Buy Nyko Raven Wireless Controller for PS3 (Xbox 360 Orientation)

Description

The Raven is a premium, full featured, wireless controller for PlayStation 3 featuring a totally unique ergonomic design built from the ground up to meet the demands of the most rigorous of gamers. The Raven wireless communicates to the PlayStation 3 through a USB dongle, providing 25 feet of freedom to game. A unique ergonomic design allows for maximum comfort during intense game play sessions and features specially designed angled trigger buttons keep fingers from slipping off. The Soft Feel Surface covers the entire body of the Raven, providing a comforting grip that is secure yet soft. Built in rumble and Multi-Axis directional control means you’ll be able to control and feel every game in your collection. Each Raven features fully analog buttons and control sticks for 255 degrees of sensitivity for the utmost control in all your favorite games. The built in Lithium-Ion battery provides up to 25 hours of playtime and can easily be recharged through any Mini USB cable or Nyko’s Charge Base 2. Available in both a standard and alternative analog stick orientation the Raven allows for you to choose exactly how you want to play. The Raven is gives your unparalleled comfort, control and choice.

Features

• Unique ergonomic design for added comfort
• 25 foot wireless range
• Soft Touch finish provides superior grip
• Built-in rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery provides up to 25 hours of playtime
• Trigger inspired shoulder buttons provide faster response time

Customer Reviews

Good until it the batteries wear out
Mr. Ugo

This controller is a replica of the Xbox 360 controller, for PS3 use. I bought it as an alternative to the PS3 controller and it worked great as long as it worked! Its been 10 months and the battery charge last no longer than 4 hours while using it and if you charge it and store it, its dead after one week of no use. So this controller wil work great while it lasts, but been forewarned that it doesn't last very long. I purchase my the controler in March 2012 and its almost non useable as of January 2013, due to the crappy battery.

Nyko Raven = Suitable substitute
Joshua R Wadhams

This controller is not perfect, no third party controller that I've ever experienced is. But the truth of this controller is that it is as close as you can get to playing a Playstation 3 with an XBOX 360 controller. The layout is perfect, with the ability to swap the shoulder button functions with the triggers. The size, shape and ergonomics are all top-notch, much more comfortable than a standard Dualshock 3 for marathon gaming. The buttons and triggers are all sensitive enough to get the job done right. The only real issue I have is with the thumb-sticks. They do have a lot of dead zone issue, something Nyko has fessed up to, but failed to fix even though they claim they have. This one problem is not enough to keep me from using this controller every single day.Let's face it, you most likely want this for some FPS action. Me too! I play Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 exclusively with this controller, and I finish 99% of games with a positive kill/death ratio. Maybe the dead zones in the analog sticks would prevent you from accurately playing a sniper class, but it is still accurate enough to play a SMG, LMG, shotgun, or assault rifle class with zero difficulty. And I am not a camper, waiting for someone to cross paths with my stationary cross-hairs. I am a run-and-gun "Drop Zone" and "Domination" player. This controller really does work!There is no reason to purchase a controller converter that will cost you anywhere between 12 and 100 dollars. Plus, most of these will only allow you to use a wired controller and still won't allow you to re-map the bumpers and triggers!There is no reason to continue to struggle with a Dualshock 3, pulling a trigger to throw a grenade and pushing a button to fire a gun (seriously? who the heck thought this made more sense than a trigger being a trigger??)There is no reason to look elsewhere. Nyko hasn't made the perfect controller, but they have made the best one the Playstation 3 has seen yet. Read more ›

Buy this, dont buy the pro elite ps3 controller.
ezfromdahillz

Fits well in the hands, has an awesome coating made of a rubber/plastic, does everything you need. I bought this the same time i purchased a pro elite ps3 controller and it is not even close to as nice.

Close but no cigar
Los conquistadores del gato!

Overall I love this controller! It's so cool to have one like this which has a slight feeling of being a PS3 controller, with more of an Xbox 360 controller slant to it. The controller is really cool looking, and feels great on its surface though it does feel a little bit uncomfortable in my hands.The one major problem I have with the controller is that when I have played Madden 13, sometimes the controller will not execute some commands such as attempting an audible before the snap on offense.Each time I use the controller I get more and more used to how the feel differs from the Sony brand PS3 controller.One minor thing that I dislike about the controller is that while it can power off the PS3, it cannot turn the PS3 on like the Sony controller can. I suppose this would be a non issue for most people whom probably have the Sony Bluray remote anyways, though I am not going to spend $25.00 for a remote right now. I just use the Sony Controller with which I can power my PS3 on and then switch to my Nyko Raven and then turn off the Sony Controller.It is nice that a Dongle to insert into the console is included with this controller! I did try another so called Bluetooth controller....did not work! With the dongle, you just insert it into the console and you are good to go! (After you charge the controller that is, as it does not come with a charge - you have to charge then controller before you can use it.)I was thrilled I was able to order this controller here on Amazon! I could not find this controller new in stock at any of my local retailers.Of course whether or not you prefer the Xbox or PS3, the Xbox controllers are superior by far when compared to the Playstation brand controllers. I would like to possibly purchase another Nyko Raven PS3 controller in the future if they can make a few changes such as:- More Color Options- Better Response- More comfortable feel- Longer Battery lifeOverall for the price, this is a great value! MUCH better than what I have seen as the $54.99 typical retail price for the Sony brand controller. Read more ›

Good idea, bad execution
Garrett Fett

This controller has a lot of promise, but ultimately falls short.I was drawn to the raven because it's styled like the Xbox 360 controller with the analog sticks asymmetrical and actual triggers.The triggers are great, better than the Xbox because they angle outward slightly to match your fingers, and the ability to switch the R1 and L1 with R2 and L2 is fantastic because most games don't have the ability to remap those controls. However, the actual R1/L1 buttons are HORRIBLE! Very squishy and often don't register when you press them (my guess is because they are pressure sensitive for when you swap with the triggers, but I have not tested this functionality) I usually need to press them on the side closer to the middle of the controller, which is counterproductive to the outward angled triggers. This is really bad for games like uncharted (reload) and call of duty (grenades).The analog sticks are also an issue. I had read reviews where people mention that the sticks have a large dead zone, but I found that the problem has more to do with the sensitivity. When you move the stick just a little bit it moves extremely slow (less than on other controllers), then about a third of the way to the edge it jumps to nearly maximum movement speed. My aim ends up jumping from side to side of the target because I can't fine tune my aim. For people who like the sensitivity extremely high this might be a plus, but for me it's very difficult to use.The raven is also a bit smaller than an Xbox controller, about a 1/2 inch off the sides. The Xbox is also bumped out where you place your palms while the raven is mostly flat with mildly sharp bottom grips. After playing for about an hour my hands started to cramp and hurt in the palm and pinky/ring fingers. I also found myself having to grip a bit harder to hold the controller as well because of its size. In trying to it to make it look like a raven, they sacrificed a lot of functionality.The Sixasis functionality works well, I tested it in killzone 2 and little big planet.Another thing that was noted by other reviewers as well is that you cannot turn on the PS3 with the controller. I also have to press the ps button twice when starting up, once to turn on the controller, and a second time to connect it to the PS3.I was hoping that this controller would be similar to the Xbox, or at least be more comfortable and functional than the DS3, but it's just a poorly executed product. Read more ›