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    controller for pc games

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by Super_v.ILL.aiN, Nov 11, 2006.

  1. Super_v.ILL.aiN

    Super_v.ILL.aiN Notebook Consultant

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    ok i have some snes roms on my computer but the thing is, it's not really as fun playing on the keyboard. so i considered buying a super nintendo but am having trouble finding one for a decent price. so i am thinking of just getting a controller to connect to my comp. but wanted to make sure it would work with the roms before i bought it. anyone have any helpful info or done this before?
     
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  2. Zellio

    Zellio The Dark Knight

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    I like the air flo ex controller myself.

    DUr, that is all the helpful info I can give, just plug it in and it'll work :eek:
     
    Zellio, Nov 11, 2006
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    if you get an xbox 360, then the wired controllers double up as computer controllers too
     
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    I use my XBox Controller S as my main pc game controller, on the rare chnace that I actually need to use one. I have a device that you can connect the Xbox or PS2 controller too your pc with. I avoid the PS2 controller cause well, it's not very good. the analog sticks aren't accurate.
    But yeah, buy a 360 controller! Those things are the best. But they're pricey!
     
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    AznImports602 Notebook Deity

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    I have a usb pc to psx controller and I play snes games with it. I preffer the psx pad to play snes games because of its d-pad.
     
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    Yep, I would totally agree. Love the controller. I posted up a thread not too long ago to ask NBR to see if I should buy it or not and a lot of people suggested yes and I did. So right now its my favorite controller ever! =)

    Yea little pricey. I agree.
     
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    Miller Notebook Consultant NBR Reviewer

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    Do you primarily use controllers for PC Gameplay, or just for certain games? What games would you say are a "must" for controller use?

    I'm getting a gaming laptop and am trying to find out what would be a better add-on purchase - a full-sized keyboard/mouse combo or a controller.
     
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    Most of the games I use my controller are like sports games (NBA Live, NHL, etc). But I still can't get the hang of using a controller for first person shooters. I think the WASD + Mouse is a lot easier.
     
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    Super_v.ILL.aiN Notebook Consultant

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    nice, thanks for the help. i'm planning on just getting a cheap controller because the only thing i plan to use it for is the snes roms which i don't need the analog sticks for. i would just buy a super nintendo before i bought a 360 controller, too pricey.
     
    Super_v.ILL.aiN, Nov 11, 2006
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  10. Paul

    Paul Mom! Hot Pockets! NBR Reviewer

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    I have a friend who has an N64 style controller with a USB connector instead of the regular N64 one that he uses with Project64 and SNES games. I would suggest the same. I don't know where you could find one though... check the internet.
     
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    Logitech Precision Plug and Play Gamepad

    read reviews at amazon
     
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    Jive Sucka Notebook Enthusiast

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    I used PS2 to USB adapters (And PS2 controllers) to play my ROMS and NBA Live 07 game on my PC.
     
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    Super_v.ILL.aiN Notebook Consultant

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    well i got a logitech dual action(basically a third party ps2 controller). it was originally 22.99 but the box was opened(i think someone had returned it) so i got 50% off. it was only 12.54 after tax. it's a pretty good controller too. the buttons aren't real stiff like some cheap console controllers can be. :D
     
    Super_v.ILL.aiN, Nov 12, 2006
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