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Game Information
- Platform: Xbox 360
- ELSPA Minimum Age: 3
- Media: Video Game
Product Features
- Experience next generation gaming through the new standard in wired controllers
- Compact ergonomics for comfortable play
- Integrated headset port for Xbox Live play
- Adjustable vibration feedback for a personalised gaming experience
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Manufacturer's Description
The new standard in wired game pads, the Xbox 360 Controller is sleek, precise and undeniably comfortable.
Product Description
Technical DataInput Device / TypeGame padTechnical DataInput Device / Form FactorExternalTechnical DataInput Device / Connectivity TechnologyWiredTechnical DataHeader / Product LineMicrosoft XboxTechnical DataHeader / Model360 ControllerTechnical DataHeader / CompatibilityGame consoleTechnical DataHeader / ManufacturerMicrosoftTechnical DataHeader / Packaged Quantity1Technical DataMiscellaneous / Compatible Game ConsolesMicrosoft Xbox 360
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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful
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I bought the full blown Xbox 360 package so I already own a Wireless Controller, but I wanted a second controller for multiplayer games, and figured that the wired version would do nicely and would also double up as a controller for playing PC games with.
This model is obviously similar to the wireless version, but minus the battery pack and with a USB cable connected. It does indeed work with PCs as well as the 360 but you have to download a driver from Microsoft to neable this.
The controller feels lighter in the hands than the wireless version, mostly due to the removed battery pack. But while the design is basically the same, you can't help but feel that the wired controller isn't manufactured to standards as high as those used for the wireless version. The thumbsticks feel plasticy instead of the rubberized texture of the wireless thumbsticks, and the coloured plastic inset in the controller's underside also appears to be of a lower quality plastic than the one on the wireless controller.
This is a shame because otherwise the wired controller is a well designed game pad for both the xbox 360 and USB equipped PCs.
This model is obviously similar to the wireless version, but minus the battery pack and with a USB cable connected. It does indeed work with PCs as well as the 360 but you have to download a driver from Microsoft to neable this.
The controller feels lighter in the hands than the wireless version, mostly due to the removed battery pack. But while the design is basically the same, you can't help but feel that the wired controller isn't manufactured to standards as high as those used for the wireless version. The thumbsticks feel plasticy instead of the rubberized texture of the wireless thumbsticks, and the coloured plastic inset in the controller's underside also appears to be of a lower quality plastic than the one on the wireless controller.
This is a shame because otherwise the wired controller is a well designed game pad for both the xbox 360 and USB equipped PCs.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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Using it with WinXP it performs very well. I have been using it with Toca Race Driver 3. It is very well made and seems quite durable. Why no steering whell? Well, I do not like them and the keyboard is not really suited. This pad is much better.
If using it on a PC you will need to download the driver from Microsoft's site since there is no CD in the box. Double click to install. You can check it is functioning properly via the Control Panel under Game Controllers. Next, into your game(s) and set up the controls from there. There is some help offered onscreen after installation but that oddly seems more aimed at the Xbox 360 than the PC.
If using it on a PC you will need to download the driver from Microsoft's site since there is no CD in the box. Double click to install. You can check it is functioning properly via the Control Panel under Game Controllers. Next, into your game(s) and set up the controls from there. There is some help offered onscreen after installation but that oddly seems more aimed at the Xbox 360 than the PC.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Fun:
The best controller I have ever used. It is so comfortable, and Im sure it will not get tiring with extended game sessions.
I've been using this to play Halo 2 on the PC, and whilst Im still getting used to aiming with the joysticks, I am improving.
All too often with other gamepads, you feel overwhelmed with the buttons, if they are even mapped properly. Every button is mapped in Halo 2 intuitively, and if more games follow suit, and use the vibration capabilities well, the controller may begin to play a key part in PC gaming that is all too dominated by the mouse and keyboard combo.
The vibration feedback is a little strong however, and whilst feeling good when felt in short bursts. When "spraying" fire, the unit shakes along with its buttons (especially the xbox guide button) which makes a rattly noise.
Additionally the joystick buttons make a loud sound when pressed. Like somebody cracking their knuckles loudly.
All of this does not detract from the experience however. If you have a Windows Vista Machine, and need a gamepad, you can't do better than this attempt by Microsoft to unify controller gaming for the PC Platform. Just plug it into a USB port, and the drivers are automatically downloaded and installed by Windows Update. No configuration or calibration neccessary.
I've been using this to play Halo 2 on the PC, and whilst Im still getting used to aiming with the joysticks, I am improving.
All too often with other gamepads, you feel overwhelmed with the buttons, if they are even mapped properly. Every button is mapped in Halo 2 intuitively, and if more games follow suit, and use the vibration capabilities well, the controller may begin to play a key part in PC gaming that is all too dominated by the mouse and keyboard combo.
The vibration feedback is a little strong however, and whilst feeling good when felt in short bursts. When "spraying" fire, the unit shakes along with its buttons (especially the xbox guide button) which makes a rattly noise.
Additionally the joystick buttons make a loud sound when pressed. Like somebody cracking their knuckles loudly.
All of this does not detract from the experience however. If you have a Windows Vista Machine, and need a gamepad, you can't do better than this attempt by Microsoft to unify controller gaming for the PC Platform. Just plug it into a USB port, and the drivers are automatically downloaded and installed by Windows Update. No configuration or calibration neccessary.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
The recommended pad for general purpose PC.
I don't have an Xbox 360. I bought this for the PC.
Works very well, well supported in drivers by Microsoft and very easy to install. Read more
Works very well, well supported in drivers by Microsoft and very easy to install. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Mr. W. L. Pang
great controller
This is exactly what I was looking for. I wanted a decent controller for my computer which would be durable (unlike my old one) and had 2 analogue sticks and 2 analogue triggers... Read more
Published on 20 Feb 2008 by V. Hiranandani
Well built bur poor driver for PC
Works very well with fifa 07 and quite well with fsx. Doesn't work at all with anything else i've tried! Read more
Published on 19 Jan 2008 by Mama-G
Worth it
I bought this for my PC mainly but as secondly as a controller I can use with my flatmates 360 to save him buying more controllers for us all. Read more
Published on 9 April 2007 by C. Salter
XBOX 360 wirded pad pc use
I am a Huge pc and xbox gamer and have always been a fan of the keyboard and mouse play. After hering hat the 360 pad worked on pc i had to buy one dispite loving the use of a... Read more
Published on 10 Jun 2006 by Kieron Thomas
Obbiously not quite as free as the wireless remote
But on the other hand it interfaces with PC's as well, allowing you to play any of your PC games (worked amazingly well with good old MDK)
Published on 26 Feb 2006 by C. J. Houston
Solid, but still not amazing
This pad is a massive improvement on the ones that launched with the original Xbox. The design is solid and comfortable and all the buttone are within easy reach of even tiny... Read more
Published on 31 Jan 2006 by Mr. R. Bates
Xbox 360 wired controller
This is a great product, u dont need batteries 4 it and is just as good as the wireless controller. The only bad things are that u can only have 2 of them in 360 at a time. Read more
Published on 16 Jan 2006
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