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What Gaming Controller Should I Get?

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XxSwimGuyxX

With Steam Big Picture out, I was really looking into the idea of getting a gaming controller for my computer. I mean, I'm not going to use it for hardcore gaming, but it would definitely be nice to sit back and relax and just have fun playing some casual games. I have seen the regular Microsoft Wired Controller, the Razer Onza & the Logitech F710. Are there any really good choices for gaming controllers regarding the PC world? I would (like anybody else) keep price to a minimum.

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Ritardog

get an xbox WIRED controller if you can - saves you on batt money. further, given that your cpu is most likely going to be right next to you when you play, the wireless function isn't going to be that useful to you.

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XxSwimGuyxX

Well for me, I run most of my battery-powered electronics on Rechargable batteries, so purchasing new batteries is not a worry for me.

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RAIN7

a 360 controller because it works with almost everthing in windows,any other controllers mess up or have problems. I use a black xbox 360 wired controller

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XxSwimGuyxX

I've had Xbox 360 Controllers, but I feel like the controller can get worn out easily. My family has gone through many controllers. Sometimes the 'X' and the 'Home' buttons get stuck, or the Analog sticks lose their rubbery grips and slows down. Maybe my brothers can't handle the controllers that well (they rage a lot), or that's just how an Xbox controller works.

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RAIN7

hmm, I guess they use it a lot or really press on the buttons. Mine has had no problems so far.

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MrTypos

I use the DS3 Tool to allow me to use PS3 controllers so I have two of them paired wirelessly via bluetooth. The DS3 tool allows you to run the controller in Xinput (xbox 360 controller mode), Dinput (DirectX), or just emulate a KB/Mouse, its realy an all in one solution and it even supports the six-axis and rumbling.

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XxSwimGuyxX

So you could just use your PS3 controller and easily connect it with no adapters or anything? That must be great for PS3 owners who PC game too.

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Impal3rvlad

How do you use PS3 controllers?

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bobofatt

I use the program DS3 Tool by MotionJoy to emulate it as a 360 controller and it works perfect for everything.

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venomblade

Same here, works wonders.

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bobofatt

All the compatibility, none of the crappy d-pad.

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johnxfire

I use a generic USB controller that cost about 5USD. Used x360ce to get games working with it 100% no issue as a 360 pad. It's rock solid.

Just picked up a generic wireless USB controller today for 8.5USD. Same quality, same procedure. Brand doesn't really matter imho.

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VWR

Razer Onza Tournament Edition. Period.

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Rough

Been using simple xbox 360 wireless controller for windows,lovin` it.
And there is new thing,called "Steelseries Free",don't get confused by the name tho..
www.steelseries.com/free

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vledermau5

I think it looks ugly ^^ but that doesn't say anything about how it feels like etc

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Singularity2056

Xbox Controller

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PhyreMatrix

I've only ever used the Logictech F710, It's done the trick for every game I've played. And it has a wireless receiver.

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alkmie

I have a regular nintendo, sega, playstation, and xbox 360 controllers want N64

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c00L

F710 of course. There is no alternative for PC.

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Closed 13 years ago by XxSwimGuyxX.