Brook PS4/PS3 to PS2 Converter: Unboxing, testing and review
1,358In this video I unbox, test and review the Brook PS4/PS3 to PS2 Converter.
Available here:
Focus Attack:
https://www.focusattack.com/brook-super-converter-ps3-ps4-to-ps2-ps1-adapter/
Arcade Shock:
https://arcadeshock.com/products/brook-converter-various-configurations?variant=39347260813
Brook Website:
http://www.brookaccessory.com/detail/44237976/
Firmware:
http://www.brookaccessory.com/download/PS2/
Description from their website:
Features
Compatible with gamepads and joysticks
Auto-register controllers
Optimal button mapping
Vibration support
Lightweight and USB-sized
Work on PS2 and PC
Hot swapping
Full compliance with environmental standards
No original controller needed for verification
Firmware upgrade
Description from FocusAttack.com:
The classics never die. Brook - makers of the popular Super Converter family - offers Playstation 2 players a love letter for the original console. The Brook Super Converter is a USB-based adapter designed to convert your Playstation 4 or PS3 peripheral for use in the original FAT or Slim Playstation 2 console, plus original Playstation 1 or PSOne console.
PS3/PS4 WIRED AND WIRELESS CONTROL
The included USB A port on the PS3/PS4 to PS2 Super Converter's main body will accept most wired gamepads and arcade sticks. For those who prefer wireless control - something not as common to PS2 owners at the time - you can connect your modern controller to the Super Converter via Bluetooth. See instructions in "Support" tab to initiate a wireless connection.
VIBRATION SUPPORT
There were hundreds of titles on Playstation 2 that utilized vibration for special effects during gameplay. You can have the same experience on any supported PS3/PS4 gamepads thanks to the Super Converter's vibration support.
PC-COMPATIBLE
For those who often play on PC, the PS3/PS4 to PS2 Super Converter features a mini USB output. You can connect a mini USB cable to your computer and utilize the converter's Xinput support to control modern titles. Additionally the PC connection is used to upgrade firmware when necessary.
FULL-FEATURED, FIRMWARE UPGRADEABLE
The Brooks Super Converter has several convenient features to improve the control experience.
Accepts FightSticks, wired Playstation 3/4 gamepads, and steering wheels amongst other original and 3rd party PS3/4 compatible peripherals.
Switch between PS2 and Xinput (PC) mode via switch.
Supports mapping a single or combination of buttons to a Turbo function for rapid fire play.
Ability to hot-swap peripherals without unplugging the device from the console.
Vibration support when used on PS2 console.
In addition, the Brook Super Converter is firmware upgrade-able, which can be used to improve functionality, and add new features. Firmware updates are performed by attaching your device to a Windows PC, or Mac with Boot Camp partition or Parallels Virtual PC software.