The Powersense Ball Controller | Octavius King

[@GazTheKitman]

WELCOME BACK OCTY!! Knocked it out of the park. Great video. Hope you are doing well buddy! ❤

[@JaxDagger]

Here here

[@Simon-ui6db]

Yay octavius is back ❤

[@TeddyBelcher4kultrawide]

I’m sorry, but she looks so stupid with that hair in her face. I’m not gonna take advice or listen to somebody talk about videos when they can’t even see. It’s not cute, it’s just bad.

[@zh84]

So glad to see you back, and as interesting and funny as ever. "It does look like a Playstation One controller with a HORRENDOUS tumour." Edit: thank you for introducing me to the phrase "tank controls". Back in the 80s one of my favourite games on the Spectrum was Quazatron. It was in 3D and you used the diagonals on the joystick to move. Twenty-odd years later there was a PC remake which I tried out. Instead of going in the direction you moved, you had to rotate the robot to point the way you wanted to go, THEN press Forward. I gave up in a couple of minutes. Tank controls.

[@octaviusking]

To this day if a game uses tank controls I get SO mardy. My brain just can't compute XD

[@josephkarl2061]

That controller could be a character in the Hunchback of Notre Dame 😅

[@thoughtengine]

Ironic, that when I try that in World of Tanks it's the least efficient way of changing course.

[@thoughtengine]

@@sparklesparklesparkle6318 It was said in jest and you know it.

[@thoughtengine]

@@sparklesparklesparkle6318 Tell that to the joker. You're getting excited over a nonsense problem.

[@BrazenScull]

Wonderful to see you back. “Like putting a party hat on roadkill” may enter my regular conversations from now on.

[@OverHaze]

Great to see you making videos again Octy!

[@callme_Sweetpea]

Welcome back, Octy! You have been missed ❤️❤️❤️

[@ruglund]

this has ALL of the Octy brilliance we love - well done you :-D

[@TimberwolfK]

I didn't even notice the massive ball at first because my brain was unable to process anything past "WHY IS IT POINTY AS SHIT?"

[@octaviusking]

HAHAHA! It IS unreasonably pointy yes

[@DampeS8N]

Wait, they aren't supposed to be.... Sigh, but I just got _back_ from the doctor!

[@branchonequal]

Is it as pointy as Peebs though.

[@petrolhead0387]

Honestly, it isn't a bad concept, it's just poorly created. I can imagine something like that (if it was better made) would be a good controller for someone with arthritis or a disability that could affect their hands Great video once again Octy, sending love and peace your way.

[@faenethlorhalien]

"Like putting a party hat on roadkill".... damn, I have missed your crazy metaphors. BRILLIANT.

[@JaapioNL]

Before anything else, Count Duckula?! Nice!

[@octaviusking]

Was actually a gift from a viewer!

[@jacobdewar4258]

Britishness increased by 2. Also I spy an Enemy controller in the back :p

[@WrestlingWithGaming]

So glad to have you back. You and your videos were missed! Also appreciate you sharing your experiences in the insomnia video. I need to take your advice and only work on scripts for things I'm excited about as well 😅. Welcome back 🖤

[@JamesPotts]

"The Space Orb was such a resounding success, let's buy the rights and make a console version!"

[@artebirklaus]

Welcome back Octavius. It is good to see you again, and in such good form! This video is top notch Octavius King material. Thank you also for the update-video which you posted earlier today. It too was much appreciated =)

[@MatOfTheDead]

what a delight this was to see pop up on my feed great to see you back making content

[@larryplympton9727]

Oh man have I missed your awesome reviews and incredible sense of humor! Thank you for making a long and crappy Monday way better than a Monday should ever be. :)

[@JaxDagger]

Playstation 2 controller was absolutely the nicest comfortable controller i've ever used and I still use one on my PC to this day xD also nice to see you back!

[@jorgealainr]

Glad to see you back with your sense of humor. Great video. Cheers from Brazil.

[@ACameronUK]

Great to see you back, and I learnt so many things about giant balls 🥰 it’s a win win

[@Larry]

You should try playing it with the PS1 game, "Forsaken", it was co-developed alongside the game!

[@espfusion]

I can't be the only person who first read "Foreskin"

[@michaeljarvisakasleepyjarv1698]

So Very Glad to see a new video from Octavius King today!!! Excellent!!! Glad you are back, and that you decided to continue making content for all us adoring fans.

[@igorszamaszow171]

"Get your PS by the balls with this unique controller!"

[@TygerTyger2010]

Welcome back Octavius! Fantastic to see you bringing out a new vid! I love your content and your humour ! 😝💖

[@branchonequal]

0:33 Which is funny because it accompanies the worst console ever. *runs away and hides under a desk* 8:19 That voice triggered a massive PTSD. Thanks, luv! 19:30 I was *not* expecting to see that one. 20:04 Maybe Triffs can help. I'd love to see the people who made this thing try it, the results would probably be the same. Welcome back, Octy! Glad to see you. 🙂 Thanks for this distilled content. ❤

[@gmorel1916]

Stoked to see notifications from your channel today. Just watched both vids. Glad to see you’re back and still making bangers. Sending you well wishes from the boonies of WV, USA lol.

[@wilkothewilkoman]

On my watch later list to watch with the missus. Excited to see Octavius back.

[@k9karl23]

Missed you! Glad to see you back. You find some of the most weird game and computer stuff. Do you and keep happy and healthy.

[@meganbarratt7457]

That's some GB-level baublery right there on that controller! Glad to see you back

[@tra779]

I had that weird PS1 Namco controller that twisted in the middle. It was made for racing games and actually worked OK for the time. also a great stress reliever when a game annoyed you as you could literally wring your controller.

[@lmcgregoruk]

NeGcon.

[@Scooter_Roundwell]

The weird ventilation holes on the box make it look like it's supposed to hold a futuristic Boglin.

[@ZombieGamer80]

*THAT CONTROLLER IS BOLLOCKS.* 😇👍 Welcome back Octy... Kitty, Louis or whoever you are

[@Mauvecube]

Fantastic to see you back, Octy! As always, great video!

[@jameslangridge8849]

A great return. Thanks ❤

[@mimkyodar]

and I've been on an Octavius binge lately! hurrah for new content. thanks ever so much

[@corradomorgana]

Good to see ya back. I remember that controller well(ish)...attempted to use the PC version as a cheap spaceball controller for 3d modelling and VR work in the 90's. Was shite. Proper desktop space mice controllers are pretty good though for architectural flythroughs. Same principle just better execution. Needs 1st person and anchor it to a desk and decent drivers.

[@scottmichaelhedge5055]

Great to see you again! Always enjoy your videos.

[@DisgracedSoul]

So glad you're back was worrying you'd given it all up! Hope you're ok 😊

[@jasonmuller1199]

Great video Octi so funny, love watching you struggle with terrible kit and games

[@DerAlchemist01]

Welcome back octy. It's so good to see you again

[@frankowalker4662]

What a ballache of a controller. :) Welcome back, Octy.

[@visitandolosclasicos]

I'm so happy to see you in another great video octy, welcome back !!!

[@wilkothewilkoman]

Love it. Love it. Love it. Thankyou for coming back. Been sat here laughing like a drain. In character, out of character...don't care. Just happy your back. KZbin IS my TV. You're 100% one of my absolute favourite creators. Just glad you're back. KZbin is brighter now you are.

[@serveaux]

Glad you're back, missed you, what a wonderful video to wake up to. 😊

[@fallwitch]

What a wonderful surprise to see your video pop up! So happy to see you again!

[@craigpowell4142]

Woo! New vid that even has a sneak appearance of a ratto! I actually had one of the PC Orb controllers and I managed to be "ok" with it, but still did better with a joystick or KB/mouse combo. Interesting idea but nowhere near an intuitive controller. And as you found out it was touchy as hell. Thanks Octy, be well!

[@jaythomas468]

Welcome back, love! But on-topic, though: I’ve actually SEEN this controller in person at a used games store before. I THINK the manufacturer of this peripheral thought something including a trackball was a good idea (at the time) because the PSX had that limited $700+ package with Net Yaroze and the ability to develop and run your own homebrew software (from my understanding of what I read about it YEARS AGO anyway, since I’ve NEVER actually seen one of those out in the wild). Plus, the PS1 had a FAIR AMOUNT of ports from the PC that still retained their “point-and-click” controls so having a controller with a trackball COULD POTENTIALLY make those type of games A LOT EASIER to play.

[@samuellawrencesbookclub8250]

Welcome back. You may not upload as often as you'd like to, but when you do it's always great stuff.

[@ihateapplebeeswa]

I was SO happy to see a video by you today. Hope all is well. Much love from Seattle..

[@AnimetionRich]

Genuinely 'get out of the corner you undead desk' had me laughing so much I had to rewind cos I missed half the Croc section 😂

[@MayorofGaming]

Love that you're back, and happy to see your character again

[@nBasedAce]

Now we know where Lance Armstrong's ball went.

[@lifeisraph]

Absolutely loved the video and I missed your sense of humor so much, Sarah! :) Absolutely brilliant video and I hope you will be publishing more soon

[@simonoleary9264]

I would pronounce ASCII as ASS-KEY, for boring technical reasons that I can't be arsed to go into. Welcome back Octy. 😊

[@ravenstalons154]

You fondled that piece quite well! Never had one, but remember seeing it. The Lance Armstrong of controllers!

[@oldhedders]

Welcome back. And, there isn't nearly enough thirst for Erend, so kudos for that.

[@Jackalblade9]

Welcome back! And good gods...I'd rather have my Power Glove back than muck around with this thing. It really does look like it has a giant growth on it.

[@ravennunamaker9084]

I was just thinking about you a day before this! I'm glad you're back!

[@Ryan_Hall136]

Thank you for the video Octavius. Your content always makes me smile ❤️

[@vitcawolfbane]

Welcome back! Missed seeing you on my subscription feed.

[@ciphermatrix]

Well I was looking forward to you coming back and really glad you are able to, but I didn't have Carry on Controller and exquisite ball related puns as the theme of your return video!! As much as the controller seems like it was dreamt up by someone who had poor design skills because they spend half their life with their hands down their boxers, I can appreciate the problem they were trying to fix - good lord going back to play anything pre twin analogue stick era absolutely sucks.

[@DEMENTO01]

this was such a funny video lmaoooo, also happy to see your fav racing game is wipeout too!! I love it so much, sad to see this controller made it unplayable too lol, honestly ive never seen one of these 360º ball thingies ever work i think it was all just 90s reinventing the wheel bs. also welcome back! missed you!

[@guttersnipe140]

"power bauble" had me creasing 😂 excellent vid mate! 😁

[@EmperorMAR]

Thank you for playing descent with this. The packaging makes it sound like Descent is the primary game this controller benefits. Hardware reviews are so much more unique and helpful than software ones. Great video!

[@GzeeBRII]

I don't know how your video got to my FP (maybe that's because all the other retro gaming videos I watch) but damn it was a good video, I'm happy to hear that you are back (Even that I never knew you left, if it makes sense)

[@The_Badseed]

What a pleasant surprise, welcome back 🥰 And so many ball innuendoes

[@raycerx87]

Good to see you back and reviewing a controller I've always wanted to mess with as a Playstation kid.

[@SoundwaveSG1]

Sweet episode so glad you're back. ❤

[@ddjsoyenby]

awesome to see you back octavious, and this was a great vid.

[@eribertogonzalez2160]

Yay, Octavius is back! Great to see you, love. Hope you're doing good.

[@damienmarks4719]

miss seeing your videos is awesome to see you back !!

[@bbanzai444]

the world is a better place when it contains new Octavius videos...

[@Sephyricon]

She's back!! Finally! You have been missed!

[@eddievhfan1984]

Welcome back, madlad! It also would've worked better as a tabletop arcade controller like the original PC variant, honestly. It's way easier to do those subtle control motions when you're not having to hold the damn thing up in the process, since the weight on that doesn't see negligible. Plus, I'm willing to bet (and you can likely confirm), there's no actual analog control at all-it just acts like a digital switch with extra steps.

[@WhatHoSnorkers]

Good Lord, that controller really WAS a pile of bobbins! What WERE they thinking? Glorious madness. and welcome back.

[@ChrisHopkinsBass]

I love northern adjectives like Bobbins 😂 Welcome back Octy! Also - my sister had one of those Count Duckulas back in the late 80s.

[@daylightdies7194]

I’ll admit I use this is bobbins quite often now 😂

[@josephaltman460]

So glad to see you back! Love you Oactav1us!!

[@alik1942]

Just gotta say that I’m so glad you’re back!

[@joepineapples9744]

Finally, the most gorgeous KZbinr is back....you were missed 😍

[@Zobbster]

Quality video, great to see you back again!!

[@daedalus547]

Welcome back Sarah! We missed you!!

[@ShaneOMac135]

Welcome back Octy! Good to see you haven't lost your love for utter tat.

[@ThePerradox]

Welcome back Octy! Great to see a new video. If they had made a white version of this bobbins they could have made it look like the Deathstar.

[@MLTharme]

Omg I remember this controller, thank the gods I never got it, I remember asking my parents for this to "improve" my Crash Bandicoot and wipeout play experience, so happy I NEVER got this!!! Also glad to see your well and awesome Count Duckula plushie x

[@yogibear2k220]

I have been wondering about this controller ever since I saw a picture of one on LGR a couple of years back. He was reviewing the PC version of this so it was great to see the PS 1 version here. Personally I prefer the X box one controller as my favourite controller, but, hey, what do I know. A woman of your standing with many years in the industry obviously knows more than me with very little. I do hope you are going to stay for at least a couple more vids. I mean, I know Pete, (The Nostalgia Nerd,) is your mate and he has an amazing channel, but he doesn't have rats! That's what brought me here! (and the colab vids you used to do together. (you and Pete, not you and the rats, but then, I can see the rats playing with this controller.)) I hope the rats are OK. Rats are so cute. Even the wild ones that are not pets. Though rats and cables do not mix too well, as I have found to my cost many times in the past. Anyway, it is great to see the Bri'ish KZbin goddess back and I look forward to many more vids from you (and Pete colab!)

[@chalkdirtytome]

Love your content, great to see you back.

[@ShamanNaoYuki]

Happy to see a Octavius video! Hope you're feeling better.

[@igorszamaszow171]

This thing with its several degrees of freedom kind of reminds me of the original Fairchild Channel F controller, which was basically a combination of a digital joystick and an analog paddle all in one unit. But the form factor seems rather odd and awkward for the PS

[@jz2187]

Just discovered your channel! I real enjoy it! Will definitely watch some of the older ones too

[@Chavhunterofcalne]

I'll try to write a comment without inevitable ball puns... Thanks for uploading and helping to keep us all a little bit saner and entertained with your delightful gubbiny videos. Thanks again for ball your videos! EDIT: Damned Autocorrect.

[@kerethmakura4502]

Keep on Rockin' Octy. May you seek contentment, and find happiness.

[@chrismuzza8933]

Welcome back hope all is good (better)

[@fistfulofgamepad]

As much as I know id regret it, ASCII’s Resident Evil controller is a controller anomaly I want to add to my collection. Great to have you back! 😃

[@shabmaster7128]

Welcome back! Hope you're doing better!

[@smallredcow918]

I was gonna give youtube a rest for today until I was recommended this and I was like Yeah Octavius Is Back!

[@LukeDuddridge]

Welcome back ❤ Keep up your amazing content. ❤

[@matthewgrove-jones3001]

Yaaaay 🎉! For the first time ever, I switched on notifications. sooo happy!😂❤❤❤❤❤❤ ha ha ha Caddicarus missed THIS one! Octavius is #1!!! Haven't been happy like this for a while 😐... 😃🎉🎉🎉

[@Bullorg]

Nice to see a bunch of videos here again.

[@charlesmtaylor31]

Always good to see a new video from you.

[@stevewilson4343]

Brilliant, happy days when a new video arrives. ❤

[@joec9958]

Awesome vid. Great to see you back.