The Biohazard "Dedicated" Controller: A Hands-on Look.

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  • Опубліковано 26 лип 2024
  • I recently got hold of the Biohazard Senyou Controller (バイオハザード専用コントローラー)by ASCII, and wanted to share my experiences with this lesser known peripheral.
    Gameplay footage was recorded from a PS2 connected to an OSSC using a component cable and then to an Elgato HD60s.
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  • @raccooncitycinema
    @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому +16

    Funny mistake on the box: They called S.T.A.R.S. "Special Tactics and Service" forgetting about the Rescue bit. Just in case it wasn't clear, that wasn't my mistake

    • @caidenangel7697
      @caidenangel7697 2 роки тому

      i know it is kind of off topic but does anyone know a good place to watch new movies online ?

    • @gunnerriley137
      @gunnerriley137 2 роки тому

      @Caiden Angel Flixportal :)

    • @caidenangel7697
      @caidenangel7697 2 роки тому

      @Gunner Riley thanks, I went there and it seems to work :) I appreciate it!

    • @gunnerriley137
      @gunnerriley137 2 роки тому

      @Caiden Angel Glad I could help xD

    • @WardenOfTerra
      @WardenOfTerra Рік тому

      Explaining an unfunny joke is pretty cringe.

  • @quinaquen298
    @quinaquen298 3 роки тому +16

    This is super unique and cool. I love that it comes with "healing herbs" tea that's such a well thought out addition.

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому +6

      haha yeah it was such a nice touch, especially how they mimiced the herb colors too. And shout-out to the dude who kept them sealed in package for 20 years. I wouldn't have had the strength

    • @amyhoard1222
      @amyhoard1222 3 роки тому +1

      I'm sure that tea is fine even though it's over 20 yrs past the recommended expiration date...

    • @johnr4836
      @johnr4836 3 роки тому +1

      @@amyhoard1222 how was it

    • @tadpolegaming4510
      @tadpolegaming4510 3 роки тому +2

      @@raccooncitycinema Dewit

  • @onibur4023
    @onibur4023 3 роки тому +12

    Cool, this channel is turning out to be a real surprise.
    I consider myself a good fan of the series but I didn't know these special controls existed

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому +3

      Yeah there's almost no information about the International version of this controller. I just found out about it last year, too.
      And hey, thanks for always stopping by!

  • @jaisontorres1301
    @jaisontorres1301 3 роки тому +7

    This is so sick, I wish we got a special controller for Remake

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому +3

      Yes! I love REmake so that woulda been awesome. Who knows, maybe we'll get a new chainsaw controller for RE4 Remake

  • @zaozao48
    @zaozao48 3 роки тому +7

    Why didn't UA-cam recommend your channel sooner? I really like your content. Looking forward to more.

  • @brycestrife5605
    @brycestrife5605 3 роки тому +8

    30 bucks??? Damn... That's a great deal man. I gotta say, I found the channel recently and I'm really impressed. This is VERY unique stuff here. Thanks man

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому +2

      Hey thanks so much!! I'm trying to cover lesser talked about stuff here.
      Biohazard stuff is pretty cheap here in Japan. I've seen copies of Zero for like 50 cents! I wanna buy Bio2 just for the stickers haha

    • @brycestrife5605
      @brycestrife5605 3 роки тому +3

      @@raccooncitycinema wow! 50 cents? That's awesome man! But yeah your content is UNIQUE and I really appreciate that effort. Can't wait to see what's coming! And wishes of happiness from utah!

    • @devastomondiale2241
      @devastomondiale2241 3 роки тому +1

      @@raccooncitycinema basically food it's more expensive than biohazard merchandise in japan... Interesting.

  • @metaldiscipline3955
    @metaldiscipline3955 3 роки тому +2

    I never knew this existed! I've always played the original games with the D pad and action buttons. That was the most comfortable way for me to play them.

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому +1

      I think the d-pad is the most comfortable too, but for some reason Code Veronica feels right for me on a Dreamcast analog stick.

    • @metaldiscipline3955
      @metaldiscipline3955 3 роки тому +2

      @@raccooncitycinema I agree, I first played it on Gamecube, and felt right at home with the analog stick. However when I swapped to ps2, I found myself playing the game with the D-Pad once again.

  • @peterbruin5154
    @peterbruin5154 Рік тому

    Had one back in late 90s. Thought it was the coolest thing ever!

  • @theironquack
    @theironquack 3 роки тому +2

    Damn that's super cool. Underrated video bro

  • @vinnievincent85
    @vinnievincent85 Рік тому +1

    I read the swedish gaming mag Super PLAY (1993 - 2009 RIP) when I grew up and they often had articles about wierd releases like this controller. I remember (I still have all issues saved) their guide for RE1 with their own wording on each segment of the game. "Snake'en crawling" still gives me the creepes when I was reading about the snake in the game. I did not have a PlayStation (PSX!) until maybe 1 year after this game came out so I had to fantasies about it while reading the guide. Of course this was way before youtube and internet so the only images you could get of games was from magazines.
    And ugh, yeah now about 25 years later I still play these games on my crt. Retro all the way!

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  Рік тому

      Right on man, that's awesome you still got those mags! I know how ya feel, I wanted that Game Boy Color port of RE1 so damned badly, I put the magazine ads on my wall haha. Couldn't believe it finally leaked and is playable

  • @TheSevenBeloved
    @TheSevenBeloved 8 місяців тому

    I really enjoyed this video, i just hate i found it this late because i bet the price for these are crazy now, but i appreciate how many games you covered for it. Great video.

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  8 місяців тому

      Thanks, I'm glad to hear that! And yeah, prices now are insane. I just checked Japanese Mercari and there's one for 4500 yen and another one complete for 12,000 yen! So there are probably some out there for a reasonable price

  • @Jhud69
    @Jhud69 3 роки тому +1

    Glad you got recommended to me man, your videos are great quality. And I had no idea about this controller. Looking forward for more!

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks so much! There's not a ton of info on this controller and couldn't find any translations of the box or on the tea, so glad people can take away something from this vid.

  • @SkullMan---
    @SkullMan--- Рік тому

    Wow, wonderfully made video! Came here because I was curious about this controller, will now check what else you have produced :)

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  Рік тому

      Thanks so much!! It's a pretty curious controller too haha
      If you like RE2, please check out my video because there's some really cool exclusive info in there!

  • @john-carroll
    @john-carroll 3 роки тому +2

    Fascinating video, never knew about this! Thanks for taking the time to troubleshoot this with the various PS1/2 RE games!

  • @Biohazard-wi7yt
    @Biohazard-wi7yt 3 роки тому +1

    This obscure senyou controller looks cool enough to have as an collectable, you make great content for all things Resident Evil.

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому

      Yeah for sure! With the stickers and tea, it's great.
      And thank you! There'll be more RE stuff coming soon

  • @GrayFuji
    @GrayFuji 3 роки тому +1

    Just found this channel! Good shit man! I love it! Keep up the good work!

  • @Omar-ok7gd
    @Omar-ok7gd 3 роки тому +1

    Superb work on this video buddy ... i didn't know this controller was a thing back in 1998

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому +2

      Hey, thanks so much man! Yeah surprisingly it's stayed pretty unknown all this time

  • @raul1642
    @raul1642 Рік тому

    hope you get big in youtube scene, your content is very good my friend

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  Рік тому +1

      Thank you so much! Hope you will enjoy what's coming next

  • @CryWarhead
    @CryWarhead 3 роки тому +2

    I still have this controller in the original box.

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому +1

      Oh cool! Do you have the international version or Japanese version?

  • @enrikekasijas705
    @enrikekasijas705 3 роки тому +3

    Never heard of it. Cool

  • @Blake_Stone
    @Blake_Stone 3 роки тому +1

    What an fascinating mix of good ideas and bad ones!

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому +2

      hahaha I really wanna use this sentence to describe things from now on

  • @nlg
    @nlg 3 роки тому +3

    i saw this on ebay and i was curious how it works. thanks for the video

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому +1

      Hey thanks for watching! Hmm, now to check prices on ebay

  • @Resimaster
    @Resimaster 3 роки тому +1

    Great review!

  • @shellshock10
    @shellshock10 2 роки тому +1

    Oh wow, did it come with herbal tea? Awesome!

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  2 роки тому

      Yes, as funny as that sounds! Easily my favorite RE collectible

  • @AmeliaOnMK
    @AmeliaOnMK 3 роки тому +1

    Damn found a new good youtuber 🥰

  • @A-Gaming-Memory
    @A-Gaming-Memory Рік тому

    Thanks for explaining the D-pad, i just bought one and thought it was broken! haha, thank you 🥰🥰

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  Рік тому

      Haha no problem, glad it was helpful. Enjoy the "new" controller!

  • @cammantia3482
    @cammantia3482 2 роки тому +2

    Wow! Why have they never distinguished the up/down and left/right like this again? I really like that concept.

  • @izzyalistair
    @izzyalistair 3 роки тому

    Cool video, take your sub sir

  • @DKFan4Life
    @DKFan4Life 2 роки тому

    Love how you use footage from Damnanation and REmake for the jokes about the expired tea lol
    I once wrote an article about this controller but I couldn't find one to actually test that was within my budget. This video definitely taught me things I didn't know. It's awesome you were able to test it on the PS2 games.
    Also, your channel is cool! I'm glad there's another RE/Biohazard channel, and one that covers lesser known stuff like the guidebooks. Will you be doing videos on the two RE Archives books?

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  2 роки тому

      Haha thank you! Out of context Re quotes are so funny 🤣
      Oh cool! Which article did you write? It's surprising how little info about this there is out there. I probably already read it.
      And yeah, these books are a gold mine for cool little details! I haven't thought about covering the Archives books because they're already in English, but considering how hard they are to get maybe I should. With everything that's in those books it'd probably be a 100 part video series haha

  • @diegojames8678
    @diegojames8678 Рік тому

    It’s definitely a cute collectors item . But it doesn’t seem like a must have for fans. Either way it was interesting and thanks for sharing!

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  Рік тому +1

      That sums it up nicely. After a year with it, I find that the rearranged buttons just mess with my head too much to use it since I switch between so many RE games on different consoles. Np thanks for watching!

  • @tanausu6133
    @tanausu6133 3 роки тому +1

    Just save up some of that green tea... After 2020 you just never know anymore...

  • @jordanpeterson5038
    @jordanpeterson5038 3 роки тому

    Intresting. You never know what you might come across

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому

      yeah for sure! I love browsing Mercari for Biohazard stuff, learn about all kinds of stuff. Latest find will be in the next video

  • @razieltalos
    @razieltalos 3 роки тому +2

    i dont play much these days but i may have to find one of these just because lol

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому

      haha and hey, maybe it'll give you a reason to revisit these classics

  • @AshWareEntertainment
    @AshWareEntertainment Рік тому +1

    I'm curious about how the tea actually tastes. I've seen this controller before but never knew it came with tea bags unless the English one didn't

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  Рік тому +1

      Me too, I don't think I'll ever open mine. I don't think the English one came with the tea either, I've asked a few people who said they had it but didn't hear back yet

  • @lunareclipse1882
    @lunareclipse1882 3 роки тому +2

    i think ill buy one just for that reason

  • @carloblank
    @carloblank 3 роки тому

    You got a subscriber

  • @jordanpeterson5038
    @jordanpeterson5038 3 роки тому +1

    I'd like to try that herbal tea.

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому

      haha me too, but I can't bring myself to open it after all this time

    • @jordanpeterson5038
      @jordanpeterson5038 3 роки тому

      Oh you mean because it's like a collector's item? That I understand.

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому

      yeah as a collector's item

  • @Chelsea1991FC
    @Chelsea1991FC 3 роки тому

    Still have it 😝

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому

      That's great you got one! Do you have the RE pad or a Japanese one?

  • @RagnarokiaNG
    @RagnarokiaNG 3 роки тому +2

    I think they advised you point the controller towards the TV like a gun, not sure if that was a good suggestion or not.

  • @Silverteamx
    @Silverteamx Рік тому +1

    I really want to try this, besides, there is a lot of fan games with the classic gameplay. How does it work with RE 0 and REmake?

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  Рік тому +1

      Yeah, it'd probably be good for Dino Crisis too. It's only for Playstation 1, so I don't think it'd work for RE 0 or REmake

    • @Silverteamx
      @Silverteamx Рік тому +1

      ​@@raccooncitycinema Yeah, I totaly forgot about Dino Crisis. It could work on PC with an USB adapter, or maybe the PS3 ports for RE 0 and REmake

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  Рік тому +1

      @@Silverteamx gotcha, that'd be interesting to try!

  • @alexandermckay9521
    @alexandermckay9521 3 роки тому +1

    Did I just stumble across an RE channel that’s actually good? Huh

  • @enevolentadversary2509
    @enevolentadversary2509 3 роки тому

    Yo is this a limited edition product? Cuz I never heard of this controller before.

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому +2

      I didn't find any info saying it was limited edition. It's hard to find much info on it at all...but it is pretty old so

  • @RealPowerRanger541
    @RealPowerRanger541 3 роки тому

    Should try this with a playstation controller to usb converter to try the games on pc

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому

      Yeah that'd be interesting to try. If it works with the HD mods might be the best way to play!

  • @RewindVideoz
    @RewindVideoz 3 роки тому +1

    So this will work with North American consoles as well? :O

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому +1

      It works like a regular ps1 controller so it should be region free! I only have JP hardware here so I can't confirm.

  • @justicelovetruth
    @justicelovetruth 3 роки тому

    Lol tea bags as a extra/gift

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому

      haha yeah, so random. But they did a great job making them RE themed

  • @TheRisingTide89
    @TheRisingTide89 Рік тому

    The difference from starting resident evil 2 on the standard ps1 remote and upgrading to just the analog seemed world changing😂megaman legends especially became a lot better to control wit the analog...i only used a few bootleg turbo controllers from a brand wit the word catz or kats katz, in it..wildcatz or some shit.

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  Рік тому

      Hahah oh man, you mean Mad Catz! Yeah I had an N64 controller from them and I think a memory card for Dreamcast that sometimes saved 🤣

  • @MyJoejoejoe
    @MyJoejoejoe Рік тому +1

    I had this when I was young. The UK/European version anyway. I found it utterly horrendous to use.

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  Рік тому

      Oh cool! Do you remember if it came with any stickers or bonuses like the Japanese one?
      And yeah, that's understandable if you didn't like using it, it's hard to adjust

    • @MyJoejoejoe
      @MyJoejoejoe Рік тому +1

      @@raccooncitycinema I don’t recall any special stuff. Certainly not in the box with Leon and Claire. I actually played RE1 when RE2 came out as there was no way my parents would let me play it when it first came out. I bought the game for £30 with birthday money and the controller was £5 if bought with either 1 or 2.

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  Рік тому

      @@MyJoejoejoe Ah, gotcha. That's really interesting to hear, thanks for letting me know! Not a bad deal either

  • @prestigeworldwide5682
    @prestigeworldwide5682 3 місяці тому

    So it works with the US version of Resident Evil?

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 місяці тому +1

      I don't remember if I tested it, but it should work

  • @andrewk7750
    @andrewk7750 3 роки тому +1

    This would be a good controller for kingdom hearts if it had thumb sticks..

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому +1

      oh yeah? Never played it and don't know where to jump in

    • @andrewk7750
      @andrewk7750 3 роки тому +1

      @@raccooncitycinema if you were to start (which I highly recommend) I’d start with kingdom hearts 1 and play them in release order.

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому +2

      ok, thanks for the input!

  • @MrFreefonix420
    @MrFreefonix420 3 роки тому +1

    Might aswell back yourself a chainsaw controller and enjoy the aim function that it has!

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому +1

      I'm afraid to even check prices for one of those. (>_

  • @ElricSowrd
    @ElricSowrd 3 роки тому +1

    You know that there's an American Version of the Controller, right?

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому +1

      Yep, as I said it's called the Resident Evil Pad. Looks way more expensive though...

  • @adriansoonx33
    @adriansoonx33 3 роки тому +1

    Hows the tea i prefer mint ones

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому

      haha I couldn't bring myself to open them unfortunately.

  • @Shishizurui
    @Shishizurui 3 роки тому

    stopped watching this video when he didn't know what Stars meant.

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому +1

      haha I was pointing out the typo on the box!! The box is missing the "Rescue" so I left out the R, check again
      Guess you missed it, so maybe I should pin a note

  • @T--xb8ko
    @T--xb8ko 3 роки тому

    you mean resident evil

  • @Moonboogie
    @Moonboogie 2 місяці тому +1

    It's unfortune that the US model is so hard to find and so overpriced when available. Because theu changed the control schemes for the localization, the Japanese pad inputs don't match.

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  2 місяці тому

      I'd love to go back in time and buy the GameCube chainsaw controller while I still had the chance too 😅

  • @Walamonga1313
    @Walamonga1313 3 роки тому

    Wtf and 30 bucks for all that?

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому

      You can get some great finds on Mercari in Japan!
      Or overpay for a rare Biohazard book that smells so bad it gives you a headache like I did..

  • @coramunro95
    @coramunro95 2 роки тому

    Sorry, but the chainsaw controller looks ridiculous with that tiny blade. Like a baby tool-toy.

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  2 роки тому

      haha can't unsee that now. For me, the ridiculousness is part of what makes it cool. But I'm weird.

  • @nightinxgale7083
    @nightinxgale7083 3 роки тому +1

    This thing looks horrible lol

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому

      haha it does look like a monstrosity birthed from the Arklay labs.
      That's also why I said it was surprisingly comfortable to hold because it looks so awkward

  • @kristofferinfante
    @kristofferinfante 3 роки тому

    2nd dislike! I’m not playing any games that have Japanese calligraphy!

    • @raccooncitycinema
      @raccooncitycinema  3 роки тому

      You can play it in English... And I translated the box and tea so you DON'T have to read Japanese. Is that deserving of a dislike?
      However, I appreciate you telling me the reason.

    • @hotpotato9118
      @hotpotato9118 2 роки тому

      The Japanese versions are the best