PlayStation PS1 DualShock Controller SCPH-1200 GI EMERALD GREEN MADE in JAPAN
Bottom line: The PlayStation PS1 DualShock Controller SCPH-1200 GI EMERALD GREEN MADE is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the controllers & gamepads category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Manufacturer description
Tested / working. Controller very clean / old box.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored PlayStation PS1 DualShock Controller SCPH-1200 GI EMERALD GREEN MADE… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the controllers & gamepads category. Sony'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.
Full Specifications
| color | Emerald Green |
|---|---|
| connection | Proprietary 9-pin |
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PlayStation PS1 DualShock Controller SCPH-1200 GI EMERALD GREEN MADE in JAPAN is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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