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Color | black |
Height | 0.5 Inches |
Length | 6.7 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Size | 8.10 Inch x 6.70 Inch x 2.60 Inch |
Weight | 0.78 Pounds |
Width | 5.3 Inches |
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Dunno why you'd pay $24 for a converter when you can just pay $32 plus shipping for a new wired one that you can also use on the 360: http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Wired-Controller-Black/dp/B003ZSN600
EDIT: Also note the "New from $23.99" as well, so there ya go.
amazon has them for 29.99
http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Wired-Controller-Black/dp/B003ZSN600/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1367516815&sr=8-3&keywords=xbox+360+controller
You could also use a wired controller, $30 is a good deal
http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Wired-Controller-Black/dp/B003ZSN600/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1310413121&sr=8-1
Protip: You can get one for $25 from Amazon. The only downside to the 360 controller, in my experience, is that the D-pad sucks. Newer models have a better D-pad, but they'll also run you about sixty Earthican buckazoids.
I also have one of these. Games don't tend to discover and auto-configure to it as well as they do with the 360 controller, but it's good, solid hardware. The buttons and analog sticks are precise and it's got a good hand-feel. Most importantly, the left analog stick and D-pad are on what's called a "Cyborg" module. That means you can pop it out and turn it around based on your preference. For instance, if you prefer a Playstation-style layout, you can have it. Hell, for 12 buckazoids and free shipping, it's worth trying.
Just curious, why not buy the xbox 360 wired controller for $30 and save yourself a few bucks not having to buy the wireless receiver/charging kit? In my experience, I'm never more than 9 feet (length of the cord) away from the computer when gaming.
http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Wired-Controller-Black/dp/B003ZSN600/ref=dp_ob_title_vg
It's just plug n' play with windows. You gotta use a controller for this game.
FIFA 11 is not the same game on PC as it is on the consoles. It is the generation previous engine.
FIFA 12 will be exactly the same. Or so they say.
http://xpadder.com/ will let you map the controller's buttons to whatever you want.
If you want to invest in a better controller then the Xbox 360 wired controller is the way to go. Most Games for Windows titles have built in support and it's also reasonably durable and comfortable.
I highly recommend picking up a wired xbox 360 controller: http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Wired-Controller-Black/dp/B003ZSN600/
I've saved a significant amount of money by buying games like AC2, Arkham Asylum, GTA IV, and Just Cause 2 on Steam sales instead of waiting for the console version to go on sale. It has definitely paid for itself in that respect.
Since it's shaped like a 360 controller anyway, why not just get a real 360 controller? He's playing on a computer.
http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Wired-Controller-Black/dp/B003ZSN600/
This is pretty cool but too small and costs more than an X-box 360 controller which will work for Windows based gaming
http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Wired-Controller-Black/dp/B003ZSN600/ref=sr_1_3?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1331735226&sr=1-3
Wired is only $30 http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Wired-Controller-Black/dp/B003ZSN600/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1313544469&sr=8-1
For single player games, consider picking up a wired Xbox 360 controller to play with. That way you get the control scheme that your prefer as well as the bonus of a higher resolution/better graphics/mods/etc. I wouldn't recommend it for multiplayer though--for obvious reasons.
$25 for a dumpster controller of unknown origins? I think I'll take the hit and buy a brand new one for $35.
http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Xbox-360-Wired-Controller/dp/B003ZSN600
Tip: Your brother is going to ruin his awesome gift if he get's greedy and keeps asking for too much money. Some free money >>>> nothing because you think you deserved $25 for each one.
> I hear Xbox controllers work great, but they are so expensive comparatively.
How many controllers do you need? How often are you buying new controllers? The "Xbox 360 Controller for Windows" (includes the wireless dongle, does not include a rechargeable battery but does include 2 AAs) is currently about $50. Adding a Quick Charge Kit and spare battery is an optional ~$45 that you can spend later. Also, I believe that the wireless dongle allows multiple controllers to connect to it (I haven't verified this, though), so you can buy "regular" Xbox 360 wireless controllers for players 2-4.
Or you can get a wired controller for $34 and skip all the battery stuff.
I guess that's kind of expensive, but they Just Work^tm so you don't have to keep messing around with them or replacing them.
A standard wired controller
http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Xbox-360-Wired-Controller/dp/B003ZSN600
should work as a simple plug and play. Mine does.
Yup...
This is the original one
http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Xbox-360-Wired-Controller/dp/B003ZSN600
the wired xbox 360 controller is almost always the go-to reccomendation because:
1 it'll last a long time
2 it needs no drivers on windows computers (but if it does they are easy drivers to get)
3 it's comfortable to hold
you can buy a wireless controller too if you want but you also have to buy a reciever for it (which costs around 15 bucks or so)
I just bought one the other day. If it's not available in stores, online is a pretty good option.
I haven't tried the Steam version of GTA4, but yeah, when I played the PC version in the past it was completely painless. The 360 controller is supported by default: http://support.rockstargames.com/entries/479429-currently-supported-controllers-for-gta-iv-pc
You'd need something like this if you don't already have a controller. It contains both the controller and the USB wireless adapter. You can also get a normal wired one but for the small price difference, I would go wireless. Just personal preference.
I'd personally just purchase a Wired Xbox 360 controller and also an USB extension cord on the side. No need for batteries, the controller is great, it's cheap and it's more or less the easiest solution
Wired ones do.
of course it'd be daunting if you're playing a SNES game on a freaking JOYSTICK.
Get this. Be Happy. http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Wired-Controller-Black/dp/B003ZSN600/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1324597888&sr=8-1
I did this
http://www.amazon.com/computers-accessories/dp/B007SO06O6
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http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Wired-Controller-Black/dp/B003ZSN600/ref=pd_bxgy_pc_img_y
I preferred getting the wired one to get the actual controller instead of a wireless knockoff that might not work well
Most games are compatible with controllers. A xbox 360 controller will work with no extra drivers since the drivers are already in Windows. Although, you need an adapter to make a wireless controller work. My suggestion is to get a wired controller which plugs in over USB and requires nothing special to work. A PS4 controller, Xbox One controller, and even PS3 controller will work but you have to use special software to make them work. For ease of use, just get a wired xbox 360 controller.
> I've seen several games where it's as simple as clicking on "use xbox 360 controller", so I thought I would just do that.
Not only do many games support it "out of the box", requiring no setup or re-mapping, they will often change the UI for you, showing button prompts correctly with the icons for the 360 controls. This is why I normally recommend the 360 controller over the PS3 controller.
360 controller also works natively with Steam's big picture mode.
That said, don't get a off brand. they're terrible. I guess you could save a couple bucks and get one used, but, eww. The real deal is 34$ on Amazon right now.
Not exactly sure where you're getting $60 from...
Yeah that is what I am hoping to stay away from. If I cant find a good XBOne controller, then I might just have to break open the wallet for This along with a Chronos stick.
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As for keyboard try this and since you're using Big Picture Mode use an Xbox Controller
Correction: It is not a bluetooth device. There are USB adapters, however, to connect wireless 360 controllers to a PC. At retail, they are only available packaged with a controller - however, they can be found on EBay without the included controller. You can also sometimes find on amazon just the receiver.
I just picked up a set on amazon earlier this week for 39.99 on sale, complete with controller. Newegg also had a deal yesterday for the same.
The package you would look for is here: http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Xbox-Wireless-Controller-Windows/dp/B004QRKWKQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1348240766&sr=8-1&keywords=xbox+controller+pc
Or, just the adapter: http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Wireless-Gaming-Receiver-Windows/dp/B000HZFCT2/ref=pd_cp_vg_0
Otherwise, you can just use a "wired" 360 controller, here: http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Wired-Controller-Black/dp/B003ZSN600/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1348240793&sr=1-1&keywords=xbox+controller+wired
Finally, note that a "play and charge" cable does not allow you to connect to the PC. it must be a real, native, wired controller, or you must have the windows wireless adapter.
Not too expensive either http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Xbox-360-Wired-Controller/dp/B003ZSN600
I know it's not the same for those who prefer the PS3 controller, but the Xbox 360 controller is plug-and-play with Windows 7/8, and is generally cheaper(Goes on sale a LOT) if you don't already own one.
This is what you want:
http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Xbox-360-Wired-Controller/dp/B003ZSN600/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1383015396&sr=8-1&keywords=wired+xbox+360+controller
Anywhere?
You can get one off Newegg or Amazon for around that cheap. Both wired and wireless are around the same price, and they go on sale quite often. I bought one not long ago for $18.99 off Newegg.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16874103205
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16874103325
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003ZSN600
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003ZSP0WW
http://pcsx2.net/download.html
http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Xbox-360-Wired-Controller/dp/B003ZSN600
EGAD!!!, no, logitech just cant get controllers right, id get a regular wired 360 controller for computer/xbox
(http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Wired-Controller-Black/dp/B003ZSN600/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1334291606&sr=8-1)
You can just buy a wired Xbox 360 controller from Microsoft.
http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Wired-Controller-Black/dp/B003ZSN600/ref=dp_ob_title_vg
Xbox 360 Wired Controller works flawlessly for everything. Bought this without even owning a 360. Other third-party (and cheaper) controller certified for the 360 should work similarly well. My buddy has a cheaper Mad Catz one that works. It just uses a different driver, but Windows 7 should be able to find it automatically. Only hassle is having to separately set up the controller profiles for different games/emulators.
A wired xbox 360 controller should be about $10-$15 cheaper than the Logitech you listed. It's the correct answer.
http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Wired-Controller-Black/dp/B003ZSN600/ref=pd_cp_e_1
On PC the same button on the same controller will start Steam in Big Screen mode.
It turns out that the wired 360 controller is just standard USB, and (obviously) has native drivers that work well.
wired xbox 360 controller
plugs into usb works like a charm
http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Xbox-360-Wired-Controller/dp/B003ZSN600/ref=pd_sim_vg_2
Grab a wired (USB) Xbox 360 controller.
http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Xbox-360-Wired-Controller/dp/B003ZSN600
Or check ebay
If you like the Xbox controller, there are three easily solutions for you, by increasing price:
http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Xbox-360-Wired-Controller/dp/B003ZSN600
http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Xbox-Wireless-Controller-Windows/dp/B004QRKWKQ
http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-One-Wireless-Controller/dp/B00CMQTUSS
I use the middle option, as I prefer not having any more cables than necessary, plus any Xbox 360 controller can connect to the wireless dongle, meaning you can buy extra, new model controllers (not Xbox One) or use any controllers you can borrow. The Xbox One controller must remain plugged in via Micro-USB (included,) and the wired Xbox 360 controller obviously is wired. Microsoft has released drivers for all three and they should install automatically. For right now, there is no way to connect an Xbox One controller wirelessly.
For PS3, you will have to find a driver package. I used motioninjoy so I could use my PS3 controller for emulating SNES games, but it messed up other drivers and I ended up uninstalling it and using my 360 controller exclusively. Once the drivers are installed, you can use a Bluetooth dongle to connect the PS3 controller to the PC wirelessly.
A PS4 controller can also be used via Bluetooth, but requires DS4Tool which maps the buttons on the DS4 controller to their corresponding Xbox 360 buttons.
Well, my understanding is you currently can use an xbox controller, so I just wanted to toss it out there ( because it might fit your needs and is pretty cheap) that you can buy a wired xbox controller and use it for PC gaming.
Here is the support article for setup, and here are links for the controllers themselves from Best Buy, GameStop, and Amazon. As I recall (a friend of mine has a similar setup for her pc gaming) you fine-tune the controls through the individual game settings.
If that wouldn't work for you, or if you think a customized keyboard would be better, I hope someone can provide some help. (The potential driver patching for such a project is probably above my own abilities)
How it goes with the xbox 360 controllers, is that there is only two ways of connecting to the PC:
1.) Directly connected with a controller with the cable built in, not any of the controllers with batteries or battery packs. The Play and Charge cable is only for charging your controller(s)' and/or playing directly connected to a xbox360. But not supported for PC play.
2.) A specific wireless dongle that will allow your wireless controllers to connect wirelessly to your computer.
The links are only to Amazon, and there will definitely be better deals to be found. Hopefully this helps out.
Good Luck, Have Fun.
http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Wired-Controller-Black/dp/B003ZSN600/ref=sr_1_1?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1299070214&sr=1-1
The one I bought. Don't bother getting the wireless PC version. Much more expensive and who sits that far away from a PC monitor anyways?
Just get a USB 360 controller? My boyfriend and I used a MadCatz until he finally broke it from spin-sticking way too hard. We have the official Microsoft one now, and it's super high quality feeling and stuff.
As for customization, I'm pretty sure you can map the keys however you want so long as the game you're playing allows it. If it doesn't allow it, look into software like Xpadder, which allows you to set any button as any key/key combination on your keyboard.
EDIT: Also, a LOT of controller compatible games (4/5, maybe?) have a default Xbox layout, making Xbox 360 controllers instantly compatible with the game.
You can find them packaged at places like Amazon or BestBuy under Xbox Controller for Windows.
This is the controller + USB adapter
http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Xbox-Wireless-Controller-Windows/dp/B000KA5T6A
Receiver
http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-Wireless-Gaming-Receiver-Windows-Pc/dp/B000HZFCT2
Controller
http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Wired-Controller-Black/dp/B003ZSN600
There are wired variations but the USB adapter lets you use 4 standard 360 controllers at the same time.
If you have a PS3 there are some 3rd party applications you can install that allows you to use that controller.
The Razer Onza and the official first party Microsoft Xbox360 wired controllers are the best ones you can go with. Nearly every game that supports a gamepad supports a 360 controller and its keys.
The Wired Xbox Controllers are in my opinion the best you can get.
They're the best for any RPG or FPS. This is all coming from a bias point of view because before I was PC gaming I was an Xbox gamer.
As for the price I don't see how $30 is much of a problem. I am aware that there are various MadCatz controllers that are dirt cheap but of course you are then sacrificing quality.
However if we're talking about simulation or sport games that is not my Forté so I can't help you out too much there.
I bought it back in 2006 and it played fairly well with just mouse+keyboard. Fast forward to last week, when I finally buy a wired xbox 360 controller, and it's so much better.
So, it does support controllers, and do yourself a favor (if you're on a pc) and pick up one of these: http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Wired-Controller-Black/dp/B003ZSN600/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1324565176&sr=8-1
Best PC gamepad I've ever tried, unfortunately, if you're on an Apple with the most up-to-date OS (I have a 4-year old Macbook, it's my portable SMB/Braid/Machinarium machine) finding a driver that will make it work is a pain in the ass. Tattiebogie does not work.
Also, it's cheaper to buy it on Steam and get a wired controller than any of the copies I've seen for sale for Xbox. And you now have a controller for any other platformers you may have.
Just to show you guys what the controllers you're talking about actually look like:
Razer Onza:
http://www.razerzone.com/minisite/onza - 39.99$
Hori:
http://www.amazon.com/Hori-Controller-EX-Turbo-Xbox-360/dp/B000HS0Y6K - 30.00$
Microsoft xbox controller:
http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Wired-Controller-Black/dp/B003ZSN600 - 30.00$
There's a couple more types of controllers but these are the main ones. Hope this helps!
If you don't already have one, I recommend picking up a 360 controller for $29 on Amazon.
Basically a wireless 360 or PS3 controller needs some sort of wireless receiver connected to your PC to work. The wired 360 ones are plug and play, however.
Your best bet is to suck it up and get a wired 360 controller as that and the wireless receiver are pretty close in price, and you would have an extra controller.
Best controller for PC
It's also on sale at newegg right now for $29.99, slightly cheaper than Amazon's $34.99 although you can get it for a little less from a 3rd party vendor.
http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Xbox-360-Wired-Controller/dp/B003ZSN600/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1372298220&sr=8-1&keywords=wired+360+controller
34.99, plus free shipping. When I got mine it was only 30, but that was a couple years ago.
This it?You could always buy a wired Xbox 360 controller.
*Edit, Nevermind, I read the reviews. You would think they would get rid of the "Microsoft" link under the title. Well it looks like your only alternative is getting a wired controller or a knock off, sorry mate. I can't find anything official, unless you want to go find one used.
A quick google search tells me that it's possible to use a PlayStation controller with a PC, but I don't know how well that works. I got myself a Xbox 360 controller for PC (it's an ordinary wired Xbox 360 controller with a USB adapter) so I could better play certain games on my PC, and as someone who grew up playing PS1 and PS2 along with a little PS3 I think it works excellently.
Just curious, why are you building a gaming PC if you would rather play on a console?
Fake balls :D
And I need a freaking wired xbox controller >.>
one of these if i win e.e
edit: i didnt see i took someones idea, back to the drawing board :D
Wired Xbox 360 controller. You can also get a wireless controller but you'll need a wireless dongle for it.
No problem man, if you remember the ocean marketing debacle it had to do with the company that ran PR for the Avenger controller. Nothing to do with the Avenger company though.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0089OBLDO/ref=aw_d_detail?pd=1
Found a link for an adapter that should let you use an Xbox controller for ps3
You will have to get a corded 360 controller found here
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003ZSN600
And if course the Avenger found on their website.
Sorry I couldn't format links, I'm on mobile.
And I almost forgot. Tell your friend good luck on the road to recovery, and to be glad he has a buddy like johngoodmansanus!
So that rings up anywhere from $20-$45 (Approximately of course) in Total.
OR
You could just buy a new controller and save yourself the time...
Controller Option 1: Pay Retail
Controller Option 2: ($24.99) http://www.gamestop.com/xbox-360/accessories/gamestop-xbox-360-controller/43229
Controller option 3: (Mixed Prices) http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B003ZSN600/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_2_olp?ie=UTF8&qid=1381795985&sr=8-2-fkmr0&keywords=xbox+3260+controller&condition=used
Controller Option 4: Craiglist
I got one this morning here for $15.99. They're out of stock now, and the price has gone up, but you can get some good deals on official Microsoft controllers from Amazon if you're willing to go wired.
Yes and here you go.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003ZSN600?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s01
Awesome! Got this one right here. Thanks to everyone!
Bam. I just bought this one a few days ago. It works beautifully. It will not auto install, you have to google the drivers, but it's very easy to do, and it'll save you a few bucks over the one with the drivers preloaded. Played Shank, Beat Hazard, Bastion, Jamestown, etc., controller works great, and was autodetected every time.
This is what I use and it works lovely. It's not third party, so you have that. It works with every game I've tried it on. I use it for platformers and racing games. You mentioned Assassin's Creed which I use it for quite a bit, but you also mentioned cod and BF3. Cod and BF3 shouldn't be used. You won't have a very good response time or accuracy. Chances are you will get trashed by KBM setups on those games.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B003ZSN600/ref=sr_1_5_olp?ie=UTF8&qid=1408034494&sr=8-5&keywords=used+xbox+controller&condition=used
I would like to get this from my wishlist. It's not strictly a PC thing but as I don't own a Xbox 360 and I am trying to get into PC gaming, this controller would be helpful. And I'll still be able to use it once I get a new computer next year.
Hello, Goodbye~. And thank you very much!
Alright then. I despise fighting with uncooperative software, so I'll pony up for a new/mostly new wired X360 controller.
https://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Wired-Controller-Windows-Console/dp/B004QRKWLA/ref=sr_1_5?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1527705063&sr=1-5&keywords=xbox+360+controller+wired+pc
https://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Xbox-360-Wired-Controller/dp/B003ZSN600/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1527705063&sr=1-3&keywords=xbox+360+controller+wired+pc
Would you say either of these would work? Is one better than the other? I'd be getting the second offer on the one only available from third parties so there wouldn't be a big difference in price.
Really appreciate the help either way.
Well yeah just a normal USB xbox controller I use. I think it has to be USB tho, not wireless. Just something like this is fine http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Xbox-360-Wired-Controller/dp/B003ZSN600 but I wouldn't buy that exact one because there's probably cheaper
If you buy the 'normal' xbox 360 controller (meaning product title does not say 'for windows') you can usually save a couple dollars, and the products are identical. I recommend ordering from amazon
List of what is on the desk... printer, receiver, headphones, wireless charging pad, wii remote + IR receiver, router, LED controller, wireless mouse, earbuds, tablet, hub, 4TB external HDD, headset, xbox controller, PS3 controller, computer
http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Xbox-360-Wired-Controller/dp/B003ZSN600# Not quite $60.
>Mousepad
Ripper XXL, it is huge and cheap. Plus, looks good!
>2.0 speakers
KRK Rokit, huge battlestation favorite.
>Gamepad
The wired Xbox 360 controller is the best, it's also only $30. I am going to get one eventually.
how about a 360 controller
Well, you can always use this.
Joysticks are actually very responsive.
You get all the same customization options you would have now.
And I've never seen a FPS game that didn't allow you to adjust sensitivity.
The key downside of the Pad is you have less buttons than the keyboard. Usually in an FPS game this means you can't directly select your weapon(like using 1-9 on keyboard)
Honestly the only way to see if you like it is to try it out for yourself.
I recommend getting a 360(wired) pad
Amazon has em cheap it's 30 -40 dollars which shouldn't break your bank too badly and will let you get a feel for pad without the money investment.
the 360 Wired pads work with PC directly(all you need is a driver) and are fairly high quality (except the DPAD) for a relatively low cost.
Personally I thought they were great. Even though I have a 360 controller, I prefer keyboard + mouse for first-person games. Normally I wouldn't think of playing a platformer without a controller, but I found the default controls on PC to work perfectly and I never had a problem with them. That being said, according to this article you can use a 360 controller with the game. Since you have a PS3 I'm not sure you have a 360 controller lying around but if not I heartily recommend picking one up. If you play a lot of PC games, it's the best $30 you'll ever spend.
Well I have heard this true of trying to connect a wireless controller to a PC because microsoft uses proprietary wireless instead of bluetooth. There is an adapter but then you have such a cable mess.
http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Wired-Controller-Black/dp/B003ZSN600/ref=dp_ob_title_vg
Here is the controller for <$30 on amazon. I am just getting a PS3 controller because of the bluetooth feature.
Yeah, looks the Amazon price for the Xbox 360 Wireless Gaming Receiver is $33.99 USD.
Also, Xbox 360 Wired Controller is only $29.99 USD on Amazon.
I know this isn't what you wanted to hear, but it's relevant.
This adapter
This controller
Works with any of the GTAs I have (all of them in Play Store -- I'm a sucker for GTA < 4). Also allows you to navigate on the home screen of the Nexus 6p/9 and Pixel phone.
Something like this should work too.
http://www.amazon.ca/Microsoft-Xbox-360-Wired-Controller/dp/B003ZSN600/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1421541053&amp;sr=8-3&amp;keywords=xbox+360+controller+wired
Try Gamestop, they have their own brand for cheap usually.
TWO COMMON MISTAKES
http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Xbox-360-Wired-Controller/dp/B003ZSN600/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1417896742&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=wired+controller
uh
http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Xbox-360-Wired-Controller/dp/B003ZSN600
My Favorites are the Xbox 360 controller and the Xbox One. Those two work with every game and the buttons show up correctly since both Windows and Xbox are made by Microsoft.
Its up to $23 now, but it says its microsoft.
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I go with the official microsoft xbox controller. It just works. I tried using drivers/usb/ps3 controller, and I hear the ps4 controller can work over a bluetooth module. However, the 360 controller just works, native, no drivers/software needed. http://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Xbox-360-Wired-Controller/dp/B003ZSN600
And on amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Wired-Controller-Black/dp/B003ZSN600/
Dude, just get yourself a wired Xbox 360 controller for thirty bones and play around and see if you can get the controls to work well with it (even if you don't end up doing so, you should probably have a 360 controller if you want to get into XNA development) (I'm thinking some kind of dual-joystick scheme, maybe?). I'll be glad to help you test and make sure it works on a 360 if you do :)
http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Wired-Controller-Black/dp/B003ZSN600/ref=sr_1_1?s=videogames&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1301923985&amp;sr=1-1
Buy one of these. Super Meat Boy plays a lot better on it and it's compatible with lots of other games like the Assassin's Creed series and Arkham Asylum. Easily worth the purchase.
Don't know if you knew this or not, but you can get a USB connector to link with a 360 controller, or a controller with a USB cord built in, so that you can play your PC games with a 360 controller.... a buddy of mine does this, can't get used to the kb/mouse combo, but he wants the raw grafical power available on the PC...
Edit: Found This on Amazon
Buy one of these, or one of these with one of these. Nothing beats an Xbox controller.
Amazon sells a black wired controller for $29.96. I would rather spend a little more for a new controller instead of buying a used, greasy one.
if you want an xbox looking controller.. get an xbox controller. (wired for PC
You just need a wired XBox360 controller.
Check GameStop. I found a used one for $20.
Google: [XBox360 controller driver] once you have it... You are good to go. Many games recognize the controller and even give you tutorials using the gamepad layout. (Dungeon Defenders, On Live games, and more.)
For everything else, get Xpadder (old version free - newest version ~$15) ... you can map any buttons to your gamepad. Really useful for flash games.
Yeah, anything like this will work, just has to be an actual wired controller. Wireless controllers with charge and play cables don't work without the wireless receiver.
Very neat contest! Thanks and good luck!
Xbox 360 wireless controllers don't work that way. The USB port on them are strictly for charging, and not for linking to a console/PC. (Yeah, pretty dumb.) To get a X360 controller to work on PC you need either a real wired controller, or buy the wireless dongle for your PC.
The Xbox One Wireless controllers DO work on PC, by simply plugging a USB cable in.
Do you have a preference for Playstation or Xbox controllers?
For Xbox:
For PS3
My coworker uses this one, no battery need. hes a kinda of a tinfoil guy.
https://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Xbox-360-Wired-Controller/dp/B003ZSN600
From what I understand, an exchange has to be for a different version of the same item.
For examp'e, if you bought this xbox controller in black, wireless, you can exchange it for a different color, or a wired one, or a different colored wired one.
I don't have any help pages to back this up, but I am like 90% sure.
This one.
If you are going to play any flight sims, this one is well rated and looks like it has all the buttons.
Amazon.ca, I know people can't go one day without sucking some indie shop's dick but Amazon.ca has new for $43+tax and free shipping and sellers starting at $36. Check around your local stores see what the prices are and go from there.
Also doesn't hurt to check a Zellers in your area, they always have super old shit that should have been phased out a long time ago, my girlfriend found a pair of those really nice PSP branded headphones (the new SKU comes with a memory card for $40, fuck that shit), something that's been out of stock everywhere for a long time.
Here is a good one for 30
Bad one for 20
Again, console quality. Consoles are dx9. It's defidently viable. Otherwise, college discounts make windows dirt cheap, and if you get lucky, you may find a windows 7 guy.
Xp is certainly dated, but, this is a 235 dollar build.
Dear Console Gamer:
http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Wired-Controller-Black/dp/B003ZSN600/ref=pd_cp_e_1
http://www.amazon.com/Rechargeable-Battery-Xbox-360-wireless-controller/dp/B000Z4MG4Y
Problem solved.
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