Just got my HKS Racing Controller

[prolifik]

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Hmmmmm... So far, not so good. Just as I thought.

[DirtyJerz32]

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Hmmmmm... So far, not so good. Just as I thought.

Where are you getting that from?

[djcorrosive]

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Using this with f1 the throttle/brake has no progressive feel at all. If i slightly hold the break ingame it goes to full pressure. Also there is a big deadzone from when it hits 100% to the end of the pressure. Am i missing something here?

I noticed this as well in GT5. When the controller says it's at about 43/100, the GT5 HUD shows the throttle at 100%. Same with the brake. Also, I did notice there is a deadzone between 100% on the controller and when the pedal is fully pressed. However, I have adjusted, and still prefer this controller's throttle/brake to a regular controller. I still don't like the HKS controller's wheel though. I'm still using the analog stick. It's not a perfect controller, but imo still a better option than a regular Dualshock 3.

[prolifik]

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Where are you getting that from?

From the thread. People saying the throttle and steering is twitchy. For a driving game that's not exactly desirable... especially with a controller made SPECIFICALLY for driving games.

[prolifik]

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I noticed this as well in GT5. When the controller says it's at about 43/100, the GT5 HUD shows the throttle at 100%. Same with the brake. Also, I did notice there is a deadzone between 100% on the controller and when the pedal is fully pressed. However, I have adjusted, and still prefer this controller's throttle/brake to a regular controller. I still don't like the HKS controller's wheel though. I'm still using the analog stick. It's not a perfect controller, but imo still a better option than a regular Dualshock 3.

Ok, so we established, in your opinion, the HKS is a better option than the DS3.

In your opinion, is it worth the $50??

[JMD]

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I just got mine $38.86 At Bull Moose Warehouse. I just did 3 Arcade Races in GT 5 and that's all it took for me. This is going back to the store. I just don't like anything about it. I was hoping to use the wheel to steer and the triggers for Gas and Brake but the trigger suck on this controller. I'm not a fan of having to press with my thumb for gas and brake so it's going back. I'm much more happy with my BD&A wireless Pro Elite Controller. http://www.gamestop.com/Catalog/Prod...oduct_id=78621

[DirtyJerz32]

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Spent A LOT of time with it yesterday. Switched between Shift and GT5. At work right now and can't write up everything I want to say. Some good, some bad, some still not sure about. I'll post it up later today.

[DirtyJerz32]

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I just got mine impressions coming, looks kind of cheaply made to me.

That's the exact opposite of what I thought. Some are saying the same. To each his own really.

[JMD]

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That's the exact opposite of what I thought. Some are saying the same. To each his own really.

Yeah once I used it it felt better then it looks, the shininess gives it a cheap look, it appears to be built fine.

[DirtyJerz32]

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So I’ve been using HKS Racing controller for a day now and I must say I’m pleased and annoyed at the same time. I hope this helps some people who are on the fence with this alternative to the PS3 analog controller and people without the space for a true wheel.

Controller: I wish it was a wireless controller but, it’s not a deal breaker for me. Maybe the HKS2 will be wireless. The cord is long enough that I didn’t feel like I was pulling it out of the ps3 at anytime. Sometimes I can get a little crazy when playing racing games, like moving the controller in the direction of where I’m going. Anyway, I like the solid feel of the controller and its sturdiness. It feels solid in my (big hands & fingers) and never did I feel like it was too small. It has a non slip feel on the back and red racing look on the front. It makes me feel like I’m using a racing controller and not the regular one. That’s just me though. The digital read out on the controller is in one word, useless. Not once have I looked down to see how much pressure I was putting on the pedals. I guess its eye candy for the designer, that’s the only thing I can think off.

Buttons: While I’ve been switching back and forth between GT5 and NFS Shift and I loved the button on the back of the controller that lets you shift between each game easily. That’s really nice to see as it saves time and you don’t have to change the button layout in either game. Of course if you wanted to you can. There’s a macro button on the controller that lets you remap the controller how you want it. If you didn’t want to use the wheel or accelerated/brake pads you don’t have to.

Steering wheel: I’ve seen some people say they like the wheel and others say they don’t. I think it comes down to personal preference. I don’t find it twitchy at all and have no problem staying on my driving line. The faster you go the harder it is to stay on that line but, that’s the way it supposed to be. I don’t like using the analog stick as the steering wheel and this helps tremendously. I still find myself using the analog stick only out of habit. I move back to the wheel as soon as I feel like I’m using it. Again, trying to re-program 10 + years of PS gaming. In NFS only, I found that you can change the steering sensitivity and other commands if you need to make it feel tighter. I think its fine but, that’s personal preference.

Miscellaneous: This may be an isolated incident but, everyone once in a while when I’m searching in the menus the controller will disconnect, tell me to reconnect and press start. I’m not sure if this has been happening to anyone but, it’s a little annoying. It has only happened once during a race however but, has happened with both games. Little strange so if anyone else is having this issue please let me know.

Final Verdict: I would give it an 8/10, all in all nice alternative to a real wheel and better than the regular analog controller. However; because of the disconnect issue I’m going to give it a 5/10. If it comes to be something with my system usb ports or I have a bad controller I’ll go back to the 8/10. Hopefully it has nothing to do with the manufacturing of it and I just have a bad one. If you’re on the fence about it, don’t have the space to get a wheel, or the money and hate using the controller I’d say pick it up. If you have the space and money, get the wheel. But, this is a nice controller and will continue to use it with all my racing games.

[Joey]

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DirtyJerz, thanks for the detailed review!

[DirtyJerz32]

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DirtyJerz, thanks for the detailed review!

Anytime . Hope it helped.

[LingeringRegime]

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Thanks Dirty. I plan on trying to find one tonight.

[djcorrosive]

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Ok, so we established, in your opinion, the HKS is a better option than the DS3.

In your opinion, is it worth the $50??

Played with a bit more last night and today....yes, it's worth the $50. If you're an avid racing game fan with multiple racing games and absolutely cannot set up a wheel for whatever reason (space, $, etc.) then yes, I would recommend the controller.

As DirtyJerz32 pointed out, it's about reprogramming years of using a standard controller for these games. If you don't like the feel of the controller at first you should stick with it for a few days. Most places give you a week to return things if you don't want it. That should be plenty of time to make a decision. Now that I've had a few days of using the wheel I've gotten used to its feel. Under/Over-steer is no longer as much of an issue and maintaining a racing line is much easier.

Now I just wish I could use it for Forza too.

[DirtyJerz32]

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Now I just wish I could use it for Forza too.

That would be nice!