>Best sticks? Check √
>Best stick placement? Check √
>Best triggers and face buttons? Check √
>Best ergonomics? Check √
>Good d-pad? Check √
What's your excuse for not using the best controller ever made, /v/?
>>319962521
my wired xbox controller works fine for my pc and i don't emu anything so i don't need the d-pad
because it's a piece of shit that falls apart in a month
just buy another 360 controller, kids
>>319962521
2poor
>>319962521
>good d-pad
>not best d-pad
So it's not the best controller.
Does anyone know how to get the PC wireless dongle working with Windows 7? It was Windows 10 only for a while but they announced yesterday it will now work with 7 and 8.1...but with no explanation how. Google search offers no clues.
But yeah. Definitely best controller. Playing Mad Max with it atm.
>best sticks
sorry but that's neo-geo pocket
>best stick placement
literally a matter of what you're used to, i'm fine with both
>best triggers and face buttons
spongy shit isn't good, let alone best
>best ergonomics
depends on the size of the hands of a user and the pad they're used to
>good d-pad
the best d-pad ever is on PS Vita. Shame the console is dead.
>>319962521
>√
>>319962715
Overall, as in the entire controller, it is the best ever made. It isn't perfect, its just miles better than anything else.
i do
>face buttons
CREAK CREAK CREAK CREAK CREAK CREAK CREAK CREAK
rest is fine but CREAK CREAK CREAK CREAK CREAK
I already have a 360 controller that I am happy with
>>319962521
shut up
I do use it. Not because it is the best, but because it is the most convenient.
I prefer my DS4, but I always need to relaunch Steam and Mumble before it works properly in games. Just annoying, so I use the Xbone controller.
Because the 360 controller is fine and I don't have baby hands.
>>319962897
You mean the OG DS has the best d-pad.
Best plug and play. I haven't used a PlayStation controller since the PS2 but I would switch if it wasn't a pain.
>>319962521
>good dpad
it's placed in the wrong place to be useful and it's clacky like a fucking 3DS.
XBO/360 controllers are worthless unless you're only playing modern games, and most modern games are best played with KB+M.
>>319962521
i rike it
>>319962792
Probably windows update.
>>319963669
>and most modern games are best played with KB+M.
You mean only FPS,4x, RTS
Worst d-pad though
So it's pretty much useless for emulation, platformers, and fighting games
>>319962897
>Shame the console is dead.
Not even close anon, has over 30 localisations coming to the US in 2016 with even more nippon games being made and released
>>319963669
Playstation is better for clawing but I fail to see how the d-pad position makes it not useful.
>>319962521
I traded mine for a DS4 as a favor to a friend who sold his PS4 to get an Xbone.The motherfucker bought another PS4 six months later.
>>319964060
Don't talk to Sonyggers.
>>319963978
aka dead.
XBO:
dpad is still bad and in the wrong place
proprietary dongle because FUCK YOU
can't even use 360 dongle
comfy as fuck
xinput is standard
DS4:
dpad is good and can be used for platformers
use any bluetooth adapter you want, interneral or USB
battery dies super fast
xinput software can be annoying but it's not nearly as bad as people seem to think
Wii U pro:
least supported in terms of software (even DS4 can work natively if you are okay with dinput)
great battery life
unconventional design
may confuse you with XBO button prompts (X and Y are switched)
All in all I prefer the DS4 but would switch to XBO in a heartbeat if it just had a good dpad.
I need my emulation, that's half the point of a gamepad.
Also can't say enough the DS4 battery is SHIT.
The sticks are fine but the battery is fucking laughable.
![2012_HW_3_imge05B_E3[1].png](https://i.imgur.com/riwe9Bt.jpg "2012_HW_3_imge05B_E3[1].png")
I got this for $20 at best buy during a sale.
Love the d-pad and the battery life is amazing.
Only thing I don't like about it is that he triggers aren't analog but it's not a big deal with any games I've played so far.
>>319964129
I'm not a sonygger in fact my last console was a 360 so I'm technically more of an xbot.
>>319964060
DS4 isn't a claw grip.
The dpad position is not at the same height as the face buttons, and more than that the dpad is clacky (not good for platforming).
The main reason for this is because the xbox controller was designed with the dpad only really intended for switching weapons and so on, not as a main control input.
This still persists to this day.
>>319962792
It will work on Windows 7 eventually, with or without Microsoft's support, people will manage a way, just be patient.
>>319963978
Oh, so it IS death then.
>>319962521
>√
>sticks
That's why.
reminder that this is the xniggers Achilles heel.
they cannot play this game AT ALL.
one time an xkike tried to play the rowing section of Ape Escape and got so confused he had an aneurysm and had to be carried to an ambulance.
This is the truth xyzebras don't want you to know, this is why they only focus on games that don't require symmetrical sticks like Dark Souls.
Don't believe their lies.
>>319964953
What the fuck is that fish? This is not a nightmare fuel thread anon please, stop it
What's the verdict on the steam controllers? Any good or shit?
>>319962521
Don't and will never own a shitbox.
>>319965502
shit.
Valve has already said they're working on gen 2.
>>319965502
Gimmicky shit.
Don't bother.
I've got stuff for you to check OP, like this 3
It fits well with my semi-long fingers
>>319965742
It's a square root sign you mong
>Tfw own an Xbone controller
Life is good
>>319962521
too costly. I'm a cheapo that will continue buying $24 360 pads till they stop selling them.
if I ever get a big ass fuckin' tv to connect my PC to for certain games, I'll buy it since I would need a good wireless mote.
http://strawpoll.me/6252658/r
>>319965861
nah fourchins ate my unicode symbol
>>319965573
>I SHOWED HIM! I SHOWED HIM GOOD
>>319965937
source please.
Dpad is shit and triggers too. Rest is good.
>>319966659
not him and don't have a source but I can tell from the artstyle that that's Asanagi.
I'm fine with my cheaper 360 controller. Just wish it had a better D-pad and pressure sensitivity on all the buttons.
>>319962521
>√
how'd u make this mark?
>>319962521
For as much as it costs I would want the WiiU Pro layout with both thumbsticks up top and a Sega level of dpad.
I'm not paying $50 for a fucking controller m8.
>>319962619
elite ones last a while desu
>>319964413
The batter is fine, and so is the d-pad. However, the sticks are pretty shitty and the button's response is gritty
>>319962521
That controller doesn't have a check for a single one of those things.
>>319962521
>D-Pad is an improvement but DS4's better
>Can't use it wireless on PC without buying a special adapter, you can with a DS4, you only need Bluetooth
>It literally uses AA batteries on fucking 2015
sticks are fine I guess
but DS4 is better by literally everything except for battery life, It uses rechargeable batteries at least tho, you have to buy propietary ones for the XOne controller
>>319962521
I have one, because you are right.
I have never been in a situation where the d-pad was my primary method of input, and even if it was the dpad is not inaccessibly or nearly as bad as the 360 one.
>>319968241
Cute girl with small hands detected
Post hair
>>319962521
Best controller ever made is Keyboard + Mouse.
>>319968416
xbox and DS4 controllers are literally the same size
>>319962792
I'm not sure about using the wireless adapter, but a micro USB cable will work. Give it a month, I'm sure it'll work on win 7+, with or without Microsoft helping.
>>319964249
> can't even use something nobody sells
Ftfy
>>319968416
o-okay...
>>319969191
>that Russian haircut
>>319964249
On the topic of the WiiU pro controller, is there any way I can just get games to detect it as a 360 pad?
WiinSoft and WiinUPro are mediocre.
What pad has the best d-pad? Hori?
>>319962715
The wide majority of 3D games don't need d-pad for anything other than menu browsing. In 2015, not having the best d-pad makes no difference really.
>>319969191
>mudslime eyebrows
>>319970017
You're wrong. Platformers and fighting games are wholly dependent on a good d-pad.
>>319962521
LB and RB have shit placement.
>>319970346
>Platformers and fighting games
2D platformers only. Which make up less than 5% of games released nowadays. You're in the 3D era, d-pad is practically tertiary on controllers now.
>>319970273
i'm mexican
>>319970556
Not if you're emulating. It completely depends on what games you play. I play FPS games on keyboard anyways so I don't give a shit.
>>319962521
Steam controller is where it's at.
Gyro is amazing for Euro truck, and the trackpads are insane. Will never go back.
>>319970756
>emulating
>not at least using original peripherals
Faggot.
I can't decide between the xbone controller or a Steam controller.
Anyone have any experience with the steam controller?
>>319971314
I don't, but I wonder why you're even entertaining the thought, when just looking at it is atrocious.
>>319971171
Yeah I'm sure people have a half dozen controllers on their desktop.
>>319971653
Looks aren't everything in a situation like this.
>>319962521
I've already got 4 360 controllers for my pc. They spent 100 mirron dollars to make a cheaper to manufacture controller that people were willing to accept.
They didn't spend 100 million to make a better controller, you only have to shave $2 off of manufacturing in order to make that back over 50 million controllers.
I just use my ps4 controller senpai
>>319972248
>playing Gears
>chainsaw a Locust in half
>Xbone controller releases the smell of blood, bile, and shit to help me experience a true gorey kill
>>319972425
I like the features the PS4 controller has, I just hate the design of the controller.
If microsoft could make a fucking d-pad I wouldn't hate their controllers so much. It's only good for fps, which unless you are a giant faggot you should be playing with m+kb anyways.
>>319972742
I just like the triggers, i got the retro ps4 controller and it seems like they're more sensitive, or the springs havent worn down yet
>>319962521
>Best ergonomics
>Best stick placement
No, moving the left stick [down] is unnatural, that's probably also why the D-pad feels nice for you as it's at a better place. In most games it doesn't matter because you usually walk around with the left stick not doing as much movements as you do with the right stick, so whatever.
>>319972895
And this is why Xbone controller sucks.
>>319972994
No it's not.
The sticks on a psx controller are. They literally slapped some sticks on the bottom and called it a day.
>>319973414
Yes, they are.
The sticks on a Xbox controller are not. They literally slapped some sticks on randomly and called it a day.
>>319974332
wot. The xbox controller has gone through quite a few changes.
>>319962521
I own both.
>Best sticks?
Nope. The grippy texture on the sides is a welcome addition, but they are too damn small. Hell, they are even too small for the rubber nubs I often put on my controllers, so I had to buy some additional nubs just for Xbox and use them as an adapter to fit my prefered nubs on. Now that I have them the way I want they work fine, but they should have just made them normal size and saved everyone a headache.
>Best stick placement?
Autism. There is no advantage to offset sticks. Either setup works fine.
>Best triggers and face buttons?
Triggers feel a bit mushy at first but I got used to them. I think the sound dampening on the right trigger wore out because now it clicks when it bottoms out, while the left one does not. In terms of ergonomics they are good though.
>Best ergonomics?
Debateable. It's an improvement over the 360, and the 360 was an improvement over the Controller S, but the PS4 has an edge for ergonomics. The Bone controller is still built around two AA batteries and a bigger set of hands, although at least this time the batteries are hidden flush inside the controller instead of having a big ass battery pack.
>Good d-pad?
If by "good" you mean "better than that piece of shit 360 pad," then yes it's "good," because it's at least useable. The DS4's D-pad still spanks it though.
The Xbone controller is the best no-fuss option for PC, especially with the headphone jack. I think the DS4 is slightly better all around, though.
If only this bastard had good triggers and a good dpad.
They finally got it that you can either have a 3D controller or a 2D controller so you may as well prioritize both sticks. But noooo just had to ruin it with no damn analogue.
>>319974417
>No, moving the left stick [down] is unnatural
Still has that issue but as I said it doesn't matter much because most of the time the left stick is not used as much as the right one for (rapid) movements.
>>319962521
>Overrated piece of shit? Check √
>>319962619
I have my original 360 controller and I've had this Xbone controller for almost a year. Why the fuck you lying.
>>319975289
>the bottom is basically an NES controller/sideways wiimote
I never noticed that. I just thought it was the only configuration left after DS3/360 controllers took the other two layouts.
>>319974497
And I should add that the best reason to use an Xbone controller, if you are considering one, is the chatpad. It takes an "almost as good as the Dualshock 4" controller and makes it into the perfect controller for RPGs, MMOs, and anything else that beckons for a keyboard for shortcuts or typing. It's nice for Steam Chat in big picture mode, too, and it has volume control for the headphones (although you need a right-angle 3.5mm adapter just to use it comfortably with your headset, since the cord will end up poking you and will probably get damaged otherwise).
If you're not interested in using headphones or the chatpad it's harder to recommend the Xbone controller. A DS4 is cheaper, and even with a bluetooth dongle are going to cost you less than an Xbone controller and wireless dongle. The Xbone controller has more battery life, but does not include a battery pack.
Ultimately if you want the optimal experience with the Xbone controller, you are going to end up paying roughly $120 between the controller, the dongle, and the play-and-charge kit, while with the DS4 you are going to spend about $63 with the BT dongle.
The Xbox One controller can be a great controller, but all those hidden costs do add up to quite a sum. Don't buy it unless you can find it on sale, because it's definitely not worth $60. I paid about $40 for mine on Black Friday which is more reasonable considering the battery pack and dongle are not included (they should be cheaper too though).
>>319972248
>unironically using 360 gamepads for PC gaming on goddamn 2015
>>319964528
Microsoft has officially stated it is now supported on Windows 7.
My 360 controller started falling apart the other day so I need a replacement. Should I get another 360 or upgrade to XBO? Or is there any others worth looking at?
>>319975906
Why wouldn't I be using the semi official PC controller?
The bone just got support on 7/8 a few days ago.
>>319975853
Why are you getting a wireless one and messing with battery at all when you can get a wired one for like 40 bucks
>>319975853
Xbox chatpad is fucking pure SEX.
>>319962521
I like the Forza 6 one better.
Got one for $40 on Black Friday.
>>319975989
Because couch and TV.
>>319976031
It is. I was even able to play Elite Dangerous from my couch with it and never found myself struggling to figure out the right buttons. Not sure how well I'd fare in PVP compared to my HOTAS, but it was great for a nice relaxing joyride around the galaxy and some PVE.
>>319975978
Still can't use the XB1 Controller on Windows 7 or 8 wirelessly, though, right?
>>319976261
you can with the adapter.
http://www.pcgamer.com/xbox-one-wireless-adapter-now-supports-windows-7-and-81/
I'm still running the 360 controllers though
>Best
>Best
>Best
>Best
>GOOD
Kek, its ok to admit the dpad blows
>>319975978
>Dpad is complete shit
>No included rechargeable batteries
>Have to buy a special adapter to use it wirelessly on PC
>Got a xbox 360 with its regular wireless gamepad? too bad, literally useless for PC
>Sticks, LR bumpers and triggers get defective easily
>>319964060
dpad is fine if you had little hands. otherwise, its not meant to be used for primary movement.
>>319962521
I just got one of these last week, it's pretty GOAT. The only real downside is when it's plugged into my PC the white X light on the front glows pretty bright. I haven't found a way to turn it off, but otherwise I have no regrets.
>>319975906
It's really hard to appreciate just how much ass that battery bulge sucked until you've gotten used to a properly designed wireless controller. The only real alternative at the time of the 360 was the Dualshock 3, and that thing had ergonomics that were about 10 years out of date when it released.
I loved my wireless 360 controller for the longest time, and I even riced it with black buttons, a modded D-pad that actually worked, and blue LEDs instead of green. I never even owned an Xbox 360 and used it strictly for PC games. Now that I have both the Xbone and PS4 controllers at my disposal though, it's really hard to justify keeping it because my hands cannot go back to that stupid battery bulge.
>>319976261
The adapter was originally Windows 10-only but Microsoft finally got their heads out of their asses and made Windows 7 and 8 drivers for it.
>>319976507
>>Got a xbox 360 with its regular wireless gamepad? too bad, literally useless for PC
What?
>
>Have to buy a special adapter to use it wirelessly on PC
So?
>>Sticks, LR bumpers and triggers get defective easily
Defective isn't the correct word here, defective refers to an item that is broken because of design/manufacturing, not something that breaks through use. The word would be damaged/broken.
>>319976669
Why are you touching the buldge? You can't even see it when you use the controller.
I feel sorry for any poor schmuck who has the original Xbone controller with no headphone jack. The bumper buttons that one are completely broken.
>>319976182
Just get a male to female USB cable extender for 2 dollars then. If your main complaint is price, why spend more money on less value?
>>319962521
The face buttons/sticks are all cramped together. The controller is just about the 360's size, but feels a lot smaller due to it.
>>319976974
Having no bulge on the back of the controller allows for a more relaxed grip. It's one of those things you don't realize you want until you've had it.
The Dualshock 3 is just plain awkward to hold no matter what so it made for a poor comparison in that regard.
>>319976974
I'm glad you accepted my gripes against the 360 gamepad, now fuck off
Elder God Tier
>DS4
God Tier
>XOne gamepad
>DS3
Acceptable Tier
>Wii U Pro Controller
Kill Yourself Tier
>360 Gamepad
>>319977371
>I'm glad you accepted my gripes against the 360 gamepad, now fuck off
Why would I attempt to refute your opinions?
>>319962521
On paper the XB1 controller should really be the best one, but in practice I don't think it feels nearly as comfy as the 360 controller did.
>>319962715
BEST DPAD COMING THROUGH!
>>319965367
If my memory serves correctly, it electrifies you if you are in the water near it.
>>319977219
I like the ds3. I use it for all my emulation that is dpad focused. aka everything pre dreamcast.
>>319975839
>NES controller/sideways wiimote
try snes
No wired version for PC. I loved the controller when I played my friend's Xbone, but the reviews say the cable's connection is really loose when you try using it for PC
Anyone else have their 360 controller sticks start permanently tilting slightly after a few years? I use it just a few times a week, maybe 15 hours a week, and after two years, like clockwork, the left thumbstick is tilted slightly so that if you tap left on it and then take your thumb off the stick, itll keep registering left until you tilt it back. Wonder if the Xbox One controllers are a bit sturdier in that regard.
>>319977176
I don't like cables on my controllers. I'm trying to relax on my couch, not play competitive Smash Bros.
I bring up price not because I couldn't afford it (obviously if that was the case, I wouldn't have bought it) but because it's a valid criticism of the controller. If Sony can sell a comparable product for $10 less that comes with a built-in battery, the Xbox One wireless controller shouldn't cost $60.
$60 would be more reasonable if it included the play and charge kit, although ideally it should have just come with the rechargeable battery and been the same price as the DS4. There's not really anything about the controller itself that commands a higher price than the DS4, especially since some of the best features cost extra (i.e. the USB dongle and chatpad). Hell not even the Elite controller comes with a battery and that thing costs $150.
>>319977590
The DS3 isn't a terrible controller, just extremely basic.
>>319977515
Nintendo's D-pads are kind of overrated desu senpai. The Playstation's surpassed them long ago. Wii U's D-pad is somewhere between the DS4 and Xbone D-pads.
>>319962521
Because my wired 360 controller still works fine
>>319977869
Mine weren't that bad, although there was definitely some play in the center of the sticks after a few years that could result in registered movement in some games.
>>319962521
>Best triggers and face buttons? Check √
Wrong, the triggers on the DS4 have a superior shape and texture. The Xbox One trigger mechanism is better though.
>Best ergonomics? Check √
I think the Dualshock 4 is superior here as well.
Rest I have no objections to
Because of this absurd fucking dongle that you actually have to pay extra for.
>>319978194
You mean Sega.
>>319976128
That's actually nice... It'd fit alongside my arctic blue x360.
>>319978194
The DS4's d-pad is mushy garbage. No Sony d-pad has ever been on par with anything from Nintendo or Sega, you deluded fuckwit.
>>319977757
It is
>>319979213
aren't you required to pay for some sort of bluetooth receiver if you want to use the ps4 controller on your desktop?
not trying to start any fanboy shit, but I thought all wireless pads require a dongle/IR receiver to use, if your device doesn't already have one built into it.
>>319981070
>aren't you required to pay for some sort of bluetooth receiver if you want to use the ps4 controller on your desktop?
If you're planning on using it wireless, yes.
>>319981070
Mine was built in but bluetooth dongles are cheap and the one in the picture is the one that comes with the Steam controller.
I own an xbone, wii u pro, and ps3 controller. Xbone is by far the worst I've used, and my thumbs feel like they're standing on stilts with that stick height.
>>319962521
>Best stick placement
>Asymmetric
