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MrCoffee

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So, my controller finally gave out after rolling over it for the upteenth time with my chair




so I'm looking for a new one. I picked this one up in 2k5 for about 7$ at BestBuy on Clearance, and I'm looking for some cheap reccomendations for replacements. Mostly used for Emulation (Love having save states) and the occasional PC game. For FPS's, I do prefer a mouse+Keyboard, So i wont be using it for any of that.

Looked around for some reviews, but everything was 25$+. Was wondering if anyone know of any gems in the rough brand/sites to pickup a new controller

Was thinking about picking up a knockoff brand controller, as it looks like it will do what I need.
 
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I have gone through a dozen PC controllers from Logitech to Thrustmasters.

However the best controllers I have to say is still console controllers. They are far much better in quality and durability.

If you have a PS2 controller then buy a PS2 to USB adapter on ebay. If your lucky your walmart might still have the old PS2/Gamecube/Xbox to USB adapter for $10. I seen a few local walmarts still have them in stock.

Or you can go for the Xbox360 controller. If you already own an Xbox360 controller just download the driver for your wired controller or pick up the wireless adapter for the wireless version. I seen the wireless adapter go for $15.99 + free shipping from newegg before.

I think the PS3 controller might work for the PC.
 
DTN107 said:
I have gone through a dozen PC controllers from Logitech to Thrustmasters.

However the best controllers I have to say is still console controllers. They are far much better in quality and durability.

If you have a PS2 controller then buy a PS2 to USB adapter on ebay. If your lucky your walmart might still have the old PS2/Gamecube/Xbox to USB adapter for $10. I seen a few local walmarts still have them in stock.

Or you can go for the Xbox360 controller. If you already own an Xbox360 controller just download the driver for your wired controller or pick up the wireless adapter for the wireless version. I seen the wireless adapter go for $15.99 + free shipping from newegg before.

I think the PS3 controller might work for the PC.
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Alas I dont. I've got a dreamcast, but I dont think that controller works on the PC :D And even if it did, I'm more familar with the PS1/2/3 style controller, and would prefer one of that style. I'll keep my eye out for a cheap console controller and adapator though. Also keeping an eye on this thread for any other deals/advice though, hehe.
 
Logitech has some pads in a similar shape to Playstation one. Saitek also has something similar (both Playstation and Xbox style). Otherwise I think the Xbox360 controller is pretty good, around $30 for the wired controller. I just have some driver crash issues I haven't been able to fix with that, and their tech support is like a robot, keep ignoring what I say and telling me to do irrelevant things.
 
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Alas I dont. I've got a dreamcast, but I dont think that controller works on the PC :D And even if it did, I'm more familar with the PS1/2/3 style controller, and would prefer one of that style. I'll keep my eye out for a cheap console controller and adapator though. Also keeping an eye on this thread for any other deals/advice though, hehe.
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Here is my ps2 look alike controller got it from a local store here for 7 or 8 bucks cant remember .. works like charm,,,

i heard genius has some good controllers, pretty much also logitech's stuff, and i tired PS3's cont. here , it doesn't work unfortunately ...
 
I always had quality issues with no-name controllers (mainly their deadzone accuracy). Honestly, go with a wired 360 controller :) You'll pay a little bit more, but it's native game support more than makes up for it.. plus they can take some abuse.

It's nice playing games that say "press button "B" to jump" instead of "press button "joy01 03" to jump" lol With everyone moving to wireless these days, you should be able to find a wired one cheap
 
If you want something cheap that works well, try the Saitek P2500. I use that and the P2900 wireless version for my emulator games, and they couldn't work any better for the money. Usually they're around $10 to $20.
 
I would DEFINITELY recommend the Xbox 360 controller. Not only does it feel great, but some games like Bioshock don't support any controllers besides the 360 one. The native support mentioned earlier is a plus as well. You should be able to get a wired USB one for around $15 on ebay or whatever.
 
I've got the Xbox 360 to PC adapter which works well. I also have a wireless Logitech Rumblepad which is modled after the PS/2 dual shock controller. I like it quite a bit as well.
 
I also use those generic $7 controllers and they're good enough, albeit you have to break them in a bit to work comfortably. Actually, it lasted longer than my other two more expensive gamepads.

One sore example is my $20+ XFX gamepad. I got it as an 'upgrade' from my $7 controller. It was nicer and easier to use, but i figured i'd use the $7 one until it breaks, so i reboxed it and put in on the shelf. 2 years later, the $7 one is still working, but i noticed the usb plug was starting to rust. So i took down the XFX pad and used it, only to find out that it no longer works!!!
 
I'm personally not a fan of those cheapy controllers. They always feel too light and plasticky, and they usually don't have rumble (or doesn't work well if it does).

If you're already spending $500+ for a gaming pc, might as well spend an extra $10 on the controller.
 
Ended up buying that knockoff for $9.19 shipped. I'll post some pics and a review when it arrives in 14-18 days.
 
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