I'm with you. I played Halo last night for about 4 hours and, my hands did not get tired at all. That PS2 controller is alright but, it is setup for some really smallish hands. The DC controller is my second favorite.

I like the PS2 controllers. They are small and comfortable for my hands. The N64 and DC controllers, and even the MS controllers for the PC always make my hands tired and cramped.

Of course, I'm a girl, so my hands are probably smaller than most of you...

What about after-market controllers?

I too liked the Atari controller. In fact, the 2600 controller is still setting next to the TV in the kitchen. But I've been using PS or PS2 for so long now, I can't remember the feel of any of the others (and I'm not interested enough to go down to the basement to check them out).

Right now, I'm using an after-market PS2 dual shock (can't remember the brand) that has rubber grips on the handles. That, and the actual handle size, suit me better. But I'm always on the look for a better one.