FYI Playstation Hori mini controller works!

[mediamogul]

@maplestory said in FYI Playstation Hori mini controller works!:

I can confirm that the d-pad is fantastic.

That's good to hear. I've noticed that the videos where he trashes something always get substantially more views. So, while his opinion may come honestly, it's also in his best interest to be overly critical and hyperbolic.

[celly]

After reading this thread, I went out to Fry’s today and picked up a rpi3B+ and a Hori Mini (on sale for $29!). I gotta say, I’m pretty impressed. Feels solid, the buttons have good action, the analog sticks are tight but fluid, zero lag (obviously its over USB). I just busted out a good 20 minutes on Tetris and it felt right. As for the mini name, its missing the touch panel but is still as wide as the DS4. It doesn’t have the wing hand grips as the DS4 but its not too missed as the back has a small bumps on each side that cradle well while holding. I dig it. Might just grab another while they’re on sale.

[madmodder123]

I might try and take it apart and see if I can replace the analog sticks with rubber ones I have for PS4 controllers.
If I can't swap em out, it is not a big loss, the controller works great as is!

[madmodder123]

I did it!
Here are the pictures of them replaced:
https://imgur.com/a/VPx9RRD
I just need to add a washer/grommet so the replacements are up higher.
You can see the insides when you move the sticks, but that doesn't bother me.
Overall it will be a nice little upgrade once i'm done :)

[KN4THX]

@madmodder123 Where did you get the replacements and how easy was it?

[madmodder123]

@thedatacereal
It was stupid easy, keep in mind though I still need to add a washer/grommet to adjust the height on the replacements, but that shouldn't be too hard.
You can get 10 replacements from aliexpress for 1$, but they might take forever to get shipped, i'm sure they probably have them on ebay.
I just had to take the 6 screws off, remove the back, remove 2 screws holding in the analog stick PCB, and then swap em out.
I'll make something ghetto to adjust the height when I have time, or I could 3D print a little thing out :)

[KN4THX]

@madmodder123 Sweet, I might have to try that out. I'm in need of a quality controller that isn't too big for small hands. I love my PS3 controllers but they are starting to be inaccurate dpad wise due to age so it's becoming an issue.

[madmodder123]

I fixed it, just add 4x 4mm (A) washers to each of the analog stick poles (8 total). Now it works great!
Great upgrade for cheap :)
Plus now with the washers you cannot see the insides when you move the sticks :)

[mediamogul]

@madmodder123

I'd be interested to see some pictures of the final result if you're able.

[madmodder123]

@mediamogul
More pictures/tutorial: https://imgur.com/a/aEcThSI

The replacement sticks have the same size top as the originals, they are just rubberized and look like the original PS4 controller's sticks.

[mediamogul]

@madmodder123

Very nice.

[obsidianspider]

Target is now clearancing these out at $8.98 at most stores. If your store has some in stock, for the price, I think it's worth picking one (or more) up.

[VictimRLSH]

Will Emulation Station recognize the share, PS, and large center buttons?

[madmodder123]

@victimrlsh Just tested it, they are all recognized except the button "TP" (TouchPad) button that is used on the PS4 to mimic the touchpad being moved (I believe on the PS4 you press the button and then move the stick and it simulates the touch inputs.)

[crashsugar]

hi
did you used it with amiberry ? i can't get it to work with any amiga emulator.
i'm on pi zero

[Ranma]

Bit late to the party, but I've just got one of these for Retropie and I really like it. VERY responsive analogue sticks, zero deadzone, and a very nice D pad indeed. I'd been looking at the Retrobit Sega controllers but although they'd fit better with my Mega Pi, I've never been a fan of anything made by them tbh.

Anyway, only thing - I'd like to add some thumbstick caps rather than take it to bits to mod it. Can anyone recommend a set that fits? Would Switch Joycon ones fit? Thanks boffins!

EDIT: NVM, answered my own question. Bought some joycon caps from local Asda, seem to be just fine. Bit tight but seem OK so far.