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Which Microsoft xbox 360 Controller Should I Buy?

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Whisper2

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I plan to by a wired xbox contoller to use with my PC. Microsoft offers two versions: One is called an "xbox Controller", is black and is $30 at Newegg. The other unit is called an "xbox Controller for Windows", is silver and is $37 at Newegg. Both controllers have an MSRP of $40 and both would work with my system. I prefer black and $30.

Is there any reason why I should buy the more expensive "for Windows" version?
 
There's no difference between the two. Drivers are loaded automatically in Windows Vista or 7 when you plug in any official xbox controller.
 
Whisper2 said:
I plan to by a wired xbox contoller to use with my PC. Microsoft offers two versions: One is called an "xbox Controller", is black and is $30 at Newegg. The other unit is called an "xbox Controller for Windows", is silver and is $37 at Newegg. Both controllers have an MSRP of $40 and both would work with my system. I prefer black and $30.

Is there any reason why I should buy the more expensive "for Windows" version?
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Do you mean the tweaked silver one with an adjustable D-pad?
 
anybody seen any of the wireless adapters for PC? These were sold a few years back and as far as I know are the only way to get a wireless 360 gamepad hooked up to a PC.

Edit: Looks they are back in available outlets.
 
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If you play old school games, I'd consider getting something other than an X-Box controller. The D-pad is basically just an analog stick with a funny top and is terrible for older console games/fighters. Barring that you can ignore this post.
 
AyashiKaibutsu said:
If you play old school games, I'd consider getting something other than an X-Box controller. The D-pad is basically just an analog stick with a funny top and is terrible for older console games/fighters. Barring that you can ignore this post.
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I have my trusty PS2 usb adapter for old games, xbox360 pad for new ones 🙂
 
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