are ps2 controllers shit or is mine just old and worn out the pressure sensitivity of the face buttons on mine like hardly exists you gotta press the button super hard for full pressure and if you let off a tiny bit it jumps to 0 it was making gran turismo hard to play so i got a brook wingman adapter it feels way nicer on my dualshock 3

>>11837550 (OP)
Mine feels like shit too, but since I bought it used like 15 years ago I don't know if it's just factory shit or just too worn out

Might just need to clean the contacts. I’ve been using the same controller since 2009 with no issues.

>>11837550 (OP)
It's 25 years old, do some maintenance. Very easy to do a full disassembly and cleaning.

>>11837735
>>11837717
it been cleaned throguhly i always dissemble controllers when i get them because they disgust me kek

>>11837550 (OP)
I think they are shit. The joysticks get a weird stuck feeling after a while when you spin them in circles because the plastic around them wears down. And the membrane on the pressure sensitive buttons breaks easily

>>11837550 (OP)
The contact flex sheet oxidizes over time and needs to be replaced, make sure you know the type you need because there's several variations. That or get a restored controller. I don't like the later ALPS controller with two contact sheets you press together, Hosiden and Mitsumi are my preferred manufacturers.

>>11838078
thanks will look into it

>>11837550 (OP)
>"Are Ps2 controllers shit? Mine only lasted 24 years before it started showing some slight issues"

The level of retardation on here is truly impressive.

>>11838132
if you could read you woulda noticed im asking if its shit or if its because its old and worn out

My PS1 controllers are all still great, yet I've gone through 2 PS2 controllers pretty quickly. I always get annoyed at games that force you to use the DS2 when I have the DS1 plugged in. Like WHY.

ps2 controllers always hurt my hands. the dpad and the buttons aren't comfy at all

With my current controller I'm having the issues the other posters described. And I remember having issues with them when the PS2 was current, whereas the GameCube controllers held up better. So yeah I would say that they're shit. I've always preferred the PS1 controller because it feels like a tank in comparison but not all games work with it. If the games had patches that would be great.

>>11838078
An example of a bad contact flex sheet (alps pressure fit.)

>>11838414
Example of a healthy (new) flex sheet.

>>11838416
>>11838414
Q: Why does this happen?
Humidity, oxygen, build up on the connector resulting in a short.
Q: Can it be fixed?
Easily, one method is to clean the original connector with a q-tip and alcohol. These traces are thin and can be damaged or worn away easily. Sometimes they are too far gone and need to be replaced.
Q: How do you replace it?
Purchase a replacement flex sheet, verify it is one that will work in your controller. Installation can vary, Hosiden and Mitsumi pads are single sheets, Alps are more commonly two sheets. Some require de-soldering, some are simple opening a latch and installing the new one. If soldering use a lower temperature like 270c to remove the connector so you don't damage the PCB.
Q: Hosiden, Mitsumi, Alps?
PlayStation controllers are manufactured by other companies, in fact almost all controllers ever made are outsourced. Mitsumi is the same company that Nintendo has used since the 80s. They mostly feel the same, pressure fit ALPS pads feel a little different but perform the same. It comes down to preference what you like.
Q: Why doesn't this happen to PS1 controllers?
They use a printed circuit board instead of a flex sheet.
Q: Does this happen to PS3, 4 and 5 as well?
Yes.
Q: I don't want to do any of that I just want to have a working controller!
Check my ebay.

>>11837550 (OP)
Always been shit. The original dualshocks from the ps1 are much sturdier. I would recommend those instead. Some games don't work though.

There are also lots of fake ds2 controller which make matters even worth. But yes, even genuine ps2 controllers are shitty. Sony cheaped out for sure.

>>11838432
>Check my ebay
Okay mr ebay/anon...