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DEVMO PlayStation 2 Controller to PlayStation 3 or PC Adapter
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DEVMO PlayStation 2 Controller to PlayStation 3 or PC Adapter

Bottom line: The DEVMO PlayStation 2 Controller to PlayStation 3 or PC Adapter: Uses original PS2 controllers on PS3 or PC over a single USB connection; main trade-off: no motion sensing; PS3 Sixaxis/tilt games won't work.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Uses original PS2 controllers on PS3 or PC over a single USB connection
  • ✓ Vibration/rumble supported in compatible games
  • ✓ Plug-and-play: connect pad, plug USB, no driver install needed

Cons

  • ✗ No motion sensing; PS3 Sixaxis/tilt games won't work
  • ✗ Only compatible with original PS2 controllers, not third-party clones
  • ✗ Needs a direct USB port; unreliable through a USB hub
  • ✗ Ships as adapter only; no controller or extra cable included

Manufacturer description

- Brand New & High Quality- Adapter to use your PS2 controllers on your PC and PS3- Fully compatible with the console and control- Compatible with Sony's PS3 console- Material: Plastic- Color: Black- Size: Approx. 240*45*10mm- 1 x PS2 to PS3/PC Adaptor Converter

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored DEVMO PlayStation 2 Controller to PlayStation 3 or PC Adapter using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the controllers & gamepads category. DEVMO's controllers & gamepads lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for controllers & gamepads of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • Controller adapter allows PlayStation 2 controllers to be used with the PlayStation 3 consoles or PC | Vibration function supported in compatible games
  • Easy to use, just connect PS2 controller to the adapter then plug the USB cable into an available port on your PS3 or PC | For best results plug directly in device and not in to USB hub
  • Does not provide the motion sensing capability featured on PS3's wireless controller | Games requiring motion sensing abilities will not be compatible with adapter
  • Compatible with only original PS2 Controllers, PS3 console, and desktops/laptops with an USB Port
  • Package Contents: 1x Controller Adapter

Full Specifications

BrandDEVMO
Colorblack
FinishPlastic
Unit Count1 Count
Finish TypePlastic
ConnectivityWireless, USB
Model Number796753735602
CompatibilityPC, PS3
Connector TypeUSB Type B
Connection TypeWireless
Mfr Part Number796753735602
Number of Items1
Number of Ports1
Power Plug TypeNo Plug
Vibration/RumbleYes
Compatible DevicesGaming Console, Laptop, PC
Package Contents1x Controller Adapter
Smart Home CompatibilityNot Smart Home Compatible

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