Defender 2.4GHz Wireless Controller for PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC - Retro Fighters

43 Reviews

• 5

  Best DS Replacement Controller

  Posted by James Pingel on Jan 5th 2026

  I just ordered two more of these so that I have a total of 4 around. I have tried to nurse my original dualshock/2/3 controllers, I have tried buying new old stock... but this is by far the best solution for a PS1/2/3 controller today.
  
  It`s not as good as a brand new dualshock, but it is good enough for about 95% of the games I want to play. The only thing that isn`t quite the same is the pressure sensitive face buttons in driving sims (gran turismo). I think that`s because the face buttons are a different shape/size than classic playstation buttons of the era. Not a dealbreaker, I just play with slightly more driver aids in those games now.
  
  On the other hand, you get wireless controllers on the PS1/2 side which you don`t get with original controllers, and that is a nice upgrade. No issues with latency or dropping controls, so the controllers function great on that front.
  
  Overall, I`ve bought 4 of these because I can`t imagine being without them now. I think that says everything you need to know if you`re on the fence.

• 5

  Best Controller for PlayStation Systems

  Posted by Courtney Hardy on Jan 5th 2026

  Best wireless controller for PlayStation, PlayStation 2, and PlayStation 3 systems. Definitely recommend it.

• 5

  Awesome Controller

  Posted by Courtney Hardy on Dec 26th 2025

  Best Controller for PlayStation systems, especially for PlayStation 2. Better than other 3rd Party controllers.

• 5

  PS1 is back!

  Posted by Bryan Marek on Dec 13th 2025

  I couldn`t find a good original PS1 controller and I`m so glad I tried this. Even awesome on my PS2!

• 5

  Retro Fighters Defender (Transparent Blue) – Absolutely Fantastic

  Posted by Snir Sharristh on Nov 28th 2025

  I've been using the Retro Fighters Defender controller for my PS2 (transparent blue version), and honestly, this thing is amazing. It instantly reminded me of the Switch Pro Controller — the ergonomics, the comfort, the sturdiness — but adapted perfectly for the PS2.
  
  Compared to the original DualShock 2, this is way better in overall feel. The build quality is solid, the buttons feel great, and the analog sticks are smooth and precise. Best of all, it actually has proper pressure-sensitive buttons, just like the original controller, which is something almost every other third-party controller fails at.
  
  If I had to nitpick, the triggers have slightly shorter travel than I expected — not a dealbreaker at all, but something to note. Aside from that, the Defender is probably the best PS2 controller available today other than the original DualShock 2 itself. Everything else on the market is missing key features or feels cheap in comparison.
  
  If you're looking for a modern, comfortable, high-quality controller for the PS2, this is absolutely the one to get.
  
  Shipping and packaging was 10/10 also can't be happier

• 5

  Fantastic Controler and Seller

  Posted by Nicholas Crans on Jun 13th 2025

  The controller arrived very quickly, was undamaged, and works perfectly! Great seller, will (and already have) buy from them again.

• 5

  Ótimo controle

  Posted by Matheus Adriano on Apr 13th 2025

  Controle maravilhoso confortável e muito prático

• 5

  Solid Controller for PC Emulation

  Posted by Nathan on Mar 24th 2025

  Im using this controller with my PC for emulation of ps1,2,3 games and so far it has been working very well. The battery life is great and connecting the controller to the replicators only took a few clicks. It also comes with a wireless adaptor to fit on your ps1 or ps2 systems if you have those as well. If I had anyone to play with I would buy another one of these controllers haha.

• 5

  Retofighters Defender controller

  Posted by Angelo on Mar 14th 2025

  This has got to be the best controller for the consoles of the past, ive been scammed so many times on other sites like ebay and amazon with the standard ps3(before/after market) always being low quality but this right here is a genuine beauty and it feels smooth with every touch, and the design feels great more up to date in a way. I highly recommend, don`t wait because it might just sell out:)