console style controller for pc games?

MrDixit on 28/11/2013 - 16:46

Ok, so I play keyboard and mouse style, but thinking of getting some cheap controllers and cheap local multiplayer games for playing with mates through the tv.

Internet seems to say the only thing that works is an xbox controller.

What does ozbargain think? Anyone tried the cheap eBay controllers etc? Or phone apps as controllers? Appreciate thoughts and recommendations.

Also, what are good local multiplayer games, thinking probably cart racers and 2d fighters probably.

Ps don't want to spend 100 bucks to play 5 buck games. Will still use keyboard and mouse for proper games.

Cheers,
MrDixit.

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Comments

  • blazeninja on 28/11/2013 - 16:51
    +1

    http://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/121989

    Try something like these?

    • MrDixit on 28/11/2013 - 17:38

      Thanks for this, I'll see if anyone got any controllers working - maybe some of these and an emulator is the way to go. It sounds like they won't work with steam games.

  • tonyjzx on 28/11/2013 - 17:48
    +3

    xbox360 controller and wireless usb dongle

    the end

    • Librarier on 28/11/2013 - 23:15

      especially since I imagine a lot of people will be selling off old controllers for cheap.

  • _Bruce_ on 28/11/2013 - 17:50

    Most games these days only work with xbox 360 controllers or compatible. I use a PS3 controller but I need to run it in emulation mode and all the on screen prompts don't match my controller.

    You should be able to pick up any third party 360 controller, but personally I'd consider a Logitech F310 for something which should be very nice to use (but no feedback and corded).

    • MrDixit on 29/11/2013 - 03:25

      Cool, want sure how (if) third party ones would work

  • tio on 28/11/2013 - 19:54

    Logitech F710: wireless + rumble, quite pricey atm though.

    At best sale it was 2 for $55 I heard

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