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    xbox 360 controller for PC

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by the_flying_shoe, Jul 28, 2008.

  1. the_flying_shoe

    the_flying_shoe Notebook Evangelist

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    I'm going to buy Assassin's Creed for my PC this week, but I was wondering if it's worth it to pick up the xbox 360 controller for the PC for another 20-25 bucks? I've played the game on the 360 before, and it felt like a great game, and I'm not sure how it's going to feel on the PC. Thanks.
     
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  2. Arquis

    Arquis Kojima Worshiper

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    I'd recommend a controller over a keyboard/mouse for everything besides RTS, TPS and FPS, so yeah, go for it. I'm playing DMC4 now and it's really a pain with the keyboard. Going to pick up a 360 controller myself soo.
     
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    DFI Fan Notebook Evangelist

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    If you have a Xbox 360 controller already you can buy a $19.99 USB wireless adapter from Microsoft (available at GameStop, Best Buy, etc.) and use your wireless Xbox 360 controllers with your PC (Windows XP/Vista). If you have a wired Xbox 360 controller that will work plug and play with your PC.
     
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  4. the_flying_shoe

    the_flying_shoe Notebook Evangelist

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    Thanks for all the advice. I think I would order from TigerDirect, it's about $30 w/o shipping costs.
     
    the_flying_shoe, Jul 28, 2008
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