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Game Information
- Platform: Xbox
- Media: Video Game
- Item Quantity: 1
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Technical Details
- Fashionable streamline design for comfortable grip
- plug and play
- 2 analog thumb sticks, 6 analog action buttons with pressure-sensitive controls
- 1 eight -way directional pad, 2 analog triggers
- Expansion port featured 2.5mm Audio connector for xbox 360 Headset
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Product Description
The layout of this replacement XBOX 360 controller is identical to that of the original Microsoft controller, which is good news for most gamers. (NOT MADE BY MICROSOFT)
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Fun:
***Visual***
I recieved the Black wired version of this controller.
It looks very smart, and the only way you could distinguish this from an official controller visually is that there is no logo on the centre button, where normally there would be an 'x'.
***Tactile***
I was immediately surprised at this pad's build quality as soon as I held it in my hand;it has a nice chunky feel as opposed to the hollow feel that many knock-off controllers have.
The buttons are all nice and clicky, with no response issues, and while the triggers are not as springy and smooth as an official controller, they are not bad at all.
The anologue sticks are extremely nice! Responsive, springy and made of a non-slip but also comfortable material easily comparable to that of the official pad (It is EXTREMELY satisfying to click the sticks in).
***Software/compatability issues***
None so far, having used it on my PC (Windows 7 64-bit), all buttons show an excellent degree of responsivity in the Windows controller manager.
So far I have tested this on Bioshock, Project 64 emulator, and I will soon try this on Batman: Arkham Asylum.
It did not fully work while playing The Elder Scrolls: Oblivion but I understand that this is a general problem with Oblivion and to be honest I couldn't be bothered to sort it out.
I might eventually try this controller with all of my other Steam games and post again, but for now I would check if your game has any known compatability issues.
***Value***
I payed £15 for my controller and I am happy with it.
I would not pay any more, but it certainly beats paying twice the price for an official one, and it's performance is to a very high standard.
***Final Thoughts***
This is a controller that is perfect for the gamer who has just a few games he/she needs a controller for (In my case Project 64 and Arkham Asylum) and is not prepared to spend the outrageous price for an official pad.
I was very impressed with mine, and would reccommend it to my friends as a cheaper alternative.
I cannot comment on the longevity of this controller, however, and this could be where it falls down.
Frequent or constant use could wear out this controller like many other knock-offs, but until I have used it more I will not know.
This is in no way a perfect replacement but you could do alot worse!
I recieved the Black wired version of this controller.
It looks very smart, and the only way you could distinguish this from an official controller visually is that there is no logo on the centre button, where normally there would be an 'x'.
***Tactile***
I was immediately surprised at this pad's build quality as soon as I held it in my hand;it has a nice chunky feel as opposed to the hollow feel that many knock-off controllers have.
The buttons are all nice and clicky, with no response issues, and while the triggers are not as springy and smooth as an official controller, they are not bad at all.
The anologue sticks are extremely nice! Responsive, springy and made of a non-slip but also comfortable material easily comparable to that of the official pad (It is EXTREMELY satisfying to click the sticks in).
***Software/compatability issues***
None so far, having used it on my PC (Windows 7 64-bit), all buttons show an excellent degree of responsivity in the Windows controller manager.
So far I have tested this on Bioshock, Project 64 emulator, and I will soon try this on Batman: Arkham Asylum.
It did not fully work while playing The Elder Scrolls: Oblivion but I understand that this is a general problem with Oblivion and to be honest I couldn't be bothered to sort it out.
I might eventually try this controller with all of my other Steam games and post again, but for now I would check if your game has any known compatability issues.
***Value***
I payed £15 for my controller and I am happy with it.
I would not pay any more, but it certainly beats paying twice the price for an official one, and it's performance is to a very high standard.
***Final Thoughts***
This is a controller that is perfect for the gamer who has just a few games he/she needs a controller for (In my case Project 64 and Arkham Asylum) and is not prepared to spend the outrageous price for an official pad.
I was very impressed with mine, and would reccommend it to my friends as a cheaper alternative.
I cannot comment on the longevity of this controller, however, and this could be where it falls down.
Frequent or constant use could wear out this controller like many other knock-offs, but until I have used it more I will not know.
This is in no way a perfect replacement but you could do alot worse!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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Fun:
The pad is sturdy and comfortable to hold, working generally as well as the MS original version I already own so the price is reasonable on the face of it. I bought it as a spare in case I needed a second controller for any two player games.
The only problem I found so far is quite a big one though. The 8 directional D-Pad button doesn't respond well to presses as it feels quite loose to the touch and doesn't have a positive feel. I found myself pressing the down part of the button but nothing was happenning on some occasions. In a turn-based game like Last Remnant (the game I tested on first), I was able to work around the problem by simply pressing again. I found it a real pain to use the D-Pad in real-time games though as a missed click can be all the difference where reflexes matter.
I think this is possibly caused by the springs that push the button back out after pressing. On my MS controller, the springs appear to have a slightly shorter sweep and firmer feel, allowing more accuracy and a slightly faster response compared to this model.
I would say that if you play casual games and just want a 360-PC controller, this is a reasonable one to use. If you play more high tempo or accuracy based games, I would suggest sticking with the MS official controller for the slightly better response and feel.
The only problem I found so far is quite a big one though. The 8 directional D-Pad button doesn't respond well to presses as it feels quite loose to the touch and doesn't have a positive feel. I found myself pressing the down part of the button but nothing was happenning on some occasions. In a turn-based game like Last Remnant (the game I tested on first), I was able to work around the problem by simply pressing again. I found it a real pain to use the D-Pad in real-time games though as a missed click can be all the difference where reflexes matter.
I think this is possibly caused by the springs that push the button back out after pressing. On my MS controller, the springs appear to have a slightly shorter sweep and firmer feel, allowing more accuracy and a slightly faster response compared to this model.
I would say that if you play casual games and just want a 360-PC controller, this is a reasonable one to use. If you play more high tempo or accuracy based games, I would suggest sticking with the MS official controller for the slightly better response and feel.
Amazon Verified Purchase
Fun:
ok this controller arrived today, i got it out, plugged it into my xbox and all that happened is the green ring flashed for a second and went off. can anyone tell me why this has happened and what i should do
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Avoid
Xbox 360 & Windows PC USB Wired Controller Gamepad in BLACK - Hi-TEC ESSENTIALSJust received this controller today and im really disappointed. Read more
Published 17 days ago by Alex
wow great gamepad
ordered on mondy here the next day pluged it into both my laptops and working no probs doesnt slow the games and no lagg if i was to brack this oneid defo get another
Published 1 month ago by zorrodog
Faultess
This cheaper version of the official acts the same way as it would normally, compared to the layout of the official it is the same and so are the buttons, save for the Xbox logo on... Read more
Published 1 month ago by NickNack
Works Fine
I dont what the other reviewer is going on about this works pefectly fine,it looks the same as the usual xbox controller,obviously some ps3 fanboy with nothing better to do with... Read more
Published 2 months ago by M. Graham
Bad quality
Dont waste you money its a horrible control, the analogs are to stiff its not comfy and looks ugly when its infront of you!
Published 4 months ago by AppyHappyLad
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