the stick, or making me reposition my thumbs while playing games. Also, the triggers are not placed well enough to where using all 4 of those shoulder buttons is comfortable. Again, I have to constantly reposition my hands while playing.

For playing 2D games, or fighting games, where the dpad is actually useful, the dualshock wins. Unfortuanatly in this generation, we only get a very few amount of fighters, and bionic commmando and megaman 9 are only a drop in the bucket to the others that come out with full 3d environments.

360 pad:

pros:

-all buttons are accessable without repositioning
-better placement of analog sticks
-indented tops of analog sticks to prevent slipping
-external battery
-headset jack on controller
-better ergonomics

cons:

-crap d-pad

I really cant think of much else about the 360 pad that bothers me. Everything is placed well, and for me, the left analog stick should be placed in a position of dominance over the dpad. About 12 years ago, when Sony designed their "current" pad, the dpad was the dominant input device for most games. Times have indeed changed, but Sony's pad has not. The 360 pad excells in every way except that terrible d-pad.

All of what I have stated above is my opinion, but I am not alone. Every one of my friends that own both consoles agree with me on this as well. When it comes to shooters, we are just a lot more precise with the 360 pad. What Cliffy stated is his opinion, as what I have stated is mine. He is making shooters guys, and not the next street fighter, or 2d remake of a classic game.

If you have both consoles, you may or may not agree with me. If you are a sony fanboy, then you probably hate me and will start flaming me for it. I am just being honest here. To me, in a 3d game, especially shooters, the dpad is best used for weapon selection, or menu access. That being the case, it should be placed under the left analog stick, and not above it.

Begin Flame War now..........

[Lucreto]

How can an internal battery be a bad thing it is one of the things that make the PS3 controller better than the 360 controller. I go through batteries for me Wii like it is nothing.

[squablo]

You can only re-charge a battery so many times before it no longer holds a charge. With the 360 pad, you can just buy another battery pack and slap it on. With the ps3 pad, what do you do when the battery no longer holds a charge? Buy a new controller? Take it apart and void the warranty to replace the battery? Send it to Sony to replace the battery?

External is a much better setup for the consumer. Also, you can use regular AA batteries or a rechargable on the 360 pad. Whichever you like.

[kewlkat007]

Good post..

[etownone]

Thank you.

I was just about to school this kid till you pwned him.

oh, and I agree 100% with squablo on the controller. There's a reason the 360 wins awards for best controller ever.

[Time_Is_On_My_Side]

Actually buddy you're half right, but you don't own a PlayStation 3 so it's understandable. The PlayStation 3 has something called a manual and will show you how to replace the batteries. The average life span for the batteries are 7 - 10 years and then you recycle it. In other words if the manual is showing you how to do something it doesn't void the warranty.

The benefit of having it internal is that you don't have to waste money buying double "A" batteries that will eventually cost more than the controller itself.

[Dual Shock 3]

You can change my batteries, but you don't have to. I have an excellent Lithium-ion power source which is good for up to 8 continuous hours of play.

[squablo]

Yeah I know it may be hard for you to believe that I might have something negative to say about a ps3 if I do indeed own one, and you know what? I totally own one. If you would like to look me up on PSN, my gamertag is the same for all platforms. Squablo for xbox live, Squablo for PSN.

Go ahead and send me a friend request, I will accept it. As a matter of fact, I was playing some Warhawk last night due to xbox live being down.

I own tons of consoles, ranging from the atari 2600 to the current gen. I also have all of Sony's consoles, and because of that, I bought one of the original PS3s with the PS2 hardware inside. Yep, thats right, I not only have a PS3, but I also paid $600 for it.

I am nobody's fanboy buddy, just an experienced, seasoned gamer! Now stop saying stupid things on the forums.

[kenshin22up]

The 360 is more ergonomical, but the dualshock works for games that the 360 controller doesn't do well either. For example those gummy buttons are horrible for mashing like in DMC when you want to mash the gun for more shots. Plus the shoulder buttons are too close to the gummy buttons which makes executing moves in DMC4 really painful compared to the dualshock which I was used to last gen. Also the dpad is horrible as well. But for shooters I prefer the 360 controller, and their sticks are more durable compared to the dualshock.

[divideby0]

I can ski with any skiis or play tennis with any racquet...

Both controllers are good and there is not a big diff. between them, you may like a feature better than the other, but once again Cliffy be is just looking for some publicity..what a nitwit..but than again, I dont make excuses for gamming, skiing or tennis...

[r-nice]

He doesn't make games for the system because he doesn't like the controller? His prerogative I guess.

[kitzuki]

The Ps3 controller is great for all around play
and the best part
The D pad isnt some !#^&

[Bennosaur]

I have both consoles and for FPS or shooters in general the xbox really does work better. My main gripe with the PS3 controller is the triggers, they kinda feel a bit half arsed. They don't quite feel like triggers but they aren't just shoulder buttons. I can see why Activision switched the shoulder button functions around with the PS3 version of CoD4 (ie R1 & L1 to fire the weapon and aim down the sight instead of the triggers). Also I think they should swap the placing of the left analogue stick and the dpad, the analogues of the xbox controller really are a lot better placed. Having said that the SixAxis felt great with MGS4. Its really only a matter of preference.

One thing that is true though is Keyboard and mouse owns all console controllers...unless you are playing a driving/arcade flying game anyway.

[ASSASSYN 36o]

The main reason (not only) I have not bought into sony consoles is because the controller is the same one from ps1 to ps3 with negligable changes. I hated the ps1 controller. It was too small for my hands. I loved the first xbox controller and the 360's controller is perfect.

[juuken]

Why don't he just come out and say he hates the PS3? I mean, it's not that hard for the bots to say it.

I HATE THE F*CKING PS3.

Take out *controller* and we'll all be peachy.

[militant07]

Lmao @ juuken, your face speech itself.

[juuken]

Hmmm...that looks just like your mother militant. :]

[juuken]

Hey, new troll...why don't you shove your own nuts in your mouth?
And don't call me kid. :]

[Deafman420]

I always said i'd own a playstation if sony'D make a new controller. Doubt they'll be doing that for a while. Only consoles i've owned to this date are the original nintendo, dreamcast, xbox 1 and the 360. Always wanted to own a playstation but the games, online and controller just weren't doing it for me. Don't flame, Im just a GAMER with a certain TASTE!

[Deafman420]

...and i really emphasize CONTROLLER. FLAME ON!

[tk]

Ever since I got my PS2 I liked the controller. Never got used to another controller - and no need to as all the games I want is on the PS3. Don't see what the fuss is all about anyway. The controllers all have two thumbsticks, two pads and shoulder buttons. There is anyway 3rd party controllers for both consoles that mimmick the other console - so if the controller is the issue - then it is not really.

But to *hate* with such language on a controller device? Looks like he is desperate to find *something* to hate the console. Same goes for the other side.

[Lucreto]

I prefer the PS3 controller as I have used if for 10 years and if feels comfortable and why change what has been successful. I have a gamecube controller and it was horrible and the 360 is close to the same.

360 controller I do see good for FPS but it would not be as useful for RPGs and other genres which the PS2 and PS3 has but that is just me and how my hands have molded to the shap of the PS3 controller.

[Teh Cell]

Can I get an AMEN? I can't believe they released that featherweight rumble-less, trigger-less piece of garbage called the PS3 Controller. It would be more comfortable playing with a Jaguar 64 pad.

[DarkArima]

MMM got nothing better to do then send hate on ps3 topics?
If you hate the ps3 so much go back to the 360 side you frat boy.

p.s if you keep starting flame wars and spamming your time on this site will be short indeed.(i been looking at you post and most of them are on ps3 topics you will prob get a bann just for the ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ crap post you pulled)

[Lookbehind]

P O G

[Mc187]

The PS3 Controller hates you too.

[Dual Shock 3]

I hate you too Cliffy!

[Doctor Strange]

Its his opinion but I wish he didn't say like that because all that's going to do is create a backlash which we are seeing now.

I like dualshock better because after all these years of playing with the PS1-PS2 it just feels right.

I like the 360 controller too a big improvement over the original xbox

My favorite controller might have to go the Dreamcast coupled with the my off name brand tremor pack and VMU. Still haven't figured out why nobody never improved on the VMU that was an awesome ideal.

[dkgshiz]

He should just say he hates the PS3. We all know hes too afraid to develop any games for the best console. He likes garbage consoles, such as the 360!

[jerethdagryphon]

i cant stand the offset xbox sticks my thumbs are parallell to each other
sixaxis is to light but a decent conrtoller ive never had any issues with it in fpses

[GamerscoreWhores]

Then why make Unreal a timed console exclusive...

What a douche.

[squablo]

Cliffy is not the entire Epic company. His game is Gears, and not Unreal. The decision to make Unreal a timed exclusive had nothing to do with him, but rather how to handle the mods that Epic wanted to have for the game. Microsoft didnt want the mods, and Epic did. Plain and simple. In the meantime, Cliff was working on Gears.

[GamerscoreWhores]

Okay...he isnt a douche lol

[Blakzhuk]

This guys a credible source? LOL

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I produce content on YouTube to a smaller audience and make allot more sense than what you do and i'm also a more reliable source. Geez...I'm more interested to know how Baja came out with little to no marketing and released the same day as Pure wtf was that bout!

[borgome]

That's awesome, I agree and disagree. The PS3 controller isn't that bad. Actually the only real problem with it is the fact that the two analog sticks are at the same height. If they were offset it would be much better.

One thing that is better on the PS3 controller is the d-pad, the 360 controller's d-pad is the biggest piece of crap I've ever seen in my entire life. If the next XBOX has the same d-pad as this generation I will cram it where the sun don't shine of who ever designed it.

Edit: Oh and I forgot about the triggers on the 360 controller, they rule, much better than having two buttons on the top like the PS3. The button trigger combo on the 360 controller wins handsdown.

[Grassroots]

Ok, the 360 controller is better for FPS, but the trusty dualshock3 is great for anything else. Love my racing games, and sports. Mostly because I'm so used to it lol. Cliffy B has become a little full of himself as of late. Still can't wait for GeOW2.

[kewlkat007]

I HATE the f*cking controller! - Is correct.

That's why I'm very reluctant to buy Shooters on the PS3.

Ever since MOH on the PS2's Dual-shock, I knew I would never like it for Shooters.

It's them analog locations and not being able to use R2 for shooting and having your finger slide off them so easy...yuck

360 controller for shooters. Now for fighters the 360's d-pad is sh^t. Thx Cliffy , I'm glad I'm not the only one. Just read my Pro.

[Xelai]

Hey, is very simple, this guy comes from a PC background, he specializes in shooters. Is the PS3 a good controller for shooters? Is the 360 a good controller for shooters? Everybody knows the answer for that except the utmost fanatics of a system.

What I hate about this site is how no one can make the slightest criticism to ANY aspect of their system of choice, come on, the competition has its good things, it really does, your console is not absolutely perfect in absolutely everything!

A Sony exec can call the competition "dumb dead terminals", but Cliffy cannot say he prefers a controller before the other.

INCREDIBLE, guys you need to reorganize some neurons.

[Dual Shock 3]

I hate you too.

[kewlkat007]

for that comment...lol

[FantasyStar]

friggin awesome!

[Dual Shock 3]

@ people disagreeing with an inanimate object.

[Pika-pie]

Wha Wha Wha..

Think its a matter of opinion, personally I think the PS3 troller is fine.

[lelo]

LOL ... he does not like the PS3 controller, now the PS3 fans don't like him and call him names.

Well, fanboys are stupid, and that's the truth. What the hell is the problem if he does not like the PS3 controller. I also prefer the X360 controller (after keyboard and mouse) for FPS and 3PS.

[FantasyStar]

The problem with your statement is that you rationalize with the 360 side while completely belittling the PS3 side. You're no better than Bleszinski or a fanboy, so flame on.

[Agent002]

Clearly you're a winner.
Nice job.

[lelo]

No, i don't have a PS3, but I did have a PS2. Isn't the PS3 controller the same as the PS2 controller, just wireless...

as for "The problem with your statement is that you rationalize with the 360 side while completely belittling the PS3 side."

I said fanboys in general... i did not say PS3 fanboys. Fanboys in general are stupid boys.

[FantasyStar]

PS3's Dualshock has enhanced triggers, pretty much. But everyone does have their own preferences. I prefer the PS3 controller because I have big hands and I like wrapping it all around a small controller. The 360's controller isn't bad either, but I don't feel comfortable playing RPGs/Racing/Puzzle/Dual-shoote rs/whatever on the 360 controller compared to the PS3 controller. I prefer my FPS/3PS games on the 360 just like you, but not for your reasons.

[Hatem0hf]

f*ck your self, will ya?

[cheapndirty]

Since the ps1 days I have been lukewarm to the Sony controller. I had a saturn and it seemed a bigger controller felt better. Now I prefer the 360 over the ps3 controller. That controller does keep me from buying more games on it. No controller can be all things to all people. To each their own.

[dirtrider]

it is his opinion, just cause it may not be the same as most in here posting it is his opinion. i dont see the need for any of you die hard sony fans to calling him names and such. he may have said his opinion in a crude way, but still no reason for so many to post bs comments about him. you people want respect for your opinions all the time, and ive winessed more times these same people voicing their opinions on this site in crude ways, but yet i dont see anyone attacking you guys over it. get back to work cliffy dude.

[FantasyStar]

Calling people "kids" for their crude opinions while you're also making crude opinions on the stereotype of what "kids" are isn't very convincing. If you're going to try and play the peacekeeper role, try not to look like a hypocrite during the process.

Everyone can say whatever they want because that's what an opinion is, just because you don't like how it was said is no real reason to call them "kids." I would've agreed with you if you just left out the "kids" part.

[dukadork]

i think it's coz he's been using it as a dildo

[FFXI101]

HAHAHAHA....love your comment!!

[Unknown]

Its funny how people love to hack Cliffy B's head off because he made an opinion about a controller lol. If you feel that compassionate about the ps3 controller then go get a job with SONY to promote it. Its funny how this thread came up because I was playing ROFM with my friend yesterday and was telling him my disappointment with the feel of the controller. The two button shoulder buttons, the L2 and R2 I believe just feel uncomfortable when trying to click them to shoot or whatever. It feels as though my hand is going to slide off. Then on top of that I keep getting BLUETOOTH interference!!! I don't get that with my 360 controller. Do I hate the ps3? Of course not. I love my 360 but after playing the ps3 I can say I'm starting to love it too. The build quality, in my opinion, is better than the 360 and has the feel of a entertainment appliance rather than a console. I also like the why the ps3 controller looks in that it looks "adult". But pass the looks the 360 controller in my opinin just feels more accessible and responsive. Seriously....through all the fan boy crap out the door and try it and see what I'm talking about. But console's have there pro s and con s but in my OPINION the controller is not one of the ps3's pro's.

[dirtrider]

but we all know how opinions are taken on this site, if it isnt the opinion of "all things ps3 is godly". if its another opinion other than that it gets slamed hard. its ok to have blogs (opinions) approved on this site for news as long as they bash the other consoles on the market as long as none say anything negative about ps3. i like both their controllers personally, but the 360 one was built around shooters, it also works well with driving games. ps3 controller gets the job done on shooters, but does exceptionally well with other gaming applications.

[ceedubya9]

I can't believe how many comments this has gotten in such a small amount of time.

You can almost always tell which pages will get the most traffic just by looking at the title.

Overall, I don't see the problem. He hates the PS3 controller, but he loves other things and games about the PS3. That's his opinion. I'm sure there are plenty of plenty of people that don't like the 360 controller or the 360 in general. To each his own.

[Kratos3452]

Cliff hates the controller?Wonder would he will think once street fighter comes out.Just try to play it with the xbox's directional pad.

[AZgamerB3yond]

Note To Cliff: Good cuz I hate you, jacka$$!!! Sincerely, The PS Controller...

[kewlkat007]

the Dual Shock is cake.........

The most consistant gripe about the 360 controller is it's D-PAD. If MS was to fix that that would be sweet.

If Sony allowed you to re-position the analog positions that would be sweet as well.

Oh well I might as well dream.

Fanboys need to stop crying when people have an opinion or preference, even if it is a developer.

[Wotbot]

D pad and the buttons are the only good thing on the PS3 controller. The rest of it is bad.

The analogue sticks are really poor and positioned awkwardly and talk about dead zones.

The 360 pad is the best controller, but has the poorest D pad.

[Funky Town_TX]

Sony defense force attack! Funny sh8t. Now if he said "PS3 is the best console ever made and Sony is the best company ever". This site would be a better place. This is his opinion so who cares. For games that require the use of both analog sticks I take the 360. for d-pad use I take the PS3.

[Horny]

i cant really say which controller is better i like both, maybe the ps3 is slightly better for me but either one you pick has advantages and disadvantages.
the ps3 controller is better for sports, fighting, button mashers, and racing games.
I prefer the 360 controller for rpgs, rts, and i want to say shooters but i prefer cod4 on the ps3 controller. The 360 controller does look better though.

[borgome]

Cleavage for the win!

[Horny]

^^^ lol
ur boob pic is my psp background

[dirtrider]

not one statement was false or crude in anyway. just cause you are a ps3 fanboy doesnt make me a crude person in anyway. for the record i call everyone kids. sorry you are so fragile you take offense to anything.

[fopums]

"Dont call me cliffy B anymore! me am adult! f%#^ this PS3 controller though hahahaha*snort*"

very mature Cliffy, preference is one thing, but have some friggin tack.....

[aggh im on fire]

I love my ps3 but gotta agree the pad kinda sucks now. Im hoping they bring a new one out for there next machine.

[JasonPC360PS3Wii]

Droids crying buckets of oil in this thread.

[Andras84]

I hate that f*cking controller. That's the only thing that holds me back from getting a 360....and the RROD :D

[iiprotocolii]

But let's take some things into consideration here, people. We all know that Cliffy B firmly grasps the Microsoft penis habitually being that a) They pay him and b) If he badmouths the 360, he'd be undermining his own game because, well, Gears is on 360. And we don't want to have 360 fanboys on THIS site cryin' and moanin' about any of that now, do we?

That aside, I'll make some opinionated statements regarding the controllers for the 360 and the PS3. Real quick: The DualShock is crap for FPS games. That's a fact. There's nothing gayer (not in the homosexual way) than playing COD4 for three months and then having your analog sticks feel like Jello. Not to mention that the rubber deteriorates much faster than that of the 360. HOWEVER, the PS3 owns the 360 controller when it comes to third-person action/rpg games simply because the Dualshock is just more comfortable for such games. The R2 and L2 trigger buttons can feel awkward sometimes, but it was a great addition for certain games because the sensitivity of the push determines, for example, the strength of a punch or charge of a weapon, etc.

The 360 controller, although bulky, has its pros and its cons. As an FPS controller, nothing matches it. Forget Mouse and Keyboard, the 360 controller has replaced that on my PC rig. But it lacks in other areas too. The D-Pad is the most ridiculous thing about it. The thing feels like a Madcatz d-pad... tacky and unresponsive. The first Nintendo has a better D-pad - and that is no sarcasm. I also like the idea that the 360 controller did implement of connecting your headset to your controller (something Sony should have though of for USB headset owners). I HATE playing anything besides FPS games on the 360... just doesn't feel as good as the dualshock.

Here's the take ladies: 360 controller owns dualshock in FPS. Hands down. The lot of you PS3 fanboys are going to cry and yell "Blasphemy" but it's the truth.
DualShock owns 360 controller in anything else (fighting games, third-person games, rpg, etc.)

Besides that, Cliffy B is a jerk-off.

[IaMs12]

He might have played PS1 or what not, its the same controller as PS2 had kinda get boring, before people say the 360 is same your wrong, its different buttons are in better places (LB, RB), all i see different in PS3 is the middle button like the 360 has.... its just an opinion... which is why was this approved??

[etownone]

It's funny how most Sonyfans say the 360 controller is only good for FPS's... YET the biggest releases on PS3 would benefit from the 360 controller.

MGS4
ReFOM2
Killzone 2

[shysun]

MGS4 isn't a FPS, hell neither is Gears. ;)

[arngrim229]

360 contr only being good for shooters means its only good for shooters!!!, ps3 having shooters doesnt mean that contr is meant for shooters, just means it works for shooters and every other type of game, fanboy *sigh

infinite undiscovery, tales of vesperia, ninja gaiden, dead or alive wud benifit from the ps3 contr

[iiprotocolii]

Those games sure would benefit. Especially Killzone 2. You know, especially with the invisible-non-existent motion sensors on the 360 controller.

Get over yourself. Yes the 360 controller pwns for FPS, without a doubt. But MGS4? You're out of your mind... next thing you're going to say is that God of War 3 would benefit from it too, right?

@ arngrim229

Well said, my friend. Well said.

[FFXI101]

Why don't you stick that 360 controller of yours...up in your a$$ and STFU. You are the worst video game developer/producer ever! FU and F gears.

[DiegoM8]

mmm...

[mt]

i am used to PS controller since PSone so i prefer PS controller

[PS3Diablo]

PS3 controller is almost identical to that of PS1, when did PS1 come out ??? Ehhh... I think it was 13 years ago, yeah that's right, 13 years ago and millions of people have been using those controllers and most of them will tell you it is the greatest controller ever... It's good to know that the best developer on Xbox 360 is ignorant when it comes to consoles, makes me feel that much better that he isn't ever going to work on Sony's platforms... Just so you know, I had a 360 and I got pains in my hand every time I played, maybe his hands are as big as his ego...

[arngrim229]

while the controller for 360 is supurb for shooters its garbage for everything else, soul calibur 4 for example doesnt work correctly on the 360, actually anything non shhoter doesnt work well, well sports games r fine but w/e. tales of vesperia wudnt bother my hands as much of it was on ps3. infinite undiscovery it just hurts my left hand because the analog isnt made for constint holding forward and running. and in fighting games u always hit start or the xbox button by accident cuz of the dumb placement.

ps3's contr is great for shooters, fighters and anygame. any fighting game tournament is held on a ps3 if possible as apposed to 360, Virtua fighter and SC4 r examples. and devil may cry plays way better on ps3's contr.

fanboys like cliffy wudnt know and duh something is uncomfortable if he never used it. he's an idiot

[GamerscoreWhores]

However play a platformer and it feels nicer on the PS3.
Most sports games feel nicer on a PS3 aswell
But shooters & racers feel much better on the 360 controller.
The triggers are that much of a problem third parties have been selling trigger extenders!!!

[Citizen Cook]

Its has MAJOR faults. No triggers. And the shape is uncomfortable. The handles dig into the palms...
And the analogue sticks are (And have always been) placed wrongly.
They should be offset like the 360's...

Sony are so lazy! The one time they tried to create a new pad and it looked like a banana!

[stuntman_mike]

millions of people prefer a ps3 pad and also millions prefer a 360 pad, cliffy b is just doing it for the attention and his succeeded in that with a useless comment.

[enjoi187]

yep it does suck.

[Dual Shock 3]

U suck

[RebornSpy]

I do agree that Cliff went overboard saying that he "hates" the controller, but you guys are ignoring the rest of the comment. He admits that he likes many aspects and games of the PS3, but he prefers the 360.

The controller comment was bad, but I think he redeemed himself afterwards. This news post is getting way too many hits for being pure flamebait. Personally, I don't see much of a difference between the controllers when I'm in the middle of a game. Only small things.

Edit: I see that the title of the article and the sample have been changed. I seriously doubt it would have gotten so many hits if it had been titled "An Interview with Cliff Bleszinski" when initially posted. Like I said, pure flamebait.

[thematrix1298]

Cliff you mofo! in one more year you will praise ps3 controller....what a pu*ssy just because he can't create a good game for ps3, he talks sh*t about controller

[pain777pas]

The PS3 controller is still the best on the market it has functional d-pad and analog sticks. That's all you need. The 360 casing is nice in the hands but the d-pad is broken and the analog sticks are missing something in some games. There are moves in 2k8 that I can do in the PS3 version that I could not pull off in the 360 version.

[Lord Vader]

Wrong. The placement of the analog sticks of the PS3 controller is awful, the 360 sticks are much, much better. I'll give you the D-pad, but ok, the only time I seriously need a D-pad in for a Fighting game.

If you have little baby hands, you might like the PS3 contoller better. But for the rest of us, the 360 contoller is the best controller & the most comfortable.

[LeonSKennedy4Life]

"You don’t feel hemmed in by the architecture of the 360?

I feel very comfortable with the 360. I like the controller."

Seriously, Cliff? You've always been a respectable human being. Why ruin it now with this crap?

The controller has NOTHING to do with the architecture of the system.

[Myth]

It's obvious, he trying to sell more copies of Gears. I own both systems by the way and will be getting Gears on day one. As far as the controller goes there both good to me.

[DevastationEve]

Holy crap! 5 pages over a comment about PS3's controller? I'll admit that this little guy has become an icon of the industry, but to each his own. I actually think they are both great controllers, and the x360 is something different (which is nice, for a change). The battle doesn't lie in the details. They're usually so small that they make minimal impact. The battle lies in the big picture. Both consoles present a pretty nice package.

[Djomblade1]

Sorry Cliffy...NOTHING comes close to the playstation controller period. The only controller that comes remotely close is the N64 controller.

[NanoGeekTech]

a F**cking dirty tampon...

Gears will be a great game..and it will be a day one purchase for me..

But damn they are a few people in the Gaming Dev world that bothers the ^u(k out of me...Cliff..B and Dave fat@ss I eat my family on Sunday Newell....I think they are arrogant jerksoffs..

I would think to most people should be comfortable with the PS brand controller..even the Xbots out there....most of you owned a PS2...its the same damn thing...size..but weights less...and it is motion sensitive.

I do not understand the statement about the controller at all....it works..I press a button the the person on my HD display shoots, ducks, and everything else I need he/she to do..Why would you not make a game for a system because of the controller?......

The Xbox controller sucks @$$ with fighting games..The Xbox 360 controller are bigger because it was built in the states by american.....the PS1/PS2/PS3 built by the japanese smaller hands.. with over 125 million people that own a PS brand system...how could you not be use to the controller?

[Bon Scott]

Ps3tards are simply angry because they truly want Gears2 on the POS3.
All of these comments truly show how butt tore Gaystation fans are.

Buy a 360,
rrod is long over and the PS3s controller stinks bwahaha.

[spelle cheque]

If Bon Scott were alive today he'd likely slap you right in the face.

"All of these comments truly show how butt tore Gaystation fans are"

Nice comment, I find it hard to believe that an 8 year old would know who Bon Scott was.

"rrod is long over"

Not by a long shot. Do you think that PS3 owners don't have friends with 360's? Or do you think that RL is like N4G here and PS3 owners and 360 owners can't get along?

A good friend of mine who owns a practically brand new Elite recently had the RROD, so I'm guessing the RROD isn't "long over". RROD will be "long over" when and if they release the next incarnation of the Monopolysoft Xbox (maybe) IF they learn how to build hardware.

Dirty Deeds (Done Dirt Cheap) <---MS's Quality statement?

[Narutone66]

360 just 6 months ago. I told him, since he is rich, why did he buy a 360? He said that there were a lot of games on it. It rrod on him a few weeks ago. He wasn't able to finish GTAIV. Now he is now a proud owner of a PS3. When I asked him why did he buy a PS3, he said that he does not want a disposable console. And after seeing all the games coming out for the PS3, he said that he made a right choice.

[LiquifiedArt]

Geez. Argue all you want. Its been around the block and i can still play with a PS controller for days on end and my hands feel relaxed.

[thematrix1298]

on the the picture cliff looks like a dude that is saying: I want your c*ck! lol honestly

[HairyBrownSack]

You know what? I would give it to him.

[sniper4534]

wow what a bunch of homos and little girls in this web say lol is unbelievable how people are fighting for a little trigger on a controller lol i wouldn't say nothing if people in here where fighting for a hot ass girl, but for a controller lol omg give a break

[MvmntInGrn]

...the controller? FAIL!

Gawd then don't play it on PS3 dummy, just port it so everyone else can.

Fail comment of the month.

EDIT: by the way the ps controller is the most used controller style out there, the 360 just moved a stick and threw in an "lol" D-pad.

EDIT2: He did compliment the PS3 a lot and I'm sure MS is the reason behind no Gears on PS3 but it was still a fail comment, just funny :)

[2Negativecool]

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...Oh sorry, I meant Cliff Bleszinski is GOD...

[mirroredderorrim]

"sarcasm ftw" ?

[DarkArima]

Everything on the 360 controller feels really far apart when i hold it.
They don't change the ps controllers because they are fine they way they are... Nuff said

[joeynox]

I guess you forgot the boomerang controller tha tsony tried t orelease but people freaked out?

[Creep]

anyways the ps3 controller is good i don't like the xbox controller at all and yes gears2 will sell like gears1 and no it's not better on any console u want to play gears at it's ultimate badass fast pace that it is get a keyboard and mouse i play gears on the pc with a keyboard and mouse and it's the best. I went to my friends house to play it on the 360 and it sucked so bad i couldn't play it for crap and yes gears2 will come out on the pc people and will get it with higher resolutions like always umh 1900x1200 of course but the thing is yeah queefy b is a TOOL he says one thing then he says another thing in another interview why can't he be more like mark rain but anyways he blows someday he will come out the closet and u people will remember what i said cuz he looks like a queer.

[DFresh]

I'm looking forward to Gears of War 2 when I get my 360 this Winter after till I get all the amazing PS3 games first.
Cliffy B is a total Xbot/PC fan boy no doubt.
Blaming the PS3 for the controller is just too funny.
360 controller is good in all but in sucks w/ certain types of games.
ex.) Fighting games, RPGs, and MMOS.
However it's great w/ shooter games and arcade games which adds a little to the experience.
I like the PS3 controller better in my opinion because it's an all in one controller for games while the 360 is good for some games it lacks in other genres.

[Triniprince1420]

I wont say that the PS3 controller, I'll say that as for FPS or just regular shooters, the 360 controller wins hands down, but as for fighting games PS3 wins by default....

[dash--]

he's an ass

[Wii60Fan]

he should have kept the cliffy b moniker.

[joeynox]

Theres nothing wrong with wha the said.Hes speaking his opinion.If he said it about the wii or 360 then it would be a different story? Sad very sad. Im glad there are people like him and Jaffe around to speak their mind.Stop being cry babies and take it like men.

[KiddyBrownTurd]

"You know, narrative-wise we’ve taken some risks and we’re doing some things that I haven’t ever seen in a video game before."

---can't wait!

"I think Mass Effect and BioShock looked quite good. In my opinion I think we have some of the best artists in the industry, if not entertainment in general. We’re incredibly picky with who we hire and they work extremely hard to make sure that every single itty bit of that model looks perfect. It’s the same toolset that our licensees get; I think the key is having amazing artists."

---Very true. Long live Epic! poor ps3 n00b devs like insomniac just figured out what a normal map is... Epic INVENTED NORMAL MAPPING! HAHAHAHA (kinda, actually that would be id Software... but u get the idea)

"The person who is the host on a client server game will always have an advantage which is an unfortunate side effect of the client server architecture. We’re not a peer-to-peer architecture, but we’ve authorised so much into that code to reduce it as much as possible as well as balancing the game better with the shotgun’s stopping power. Personally I found the host advantage to be very frustrating."

---Hahahaha this is true. I've actually had ppl say they are doing bad BECAUSE they are host. I've had that happen quite a bit. u get so good at compensating for internet lag, that u get BETTER at playing while NOT being the host. I was host a little bit ago, and my buddy got a kill, he said he had "non host advantage" LMFAO. it's true.

"I don’t really work on PS3 - I HATE the f*cking controller. I can’t stand the PS3 controller man! I love the Blu-ray player, I think there are some great games for PS3; I think Metal Gear’s great, Heavenly Sword was great, but right now I will always work on Xbox with Gears."

--LMFAO. POOOR DROIDS. STUCK WITH THEIR GARBAGE PS1 CONTROLLER!!! LMFAO

"Because I think it’s really a perfect example of playing through an interactive movie."

---sounds like MGS,... but without the INTERACTIVE part, LMFAO

POOR DROIDS!!!!!!!!!!!

[IAm1Bearcat]

this was an interesting read actually IMO.
I dont really care about his stance on which controller is "best", because i do love the feel and size of the 360 controller, but ive grown so accustomed to the PS controllers over the years. people complain that they havent changed, but hey, think of it this way, if we had that stupid looking boomerang, people would b*tch that we should have the DS3 so it all works out lol.

this article almost made me interested in picking up GoW2 sometime in 2009. i hated the first since it was 4 hours long, and im not real happy with his response to why we should buy this instead of R2 (why not both people, huh?), but i guess i'll see how it turns out.

Horde mode sounds pretty stellar though.

and cliffy didnt sound like a complete douche in this article, very nice to see... i mean read.

[IAm1Bearcat]

exactly! that is why i bought soulcaliburIV on PS3 and not 360; because of the controller. it just works better IMO

[artral16]

f*** ps3 controller everybody always hating on xbox 360 controllers talking about ohh its to fat shut up and stop ur dang crying

[stuntman_mike]

i think it comes down to what your used to, me i prefer a ps pad as its what ive always used.
i did have a 360 once but thats a long story for another time..lets just say the shop keeper and his son, i had to beat them to death with thier own shoes and that what ol spliffy z will get.

[TheDeadMetalhead]

MWAHAHAHAHA!!! STUPID, STUPID XBOTS!!! GO PLAY YOUR GEARS OF WAR 0.9 NOW!! THE PS3 OWNERS ARE OFF TO PLAY SOME REAL GAMES!!! MWAHAHAHAHA!!!! DEFENDER ARCADE SET SOLD OVER 70,000 UNITS IN THE 1980S!!!!!! AHAHAHAHA!!!!!!

[HairyBrownSack]

what

[TheDeadMetalhead]

*sigh* Can't you read? I said;

"MWAHAHAHAHA!!! STUPID, STUPID XBOTS!!! GO PLAY YOUR GEARS OF WAR 0.9 NOW!! THE PS3 OWNERS ARE OFF TO PLAY SOME REAL GAMES!!! MWAHAHAHAHA!!!! DEFENDER ARCADE SET SOLD OVER 70,000 UNITS IN THE 1980S!!!!!! AHAHAHAHA!!!!!!"

Geez. -_-

[TheDeadMetalhead]

This loser needs to stop shamelessly hyping his game!

Here's a thought; why doesn't he just shut up, make the damn game, and let the gamers decide whether or not it's worth $60? THAT'S how you sell a game!

It's frickin' Denis Dyack and Too Human all over again!! >_<

[pansenbaer]

Why should it be Gears 2?
Because I think it’s really a perfect example of playing through an interactive movie.

Wasn't he ragging on Metal Gear Solid because it was an interactive movie?

[TheDeadMetalhead]

Yeah, but a lot of people like to complain about that.

I mean, if it's a "movie", then it's a damn good one. If a super-long cutscene starts, I'll just pop some popcorn and enjoy the show.

At least Kojima didn't hype his game to no end! Dyack/CliffyB are 2 pathetic excuses for video game designers that apparently care more about their precious money than making a decent game!

If you try to base your success on hype instead of quality, then you clearly have no business in the video game industry.

[nombon]

totally agree with cliffy here, i've always hated the playstation controller since PS1 came out, i mean a square shaped controller isnt meant to fit in a human hand. They had PS2 and PS3 to change the overall shape and yet they didnt. its a shame :(

[Trekster_Gamer]

Come on, you all have it wrong! The heavy Sixer Joystick was the best in history ;-p

[IWentBrokeForGaming]

he's established, his game has sold millions, brought in millions, etc.. I respect the fact that he's an artist that took his vision and created it into something he's proud of. Nothing wrong with that at all!

[Lookbehind]

Turd island is where all of the Xbots live.Bloodmask is king sh1t of turd island,Pog is secretary of the treasury and Kiddy turd is the secretary of the Xbot defence force.Oh i almost forgot about FART the messenger boy!

[Shane Kim]

Don't forget that POG lives under Bloodmask's desk. If you know what I mean ;).

[cheapndirty]

I hear the 360 is made out of superior plastic compared to the ps3. Sony wishes they had a plastic casing as good as the 360.

[GarandShooter]

You're talking about the 'fire resistant' plastic, right?

[Product]

Amazing.......2% of the article was about the ps3 controller which the man can have an opinion on and we now have 6 pages of nothing but fanboy bashing because of it.
This site never seizes to amaze me.

[cheapndirty]

Yup. Someone responded to my first post. I just wanted to see if a sony person would respond to my "superior" comment. And respond they did.

One controller to rule them all.....

[CertifiedGamer]

The ps3 is like having rihanna in youre bed while the xbox360 is like having a male drag queen in your bed
See the xbot are so blind by there system that they are so blind by the rrod and sorry holiday line-up that they lose the ability to tell the difference between a female and a drag queen see the sony fans can tell the difference a male and a female thats why sony fans get with hot chicks while xbots get with male-chicks thats why cliffy doesn't like the ps3 controller because it reminds him of females and he says yucky.

[X-Alchemist]

Cliff Bleszinski is a funny guy lol

[HXH]

everyone had his own opinion, so I'm agreed with him.
I know there are who disagree.

[Bobalob]

cliff was a goon years ago when he was lead level design for unreal and unreal tournament and hes a goon now.

Get over this 10 year old engine. You can still see the similarities with Unreal 1 for god sake, bumping polys on models won't last forever.

[sonyfanonly]

the 360 controller is like holding a big brick its not comforting to hold or use were as the ps3 its light and easy to use cliffy you can go s%*k a $%^&

[mega BIG time]

the ps controller fit my hands better when i was 10

[Itrguy001]

DDDDDDAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAMMMMMMM MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMNNNNNNNNNNNNN That was a lot of fanboys on that site and why where they arguing about a controller? too me i like the ps3's controller and i liked the original xbox controller i dont really like the 360 that much feels weird too me for some reason lol but i guess that me.

[Cynical-Gamerzus]

LOL The PS3 COntroller does Suck !!
First off I am a PS3 owner and when I switch from FPS to racing Im so Pissed off how this controller is built .Great Point

Cliff!!

They need to release that moon shaped they originally had!!

[FxckOSX]

he can't get the money from MS without PS3 negative campaign

[cimerians]

I dont get it. What gaming have you done before xbox? None?