Pre-Ordered/Waiting for...

[argyle]

Those controllers DO look really sharp, but they're 3rd party right?  I've never heard of the company "PDP" - is their stuff any good?

Have you heard of Pelican?  They're Pelican.  They've made third party stuff for years.  I haven't had much luck with third party stuff.  So I assume all of it is trash.  That outlook has worked for me so far. 

By the above logic: PDP = Pelican = trash

Ah, ok, Pelican I know.    I've never been a fan of third-party accessories of any kind really, but there is the very rare exception where someone beside the console manufacturer makes something that's really high quality.

I don't expect this to be one of those times. 

[turf]

Those controllers DO look really sharp, but they're 3rd party right?  I've never heard of the company "PDP" - is their stuff any good?

Have you heard of Pelican?  They're Pelican.  They've made third party stuff for years.  I haven't had much luck with third party stuff.  So I assume all of it is trash.  That outlook has worked for me so far. 

By the above logic: PDP = Pelican = trash

Ah, ok, Pelican I know.    I've never been a fan of third-party accessories of any kind really, but there is the very rare exception where someone beside the console manufacturer makes something that's really high quality.

I don't expect this to be one of those times. 

There are times that 3rd party stuff is good, but those are few and far between.  Hori has an excellent reputation.  I've heard the MadCatz fight sticks are fantastic.  My SNES Ascii Pad is great.  And, who can forget the NES Zipper?  I wish I have 10 of those little jewels.

[disgaeniac]

not top of the line -but- Logitech's always done right by me.

[soera]

I do like Hori stuff for sure.

Im also partial to MadCatz microcons and wish I had one for every system made.

[argyle]

not top of the line -but- Logitech's always done right by me.

Logitech's wireless controller for the PS2 is still my go-to controller on that system.  And I've been using their bluetooth keyboard that was made/marketed for the PS3 on my PS4 lately, still works like a champ. 

[abe]

I've never been unsatisfied with any Logitech products I've bought. They're pretty sturdy and last a long time too. I've got an old Logitech Dual Action PC controller from many years ago and it still works just as well as the day I bought it. I even like the feel of it better than some of my 1st party console controllers. The prices on Logitech's stuff is generally pretty good too.

[disgaeniac]

not top of the line -but- Logitech's always done right by me.

Logitech's wireless controller for the PS2 is still my go-to controller on that system.  And I've been using their bluetooth keyboard that was made/marketed for the PS3 on my PS4 lately, still works like a champ. 

Funny you should say that

When I made my post - it was with the PS2 wireless controller & the keyboard (which is still working & still being used w/ my PS3) in mind 

So that keyboard works well with the PS4, too?!

That is good to know!

And yeah, Abe - as far as pricing's concerned...I've never felt like I was paying too much for any of the Logitech stuff that I've bought & used over the years; fairly priced merch, IMO!

[argyle]

So that keyboard works well with the PS4, too?!

That is good to know!

Yup - in fact (and I don't know if it's like this w/ the PS3 or not) but Final Fantasy XIV even recognizes the touchpad on the keyboard so you can use that like a mouse if you want.  The only trouble I've had with that keyboard is that I used it so much that the letters were rubbing off the keys.    Grabbed this from Amazon and it's as good (or maybe even better!) as new!

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000GE16LW/ref=wms_ohs_product?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[disgaeniac]

So that keyboard works well with the PS4, too?!

That is good to know!

Yup - in fact (and I don't know if it's like this w/ the PS3 or not) but Final Fantasy XIV even recognizes the touchpad on the keyboard so you can use that like a mouse if you want.  The only trouble I've had with that keyboard is that I used it so much that the letters were rubbing off the keys.    Grabbed this from Amazon and it's as good (or maybe even better!) as new!

Heh, that's awesome - I never would have even thought to look for such a thing!

I dunno...maybe I was in a fugue state, or something -but- after 'coming to' and finding myself in a GS store, whilst browsing the aisles, I found a PS3 game that I *really* didn't want that badly.

Which game?

Lightning Returns.

However, after seeing it (I'm guessing; mis) marked @ $9.99 (still sealed, no less:) I picked it up.

Also pre-ordered 1 each of:

Rorona Plus

and

Akiba's Strange Trip.

[bobster]

So that keyboard works well with the PS4, too?!

That is good to know!

Yup - in fact (and I don't know if it's like this w/ the PS3 or not) but Final Fantasy XIV even recognizes the touchpad on the keyboard so you can use that like a mouse if you want.  The only trouble I've had with that keyboard is that I used it so much that the letters were rubbing off the keys.    Grabbed this from Amazon and it's as good (or maybe even better!) as new!

Heh, that's awesome - I never would have even thought to look for such a thing!

I dunno...maybe I was in a fugue state, or something -but- after 'coming to' and finding myself in a GS store, whilst browsing the aisles, I found a PS3 game that I *really* didn't want that badly.

Which game?

Lightning Returns.

However, after seeing it (I'm guessing; mis) marked @ $9.99 (still sealed, no less:) I picked it up.

Also pre-ordered 1 each of:

Rorona Plus

and

Akiba's Strange Trip.

I really gotta get back to playing Lightning Returns... It's so weird compared to the previous two.

[disgaeniac]

So that keyboard works well with the PS4, too?!

That is good to know!

Yup - in fact (and I don't know if it's like this w/ the PS3 or not) but Final Fantasy XIV even recognizes the touchpad on the keyboard so you can use that like a mouse if you want.  The only trouble I've had with that keyboard is that I used it so much that the letters were rubbing off the keys.    Grabbed this from Amazon and it's as good (or maybe even better!) as new!

Heh, that's awesome - I never would have even thought to look for such a thing!

I dunno...maybe I was in a fugue state, or something -but- after 'coming to' and finding myself in a GS store, whilst browsing the aisles, I found a PS3 game that I *really* didn't want that badly.

Which game?

Lightning Returns.

However, after seeing it (I'm guessing; mis) marked @ $9.99 (still sealed, no less:) I picked it up.

Also pre-ordered 1 each of:

Rorona Plus

and

Akiba's Strange Trip.

I really gotta get back to playing Lightning Returns... It's so weird compared to the previous two.

You liking what you've played so far?

[abe]

So that keyboard works well with the PS4, too?!

That is good to know!

Yup - in fact (and I don't know if it's like this w/ the PS3 or not) but Final Fantasy XIV even recognizes the touchpad on the keyboard so you can use that like a mouse if you want.  The only trouble I've had with that keyboard is that I used it so much that the letters were rubbing off the keys.    Grabbed this from Amazon and it's as good (or maybe even better!) as new!

Heh, that's awesome - I never would have even thought to look for such a thing!

I dunno...maybe I was in a fugue state, or something -but- after 'coming to' and finding myself in a GS store, whilst browsing the aisles, I found a PS3 game that I *really* didn't want that badly.

Which game?

Lightning Returns.

However, after seeing it (I'm guessing; mis) marked @ $9.99 (still sealed, no less:) I picked it up.

Also pre-ordered 1 each of:

Rorona Plus

and

Akiba's Strange Trip.

Akiba's Strange Trip? When did the name get changed?

[argyle]

The timer was a real turn-off for me in LR.  The combat is a lot of fun, and the world is begging to be explored, but with the timer you feel like you're being penalized for doing so. 

My other issue is that the "story" is complete nonsense and doesn't line up with the other games at all from what I could tell.  They could have easily continued directly from the story of X-2 - which was an absolutely brilliant game - but for some reason they decided people really wanted Lightning back?  Iunno, I liked Vanille better myself.

All that said, I'll still give it another shot eventually - I'd grab it for $10. 

And wow - speaking of Lightning Returns - I never knew this was a thing.  This controller looks awesome!   


http://www.gamestop.com/ps3/accessories/dualshock-3-wireless-controller-gamestop-exclusive-lightning-returns-final-fantasy-xiii/113498

[bobster]

So that keyboard works well with the PS4, too?!

That is good to know!

Yup - in fact (and I don't know if it's like this w/ the PS3 or not) but Final Fantasy XIV even recognizes the touchpad on the keyboard so you can use that like a mouse if you want.  The only trouble I've had with that keyboard is that I used it so much that the letters were rubbing off the keys.    Grabbed this from Amazon and it's as good (or maybe even better!) as new!

Heh, that's awesome - I never would have even thought to look for such a thing!

I dunno...maybe I was in a fugue state, or something -but- after 'coming to' and finding myself in a GS store, whilst browsing the aisles, I found a PS3 game that I *really* didn't want that badly.

Which game?

Lightning Returns.

However, after seeing it (I'm guessing; mis) marked @ $9.99 (still sealed, no less:) I picked it up.

Also pre-ordered 1 each of:

Rorona Plus

and

Akiba's Strange Trip.

I really gotta get back to playing Lightning Returns... It's so weird compared to the previous two.

You liking what you've played so far?

I'll basically mimic what Argyle said in that having the timer stressed me out a bit. I purchased the strategy guide so I'd get an idea of what's available to me at what points, but I haven't played it since I received the strategy guide. My GF and I have been busy playing Yoshi's Island on super nintendo

[disgaeniac]

So that keyboard works well with the PS4, too?!

That is good to know!

Yup - in fact (and I don't know if it's like this w/ the PS3 or not) but Final Fantasy XIV even recognizes the touchpad on the keyboard so you can use that like a mouse if you want.  The only trouble I've had with that keyboard is that I used it so much that the letters were rubbing off the keys.    Grabbed this from Amazon and it's as good (or maybe even better!) as new!

Heh, that's awesome - I never would have even thought to look for such a thing!

I dunno...maybe I was in a fugue state, or something -but- after 'coming to' and finding myself in a GS store, whilst browsing the aisles, I found a PS3 game that I *really* didn't want that badly.

Which game?

Lightning Returns.

However, after seeing it (I'm guessing; mis) marked @ $9.99 (still sealed, no less:) I picked it up.

Also pre-ordered 1 each of:

Rorona Plus

and

Akiba's Strange Trip.

Akiba's Strange Trip? When did the name get changed?

 

It didn't 

I've listened to a lot of the Doors (and a little of the Dead) + me just not paying attention = "Akiba's Long, strange Trip"; maybe!