A Better Game with the Xbox 360
Controller
When it comes to how well you perform while playing a game,
nothing is more critical than the controller you're using. PC
gamers use keyboards and mice, but console players use the
traditional controller. This handy little accessory has always been
great for platformers and action games, but it's been perceived to
be weaker for RTS and shooter games. Microsoft broke this gaming
barrier years ago with their original Xbox, which used a controller
that players found intuitive and easy for playing games like the
blockbuster Halo, the start of one of the most popular shooter
games of all time. Microsoft further improved upon their design
with the Xbox 360 controller.
Wireless Speed
The original Xbox controller was wireless, and players had
limited (relatively) freedom, being forced to stick near their
console and facing someone tripping over the cords. On the other
hand, the Xbox 360 controller is available as a standard wireless
model, giving players the freedom to move around and quickly switch
controllers between players. The only downside is that the
controller uses batteries instead of supplying power through the
cord, and so the controllers won't last forever without a recharge.
However, the batteries last quite some time without needing to be
replaced. Under such circumstances, most people prefer the wireless
Xbox 360 controller.
However, you can always opt to get the wired version for
yourself. This way, you'll never need to recharge or replace the
batteries, and you have an instant connection between the the
controller and the console. While wireless advancements in recent
years have made the connection less prone to interference and
faster overall, you may want to go with the wired controller if you
absolutely require that your actions are instantly responsive on
screen to react with unparalleled speed. However, the wireless Xbox
360 controller is reportedly nearly as good by pro and casual
gamers alike.
Another great reason to pick up a wireless Xbox 360
controller is to not get confused by the tangle of wires when
your friends come over. This makes keeping track of who has which
controller (such as player one, two, etc.) much easier because
there won't be a mess of wires confusing you. Also, many people
with large screens or projectors prefer the wireless controllers
because they can sit further back at the optimum viewing distance
from their screen, making the games all the more enjoyable.
Depending on your play style, you'll want to choose which Xbox 360
controller is right for you.
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