SCEE not assuring enough DualShock 3 supplies for Europe launch

Posted Jul 4, 2008 at 10:24PM by QJ Staff Listed in: PS3 Tags: DualShock, Europe, SCEE, SIXAXIS, Sony
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dualshock 3 - Image 1 PlayStation 3 owners in Europe have been waiting for months to get their hands on the new DualShock 3 wireless controller from Sony Computer Entertainment Europe. While the demand is certainly great, the company has stated that it is unsure if it can keep up with the influx of customers on day one.

"It's going to be a close call as to whether we can guarantee enough stock for everybody day one, however, we'll be making regular shipments thereafter, in order to satisfy demand," said SCEE director of sales Mark Howsen.

The DualShock 3 controller has long been clamored for by loyal PlayStation  gamers who wish to continue enjoying vibration functionality that PlayStation One and PlayStation 2 systems had. In addition to the rumble feature, the DualShock 3 packs in the tilt-sensing properties of its predecessor, the SIXAXIS.

Despite the tremendous interest for the DualShock 3, Sony doesn't seem ready to abandon the SIXAXIS just yet. "We'll continue to offer the SIXAXIS controller for the time being, giving consumers a cost effective buying choice, based on their gaming needs," added Howsen. "Moving forwards, we'll monitor demand at retail."

Better head to your local retailers early to make sure you get your pads, European PS3 fans. But if you're not really a fan of vibration, you can always ignore it and be happy just the same with the SIXAXIS.



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Comments [refresh]

by cizzar - 2008-07-04 19:43
» Every "loyal PlayStation gamer"

Already has 1 imported from Asia, instead of waiting months and buying an overpriced one in Europe :

Europe 1 ds3 -> 60€

Import 2 ds3 -> ~70-75 €

by Gt4kill3r - 2008-07-04 20:30
» imports rulez

i bought one ds3 couple months ago from us for £40

by eambo - 2008-07-05 00:13
» Think they'll meet demands...

I went down to GAME today at near closing time to buy one, and the lady told me I was the first she had sold...lol. £40 for a Dualshock 3 Controller, which is months later, whereas it's only $50 in US, which is around £27. Why the hell are Europe gamers always getting ripped off, believe me I'm no richer than the Americans with PS3s, I can't afford to fork out £50 for every game and bloody accessory that comes out, yet we get them MONTHS later, and at a higher price!

by Musev - 2008-07-05 23:15
» ..

Its £35 in game and is'nt it to do with the way we're taxed?



you cant just work that sort of thing out the way you have, thats not how it works.

by tom189 - 2008-07-06 02:54
» Had Mine Imported

Its so worth it.

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