PS3 Navigation Move Controller - The Sidekick an essential part of the move controller system

PS3 Navigation Move Controller - The Sidekick an essential part of the move controller system

The first peripheral (and possibly the most important one) for PlayStation's Move system is the Navigation Controller. Like the Wii Remote's Nunchuck peripheral, this gadget allows for greater control over games that make use of the Move system. Unlike the Nunchuck, though, the Navigation Controller is wireless, and requires recharging.

The Navigation Controller is slightly shorter than the black part of the Move controller, and features an analogue stick, directional pad, two top mounted triggers and an X and O button. It frees up some of the responsibility from the Move controller (the X and O buttons specifically) and is meant for games in which the player needs to move their character around, as well as make motions with the Move controller.

Like the original controller the Nav controller is solidly built and comfortable to use. Folks with smaller hands may have to hold the controller slightly higher up to comfortably reach the analogue stick, which is right at the top of the controller's 'front'. This will make using the D-Pad a little uncomfortable. The positioning on the other buttons is fine but, once again, small hands may have a little difficulty.
This is a good addition to the Move system - actually, it's pretty much a necessity.

Pros :         - Greater Control
                  - Long battery life
Cons :        - Tough for small hands

by :  Alex Scanlon