Best xbox 360 remotes according to redditors
We found 17 Reddit comments discussing the best xbox 360 remotes. We ranked the 5 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 17 Reddit comments discussing the best xbox 360 remotes. We ranked the 5 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
It is a little counter-intuitive at first to not have the game be the forefront of the gaming console dashboard, but I understand why the design team placed it the way they did.
Microsoft has been trying to pitch the Xbox as an all-around entertainment device, rather than just a gaming console for eons. Back when the original black box played DVD movies, that was cutting edge for its time. Now with all of the video and music apps and things (not to mention Kinect where you don't even have to use a controller) the 360 has developed into a full-fledged one box media center. Stick that thing in your entertainment system under your tv and grab yourself one of those sweet remotes and you don't even need games.
HBOGo. Netflix. Hulu. ESPN. Last.fm. YouTube. Facebook... need I go on?
To make the "play game" button the main focus would be going against their whole strategy. The Xbox becomes just another gaming console.
Power-A Fus1on. Get it before it goes back to retail. It's a fantastic pad that I've had no troubles with. I can't get used to regular 360 sticks after these, though. The sticks are really wide.
The official matte black controllers (wireless) sell for cheap on amazon. You can get used ones for around $18-25.
Link: http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Wireless-Controller-Matte-Black/dp/B000OYITQO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1450119684&sr=8-1&keywords=black+matte+xbox
As far as the gamestop controllers, I would rather not play than use a third party controller.
Nowadays most places sell them for $50. But on amazon you can get them for the $20-$30 range. http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B000OYITQO/sr=1-4/qid=1266995164/ref=olp_tab_new?ie=UTF8&coliid=&me=&qid=1266995164&sr=1-4&seller=&colid=&condition=new
FYI - This remote kind of sucks compared to the original 360 Media Remote. The old one had a dedicated Media Center button and actually had light-up buttons which really came in handy when in a dark room. My old remote is worn out since I use the 360 for all TV and movie watching, so I held out a bit because this new one looked like it might be good. Only good thing about it is that it is sleeker and the buttons are "clicky" with very short travel.
In short, I'd suggest trying to find the old remote at a Gamestop or something since you'll probably be able to get them cheap now. I haven't used any 3rd-party remotes so unfortunately I'm unable to compare in that regard.
I guess you need to buy the wireless version.
There are both wired and wireless controller for Xbox one and 360, you can buy them in sites like Amazon or a game shop, just make sure that the description says "wireless"
Xbox One wireless Amazon link
360 wireless Amazon link
Though I use wired 360 controller, since it's cheaper and don't have to charge or replace battery every few weeks
It's a third party wired XBOX 360 controller. FUS1ON tournament controller. The box has a website on it: www.PowerA.com
It was $27 at best buy.
Quality build, but I'm not loving the D-pad.
http://amzn.com/B0096KFCSU
http://www.amazon.com/POWER-FUS1ON-Tournament-Controller-Xbox-360/dp/B0096KFCSU I think this is the one.
Most of my gaming is done on the XBOX 360. However, I was dumb enough to let a "friend" borrow a controller. When I got said controller back it looked like it had been dropped in a vat of oil. Every single button sticks and when you turn it on no matter what it will not sync with the system. So, my request is This
I appreciate the chance and hope you consider my request. If I get it or not, I am eternally grateful for this post. Thank you very much.
Yup:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000B6MLSM
I've been using the Xbox 360 Universal Media Remote (backlit version) along with the Microsoft IR receiver and it has never failed me. I do remember having to tweak a registry setting to get it to work without installing any other software. Other than that though, it's a perfect HTPC remote for me.
edit:added registry tweak link
Yes the game controller does, but if you get the DVD controller it uses IR and must have line of sight. Why I ask, WHY?
I've got both and, honestly, I really prefer the Xbox for most things for several reasons.
Things I prefer about the PS3:
umm....other than the rare exclusive I'm interested in, nothing really off the top of my head.
EDIT:
Oh, my kids prefer the PS3 controller. I personally like them both equally well.
if you don't have one of these, you should consider it.. is a programmable tv/home theater remote too.
http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Universal-Media-Remote/dp/B000B6MLSM
Solution: buy an X-Box remote.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0096KFCSU/ref=redir_mdp_mobile