5 Reasons Why The PS4 Controller Is The Ultimate Improvement

By Ryan N. Glenn /

The new generation of console gaming is upon us, and with it arrives a whole mass of riveting experiences that are sure to leave an impact on gamers for years to come. With the Xbox 360 and PS3 continuing their runs for the next several years, support for both the Xbox One and PS4 couldn't be any higher. Not only will both consoles receive their own amounts of attention, exclusives, and controversies, they bring with them improvements over their predecessors. The topic of focus right now is the PS4, most notably the brand new DualShock 4 controller. An overhauled version of the DualShock 3, baring a completely new design and familiar layout, the new controller is literally the future's take on the controller for gaming consoles. Ever since pinching in 400 bones to purchase a PS4, I must say: I LOVE the new controller. When I first booted up Killzone: Shadow Fall and dived into the control mechanics, I was enthralled. So enthralled, in fact, that I appreciated the controller for how it handled more than the on-screen visuals of Shadow Fall. It's that good. After various playing sessions and hands-on experience, I've found 5 consummate reasons why the new PS4 controller is the ultimate improvement from previous generations, and why it may just be the best console controller ever. Let's begin the countdown at #5. . .