Reddit mentions: The best playstation vita accessories

Congrats! I hope you like it! As for accessories...

Get the Hori Screen Protector. It's the best screen protector I've used, goes on so easy with no bubbles, I believe it's a favorite of many in this sub.

For a case, I use the Hori Face Cover because I don't like to have to keep up with the case while I'm playing, since I play in public a lot. It kinda turns your Vita into a 3DS-like clamshell. Flip it open to play, and then close it shut for protection. It keeps the Vita slim so you can still fit it in your pocket, but not worry about protection.

If youre looking for a grip, I don't have a suggestion because I haven't found one I like yet. I have had multiple Nyko Power Grips that have come defective out of the box, so I don't buy anything from them. However, it seems lots of people here love that grip so YMMV.

Finally, I'd definitely recommend getting Playstation Plus. You can get 3 months for $17.99 or a year for $49.99. Basically every month they give you at least 2 free games on the Vita, but this month we got 5! If you get it before the first Tuesday in December you can get all 5 of those games for free. The 5 from this month are: The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth, Luftrausers, The Hungry Horde, Escape Plan, and SteamWorld Dig. If you own any other Sony consoles (PS4/PS3) there's even more incentive to get PS+ because you'll get free games on those systems as well. It's the same service that allows you to play online on the PS4 (but you don't need it to play online on the Vita). You can also get discounts on games through PS+. Keep in mind that once your subscription expires, you will not be able to play the free games, but any games you bought with the PS+ discount are yours forever. That said, if you were to renew PS+ later, you would get access to all the free games you had previously claimed. Through PS+ you also get access to a cloud to store your save files, so if you have a smaller memory card you can delete and re-download games as you want to play them. Even if you only have a Vita the service is more than worth it. I'd never have to buy a game again and it would give me plenty to play, and it's opened me up to genres I never knew I'd like.

If you do get PS+, or you prefer digital games, you may eventually need a bigger memory card. As of now the biggest available in North America is 32gb, but there is a 64gb available in Asia. No games or accessories for the Vita are region locked, meaning you can play games/use memory cards from other countries. The memory cards are pretty overpriced and a 64gb runs from around $80-100. You definitely don't have to have it, but it is an option.

Anyways! That's about it. That was really long, oh well. If you have any other questions feel free to ask!
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Wow, nice grab. First, I highly, highly recommend getting some grips. They make the vita less portable, but they also improve not only comfort but ease of playing since you're less likely to hit the rear touch pad. I have these and I'd recommend these to anybody, easily the best investment for the system I made. As for a case for the system itself, pretty much anything works well. The CTA one works well apparently and is <$10, which is always great. But the top-of-the-line one is the Amazon case. It's more expensive but the "heavy duty" in the name is definitely true. Game-wise, grab Uncharted, Killzone, and, if you like JRPGs, P4G. Those are probably the three best games on the system currently, though there is a metric shit-ton of great games to play after those.

Vita has to be connected through wifi, PS4 can be connected through either wifi or ethernet, but you definitely want it connected through ethernet. When you're close enough to the PS4, your Vita will connect directly to the PS4 and works pretty great.


I've used it at my girlfriends house where they have slow internet and a ton of people on at the same time streaming tv, and I was about 30-50 ft from the router, it had noticeable lag and the graphics started getting rally blurred and it disconnected a few times.


Under best conditions, you'll probably want to avoid the crucible, because even with minimal lag, I think it purposely drops frames too keep the connection solid but this makes the controls feel..off. There isn't a lag, it just feels too sensitive almost. I tested it by playing with my TV still on (basically using the Vita solely as a controller) and it's very responsive and feels fine, but holding up the Vita to watch both screens at once, they both start and finish movements at the same time, the Vita just looks jumpy. It's not to hard to get used to and it works great for anything PvE, but the jarring feeling you get while turning can easily cost you a match in crucible.


Also, right bumper to fire, left bumper to ADS, feels natural obviously. But touch the right side of the screen to melee, left side for grenade, both easy to hit on accident. Center of the screen for nav mode. Tapping ▼ on the D-pad to sprint (feels easier than L3 on DS4 imo), and holding ◄ on the D-pad allows you to use ∆, Square, O, and X for your emotes. I don't know if ▲ or ► do anything, and without R3 you can't check other players unless you go to the roster ▲ on the D-pad is for character highlight, and it looks like ► doesn't do anything. Wish they would let ► allow you to compare items.

I personally love it though.

Edit: Anyone considering this should also consider getting a grip for the Vita, It makes a huge difference imo (cheap one here).

Edit 2: Control Scheme. Apparently ▲ on the D-pad is Character highlight.

Welcome to the club. :) Really glad to hear you're loving the Vita. Tell all your friends. :)

If you dig around through this sub some, you'll find that most people (myself included) love the CTA Digital case and others like it. It's very much protective enough and does exactly what I want from it. I have had my Vita for about 7 months now and still don't have any physical game cartridges so the case only having four game slots hasn't become an issue for me at all yet.

Edit: I do also have the official Sony Vita headset and keep it in the case with my Vita all the time. It's not bulky at all and fits perfectly.

I'm kinda boring, so I don't have anything hanging from the loop on my case. If you find anything awesome, please do share. :) Hopefully that helps!

You’re gonna need a memory card if you’re gonna get games for your vita. It’s pricey but you can get them off of Amazon. Get the one that’s specifically by Sony like this :


PlayStation Vita Memory Card 64GB (PCH-Z641J) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00F27JGVA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_gqgUDb7D65T2W


I’ve heard the vita won’t take in any other memory card that’s not by Sony.

In terms of games, i would recommend Persona 4 (JRPG), Fata Morgana (Visual Novel), Salt and Sanctuary (it’s like Dark Souls’s mechanics), Dangan Ronpa series (Visual Novel), The Nonary Games (Visual Novel + Puzzle/Mystery game. It’s like a game where you’re given puzzles and you figure it out), Dragon’s Crown (RPG)

Also may want a screen protector like this:

(Pack of 2) Screen Protector For PS Vita 1000, Akwox Premium HD Clear 9H Tempered Glass Screen Protective Film For Sony PlayStation Vita PSV 1000-Max Clarity And Touch Accuracy Film https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GYPB1HU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_-wgUDbBY2JSF7


and if the vita feels too flat in your hand, you can get those grips that’s something like this:


Insten New Trigger Grips Hand Grip Compatible With PS Vita PSVita Playstation Vita 1000 (PCH-1000), black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00QGTJPM8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_CxgUDbS4D5R40



That’s all i can think of off the top of my head

I preordered this grip from PlayAsia but looks like you get just get straight from Amazon now. https://www.amazon.com/buttons-mounted-Remote-attachment-PlayStationVita-PCH-2000/dp/B01ERA94BY It's pretty bulky but I love the fact they you can use trigger buttons for L2/R2 and L3/R3. Works reallly well for remote play! It does add weight to the system and impede portability, however. But the hand grips and trigger buttons might be a good choice if your hands are starting to ache from the grip. If you never use the rear touch pads, then any of the other grips already mentioned should work fine. Good luck!

So it turns on with the charger plugged in? Does it show any sign of power? Make sure you fiddle around with it when you're going to see it in person, check if it looks like its been tampered with.

If its not been tampered with and you don't mind spending the $40 that's a damn good deal.
Is it easy to fix? Yes if you're good with simple tools and careful and know how to follow instructions.
https://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/PlayStation+Vita+Teardown/7872
8/10 is a good score. The higher ifixit gives a hardware product the easier it is to fix so yes.

As of this post 12/26/2014 this ps vita battery on amazon is $30.

Via iFixit
> The battery is secured to the back case with a pair of Phillips #00 screws and... well that's it. There's no adhesive!
> The Vita's battery runs at a standard 3.7 V and packs an impressive 2210 mAh punch.

From the looks of ifixit getting to the battery is a very simple and easy fix.

The Vita is a very good handheld device if you're a casual gamer. You can find some good games here and I'm sure you can find a lot of suggestions here as well

Since you made it a point not to mention your model I will assume you are using a vita slim. The 2 big trigger grips for the vita slim are the following

http://www.play-asia.com/l2r2-button-grip-cover-for-pch-2000-black/13/708qs3

and

www.play-asia.com/remote-play-assist-attachment-for-playstation-vita-slim/13/70a3hf


I have the vita 1000 version of the first one and it's pretty good. I have heard some complaints about build quality when it comes to the shoulder buttons but mine is pretty good. The Hori one I haven't tested but Hori is top notch when it comes to accessories. The Hori one is out of stock on play asia but you can find it on ebay and Amazon Japan (they will ship to the US but it runs about $15)


https://www.amazon.co.jp/【L2-R2、L3-R3ボタン搭載】リモートプレイアシストアタッチメント-PlayStationVita-PCH-2000専用/dp/B01ERA94BY/

If you're just looking for a smaller but still good grip I would check out the PDP Vita slim grip. The vita 1000 version is pretty great but not 100% on the slim version. Might still be worth checking out

I have this grip for my Vita 1000 and it's a good step up but somehow it has made me hit the back panel way more, which in some games is a problem. It's not a bad grip, especially for the price, but if you have a 2000, then I STRONGLY recommend the Hori grip with L2/R2 L3/R3 triggers. It feels better material-wise, it is super comfortable, and the triggers are a great addition especially if you want to try some Remote play.

This grip.

It's kind of ugly, and you can't charge while it's attached, but it's very comfortable.

There were a couple other grips I've been considering. I would love suggestions if anyone has a grip they love. I want one that doesn't block the charger port.

I would definitely recommend this grip, but I'm still on the lookout for a better one.

While playing Vita on the PSP games is certainly feasible and looks great, I'm not sure if I can recommend it personally as the best "nicer experience", and this is coming from somebody who thinks the Vita is pretty awesome.

The issue is that the Vita has proprietary memory cards and, as of this writing, there's a lack of any sort of commercial adapter that can overcome the issue. There have been some "proof of concepts", but nothing has been released commercially and it might stay that way for a good while. The proprietary memory card prices are insane, and if you plan to store a lot of PSP titles on the Vita, you're going to have to shell out a fair amount of money. PSN spoofing also died a while back, so the only way to get Adrenaline/ARK (both applications that would allow you to play any PSP ISO on your memory card) would be to use a PS3 to transfer a valid PSP title to your Vita.

Honestly, I'd go with the 3000 if you could get a decent screen protector as it's the best bang for your buck. You could grab that, grab a microSD card adapter (giving you tons of room to store games), then install CFW. Pro CFW and LME CFW let you bring up a menu that looks like this on your XMB just by pressing select. You can change the USB Device to "UMD", plug it into the computer while a UMD is inserted, and then drag and drop the ISO that pops up into your computer. Doing this, you can place it back onto your memory stick (after changing the storage device again), and you've dumped your title!

The Go would probably be my second choice. I found my hands cramped up with it if I used it on games that relied heavily on the L and R buttons, but outside of that it's surprisingly portable and nice to use. It doesn't have any existing microSD adapter I can think of however, so you're stuck with the 16GB built-in memory unless you can grab another proprietary card. There's no way to dump your UMDs either unless you use your 1000 to do so (by doing the same method I suggested above with the 3000 - you'll have to update your PSP however).

2nd edit: Actually you might be okay on 6.39. The menu I'm describing I think exists in that CFW as well.

This one is extremely inexpensive but it works perfectly:

New Trigger Grips Black Compatible With PSVita Playstation Vita by Brainydeal
Link: http://amzn.com/B0081EH12M

I love it love it love it. Seriously, for $4 just buy it and you can't go wrong. My only complaint is that my Vita doesn't fit in the case with the grip, but that's true for any of them.

Here is the one I bought:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0081EH12M

I bought this one because I didn't want to spend much money on something like that, but I figured for under $10 it was worth the shot.

This grip just gives me more to hold onto and once I started using it, I never found it uncomfortable to play Vita games. The top bumper buttons are left open, which is good because I don't trust added on triggers. The back touch pad is left unobscured.

Keep in mind that this grip is just a cheap hard plastic. It feels fine to me, though some of the reviews complained about that. I think it looks fine when connected to the Vita as well. It also still allows me to use the charge stand I have for the Vita,so I rarely ever have to remove the grip.

My one complaint is that because it's so cheap, I'm afraid I might break it when I remove it from my Vita. I'm careful when doing so, but if I wasn't so careful I could see that it might break a piece off. Luckily the price is good though.

Also, this is for the original Vita since that's the one I own. Basically it's cheap and does the trick. It amazed me that such a cheap piece of plastic enhanced my experience so much.

I installed ps vita 2000 joysticks (not the cheap knockoffs that gpd uses, but the quality originals with built in rubber pads). I then use these clip ons that easily pop on and off these joysticks.
https://www.amazon.com/Cyber-Analog-Stick-Cover-Black/dp/B00XXSONHM

The caps will work on the original gpd joysticks, but can be hard to pop off. WIN joystick ARE vita 2000 joysticks.

Edit: I also removed the rubber from the left "mouse" joystick cap and welded the joystick top (shaved down the rest of it with a dremel) from an original xbox controller to it. Any normal sized joystick would do, I used the xbox because I had an old broken one and its relatively flat. It makes a big difference and is pretty close to a larger joystick. I'll post an image later

Your mileage may vary due to your connection speed but overall its a pretty decent experience on the vita. I've been running PS remote play on my vita, PC, and phone on a 100mbps/20mbps connection with only occasional hiccups at 720p streaming.

The biggest issue is the controls are a little tough as the l2 and r2 buttons are digital, so some weapons are harder than others to combo for sure. It's not comfortable for long sessions. Also the screen can be a touch hard to read in menus. I played MHFU on the PSP though and I'd still say that was harder to play control wise hah.

I'm looking at picking up one of these as they seem to have great reviews (there's a model for the 1000 as well).

I got the Red Japan-exclusive PS Vita for pretty cheap off of eBay, but the only hurdle I had to get around was replacing the battery. If you don't know how to replace them, or are extremely nervous with doing it, I highly don't recommend getting an OG Vita unless you know someone who's willing to replace the battery for you.

Reason I'm mentioning the battery in the first place is because old Vita handhelds drain super fast, and have a lot of battery errors like going into sleep mode because it thinks it has no battery, when in reality it does.

You can buy a replacement battery for cheap off of Amazon, and it works like a charm once it's installed. Good luck, happy shopping~

I don't have thumb grips but I did find that this grip made shooters more comfortable. It says "trigger grip" but it doesn't actually have triggers so it's not totally accurate.

Also, practice seemed to help a lot. When I first bought Killzone: Mercenary, I had some trouble aiming but I got much better by the end of the game (and it's pretty short, so it didn't take long) so just stick with it and hopefully it will get easier.

I only play one "Vita" game on my Vita, and that's Persona 4 Golden. The rest of my use on my Vita is the remote play when I'm at work, in bed, or the kids wanna use the television. 100% worth it for me. I have no obvious input lag I ever run into. It's great.

EDIT: Here are two accessories I bought for my Vita, due to my large hands I felt these were necessary. If you've ever felt like your hands were too cramped using a Vita, look into these.

HORI "Remote Play Assist" Case I bought this before I realized you cannot change controller layout when using remote play. Many game devs put the extra buttons (like L2/R2 L3/R3) on the stupid touch screen, and you're stuck with it. The gray buttons this case adds only touches the back of the Vita. It did save my butt on games like Uncharted and Last of Us. Plus it makes the handheld thicker and has palm grips. So even if you don't use the triggers much, it's a great feel.

Analog Stick High Covers Again for my big hands, the low profile sticks wasn't cutting it for me. I did find after a month I had to take off the Right Stick cover cause it was too tall and hitting X would often push the stick down. The Left Stick cover is PERFECT for me.

I have the PDP Trigger Grips. Be warned, if you have a "full" screen protector (Static Cling or Water applied) it will scrunch it up unless you work really hard to either trim the water applied/static cling or some how mess with the Static Cling.

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Some additional accessories that I find useful:

Of course, a travel case. Depending on your style pick a cloth or hard case. I personally like my official Sony Travel Pouch. It's soft and has lots of room for the Vita, headphones, extra games, and a cleaning cloth. Hard cases (Usually 3rd party) are pretty good depending which. I also have the DreamGear hard case as a more travel friendly when going to another person's house. My issue with it is that the case itself fits really snugly with the Vita where it can push on the Power button.

Official Vita Travel Pouch (9.33. Free shipping with Prime)

DreamGEAR 7 in 1 Starter Gear Hard Case (12.99 Free shipping with Prime or $25+)

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You also want a back screen protector for the back touch panel alone. That thing is very prone to scratches.

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Thumbstick grips are also very great for the extra grip you want. Sadly, the one I have is discontinued. So I can't really recommend a product I haven't used.

Bluecell Thumb Grips

You can certainly find others. Just read reviews. Be a smart consumer!

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A great pair of headphones is a must if you travel a bit. I would wholeheartly recommend the official Sony Vita headphones. Great sound and cheap. Has a built in Mic but I'm not sure how good that is.

Official Sony Vita In Ear Canal headphones ($11.95)

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A handy 2A-2.1A outlet USB charger with a spare USB Vita Cable is always nice to have around traveling.

Please Note: When purchasing additional back up battery packs or charging outlet thingies. Make sure it's 2A to 2.1A (2,000 mA to 21000 mA. not mAh**) output. The vita needs at least 1.5A output to be charged while playing or 1A while off (Very slow).

https://www.amazon.com/Smatree-Carrying-Without-Accessories-included/dp/B01B2FAWG8

It's really not that big at all. In the customer review section, go to "See all customer images" look at the last picture for a size reference. The Vita fits snugly in it. It's not overly hard like the plastic cases, it protects the console but the case has some give to it. It even has a little flap so you can pop the Vita out in a split second pretty much.

I love the thing, I go to a lot of doctor appointments and waiting in the pharmacy or something, when I bring it "whipping it out when idle" is exactly how I use it and it isn't unwieldy at all. Whatever you pick, good luck

I use an official Sony headset for my PS4 (and 3). Sony PlayStation Wireless Stereo Headset 2.0 - Black (PS4/PS3/PS Vita) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00I8S4E1C/ref=cm_sw_r_apa_aa61AbJ1X1FYK

About £100 new in the UK, not sure about where you are. Comfortable. Adjustable. Sound quality is amazing. Can download a companion app and certain games have their own presets you can load in.

Can't say anything about the Mic if he's likely to use it as I don't but reviews I've seen are positive.

Battery life is 4-6 hours, plenty of time for a gaming session and then a food break to start recharging. The only niggle I have is that having them plugged in while using them does create a slightly awkward buzzing in the ear but it's easy enough not to encounter if you remember to charge them better than I do!!

Okay. The VITA is actually better for Remote Play than the app you run on Mac/PC in terms of connectivity. I've been places where the VITA connects to my PS4 no problem, but the program on my Macbook Pro deems the connection too weak.

The complaint most have about using the VITA for remote play is the controls. For reasons I cannot understand, the joysticks cannot be pushed as R3 and L3, so those buttons end up on the front bottom corners of the touch screen. Meanwhile, R2 and L2 are the touch pad on the bottom, which are very hard to control. So, if you do go this route, you may want to purchase THIS

25 down and 5 up is adequate on the VITA's end most of the time, but you should definitely have the PS4 receiving a better upload speed. I started getting noticeably more stable remote play connections only after upgrading my Comcast to 10mbps upload and hardwiring the console.

When my Macbook does connect to my PS4 Pro, the quality is 1080p, which looks amazing on the 15" screen. If you can get this to work, go with it. The image quality combined with being able to use a DS4...awesome!

Use this case every single time I play remote play and I absolutely love it BUT there is a better one: https://www.amazon.com/buttons-mounted-Remote-attachment-PlayStationVita-PCH-2000/dp/B01ERA94BY

This one has support for L3/R3 compatibility as well. Both are extremely comfortable, but I will say even with the 2000 model the one you posted can get pretty heavy over time. I think it's weighted a bit off, but that being said, I played a majority of my playthrough of Nier using the case you posted and it worked flawlessly. That game requires a lot of R2 mashing and it never skipped a beat.

> 16GB memory card ($80 for a 32GB card is to rich for my blood!)

You can find them cheaper used. Amazon Warehouse was selling 32Gb cards for $45 shipped on Tuesday. I picked one up because my 8Gb card just wasn't cutting it. If you're playing mostly at home, a grip makes the system much more comfortable to hold. I recommend the Nyko Power Grip. Super comfortable, the Vita pops in and out a second, and it's got a battery built-in that'll keep your Vita charged twice as long.

Have been using this for years and love it. Feels very nice to the touch. https://www.amazon.com/CTA-Digital-Vita-Travel-Protective-Case/dp/B0073ESYZO/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1497771519&sr=1-1&keywords=vita+cases
As a bonus, it fits one of these neatly inside, so that I always my best games with me on the go: https://www.amazon.com/Nyko-Game-Case-Vita-PlayStation/dp/B007AJZ5PY/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1497771587&sr=1-1&keywords=vita+card+case

Hori Screen Protector for the 2000 aka Slim Model

I use this and it works great, anything buy Hori in my opinion is a good quality buy, my 3DS systems use it, my psp uses one.

I use them all the time for my nintendo systmes and they work great and i have had my vita since september and had this screen protector and it works great.

I would recommend having a screen protector because you never know

It's been a while since I played darkest dungeon but I remember the back touchscreen being very hard to use in that game. Was really fun.

Q2 though, i'm just wondering what people think is the best model out there so I can buy one. I can find some on amazon like this but this is a pretty niche product. I'm basically asking in case something is out there I might miss is much better than something like what I find.

HORI PS Vita 2000 L2/R2 L3/R3 Remote Play Assist Attachment https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ERA94BY/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_lxQ4CbSB2C5ME

best thing i ever imported. makes playing ps1 games perfect

most n64 games work best when NOT mapping the c buttons to a second stick, so you want more buttons

I have both the Nyko Power Grip and the PDP Trigger Grip and I really like them both. I've found the Nyko is just a little more comfortable for me and I love the extra battery life but having the extended triggers on the PDP grip is useful at times. Either grip is definitely better than no grip. I'm a girl but 6ft and apparently my hands are just too large to play without them.

EDIT: The Nyko Power grip can be picked up in the wild for cheaper than that amazon link. I just put it up for reference. If you don't care about the extra battery life also check out the CTA Grip.

I know others use Gameboy cases for their MVP and stuff, there are also camera bags and accessories bags out there too. Here is a website for Vape Sox, they may fit your needs. http://vapesox.com/

You may look into getting an Altoids tin and seeing about getting foam and lining the tin with that for setting up your MVP on your desk. That seems like it might work.

You might be able to use the heat shrink wrap for your Protank but I have never heard of anyone wrapping their tanks for stopping breakage. The heat shrink wrap may be a good idea.

Edit: It looks like Vapesox is only for Ego type stuff. Check this kit thing out. It's on Amazon. It may fit? http://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Universal-Travel-Electronics-Accessories/dp/B002VPE1QG/ref=sr_sp-atf_title_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1394474934&sr=8-1&keywords=amazon+basic+accessories+kit

This might even fit? http://www.amazon.com/Digital-PS-Vita-Travel-Protective-Sony/dp/B0073ESYZO/ref=sr_sp-btf_title_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1394475111&sr=8-4&keywords=accessories+travel+case

I've been using these for some time now. They don't add a ton of size but give me extra control for sure. I only used the square-ish shaped ones and the ones with the raised/pointed directions. Love em. I have both the silicone and hard plastic variants and find the silicone to give a better grip feel on the thumbs. Was considering the Xbone thumb stick covers, but they wouldn't be compatible with my case and would hinder portability. Hope this helps.

I plan on getting the ASSIST GRIP as it looks like the best solution, but in the meantime I went with this super affordable grip from Amazon.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0081EH12M/

I got it on sale for about $5 after shipping and it's worked really well. I'm able to hold the Vita much better now and it has a built in stand for watching media on flat surfaces. Only downside I've found is that the actual areas to grip still aren't quite long enough to simulate an actual controller. I think that's where the ASSIST GRIP would come into play.

Either way, I do recommend this one as an affordable alternative to the ASSIST GRIP.

I have this one I don't play my Vita often at all, but it makes it so I CAN play it a ton if I want (usually only on vacations). It blocks the Charging port, but it's definitely comfortable, fairly similar to a wider PS3 controller. It doesn't have custom triggers. The back touch screen can be awkward, but I think that's just me and my very small hands. I really like having the handle extend downwards for grip, which is why I didn't get the smaller ones like the "compact" one you linked.

It's pretty similar in shape to the Niko one you linked, the Niko one has that extended life battery, which makes it heavier, but I've heard decent things about it as well. I don't think I've seen anyone really regret buying ANY of the grips available on the market from what I've seen, so just pick the one that looks most appealing to you.

Congrats! Vita is a great machine with a HUGE catalog.

I like this case and this card holder, which fits nicely inside.

vita case

• this is hard enough that i can just toss it in my backpack with no real concern about where it settles.
  
  [screen protector]
  (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00J00BLRM/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1) - i put it on slightly crooked, but it hasn't curled up at all, so i just live w/ the tiny imperfection in it's placement.
  
  [bonus: game case]
  (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007AJZ5PY/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1) - fits in the vita case alongside a pair of headphones. the vita case has like 5 little pockets for games, but this holds more, protects games better, and has a couple inserts for holding memory cards.
  
  On that note, i think i'm gonna go lay down and wrap up chapter 5 of Trails of Cold Steel 1. Woohoo!

> Also, how does remote play work exactly? If my PS4 is on and connected to WiFi and I'm away from home, say at a friend's house and connected to their WiFi with my Vita, can I still use remote play? Basically, I want to play Persona while my friends take forever with their turns during our Dungeons and Dragons campaign... ;)


More or less. The internet at your home (where your PS4 is) and where you are at (with your vita) needs to be fast enough.

Since Persona doesn't have much "fast reaction" it's a perfect game for it (I've logged a handful of hours on it from my vita, though usually just from other rooms in my house), as even if there are hiccups they won't result in instant death.

One thing to note is that the vita doesn't have L2, R2, L3, and R3, (which don't matter much for Persona as you don't need fast reaction for those buttons) and instead requires you to tap on the back touch screen to activate these buttons. You can get a plastic case thing which adds these buttons (via levers and such) and also adds some nice contouring for adult sized hands: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01ERA94BY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I'd also recommend some stick extenders, personally: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00XXSONHM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Have you tested remote play over the internet yet? Some people don't realize the upload speed required. (at least 2mb/s upload is OK, 5mb/s is recommended i guess)

To run you press the down arrow ..

Otherwise - I use mine all the time.. and honestly the only issue is with aiming. The analog sticks are not nearly as good as the dualshock 4. I added a grip to mine shortly after I got it which helps and there are some analog grips you can try that might help.

grip - http://www.amazon.com/PSVita-Trigger-Grips-Sony-PS-Vita/dp/B0072A4JVW

analog stick pads - http://www.amazon.com/Bluecell-Control-Controller-Joystick-Playstation-Vita/dp/B00G3TV6Q4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1421277829&sr=8-1&keywords=ps+vita+analog+stick

Also the sound can get out of sync pretty easy..

The Nyko grips were the ones I found that had the most "if you have big hands..." recommendations over at /r/vita myself - I was hit with a little sticker shock at first compared to the cost of the PDP grips, but now I'm totally satisfied with my purchase. Yah that battery life just takes a dive with remote play doesn't it? Before I had the Nyko's - I used to carry one of those external battery packs (like this one) and one of these battery charger adapters. That way I only had to carry around the vita cable (damn you proprietary cable!!!) and that adapter and I could charge off any USB port/battery device.

I don't really carry the battery anymore unless I'm going on an extended trip. The battery pack was a blessing for my tablet/phone usage as well.

Yeah, no thanks. All my mobile devices are from Apple and have very color accurate displays. I really enjoy having the colors pop on the Vita for a change. Battery and USB don't matter for me anymore for these reasons:

• You can charge the Vita Gen1 with any USB charger via this little adapter thingie.
  
  
• I have noticed that most airlines now have USB chargers or AC outlets even in economy class. Works beautifully with said adapter. Long distance flights are the only situations in my life in which I would have needed more battery life.
  
  I hope they'll eventually release a Vita 3 uniting the advantages of both versions.
  
  EDIT: Wording.

I've had a couple, the Smatree is one of the best. Holds Vita nice and snug, with a convenient pull string to get it out. Zippered inside section holds 6 foot charging cable, earbuds and screen cloth. 10 games in the separator.
The outside is a nice canvas material that is really durable and easy to clean.
Smatree P100= https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01B2FAWG8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_.85GxbEVX5CKH

https://www.amazon.com/Smatree-Carrying-Console-Accessories-Included/dp/B01JUEWS4W/ref=sr_1_1?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1478287791&sr=1-1&keywords=P100L
-I use the big one when i'm ganna be out all day and need to take everything with me. I got this because it has a decent size compartment to put other stuff in like my charger even though i have a separated case for all my chargers and most importantly the 12 cartridge slots!

https://www.videogamesplus.ca/vita-2000-carrying-pouch-black-tomee-vita-p-22539.html
-I use this when i don't want to carry anything else other than my PS Vita (I usually use this when i dont have any bags with me thatll fit the big case in. Btw i can use this pouch with my ps vita and fit it perfectly in the bigger case :p)

https://www.amazon.ca/Protector-Tech-Armor-Definition-HD-Clear/dp/B00KC3NHPK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1478288216&sr=8-1&keywords=tech+armor+ps+vita

-Tech Armor is my go to screen protector for most of my devices, cheap and fast shipping and since they're in amazon i can get it same day or next day shipping since i hate waiting LOL. I ordered it anyways even though i didn't need it since my imported Neon Orange PS Vita came with a screen protector.

Thanks, but I chose the CTA grip.

I read the grips guide in /r/Vita's FAQs and for about $25 less (not interested in the battery feature) than the Nyko, the CTA seemed like my best option.

I haven't tried that, and I mean sure you CAN play any game, but some are better than others becsuse of control scheme. Get one of these

[L2 / R2, L3 / R3 buttons mounted] Remote Play assist attachment for PlayStationVita (PCH-2000) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ERA94BY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_jbI0Ab53R086X

If you get a slim model, which personally I got because the oled on the original can get burns on the screen.

How big are your hands?

Edit: Eh. I'll just throw the cheapest two grips I know of and have used. These grips are for the 1000 model.

PDP Trigger Grip is the only trigger grip that I know of that works well. Good for big hands and small hands. Medium hands... not so much.

CTA Grip is the best non trigger grip for your money. It does what the Nyko Grip does at a cheaper price and... that's all there is to it. It's a grip. The other alternative to this is the Japanese Assist Grip and the Nyko Vita Grip. Great for any size hands.

I'm super proud of you for making this yourself, so please understand that I'm not trying to take anything away from your feat.

For those of us that can't built shit, here's a 12 dollar solution with over 200 positive reviews:

http://www.amazon.com/CTA-Digital-Vita-Hand-Grip-playstation/dp/B0073ESZ58/ref=sr_1_3?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1397150099&sr=1-3&keywords=ps+vita+accessories

Here is a comment I posted a few weeks back. I love this grip and it has L3/R3 triggers on the back


[L2 / R2, L3 / R3 buttons mounted] Remote Play assist attachment for PlayStationVita (PCH-2000) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ERA94BY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_C..uzbGEJZY2E

It is for the slim model. It's $33 on there and when I bought it there were only 14 left. I'm half tempted to buy a second one as a backup. That's how much I love it lol.


Edit: I guess they are on back order :/

anytime. Ive not been a handheld gamer for long, but the vita was definitely one of my favorite gifts of all time (i also have a ps4 so do a lot of ps4 gaming on my vita)

nyko grips were one of the best add ons to my vita. Very hard to hold without grips, and very crampy. The nyko grips are so comfortable, worth the price even without the added battery life IMHO

http://www.amazon.com/Nyko-Power-Grip-Vita-Sony-PS/dp/B0079V29EI/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1416744841&sr=1-1&keywords=nyko+power+grips

Congrats on your new purchase, I got something similar to what /u/SupaBloo recommended:

• Case : it has added battery life and makes it considerably easier to hold imo.
  
  
• [Screen protector] (http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00J00BLRM?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage) : this was stupid easy to apply on the first try, so easy it felt like magic.
  

I would recommend this one: ZTHY Sony Playstation PS Vita PCH-1001 PCH-1101 Battery Pack SP65M 2210mAH https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OTAZAPC/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_Cs9gybMH4K4DS Just as good as the original battery. Good luck!

Veterans are to the left:Unshavenbox, Neo-something something, enigmatic loner, and others I just haven't paid attention to.

We are friendly to DS, and other platform owners owners as well you're safe.

Persona 4 Golden, You'll thank the sub later.

Enjoy your stay on the Island!

Get a case for your vita along with a pouch.

Cases:https://www.amazon.com/PlayStation-PCH-2000-Aluminum-Protector-Available/dp/B00MHJ7YK6/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1479155600&sr=8-2&keywords=vita+2000+case+aluminum

https://www.amazon.com/Crystal-Clear-Snap-Case-Compatible-PlayStation/dp/B00BD99TV8/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1479155006&sr=8-9&keywords=vita+cases

https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Heavy-Duty-Vault-PlayStation-Officially-Licensed/dp/B00XK623WO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1479155006&sr=8-1&keywords=vita%2Bcases&th=1

https://www.amazon.com/CTA-Digital-Vita-Travel-Protective-Case/dp/B0073ESYZO/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1479155006&sr=8-2&keywords=vita+cases

https://www.amazon.com/Smatree-Carrying-Without-Accessories-included/dp/B01B2FAWG8/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1479155006&sr=8-7&keywords=vita+cases

This is what I use on my Vita. under $5 shipped and work great. Nice solid fit with no wiggle, feel like a natural extension.

I got my Vita used "like new" and didn't want to screw it up. So I got these and they have been great:

This ArmorSuit Skin & Screen Protector:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KFPNCB4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ajw1Cb65CNG0R

This COSMOS Aluminum/Plastic Hard Case Cover:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00SIPALG2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ukw1CbJDJSQQJ

This CTA Travel Protective Case:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0073ESYZO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Blw1Cb1S734HX

Those are the only accessories I bought for the Vita, and in my opinion they're all you need. I put the skin and screen protector on to prevent against scratches, put the hard shell on over that for extra protection and asthetics, and the travel case for when I'm not using it. They all fit together well and are not bulky at all. I was surprised.

Make sure you buy the ones appropriate for your model (1000 vs 2000)...

This is really good to give you the l2/r2 and l3/r3 buttons. I find it more comfortable than holding just the vita.
Grip

I have trouble with remote play in my house if I'm not relatively close to my PS4. Honestly, I haven't really tried to improve it or find my exact range. Most likely due to my wireless network. So just know your mileage may vary depending on your network setup.

Lol, you describe Vita Remote play in the list of things you wish.

Something that really helps Vita Remote Play

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ERA94BY

No matter how much I tried I could not get used to the back touch pad for remote play. It really helped adding physical buttons that can be pressed.

The 2 buttons are right where they should be, behind the 1 buttons. As for the 3 buttons, they are more like triggers on the back of it. The the position of them are very comfortable. And it registers them very well to.

[L2 / R2, L3 / R3 buttons mounted] Remote Play assist attachment for PlayStationVita (PCH-2000) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ERA94BY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_GjK5AbSD43CYT

I don't know about getting the marks out, but you could always invest in some grips to put on the thumbsticks like [these] (http://www.amazon.com/Bluecell-Control-Controller-Joystick-Playstation-Vita/dp/B00G3TV6Q4/ref=sr_1_1?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1414085075&sr=1-1&keywords=bluecell+vita). I use them myself and they're actually pretty nice.

Yeah right...

I bought two like these for OLED, and slim. They fit a thin layer of armor, or silicone, and last long.

For my OLED:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01JUEWS4W/ref=cm_cr_arp_mb_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8

My slim:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B017LMOKSC/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

EDIT: You'll want these types of cases for your Vita. Examine some saying EVA "shockproof" that has game slots on it, and room for a charger.

These are all nicer cases! ;-)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/s/ref=is_s_ss_i_0_11?k=ps+vita+travel+case&sprefix=ps+vita+tra

Hard cases lot's to choose from, Cyber Hori or Licensed.

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If you want to take the charger with you etc, BUBM makes a nice case

https://www.amazon.com/Portable-Double-Compartment-Carry-Travel-Accessories/dp/B06ZZYS9X7

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A different take on a case, like the one above I have this one as well:

https://www.amazon.com/STREET-FIGHTER-characters-Heihachi-PlayStation-Vita/dp/B0095BNXC2

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My grip of choice:

https://www.amazon.com/HORI-Vita-Remote-Assist-Attachment/dp/B01ERA94BY

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I didn't buy mine through Amazon, just easy to find pictures :-)

I have this one and I like it. I'm 6'2 and I have big hands. Great for extended play sessions and its inexpensive.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0073ESZ58/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Edit: for those not wanting to click the link, it's the "CTA Digital PS Vita Hand Grip"

very basic zip around but i ended up getting this for my slim: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F34B6JW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

there's only a couple of millimeters for it to move around and my vita is in perfect condition. it's perfect and allows me to just toss it in my bag without being too bulky. nowhere to keep extra physical games, though, but most of mine are digital.

I'm hoping my PlayStation Wireless Stereo Headset fits over the headset as the audio quality is great. I love gaming with these headphones.

Congrats, enjoy! Definitely recommend PS+, PDP Trigger Grips, and this little USB adapter.

i bought these made a world of difference 100% NO HAND CRAMPS !!

https://www.amazon.com/Cyber-Analog-Stick-Cover-High-Black/dp/B00XXSONHM

also in white at $13

& for my grip

https://www.amazon.com/CTA-Digital-Vita-Hand-Grip-playstation/dp/B0073ESZ58

$13

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before that i had the PDA Trigger Grips .. was quite nice but still hand cramping ... i highly recommend the above

I used to use the pdp grip but now I use these.
It feels more comfortable in my hands but it sets weird on the ground.

For a game like SS I highly recommend picking up some stick covers, the concave covers really make a difference.

In general, having a protective case for travel is hugely beneficial, for both the vita's safety and your peace of mind on the go. Something like this.

I honestly wouldn't recommend them. After a while the triggers start to stick rather than flick in a smooth motion. Also if you have large hands ( i do) the trigger grip doesn't offer much support to your palm as a dualshock controller would. I spent $15 on it and i feel like i was ripped off :/

I would recommended this one, its the only one that has superior comfort and provides some slight protection for your vita.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0073ESZ58/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_2?pf_rd_p=1535523722&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B0072A4JVW&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=0Y1N96N724CQ1HG0SS3M

hope this helps

No my mod just allows the thumbsticks tops to snap on and off.

I bought these Bluecell thumbstick covers.

I cut the thumbsticks off the Xbox One's that I got off Ebay for like $1.

I dremeled underneath the XBO thumbstick a bit to make a "bowl" shape so the Bluecell can fit nicely in there. I epoxied the Bluecell top under the XBO one and now I have a nice pair of thumbsticks that I can pull on and off at will.

>As it stands now, buying a Vita, 16 GB memory stick (not even 32 GB!) protective case, and recently release game costs almost as much as a PS4.

Where are you getting these figures?

Lego batman Vita for $200...been this price for weeks

Best buy just had a long running sale for the 16 GB memory cards for $30. Target and Walmart have been running a clearance on 8GB cards at $10-$15 for the last month....not the best deal and you might have to swap cards here and there but still

PS vita case for $8.34

PS vita case for $13.18

A new game will run you $35-$40. So if you want to run everything brand new, system + card + a game is around $300. Still $100 less than a ps4

If you look for deals you can always find a good price, I paid $170 for a brand new 3g/wifi Vita with an 8g memory card.

not a fan of the triggers grips myself, as soon as i bought the nyko power grip my trigger grip got shelved and never used again.

if you're interested you can get the nykko grip from amazon for about £25 http://www.amazon.co.uk/Nyko-Power-Grip-Vita-PlayStation/dp/B0079V29EI/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1421082958&sr=8-8&keywords=ps+vita+trigger+grip

super comfortable and extends the battery life.

I've got the Nyko Power Grip. Feels pretty good on the hands, and has a battery of its own that keeps my Vita going through the days in and out of sleep mode.

There's also this one particular grip that I've been eyeing that's geared for Remote Play users, adding 2 sets of triggers for the rear touch pad. It's import only, and a little pricey because of it, but real useful for PS4 titles that use the default Remote Play configuration.

So for 50 Pounds you can get the original Sony (virtuel 7.1 Sound).
I have this and I can really recommend it. Maybe not a Pro Headset, but I can clearly tell you from where the enemys are coming and it is wireless.
Don't think there is a better one if you want to use it for PS4.
If 50 is too expensiv..christmas and black friday are not too far away ;)!

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sony-PlayStation-Wireless-Stereo-Headset/dp/B00I8S4E1C/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1510667072&sr=8-2&keywords=sony+headset&dpID=51JOrfmvizL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

This one from Amazon is actually a really decent case. I was skeptical myself, but ended up buying a second one for my other Vita. They have a larger model as well if you have one of those silicone sleeve jobs on your console. Fits the Vita perfectly snug on one half of the clamshell, and enough room for your wall plug & USB cable (2000 series)
Might be pretty tight if you have a 1000 series Vita and the chunky charging block.

They sell on eBay also if Amazon isn't your thing.

Smatree P100 Carrying Case for PSVita... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01B2FAWG8?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

I have used grips with trigger but never liked them.

I am using Nyko Power grip which gives me more battery life as well.

There is an upcoming grip though from Hori which I would like to try as it looks good and have the R3/L3 button as well. It is scheduled to be released in July in Japan.

Hori Vita Grip with R3/ L3 triggers

The Sony Golds are a good choice at that price range. They offer great surround sound (or regular stereo if a game doesn't support surround), they can be used wired or wireless to match your preferences, and they're comfortable enough to wear for long sessions.

The only real problem with them is that the hinges aren't that good, although they should be fine as long as you treat them right.

Here you go

I have them and they are awesome. They were designed was with comfort in mind, every finger has a perfect position. Only draw back in no charging while you play.

answering with /u/david_a3

That was part of an accessory set for the PsVita i had, using mounting putty to make it removable

they are not a perfect solution for the joy-cons, as the mounting putty loses its hold on it and can ghost diagonals if it does come loose, and the adhesive that does comes with it is rather thick, but it does fit perfectly in the shells. currently experimenting on making it work better

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007IDIXBK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This is probably an unpopular opinion but I really don't think a screen protector is necessary. I've had my Vita since 2012 and even after having dropped it more than a few times there's not so much as a scratch on it. As far as a case is concerned I definitely recommend getting a hard-shell one since the Vita's sticks are exposed unlike the 3DS'. This is the one I'm currently using, it's definitely bulky but it has plenty of room to hold 10 games plus the charging cable so I think that makes up for it. If you want to see how thick it is relative to a slim Vita let me know and I can take a picture.

It seems when it comes to grips you have a smaller grip with decent controls and grip and then you have the larger grips which aren't very portable but come with excellent controls. With that being said, it doesn't look too much different from the CTA Digital Hand Grip.

I just got this one and I like it.


https://www.amazon.com/Smatree-P100L-Carrying-Case-Cover/dp/B01JUEWS4W/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1494345826&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=ps+vita+case&psc=1


You can fit lots of games in and I like that theres a zip pouch for your charging cable too. Fit is nice and snug and the case seems rigid and protective enough.

This case is pretty great. It can really protect the Vita. That, and it can hold eight games and two memory cards.

http://www.amazon.com/PSVita-Custom-Crystal-Sony-PS-Vita/dp/B006X0KBY6

https://www.amazon.com/buttons-mounted-Remote-attachment-PlayStationVita-PCH-2000/dp/B01ERA94BY/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1488324986&sr=8-6&keywords=Ps+vita+remote+play

I just bought this and it is really comfortable and it works perfectly for remote play with ffxiv so far

For the 2000 this is what I use....

HORI PS Vita 2000 L2/R2 L3/R3 Remote Play Assist Attachment https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ERA94BY

Awesome for remote play.

Don't forget Vita has remote play for PS4 & PS3. That's quite a few additional games. U may even be able to stream PS5 games in the future. Pretty sure if PS5 is touting backwards compatibly, that remote play would be in included for the Vita, but I could be wrong. Also, make sure to get this . I personally find it mandatory not only does it give you R2 & L2 buttons, it makes the Vita much more comfortable to hold. Cheers 🔥

I actually prefer the Vita sticks over the Switch ones, but I have fairly small hands. Any handheld's sticks are obviously going to be smaller and feel different as compared to a regular controller, though.

If you're planning on playing for extended periods of time, I would also recommend investing in some stick covers. I got a set of these, but YMMV -- plus they are more than twice as expensive as compared to when I bought them. There's tons of decently reviewed stuff out there, though.

Enjoy!

Nyko Power Grip.

I carry them, sometimes, in the store I work at. We sell out the second anyone gets to feel them. I absolutely love mine, they make it feel like you're holding a dual-shock and not just a little portable system. They are a bit big for packages, but they do include an astounding battery pack (extra ~6 hours of life during gameplay). In short, I didn't charge my vita for over a month (didn't use it) and it still has 20% battery life.

The PDP Grips are good, but not nearly as comfortable as the Nyko grips. I've used both, and sold both, never seen the Nyko's come back, people return/trade in PDP all the time.


http://www.amazon.com/Nyko-Power-Grip-Vita-Sony-PS/dp/B0079V29EI

This is one of the reasons I love Nintendo's consoles. Nintendo's stuff is quite durable. With the 3DS they let you just use standard SD cards, so I got 32 gigs of storage for about $20 (pretty good for a handheld.)

With the Wii U, you can use external hard drives, so when a previous PC kicked the bucket I just bought an external HDD enclosure for one of the drives.

I appreciated that I didn't have to spend an absurd amount of money on proprietary memory hardware.

I use this (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00F34B6JW/) and I love it. I don't know if there's anything that folds back like you are asking, it seems like it would be cumbersome for holding while playing.

The vita also works great for most games. Extremely helpful to get a grip for it like this one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0081EH12M/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have used many different types of grips over the 4 years I have owned mine. I've used everthing from one with trigger grips to one that looks like the steering wheel to the batmobile. It comes down to what your preference is. This is the one i use currently:
https://www.amazon.com/Insten-Trigger-Grips-Compatible-PSVita-Playstation/dp/B00QGTJPM8/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1486641865&sr=8-7&keywords=ps+vita+hand+grip

It's very cheap but makes holding the unit comfortable for longer term play which is what I want.

I recently got this generic vita grip it's like the nyko one but doesn't have a battery pack. It's pretty nice grip for a very cheap price.

https://www.amazon.com/buttons-mounted-attachment-PlayStationVita-PCH-2000/dp/B01ERA94BY

This will be your new best friend. I promise.

The official PlayStation wireless ones are decent enough, they're comfortable, have an equaliser you can set to your liking, and they're relatively cheap now. The microphone is hidden within the headset too which I think is pretty neato.

Sony PlayStation Wireless Stereo Headset 2.0 - Black (PS4/PS3/PS Vita) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00I8S4E1C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_KwxczbN3Y3MKF

Full disclosure - the noise floor when in wireless mode is pretty high, however they come with a 3.5mm jack cable to use them wired which solves that problem if it bothers you. Also the surround sound mode is of dubious usefulness.

My wife ordered the blue one through Amazon. It's beautiful!

The remote play assist has triggers that tap the 4 corners on the back for games that use the default remote play control setup:

https://www.amazon.com/buttons-mounted-Remote-attachment-PlayStationVita-PCH-2000/dp/B01ERA94BY

Yeah I'm loving it! I also picked up these extras that make it even better IMO:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00G3TV6Q4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0079V29EI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Smatree P100 Carrying Case for PS... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01B2FAWG8?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

DerBlue Black Replacement Trigger... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GZG8CV2?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Case is awesome
Grip is great

Edit: these are for 2k model. The case has an option in case you have a slim case on it it's a tad bit bigger

[L2 / R2, L3 / R3 buttons mounted] Remote Play assist attachment for PlayStationVita (PCH-2000) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ERA94BY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_UFpRzb1GHH6KW

this one is better. It's makes a controller grip and you now have buttons more like a ps2 controller

[L2 / R2, L3 / R3 buttons mounted] Remote Play assist attachment for PlayStationVita (PCH-2000) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ERA94BY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Ca7Lzb8K5GTCM


This one ads all the buttons to it like a controller so you can actually play it and not use that stupid touch screen in the back

Yes. I would recommend http://www.amazon.com/Trigger-Grips-Compatible-PSVita-Playstation-Vita/dp/B0081EH12M/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1418761089&sr=8-5&keywords=PS+Vita+Trigger+Grip

Much more comfortable than without and they allow access to the shoulder buttons. I also have the PDP and I couldn't stand the triggers. For $4 you really can't go wrong.

The Hori grip is generally considered one of the best, you'll see if recommended around here pretty often. You can get them over at Amazon or Play-Asia.com.

I got mine from Amazon. It's an import item so they're all 3rd party sellers but as long as you pick one of the "fulfilled by Amazon" ones it should be fine (and not end up shipping from overseas).

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01ERA94BY

My backpack has a pouch that perfectly fits the vita so I've been using that without a case. If I'm not using the backpack to carry my vita, then I'm usually using my pockets.

If I'm in a completely different situation where I have to use a case, I just use this since it's super cheap and does everything I need.
https://www.amazon.com/Digital-PS-Vita-Travel-Protective-Sony/dp/B0073ESYZO/ref=redir_mobile_desktop?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&ref=yo_pop_d_pd_title

Get this:

CTA Digital PS Vita Hand Grip by CTA Digital http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0073ESZ58/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_RTxQub1208SXS

and these:

Bluecell Set of 14 Pcs Game Control/Controller Joystick Pad Cover for Sony Playstation PSV PS Vita by Bluecell http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00G3TV6Q4/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_KUxQub0DK6JPH

makes the feel 10x better :-)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00QGTJPM8?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_pd_title

This one is ok. Nothing wrong with it as it serves it's purpose, but I have grown to love this one.

https://www.amazon.com/Aweek®-Bracket-Handgrip-Handle-Playstation-Vita/dp/B00MB53DQ0/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1549937931&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=ps+vita+grip&dpPl=1&dpID=515hE0aojhL&ref=plSrch

One more thing I forgot to mention. It's worth investing in a Vita grip if you plan to play for an extended time. There's a few you can find on Amazon that are inexpensive. Just make sure you know which Vita you have. I have a first generation which are slightly bigger so some grips will not fit.

This is the one I use: CTA Digital PS Vita Hand Grip https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0073ESZ58/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_dizOwb55ENZ1B

This

Insten New Trigger Grips Hand Grip Compatible With PS Vita PSVita Playstation Vita 1000 (PCH-1000), black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00QGTJPM8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_rrQjDbEER36GE


With this

Upgrade L3 R3 Back Handle Grip Cover Trigger Touch Button for PS VITA PSV 1000 2000 Black/White (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L4F1DPS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_asQjDbNSARPEX


I also bought the glass screen protectors for the front and back and put on there. It's much more enjoyable to play now with my giant fucking gorilla hands.

I believe I saw the cards on a small discount on Amazon yesterday when I was buying a Vita grip. Not sure if it was on UK or Spain.

Edit: Yeah it was UK

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sony-22041-32gb-Memory-Card/dp/B006JKASCK/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=vita+card&qid=1554683047&s=gateway&sr=8-6

£43.80 Seems pretty good to me. At least, considering the normal card prices.

I use it from time to time. Definitely wouldn't recommend going into a 24 man dungeon or even an eight man ex trial. But ya I've used mine to do PotD, daily quests, even dungeons. 2 things I will say is that the buttons kind of suck for it, so I bought an attachment for mine which gives me the r2/l2 and r3/l3, definitely helpful, if you dont want to invest in that: just put your main buttons on that first HUD, don't try to have multiple bars because its kind of a nightmare to play. And the script is hard to read, like during a cutscene, because the screen is just so small but if you dont mind that, then this will do fine!

Here's a link for that attachment I was talking about:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01ERA94BY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I got this Hori bundle for my Vita a while back, and I love it so far: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00L6AVNE0/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1453765743&sr=8-2&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=ps+vita+hori+case&dpPl=1&dpID=51PqIB4QuoL&ref=plSrch

But holy cow, it did NOT cost this much when I bought it. I think it was in the $20 range when I bought it. I can't attest for any other cases, but I really like the hard pouch this bundle came with.

You can purchase it by itself here: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00F34B6JW/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1453765792&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=ps+vita+hori+case&dpPl=1&dpID=51VDNXHbqhL&ref=plSrch

I don't know if it will fit in your pocket, but the case itself only fits the vita, so I thought it wasn't bulky.

I finally found these and it works great. Similar to the Nyko grip but it is just a grip, no charging. Nice and light too.

DerBlue Black Replacement Trigger PS Vita Hand Grip Holder Cover Case for PS VITA 2000 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GZG8CV2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_y6bcBb90AJA1F

I want to weigh in on the Sony Golds as well. Best wireless headset I have ever owned and comfortable enough to wear for hours at a time. I put them to the test with Iron Banner in Destiny and would at times wear them for 3 - 4 hours a session with no issue.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sony-PlayStation-Wireless-Stereo-Headset/dp/B00I8S4E1C/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1417632900&sr=8-1&keywords=sony+gold

I use this and absolutely love it DHSHOP Black Replacement Trigger PS Vita Hand Grip Holder Cover Case for PS VITA 2000 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GZG8CV2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_vzNKybP8463Z7

I have tried Remote play with:

• Vita + L2/R2/L3/R3 Grip
  
• PSTV
  
• Xperia Z3 tablet compact + DS4 + Game Mount
  
• PC + DS4
  
  In terms of usage, I use the PC the most followed by Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact + DS4. But they all work...
  
  In terms of ease of use / portability, I'd say it's a toss up between Tablet/DS4/Mount & Vita then PC (Laptop) + DS4. Vita isn't bad, but the screen is too small for my taste for remote play, and the grip, even though helps to add extra buttons, isn't as natural as using the DS4.
  

I use the CTA Digital case. I also have the official Sony Travel Pouch for keeping the 3 parts of the charger, though to fit the Vita in there with the brick and USB cable, I have to take the part that plugs into the electrical outlet (the figure 8 cable) out or else it's too tight of a fit. Also if you've got Sony's official external battery pack, that can fit where the bricks goes in the pics.

I also have the following 2 cases made by HORI which I'm not using atm. The blue I'm intending on using with the Aqua Blue slim I'm planning on getting in July so I have both the OLED and slim Vitas, and maybe sometime the pink one if I want to carry games as the blue one unfortunately doesn't hold any.

https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B0166G4ZKC

https://www.amazon.co.jp/gp/product/B005WPFLO8 (Looks like this on the inside, my OLED Vita did move around a bit when I tested it out which some of the reviews pointed out if Google translate is to be trusted)

Planning on also getting this Smatree case for that Vita slim for holding the 3 parts of the charger and if I ever want to bring everything at once. According to reviews, all 3 parts will fit, but it'll be a bit of a tight fit.

I use the CTA grips http://smile.amazon.com/CTA-Digital-Vita-Hand-Grip-playstation/dp/B0073ESZ58 which are basically the Nyko one without the built-in battery as I have read a lot of reports of that battery being cheap and failing pretty quick.

I have fairly large hands, and they work pretty well. And they are dirt cheap, which is also a bonus.

And you can use them with the official PS Vita carrying case just by cutting off the small strap used to connect to the vita. Which is also nice.

I didn't search but you could always just try amazon.co.uk
Amazon doesn't ship out of country from any of its locations, I personally recommend longer grips if you have big hands though like these

Interesting. I read somewhere that the Vita wouldn't charge because you'd have to short out 1 or 2 pins from the Vita cable - since it was designed to transfer data.

Bought this instead: http://www.amazon.com/battery-converter-Playstation-Cosmos-Fastening/dp/B007Y3L5RI - made my life easier :)

https://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/PlayStation+Vita+Teardown/7872

there goes the simple solutions now u may have to do a bit of a teardown to check connections from the battery pack to the vita and ensure solid connections and or replace battery pack

https://www.amazon.com/ZTHY-Compatible-SP65M-Replacement-Playstation/dp/B00OTAZAPC

at least amazon sells the battery pack and prime too lol

Got one of these, and I love it. Pretty much a must have for me for any game with heavy L/R 2/3 usage. I’m garbage with rear touchpad accuracy.

https://www.amazon.com/HORI-Vita-Remote-Assist-Attachment/dp/B01ERA94BY

Awesome! Do you know if it would fit in this case along with the Vita?

https://www.amazon.com/Digital-PS-Vita-Travel-Protective-Sony/dp/B0073ESYZO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1468950286&sr=8-1&keywords=ps+vita+case

Not at all overpriced, as fair competitors are more expensive.

Just glancing at the reviews on Amazon many people seem to be happy with the build quality as well.

And they work on both PS3 and PS4.

I personally think you're better off just getting the USB adapter and a much higher mah battery pack.

http://www.amazon.com/battery-adapter-converter-Playstation-PS-Fastening/dp/B007Y3L5RI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1393970393&sr=8-1&keywords=vita+usb+adapter

http://www.amazon.com/Bluecell-battery-charger-converter-PS-Playstation/dp/B0083QJWRK/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1393970393&sr=8-10&keywords=vita+usb+adapter

Nyko power grip is only $35 and the grip is amazing.

There's some that may be compatabile with the vita without the USB adapter. Mine isn't, though

Thanks, but honestly that's probably twice as much as what I was willing to compensate via PayPal together with trading in the two cards I already have, as brand new 32gb cards can currently be had for $60 from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/32GB-PlayStation-Vita-Memory-Card/dp/B006JKASCK/ref=pd_cp_147_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=K8YJ8YRWH9HYFAY92EHM.

The easiest way to get L2/R2 and L3/R3 is to get a trigger grip that will push the areas in those for you.

This is the best one, IMO, for that purpose (assuming you have the non-OLED version.) https://www.amazon.com/HORI-Vita-Remote-Assist-Attachment/dp/B01ERA94BY

I've been using this to play Soul Calibur VI on the vita.

I have these stick extenders. They snap right on with a click. They won't accidentally come off and they're not so big that they block any buttons. It may take some getting used to because they are higher up, so your fingers may need to adjust slightly to hit the down DPAD and X buttons, but you'll find the sticks far more comfortable than normal.

If your problem with the vita sticks are that they don't feel like they have enough range to aim, then these are exactly what you want.

I use these in combination with the Nyko Power Grip, which also feels great. Though I'm thinking about buying the trigger grips for the Vita so I could compare the two.

I recommend this one. It's great and inexpensive. However I'm not sure if it's available on amazon uk or not:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GZG8CV2/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This is the case I own, and the value of the starter pack is amazing. The pouch itself sells for $30 USD on Amazon and the starter pack is $20.

The "gold" headset (they are just known as wireless headphones in the uk : https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sony-PlayStation-Wireless-Stereo-Headset/dp/B00I8S4E1C ) are good. If they are out of budget the vita earphones work well : https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sony-PlayStation-Vita-ear-Headset/dp/B006H3PSYM/ have a good search around though, I got mine for £8 a couple of years ago.

I have this one, and I like it pretty well.

I have two differebt grips. One that has l2/r2 on the front and back to help with what ever gane uses those touch screen sections.

Then another one that has an l2/r2 and l3/r3 all on the back.

I also brought some extenderds for the analog sticks cause i have big hands and they help with targeting in Destiny and other shooters.

Heres links to what I use:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01ERA94BY?psc=1&ref=yo_pop_mb_pd_title

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01N16NN2R?psc=1&ref=yo_pop_mb_pd_title

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00XXSONHM?psc=1&ref=yo_pop_mb_pd_title

Fyi: these grips work only for the ps vita slim versions.

Both the PDP Trigger Grip and the cheap $3 grip I bought from Amazon (without triggers, just larger grips) fit in the official dock.

ADDED: This is the grip I bought from Amazon without triggers: http://www.amazon.com/PSVita-Playstation-Vita-Trigger-Grips-Black/dp/B0081EH12M/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1397143228&sr=8-5&keywords=vita+grip

I really like it.

I highly recommend getting a grip that basically turns the Vita into a controller with a screen. It'll make it infinitely more comfortable to play. I got this one, but there's a bunch of other options as well.

I paid $49.38 for a new 32GB Vita memory card at Best Buy in October 2013. That was a good price back then, and it still is now. heck, according to camelx3, the lowest price amazon has ever had is $59.50.

the 64GB cards don't really go on sale, as they aren't officially available in North America. So if you are going to import one, there is no time like the present.

I can confirm Playstation Vita w/PS4 works pretty good too. I did get the trigger case a long time ago off Amiami and its really expensive now.

https://www.amazon.com/HORI-Vita-Remote-Assist-Attachment/dp/B01ERA94BY/ref=pd_sbs_63_1?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01ERA94BY&pd_rd_r=a039beda-e77c-11e8-acaf-1f80e384ab27&pd_rd_w=s5bwm&pd_rd_wg=1bsBP&pf_rd_i=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=7d5d9c3c-5e01-44ac-97fd-261afd40b865&pf_rd_r=XV8206BMVPP8VHV09W4P&pf_rd_s=desktop-dp-sims&pf_rd_t=40701&psc=1&refRID=XV8206BMVPP8VHV09W4P

or

https://www.amazon.com/Psvita2000-r2button-Load-Grip-Cover-Black/dp/B00TP8KBJI/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1542138201&sr=8-3&keywords=ps+vita+trigger+grip

It's totally worth it. Super cheap and easy to do as well!

I found that the Vita cradle that sony put out to be rather useful. It allows you to stand it up and still charge it. It has a female audio jack out if say you wanted some louder speakers to plug in and maybe use it on your nightstand as a small little netflix screen for bedtime.

I got lucky and found mine on clearance at toys'r'us for $2.50. Amazon sells them for a little more.

http://www.amazon.com/PlayStation-Vita-Cradle/dp/B006JKARZS

Yes!

PISEN USB battery charge adapter/converter for Sony Playstation PS Vita with Cosmos Fastening Strap https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007Y3L5RI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_Yws1wbX5VSVN7

I have one of these and use a variety of other batteries to charge my vita - very convenient in my opinion.

Cheers!

I use the Smatree case. Not as low-pro as the other two suggestions on here, but not too bulky in my opinion--guess it depends on how you are transporting it. It can hold 10 game cards and in the inner zipper pouch I have: earbuds, charging cable, and both cigarette lighter adapter and wall plug adapter in there. It's not a hard case, but it's semi-hard so would help protect against drops a bit, and does allow you to carry a bit more with you, if that's needed.

Go with the hard case!

I picked up this one.. https://www.amazon.com/Smatree-Carrying-Without-Accessories-included/dp/B01B2FAWG8 .. and don't regret it for a minute.. I've dropped my Vita Slim 3 times in the past six months.. twice this past Friday from about 3 or 4 feet onto concrete.. first in a parking garage and then in a warehouse.. without any damage to my Vita.. it's simply the best $12 or $13 I've spent in years.

I took a chance on these and I love them.

This one is great. Room for games, charger, and holds the device well.

All of the 20xx series are the same console but differend bundles/markets, the original Vita is 10xx (OLED) and the Slim is 20xx (LCD). I recommend the HORI screen protectors.

I'm using a CTA Travel Case, which is more than adequate thus far. It holds four Vita games and has a small pocket for headphones or extremely small accessories. It fits the Vita snugly, ensuring it won't slide around or move the analog sticks excessively.

If you ever decide to buy a Slim model, it has straps that'll hold it in place, so it's technically a universal Vita case.

It's much smaller than most handheld travel cases I've had, which is great because I can store it in the front pocket of my laptop bag with room to spare.

A big plus is there's no obvious branding indicating expensive electronics.

I also got one shortly after getting PS Plus and haven't regretted it. I haven't played it a ton because I don't have as much time for games anymore, but I think it is a solid system.

I would recommend getting some kind of grip to make it easier to hold though, I was getting hand/wrist pain before I got myself this thing:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0073ESZ58/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

You can't charge while playing but I think it works quite well otherwise.

I bought this and love it. The d pad is better and my analog sticks have the inward curve with the 4 dots for grip like the 360.

Bluecell Set of 8 Pcs Game Control/Controller Joystick Pad Cover for Sony Playstation PSV PS Vita
http://amzn.com/B007IDIXBK

https://www.amazon.com/Nyko-Power-Grip-Vita-Sony-PS/dp/B0079V29EI

new for 90 usd, really just open yours up and look at the battery and find one online, should be pretty easy.

I have a PDP Crystal, it's tough and good looking. Perfect for life in my backpack.
http://www.amazon.com/PSVita-Custom-Crystal-Sony-PS-Vita/dp/B006X0KBY6

I got 2 of these a few days ago...

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00J00BLRM/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?qid=1398579637&sr=8-5&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70

Though I'm imported mine from yesasia.com, they're essentially the same thing. Hori makes top notch screen protectors. (Used em for my 3DS XL and Wii U gamepad) They're very easy to install as well.

Entering. It's only the four featured games available, right? If so, I'm entering for Trajectile. It looks like a fun bus/waiting time game.

This is something cool you can buy. It let's you hold the Vita as you would a controller and is under $20. This is a better version, but it's $35. There are others too.

Very nice write up and comparison Bubba. I have the trigger grip myself and find that I don't really like the bumper cover buttons because I feel they're not quite as responsive as the vita bumpers. While playing ModNation Racers Road Trip I find that while I think I'm accelerating with the trigger grips right bumper it seems to be losing the connection and I'm not accelerating. It could just take me a little more getting used to it.

It looks like there's another grip out there that I'm thinking of checking out: CTA Digital PS Vita Hand Grip http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0073ESZ58/ref=oh_o00_s00_i00_details