Easy to set up and use, the DUALSHOCK 4 Back Button Attachment is a fantastic addition to one of the best controller designs out there.
COG writes: It might not be necessary, but the Dual Shock 4 Back Button Attachment makes some games' tricky control schemes much more approachable on a standard pad.
Where are you? I know that they're hard to get hold of in the UK - my friend has been looking for one since they launched.
I pre-ordered one, and I have to say that it's great. Very robust feeling, and easy to use.
Japan! You'd think they would be common, but no.
Definitely want to try one. Only thing is I rotate between 2 pads so would probably end up getting two, if I could actually buy one...
I also rotate between two pads. It's easy to remove and put on a second pad, and it remembers all your settings.
That's because Game are the only store who got the license to sell them, why I dont know however I do find that before i had it i only needed to change my pad every few days but with it on i have to change it every day. It does drain the pad a bit
Walmart had them, but I bought mine from Gamestop, I got 1 of 2 that were left. I thought about buying the second one but I felt like that would've been a real cunt move.
Yeah I just checked ebay (USA) and their all expensive 🙄 their gouging prices like crazy
Checked Amazon the other day and prices are anywhere from one hundred nineteen dollars to one hundred fifty dollars. People are price gouging like crazy, I'm think stores have them in stock right now, but this lockdown due to the virus makes it near impossible to try and go get one.
I got one day one but my friends haven’t been able to get one in store anywhere in our area.
Looks really cool. I'm guessing their adding this so it will be compatible to the PS5? Anyways nice addition.
Buttons, and plenty of 'em. At first glance, the PS4 DualShock controller might seem to have this brief covered, but you can never have too many buttons, right?
Been using this in MHW as the dpad buttons to be able to scroll items while having full control of movement and the camera. It takes a couple of days to get used to but once you get the hang of the new buttons there's no turning back.
I would strongly recommend it. No more weird claw hand grip while scrolling items and running for your life.
I'm liking it, even though the game I'm playing now doesnt really require it. I'm still used to using the regular buttons, so I'm not accustomed to hitting the back buttons.
So far though, I havent had any issue with the placement of the buttons, and they're responsive when pressed. Sometimes when I hold my controller in a way which relieves my carpel tunnel when my hands get numb, I accidentally press the buttons, but that's usually only for a few minutes when i first start playing.
I thought itd be good for switching weapons in BL3, but the default button setup doesn't assign a forward and back to the scroll. I just use it for jump and reload for now.
About my only complaint would be the size of the front part of the clip that holds it on. It's kind of large and makes pressing the home button less natural. Think that's just more a matter of muscle memory though.
I'm curious, how do you hold your ps4 control. That shouldn't get in your way at all lol
normally, just have the handles resting in the palms of my hands.
But, if my carpel tunnel is acting up, I tend to keep a grip on the handles.
If anything gets in the way, it's because I'm just gripping the controller more than normal, but as of yet, I've not had any issues with it. Just have to get used to them being there so I can remember to use them when I need them.
It is sold out everywhere near me. I did place one on order. Cant wait to try it on Apex Legends. Was close to buying a scuf but this will do I am not a professional gamer haha.
Don't buy a scuff. I get returns on those on a constant basis. If you're gonna go for a fancy controller maybe the astro brand, i haven't seen as many returns on that. But screw scuff.
As far as this product goes tho, for the few we got in we sold out in a day of reviews being posted. Its a solid product.
Unfortunately got me when I went to pick mine up from my local Gamestop they were going out of business. They had none in stock and most of their inventory sold off at 70% for both new and used games.
I still haven't picked one up yet, but plan to do so soon. My question is, how easy is it to detach the device from the controller? I use a charging dock set up for my controllers and Moves, which uses the same port as the back button attachment. I don't want to accidently damage either the attachment or controller trying to remove it to charge.
Slides right off. It's trickier to put it on but nothing crazy. I would recommend charging it directly with a USB cable though. It's probably fine but I don't know what possible effects the wear and tear may have doing that. The whole thing is surprisingly sturdy tough though.
Looking forward to using this in Borderlands 3 with my melee-based Amara build. Having to use R3 as my main source of damage output has already given me mild repetitive strain injury on at least one occasion...
Kind of thought the same. Using it to sprint and slide may also work well if you set it up right. There are some relics which add bonuses to slide damage, but haven't thought to try any kind of build to use it yet.
It's awesome. Such a simple solution and works flawlessly. Why they didn't release it sooner, though?
Get ready because the DualShock 4 Back Button Attachment is hitting retailers ahead of its official release date of January 23rd.
Picked one up at my local Walmart for $25. Pretty nice but takes some getting use to. I end up pressing the buttons accidentally from gripping the controller.
Apex Legends right now. Mainly using it for things like the item wheel so I can heal and charge shields more quickly. Still playing around with different options. Takes some getting use to as I still try to use the basic controller buttons quite often.
If you play destiny map one to revive, you can revive turn and shoot at same time.
Can't wait to get this really!!!
Many times in days gone I struggle to press L3 to sprint and left D-pad to get a health pack..
It forces you to actually relax your hands instead of stressing yourself with a death grip. Back button controllers have extended my old wrist gaming sessions on PC and I am hopeful this will for my PS games. Not a disaster, just muscle memory that needs retrained a bit.
I've tried it out, and find that the way I hold the controller, I tend to have my fingers where the buttons now are....especially when I'm really gripping the controller. I think they work well though. Hoping work will let me bring one home so I don't have to buy one, but I like it so far. So far, it seems like I can't order them from Amazon.
It takes a while, as you need to learn to hold the controller in a new way, but once learned it feels natural, if you game Alot it takes about a week.
Map your two most used buttons on the game your playing and pretend the face buttons don't exist, you will get used to them faster and train your hands how to hold it, then you start to think of your own customisations. back buttons rock when you get used to them.
Sakai, I tried it and the response is natural. Having more options and quick keys is a welcome. I think this brings a new variable to controller design. Sony managed to test the product effectively. The idea opens more possibility for game pad design.
I wish MS would offer something like this for Xbox One controller rather than having to buy an Elite. Wonder if some third parties may come up with something.
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Check amazon for Xbox One Collective Minds Strike Eliminator Mod Pack. They have 2 different versions from $28 to $34... they're cool to use. But one thing that strikes me as odd is the way ponies are so getty over an add-on where the battery liife is so taxing on DS4... What you gonna do stay wired (you can't compete with the Elite)😢
For the price of about 3 new full priced games, I certainly hope the Elite is a better controller.
It's amusing that you believe that it's about "competing" with Xbox in controller design; if Sony wanted to create their own elite controller(s), they'd have done so already. The paddles are likely a means of extending DS4's use on PS5, where the DS5 is likely to have them built in as standard. And furthermore, if you're serious about competitive gameplay, (y'know, that thing that is realistically the only reason to even drop that kind of cash on a controller?), wired is definitely better than wireless, though PS4's wired connection is still using wireless signals when wired, so irrelevant.
But you know what surprises me? Why are some Xbots so excited to fork over so much money in controllers every time a new one comes out? Literally, if you bought both Elite controllers day one, you've forked over at least $330 in one generation on 2 controllers. That is console money. Of course, people are welcome to spend money however they want, but that's remarkably cavalier with finances unless you're a professional gamer.
The back button attachment is not meant to compete with the Elite controller—it's an affordable addon that provides bonus function to the DS4, period. It's getting very positive reception, live with it. Stop trying to make fire where there is none.
$30 for extra features leagues better than spending $180 for a controller. There’s no denying that. Especially when the $180 option has quality issues.
It's not like we should settle for one or the other. I would like to have PS4 Elite controller for sure. But I can see that for big masses this cheap add-on is a better solution. Personally this doesn't solve my needs as two back buttons don't do it for me. Currently using Scuf Impact for Ps4 (4 extra triggers).
Early reports are saying that the users are pressing the buttons by accident, total disaster for the PS5. Almost as bad as removing rumble from Dual Shock 3 to put motion controls in.
It's not a disaster. The buttons are located where people's fingers would naturally hold the controller, and having the buttons where they naturally lay when using the controller is where you want the buttons. It just means you have to hold the controller with a more relaxed state.
I dunno. But your comment wasnt a first hand account, so how do you know that the way you hold the controller would be a problem?
Not that I believe you have a ps4 considering your comment history.
The back buttons are fine where they are if you hold the controller in a relaxed state and dont grip them fully, but just have it cradled in the palm of your hand like I usually use mine except maybe in tense gaming sessions.
So in tense gaming sessions the pad is useless, thanks for clearing that up. I guarantee you i have more platinums than you. PM me for my PSN ID. I was there in the beginning with ps1, and defended ps3 against the 360 boys which you probably were part of, before everyone jumped on PS4.
Useless if you don't want extra buttons I guess.
I don't really care if you have more platinums, your attitudes in the forums are trolling, and if you can't have anything good to say about anything Sony, then your opinion on this is irrelevant, only compounded by the fact you're going by first hand reports which no one else has seen, and counter all the reviews of the product.
I loved them years before everyone else did. I hate how everyone loves them now, it used to be 360 fanboys downvoting ps3 players here, and i was in the thick of it. Now it’s all Ps4 Fortnite fanboys who jumped ship downvoting everyone else.
The reviews well IGN uk say you can’t hold it in intense moments of Bloodborne but fair enough. As long as i don’t accidentally perma-kill a vendor all is well.
Sounds like a user error then anything, plus I’m pretty sure it’s gonna be optional. Imagine not liking more options.
I'd wager good money that all of these people pressing buttons accidentally have never used controllers with rear triggers before. It takes a while to get used to until muscle memory kicks in. Have you tried one yourself?
Whitbyfox was spotted trolling PS5 threads. This is his fourth one.
"Early reports are saying that the users are pressing the buttons by accident, total disaster for the PS5. Almost as bad as removing rumble from Dual Shock 3 to put motion controls in."
Guys, don't insult him or talk to him whatsoever. He's trolling on purpose. Report and move on.
I really like it, I used it for several hours on MW. Took awhile to get used to using them but after a few rounds it was great. I swapped them with the L3 & R3 buttons, this makes Melee and running easier also Holding Breath when Sniping.
I'm a lefty whose been playing shooters standard for years. Decided recently to finally switch to southpaw for better aim. These have helped by standardizing buttons like jump and crouch that can get messed up when you switch the sticks but the face buttons don't change (e.g. games with free running and sliding). So far they've held up well and they feel good. Took a little time to get used to but I'd recommend them for anyone interested. Cheaper than most alternatives too.