This review is from: Microsoft Xbox 360 Common Controller for Windows – Black (PC) (Accessory)
Worked straight away after installation with fallout 3, oblivion and skyrim. I recommend to anyone who is thinking of using xpadder or similar software, it’s really easily detected and connects easily. Next day delivery, smooth process.
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This review is from: Microsoft Xbox 360 Common Controller for Windows – Black (PC) (Accessory)
I used to own an Xbox 360, but sold it to invest in a gaming PC. And it was the best thing i ever did. I bought a Saitek P380 Duel Analog controller and the thing almost made me cry. Bad responce time and backwards controls, it was cheap and I was sorry I bought it, (still have it if anyone wants it?). So, I decided to get the Xbox 360 controller for windows, it was perfect. Exerything works like a charm and its deffinetly worth the small bit extra. Bottom line…if your looking for a controller for your windows PC, this is the only little fella you need. Top class
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This review is from: Microsoft Xbox 360 Common Controller for Windows – Black (PC) (Accessory)
I bought this controller solely for gaming on my PC, as i don’t own an xbox360. And really mainly to play Skyrim, as i didn’t like how it controlled on the PC. The interface felt like it was made for console too much.
I am actually surprised how many games actually work with it out of the box! Titles like Skyrim, GTA 4, Overlord, Borderlands and Saints Row 3 work right away and some even display the proper buttons on the interface as soon as you use the controller. Also a lot of the indie games from steam work with the controller (for example Trine 2 and LIMBO).
If a game doesn’t support it, there are plenty of tools available to bind the buttons and analog sticks to keyboard presses and/or mouse movement. This opens a whole world of customization. I’ve tried this with World of Warcraft and a game called VVVVVV and it worked great.
It has a descent long wire which i guess is mainly for the xbox’s purpose. There is optional software that you can install to make it respond to pressing the Live button, but i don’t see any use for it if you only plan to use 1 controller, so i suggest not installing it. Windows 7 (and probably Vista too) will pick up this controller right away so you don’t need to install things from a cd-rom.
So in short, if you’re into gaming but still prefer a PC over a console like me, this is your thing! I can safely say that pretty much every new game that comes out that is also on the consoles will work with this controller out of the box. I should have bought one of these ages ago!
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Works great straight out of the box,
Worked straight away after installation with fallout 3, oblivion and skyrim. I recommend to anyone who is thinking of using xpadder or similar software, it’s really easily detected and connects easily. Next day delivery, smooth process.
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|The perfect controller,
I used to own an Xbox 360, but sold it to invest in a gaming PC. And it was the best thing i ever did.
I bought a Saitek P380 Duel Analog controller and the thing almost made me cry. Bad responce time and backwards controls, it was cheap and I was sorry I bought it, (still have it if anyone wants it?). So, I decided to get the Xbox 360 controller for windows, it was perfect. Exerything works like a charm and its deffinetly worth the small bit extra. Bottom line…if your looking for a controller for your windows PC, this is the only little fella you need. Top class
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|Gaming on the PC,
I bought this controller solely for gaming on my PC, as i don’t own an xbox360. And really mainly to play Skyrim, as i didn’t like how it controlled on the PC. The interface felt like it was made for console too much.
I am actually surprised how many games actually work with it out of the box! Titles like Skyrim, GTA 4, Overlord, Borderlands and Saints Row 3 work right away and some even display the proper buttons on the interface as soon as you use the controller. Also a lot of the indie games from steam work with the controller (for example Trine 2 and LIMBO).
If a game doesn’t support it, there are plenty of tools available to bind the buttons and analog sticks to keyboard presses and/or mouse movement. This opens a whole world of customization. I’ve tried this with World of Warcraft and a game called VVVVVV and it worked great.
It has a descent long wire which i guess is mainly for the xbox’s purpose. There is optional software that you can install to make it respond to pressing the Live button, but i don’t see any use for it if you only plan to use 1 controller, so i suggest not installing it. Windows 7 (and probably Vista too) will pick up this controller right away so you don’t need to install things from a cd-rom.
So in short, if you’re into gaming but still prefer a PC over a console like me, this is your thing! I can safely say that pretty much every new game that comes out that is also on the consoles will work with this controller out of the box. I should have bought one of these ages ago!
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