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Best gamepad to buy for a PC?

34 posts · originally from https://geek.digit.in/community/threads/best-gamepad-to-buy-for-a-pc.163442/

sharang.d
sharang.d Original post #1
Sep 16, 2012 at 5:35 PM
Yeah so I'm looking forward to buying a gamepad that will support maximum number of games and not have compatibility/driver issues.
So far this is what I'm seeing people recommend.

I'm looking for suggestions for you guys.
Wired and Less than 2k INR.

Also why does the MS XBOX 360 controller have just 3 months warranty? Is this a concern?
saswat23
Sep 16, 2012 at 5:48 PM
I think you have mistaken. XBOX 360 controller comes with 1yr warranty.
sharang.d
Sep 17, 2012 at 8:44 AM
On the flipkart page it says 3 months.

Bump!
sharang.d
Sep 17, 2012 at 10:57 PM
Seriously guys need some help here. Planning to buy like very very soon..
rohit32407
Sep 17, 2012 at 11:57 PM
I would also be interested in suggestions . I am thinking about buying one myself. Isnt there an option for a wireless xbox 360 controller as well?
L
Sep 18, 2012 at 12:16 AM
Go for xbox360 wired controller and yes it comes with 90 days warranty.
sharang.d
Sep 18, 2012 at 12:27 AM
Yeah MS has both wired as well as wireless.
I don't want wireless coz i don't want batteries n all..
Tribalgeek
Sep 18, 2012 at 12:31 AM
I bought x360 for 1.4k locally last month. Totally satisfied.:)
sharang.d
Sep 18, 2012 at 12:39 AM
Pune!? Whereeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee?

Out of stock on infibeam and 1.9k+ on HS18 and FK
Tribalgeek
Sep 18, 2012 at 12:46 AM
Pune!? Whereeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee?

Out of stock on infibeam and 1.9k+ on HS18 and FK

On tilak road don't remember the shop name. U too from Pune?
sharang.d
sharang.d #11
Sep 18, 2012 at 12:51 AM
Yes.
Baba Computers? I doubt they'd have it for such a low price but It's the only shop I know there.

I read there are other good/better controllers out there but the MS one works w/o any tweaks out of the box with many games which is why I'm interested in it.
Can u please remember the name of the shop n let me know? :p
rohit32407
Sep 18, 2012 at 1:01 AM
ah well i don't have an option of buying locally so i guess i am left with flipkart only. 1.9k is overpriced?
sharang.d
sharang.d #13
Sep 18, 2012 at 1:03 AM
^Yeah.
I remember HS18 having an offer for 1.6k some time ago.
Tribalgeek
Sep 18, 2012 at 1:10 AM
Yes.
Baba Computers? I doubt they'd have it for such a low price but It's the only shop I know there.

I read there are other good/better controllers out there but the MS one works w/o any tweaks out of the box with many games which is why I'm interested in it.
Can u please remember the name of the shop n let me know? :p

Ofcorse not baba:D(bogus dukan)
Shop is near sp college
sharang.d
sharang.d #15
Sep 18, 2012 at 1:30 AM
Thanks. On the side of the road with SP college main gate or the other side?
Tribalgeek
Sep 18, 2012 at 1:51 AM
Infront of Sony showroom. Mention not:D
sharang.d
sharang.d #17
Sep 18, 2012 at 2:49 AM
Cool. I'll go check it out. If it's really so cheap then i don't think I'll look at other controllers.
Tribalgeek
Sep 18, 2012 at 3:10 AM
Best luck:beer:
dan4u
dan4u #19
Sep 18, 2012 at 5:52 AM
yea, xbox controller all the way....I got one 2 years ago for 1.3 k, still works fine (but don't know for how long :| )....
sharang.d
sharang.d #20
Sep 20, 2012 at 3:41 AM
^Thanks.
All streets/shops in Pune closed due to Ganpati festival. Will have to wait now :p
lovedonator
Sep 20, 2012 at 3:13 PM
One alternative is Logitech Rumble Gamepad F510 | Gamepad | Flipkart.com . Have been using one for the last year and totally satisfied. Have played FIFA,NFS,SKYRIM,Devil May Cry and many more games. And you get 1 year warranty.
sharang.d
sharang.d #22
Sep 20, 2012 at 11:02 PM
^Thanks man but I have my mind set on the MS one now.

Btw Pune sucks. No one quoting less than 2k. Sujata quoted 2.2k :|
I don't know why so many computer shops exist here.
Can anyone point me to an online shop selling the MS Wired XBOX 360 controller at a good price?
I found it only on flipkart. Price is not very impressive but I have no option. Help please!

How about this[Shopclues.com] ? They have not given proper description, what all comes in the box etc so I'm a bit skeptical.
Also I found a 100 Rs off coupon so after applying it price comes to 1,649 Rs /-
Offer is not valid on COD. So should i make payment by credit card. Is the website reliable?
sharang.d
sharang.d #23
Sep 23, 2012 at 11:30 PM
Wasted all my money partying :|
Will re-open after I collect money again in a few days.
In the mean time post any good deals on the XBOX 360 controller if you find any :)
sharang.d
sharang.d #24
Sep 26, 2012 at 10:23 PM
Ordered @ Rs 1,499/- from shopclues :D
S
sarthak #25
Sep 27, 2012 at 12:56 AM
How did you get for 1.5k ? Its showing 1.75k on the website for me.
sharang.d
sharang.d #26
Sep 27, 2012 at 10:13 AM
1) Recharge mobile for Rs. 10 from paytm.com
2) Opt for 250 Rs off on shopclues.com coupon
3) Apply the code on shopclues

XD
W
Sep 28, 2012 at 8:13 AM
What I suggest you is go for cheap controllers. If you will like play games once in a while then its ok to go for those high end controllers but i if you are thinking of doing some heavy duty gaming them you should prefer cheap SVB game pads they are good for more than 6 months and i find it easier to replace at their price when they get spoilt. The keys go inside that is the only problem. Let me know if you buy a high end controller and it lasts more than 1 year with some heavy duty gaming i'll switch. But right now i dont think i require them.
sharang.d
sharang.d #28
Sep 28, 2012 at 1:27 PM
Basically i just went for the MS one due to the out-of-box compatibility with most of the games. Didn't know if the other controllers would work like this.
I won't say I play extremely heavy duty.. Let's see now. Only time will tell :p
sharang.d
sharang.d #29
Oct 6, 2012 at 4:01 PM
Recieved Microsoft XBOX 360 Wired Controller from Shopclues.com for INR 1,499/-
Loving it.

Close thread plx :D
saswat23
saswat23 #30
Oct 6, 2012 at 6:45 PM
Waiting for pics.
Tribalgeek
Oct 6, 2012 at 7:28 PM
Congrats buddy.. pics please.. :D
sharang.d
sharang.d #32
Oct 6, 2012 at 10:03 PM
Lol u want pics of a controller?
d6bmg
d6bmg #34
Oct 7, 2012 at 12:05 AM
1.5K for wired controller is a very good deal, specially considering the present market scenario!! Enjoy the controller.