Product Description

Technical DataInput Device / TypeGame padTechnical DataInput Device / Form FactorExternalTechnical DataInput Device / Connectivity TechnologyWirelessTechnical DataHeader / Product LineMicrosoft XboxTechnical DataHeader / Model360 Wireless ControllerTechnical DataHeader / CompatibilityGame consoleTechnical DataHeader / ManufacturerMicrosoftTechnical DataHeader / Packaged Quantity1Technical DataMiscellaneous / Compatible Game ConsolesMicrosoft Xbox 360

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #48 in Computer & Video Games
• Brand: Microsoft
• Released on: 2005-12-02
• Platform: Xbox 360
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: .39" h x .39" w x .39" l, .76 pounds

Manufacturer's Description:
High-performance wireless gaming is here! Using optimized technology, the Xbox 360 Wireless Controller lets you enjoy a 30-foot range and up to 40 hours of life on the two included AA batteries. When they run low, you're given ample warning so you can connect a Play & Charge Kit for uninterrupted play. Plug the Xbox 360 Headset into the controller for full two-way voice communication: a wireless first.

Customer Reviews

One Big Flaw
Attractive, comfortable, nice weight and welcome inclusion of rumble all make this a great controller. Unfortunately, I can only give it three stars due to - and bare with me, fanboys, till you see my reasoning - the PS3 controller.

I won't compare the layouts of the controllers because that comes down to personal preference. Some are more comfortable with Microsoft's layout and some with Sony's - that's up to you - and Sony's is only lighter due to the lack of dualshock.

The Sixaxis functionality of the PS3 controller is also yet to be properly implemented - there are some good attempts and some abject failures - but it does add an extra element to games and can be fun. And the one advantage the 360 controller currently has over the PS3 - namely the rumble - is about to be cancelled out by the DualShock Sixaxis, which is on its way.

However, my main issue with the 360's wireless controller is the fact that it takes two AA batteries. The Sixaxis has an internal battery that is charged (relatively quickly, even when in use) directly from the system via a standard USB cable as you play. In this day-and-age of advanced gaming technology, I'd have expected the same to be standard with the 360, but it in fact costs an extra £12.99.

Of course, if you've got a 360, then this is the controller for you, it's just a shame to have to fork out extra money for something that should have been standard.

Nice controller, could be better.
It's nicer now that Microsoft have thought to make a smaller controller, and while it's still not that small, it fits nicely into the palms. Battery life is excellent, but is also where it loses a star. The controller is not rechargable, and it is necessary to buy a charger kit and optional extra rechargable batteries in order for it to be so. This isn't nice, seeing as the controller isn't really cheap in the first place. It does also tend to switch itself off from time to time with certain games when the battery life is low, and to ge the most out of your AAs, you end up pressing the big X button every 5 minutes.
All this said, a controller, in this case, is a controller, and there's not much more to it. In short, a good piece of equipment, but you may need to spend a little more than you expected.

Clever microsoft
the new controller for the 360 is sheer genius. The lack of wires helps gameplay and the battery life is v long. I would reccomend the quick charge kit and another rechargable pack too. the controls feel intuitive and well layed out and having a direct link to the consoles menu is clever too. However the grey strip along the bottom does absorb liquid and passing controller around is not very good. On the plus side multiple controllers can be used together easily as the big Xbox logo tells whos player one. This means no following wires (there are none!) as on my old PS2 and minimal confusion. Give yourselves a pat on the back microsoft!