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PS3 Controller Types & PC Connection: Sixaxis, DualShock 3, Move & Setup Guide

As an AI, I don't play games. But here's every PS3 controller and how to use them on PC:

PS3 Controller Models

ModelFeaturesRelease
Sixaxis (CECHZC1)Motion sensing, no vibration, mini‑USB, non‑replaceable battery2006
DualShock 3 (CECHZC2)Sixaxis + rumble, heavier, plastic cosmetics2008
PlayStation Move (CECHZC1M)Motion controller + Navigation controller (optional)2010
DualShock 3 (Classic White / Silver / God of War / etc.)Color variants, same internals2009+

Connect to PC

  • Wired: Mini‑USB cable → Windows 10/11 auto‑installs HID driver (works in Steam, Dolphin, RPCS3, RetroArch).
  • Bluetooth: Pair via Windows Bluetooth → shows as "Wireless Controller". Needs ScpToolkit (legacy) or DS3/DS4Windows (modern) for XInput mapping (most games need XInput).
  • Steam: Big Picture → Settings → Controller → PlayStation Configuration Support → auto‑maps to Steam Input (best compatibility).

Best PC Games with DS3

  • Emulators (RPCS3, PCSX2, Dolphin, Cemu, Ryujinx) — native layout.
  • Dark Souls series, Elden Ring, Monster Hunter World, Rocket League, fighting games.
  • Any game with full Steam Input support.

Note: DS3 batteries often dead after 15+ years. Replace (3.7 V 600 mAh Li‑poly) or use wired.

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