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Microsoft Xbox 360 Controller for PC vs Thrustmaster Dual Analog 4

8 posts · originally from https://geek.digit.in/community/threads/microsoft-xbox-360-controller-for-pc-vs-thrustmaster-dual-analog-4.181692/

Inceptionist
Inceptionist Original post #1
Feb 28, 2014 at 8:43 PM
Which one is better? Also, the Microsoft controller is expensive compared to Thrustmaster.
And I'm not a fan of PS controller layout. I found Xbox controller to be much more comfortable.

Microsoft Wired Controller for Windows - Microsoft: Flipkart.com
Thrustmaster Dual Analog 4 Gamepad - Thrustmaster: Flipkart.com
Inceptionist
Mar 4, 2014 at 9:25 PM
Bump.

Want to play Arkham and AC games on PC. Figured I should give a shot to gamepads as unlike FPS, these games are somewhat difficult on keyboard+mouse combo.
snap
snap #3
Mar 4, 2014 at 9:38 PM
Well the games you mentioned are easily played and are equally fun using KB+M also :)
Nerevarine
Mar 4, 2014 at 10:16 PM
Im also in a dilemma on buying a new Gamepad.. I had ordered an original 360 controller but it was found to be defective and i got a full refund for it..
Seeing how expensive it is, I wanna go for slightly cheaper gamepad like the Logitech F510 (Rs1850), but I heard it has deadzone issues..
That thrustmaster doesnt have analog triggers nor is it Xinput compatible
Inceptionist
Mar 5, 2014 at 10:28 AM
Well the games you mentioned are easily played and are equally fun using KB+M also :)

In my opinion, FPS are better on KB+M and action, hack 'n' slash games are better on gamepad. All those combos are better executed on gamepad.
snap
snap #6
Mar 5, 2014 at 2:42 PM
^^yep for hack n slash gamepad is a must but the games you mentioned for them controller is not necessary. Imo get the Microsoft one as it is plug and play i guess
Inceptionist
Mar 5, 2014 at 8:45 PM
I will. And I don't get into genres to much. Not an FPS, not a sandbox (GTA) and I'm running around killing people, then it is action/hack n slash for me. Maybe DMC is better example I guess.
Arjun609
Apr 14, 2014 at 11:19 AM
Keyboard and Mouse is better if it is a must use XPadder and configure to your wish