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Opinion on a gamepad/controller #1042918
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Hi. I've decided it's time to purchase a gamepad/controller. I'm debating on a Microsoft 360 that Newegg has on sale or a Logitech. Any recommendations?
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Re: Opinion on a gamepad/controller [Re: Terri824] #1042923
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I use my dualshock 3 controller (wired) with an emulator like MotioninJoy. Works for most games that support controllers.

Re: Opinion on a gamepad/controller [Re: Terri824] #1042931
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I'm partial to the 360 controller myself, they've proven to be very reliable. Even the US military uses them for some drone and weapon controls. grin

Re: Opinion on a gamepad/controller [Re: Terri824] #1042962
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If possible go to a shop that has the controllers on display, and where you can hold the controller in your hands to see if it is the right size for your hands and feels comfortable to hold.

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I never even thought about that Jenny, thanks.


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There's only a $10 difference. I've never used a game controller and wonder how difficult it's going to be to use, I trust you can get by with only using a few of the buttons, etc. I'm concerned I won't remember what all the buttons are for. lol

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Originally Posted By: Terri824

There's only a $10 difference. I've never used a game controller and wonder how difficult it's going to be to use, I trust you can get by with only using a few of the buttons, etc. I'm concerned I won't remember what all the buttons are for. lol

How many buttons you need depends on the game.
You probably won't remember what the buttons are for at first, so keep a piece of paper handy with the game controls written down on it. Eventually you'll start remembering them.

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Thanks again Jenny, I feel a little more confident now. I am ready to give it a try! thumbsup


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