Hi,
I want to get a 360 wireless controller for my pc.
So I need a usb receiver, charge and play kit and controller.
Any suggestions on what to get or avoid?
How crappy are the 3rd party charge kits and receivers? I want an official Microsoft controller.
Thanks
From my experiences, 3rd party wireless receivers are fine, set up might be a bit iffy though (through some internet research I had to go through device manager and install drivers from that list). You should get an original controller though, the non official ones just don't feel right.
I do recommend that you actually buy an authentic wired one, everything will just work and it will be easier not to worry about the receiver and battery.
You can always be a pioneer and try using one of the new gen controllers and let us know how it goes :)
I ended up buying a 3rd party one off ebay and it was malfunctioning, and "Device cannot start (Code 10)" error on it, and the place I bought it from would not accept a refund because I was using Windows 8 (even though I tested it on Windows 7 with the same issue, and tried alternatives which worked immediately).
I ended up getting an official wireless 360 PC controller (with receiver) from Centrecom during their sales for $36. If you are close by to a store, wait until they have their next sale (seems to be pretty often) and see what price they have it for. They currently have it for $44, but watch out for shipping costs - http://www.centrecom.com.au/microsoft-xbox-360-wireless-cont…
Thanks for the feedback. The PC is sitting on my TV cabinet so the controller has to be wireless to reach.
I think the box marked as jr9-00012 includes a Microsoft USB receiver and wireless controller.
I'm thinking this one for $35 at megabuy plus $10 shipping:
http://www.megabuy.com.au/microsoft-jr9-00012-xbox-360-wirel…
Any suggestions for powering it?
Anyone used this: http://www.jbhifionline.com.au/game/xbox-360/duracell-xbox-3…
eneloops
lol. I should have expected that.
"What battery should I use in my car?" "eneloops"
"Which electricity company should I use?" "eneloops"
EB Games is having their 'Biggest Sale Ever', which in other words is EOFY stocktake sale. I found two packs of Xbox 360 controller + dongle bundle, for $47ea. Considering an official 360 pad costs $47 by itself, this is a great deal.
Also, I have been going to the EB Games in this city since 2009 and I purchased the last pack they had. Never seen them again. So no idea where they grabbed two from, but chances are that your local EB will have em too.
The controller/wireless receiver pack has been discontinued for quite some time now. I doubt you will see it in another store ever again.
The Xbox One controller now works on PC but needs to be wired. Better to upgrade to the new controller now. You can buy a long micro USB cable for $5 on ebay.
PC Driver
http://majornelson.com/2014/06/05/pc-drivers-for-the-xbox-on…
X1 Controller - $68 or $57 used
https://ebgames.com.au/xbox-one-164872-Xbox-One-Wireless-Con…
The play and charge kit foe the xbone has a pretty long micro USB cable anyway
2.8m I think
I bought a 360 controller from EB Games for $12. It was second hand but it worked perfectly and I still use it today for PC gaming. Note that it was wired (less hassle I feel)
I use the official Microsoft one and it works well .. if you go this option, don't forget: https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/145801