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Defender
Next-Gen PS1, PS2, PS3, PS Classic, Switch & PC Wireless Controller
$44.99
- **NEW** Firmware Update Available – Download Below
- Please note that the USB wireless version does not have Sixaxis functionality on the PS3.
- PS3 only Bluetooth version with six-axis compatibility coming soon!
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Introducing the
Defender
by Retro Fighters
Next-Gen Wireless Controller for PlayStation 1, PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, PlayStation Classic, Nintendo Switch & PC
A wireless controller for PS1, PS2 and PS3?
...but wait, there's more!
Get ready to wrap your hands around this truly one-of-a-kind controller. Dust off your PlayStation 1, PlayStation 2 and PlayStation 3 consoles and get ready to experience your favorite games like never before. Make sure you grab the most comfortable seat in the house because with a wireless range of 30+ feet and a battery life of 10+ hours per charge, you'll be pulling all-nighters!
Say "No" to confinement
...and game from afar!
With 2.4GHz wireless technology and a range of 30+ feet, the Defender makes the days of sitting 5 feet away from your console a thing of the past.
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Premium design and features baked in
The Defender is packed with all the features you’d expect from a next-gen video game controller. From its ergonomic shape and comfortable and responsive analog sticks to vibration feedback and turbo functionality, the Defender has got everything you want and nothing you don’t.
Looking for compatibility?
We've got you covered!
The Defender is compatible with the Sony PlayStation 1, PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, PlayStation Classic, Nintendo Switch and PC!
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features
- 2.4GHz Wireless technology
- Pressure sensitive buttons
- Turbo functionality
- Comfortable and responsive analog sticks
- Vibration feedback
- Compatible with PS1/PS2/PS3/PS Classic/Switch/PC
- Wireless range of over 30 feet
- LED indicator
- Includes both USB and PS1/PS2 receivers
- Includes USB charging cable
FIRMWARE UPDATE
SPECIFICATIONS
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MANUFACTURER | Retro Fighters |
COMPATIBILITY | Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 1, PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, PC |
RELEASE DATE | September 2022 |
COLOR | Black, Blue, Gray, Green |
ITEM DIMENSIONS | 5.5 X 4 X 1 (L X W X H) |
ITEM WEIGHT | 6.63 OZ |
UPC | 745808420994 (Gray), 745808421007 (Black), 745808421014 (Blue), 745808421021 (Green) |
PACKAGING | Retail |
WHAT’S INCLUDED | – Defender Wireless Controller – USB Wireless Dongle – PS1/PS2 Wireless Dongle – USB Charging Cable – User Manual |
Simply the best PS1 controller. The turbo function is fantastic for various uses. For Legend of the Dragoon it hits a 266% damage with magic items every time, and saves the button from wearing out. The ‘Auto Punch’ function is a nice touch as well, and perfect for RPG grinding. Connectivity is perfect and has not failed to sync a single time. Finally the USB dongle is a nice touch. My only grip is that it looks more like a switch pro controller than a PS1 controller, and I’m a sucker for retro looking devices. They grey is a nice touch however. OVerall I’m super happy and give it 9.5/10!
Rock-solid 4.5/5 controller. It is ALMOST a perfect replacement to the original dualshock 2.
The only thing holding this back from being absolutely flawless are a couple minor things.
I’ll list off every aspect of it separately so you can get a full understanding of what you’re getting here:
Shape: 9/10, fits my hands perfectly, my index fingers rest perfectly on the triggers and my thumbs on the d-pad and face buttons.
It feels super secure in my hands and doesn’t feel like it’s going to shift around in my hands as I play.
The materials are great, it doesn’t feel cheap at all.
Only gripe is that it is a bit on the small side, which isn’t a problem for me personally, except for the analog sticks feeling just a tad too close together. People with larger hands will probably find this controller to be too small.
I would suggest to make this controller slightly wider; stretch out the center of the controller but keep the sides exactly the same.
Button Feel: 10/10. All of the buttons and triggers and analog sticks have a perfectly tactile feel. No changes needed here.
If you’re familiar with OEM nintendo gamepads made since the wii era and especially the switch pro controller, then you’ll feel right at home with this.
Features: 10/10.
First, pressure-sensitive buttons are here. They work great, the sensitivity seems to be a little more sensitive than an OEM dualshock 2 in good condition, which honestly is a good thing.
Second, this controller has no right being this dang versatile. I mean, PS1, PS2, PS3, AND PC support!? This right here is outstanding. The controller Emulates the XBOX 360 controller when connected to a windows PC, and, works exactly like a real XBOX 360 controller does.
Third, it has turbo/rapid-fire button functionality which certainly can’t hurt.
Fourth, The bluetooth/wireless connection works great, it connects quickly without issue.
Fifth, input latency is exactly what it should be: not noticeable at all. I’m very sensitive to input lag and I can tell you the controller isn’t any slower than an OEM controller. With my PS2 connected to a CRT, it felt exactly the same as my OEM dualshock 2.
Sixth: USB-C connector for charging! Thank you Retrofighters for not using a micro usb connector.
Seventh: The color options here are great. I love the translucent blue one and got that one, it reminds me of my ocean blue dualshock 2 from back in the day.
Now to address my one major gripe with this controller, and that is the trigger and analog stick sensitivity calibration.
This controller, at least my particular unit, exhibits a sub-optimal calibration with the analog inputs; the triggers and the analog sticks.
My controller’s analog inputs are too sensitive; they reach 100% before being fully tilted/pressed.
The sticks are registering 100% at about a 50% tilt, and the triggers at about an 80% press.
This was true using it on both my PS2 and PC. I also made sure to update the firmware on the usb dongle.
I’m not sure if this conservative calibration is intentional, it could be there to reduce faulty controllers from the factory. If it is intentional, it’s overkill and it’s hindering an otherwise perfect controller. If it’s unintended, then they need to make efforts to improve the analog calibration.
For PS2 games, this calibration issue isn’t a big deal as almost no PS2 game requires super high levels of analog precision.
But it’s advertised as a PS3 and PC controller as well, which is where you’re going to notice this the most and it definitely leaves a bit to be desired there.
If Retrofighters fixed these things, this would legitimately be an 11/10 controller, no question.
Phenomenal PS2 wireless controller, I purchased 4 of these because they were that great! Unfortunately I didn’t realize retrofighters had an entire website for them and purchased them off amazon. Pros: The controller and plastic doesn’t feel cheap, the buttons are pressure sensitive, and it’s wireless! It uses a usb-c charging cable, the battery life is over 8 hours per charge, the joystick feels good, and it comes with a turbo function!
The only slight con I can give this is the controller is slightly less sensitive than an original ps2 controller (meaning the joystick when moving a character from slow to moving fast has a smaller window in the joystick than the original ps2 controller). But overall this is the best aftermarket controller I have found, and I use these over my original ps2 controllers daily!
Overall I would rate these 9.5/10 stars!
(Would give them 10/10 of they would work on slightly improving the controller sensitivity, and possibly adding in a battery level button or light to tell the remaining charge of the battery)
-Best regards, DJ H
I got this to replace a PS3 controller that died on me and am more than satisfied with the purchase. It has a nice, sturdy feel to it and the controls are responsive. I’d definitely recommend this controller to anyone looking for a new controller for one of the older PS systems.