Xbox 360 Wireless Controller Reviews



Amazon.com Customer Reviews

Great controller - Review written on November 18, 2008
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Rating: 4 out of 5

Great controller for almost all game types, especially shooters. I knock one star off because the d-pad is not very accurate, thus this controller is not good for fighting and classic arcade games. Other than that, it's very comfortable and has a nice feel to it even after extended gaming sessions.
Amazing Blue - Review written on November 09, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

Buy this controller now. Trust me. The blue color looks great. Forget the other colors they sell. Get blue. You'll be glad you did.
White recharge battery won't work in blue control!! - Review written on November 09, 2008
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Rating: 4 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful, 1 did not.

Just a heads up for those of you who are buying the blue control (or any colored controller). The other rechargeable white batteries that came in your original control won't work. It doesn't recognize it. Now I have to buy a blue rechargeable battery pack. It's a great control and would have been nice to know about the non compatibility issue. Thats why I knocked a star off.
Perfect - Review written on October 31, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

The most comfortable and ergonomic controller I have ever used. Looks cool, lightweight, but doesn't feel hollow. Battery lasts long. The best gaming controller out there.
Good controller - Review written on October 30, 2008
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Rating: 3 out of 5

Love the black controllers over the old white design. Batteries are the correct size and won't cause the controller to develop cracks where the battery is inserted. Smooth operation.
Overall, this controller is basically all the same as the white, but the batteries fitting correctly will make it last alot longer
Great controller, but analog sticks lack deadzone - Review written on October 29, 2008
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Rating: 4 out of 5

The Xbox 360 controller is the most comfortable game controller I've ever used. But, when using it with a PC, the analog sticks never stay in the exact center when left alone. For example, when playing a racing game, the car may veer to either side when the stick is not being touched. Microsoft should include software to create a larger deadzone, because some games do not have this adjustment.
Xbox Wireless Controller - Review written on October 21, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5
1 customer found this review not to be helpful.
Good Seller and fast shipping. Product works great and would highly recommend this seller. Thanks so much!
Good Controller - Review written on October 18, 2008
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Rating: 4 out of 5

What can I say about this controller? It's sturdy and fits my hands well. Battery life on the controller is pretty good...it'll last me about 20-24 hrs. of playing time; howeve, people who game more often may want a rechargeable kit. It's funny how prices of the xbox360 goes down, but the controller stays the same. The controller is pricey but what are the other alternatives?
Works well with PC wireless receiver. - Review written on October 11, 2008
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Rating: 4 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful.

Pros: Bought for use in Windows and works well with wireless receiver.

Cons: It should have come with a charging unit. No manual way to turn controller off in Windows; requires pulling out battery pack or let idle and go to sleep. D-pad not the best.
It's Pink - Review written on October 05, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

It works like the other wireless Xbox 360 controllers, but this one is pink. The fiance loves it.
Great Product - Review written on October 03, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

This is the best controller that I have ever bought. I have owned all current as well as past game consoles, and must say that this is the most comfortable, functional, lightweight, and best designed controller that I have ever fit into my hands. I highly recommend this product to anyone and everyone that plays the Xbox 360.
Works perfectly. - Review written on September 19, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

Original xbox controller that works like it should. No problems with this controller. it automatically turns off when you don't use it for awhile to save batteries. Reconnect is quick and hassle free. Good controller.
Awesome Controller - Review written on September 19, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5
1 customer found this review not to be helpful.
This controller is awesome if you don't want to be tangled up in wires. The range is great, I usually play from about 12 feet away from the system, and it'll work perfectly from anywhere in the room; you don't need to have a direct line of sight to your XBox. Power consumption is very good also, I've used the controller for at least 2 weeks straight without having to recharge the battery pack (sold separately). I almost finished Lost Planet before having to recharge.
Just, Keep Your Receipt... - Review written on September 16, 2008
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Rating: 3 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful, 1 did not.

I only really gave this three stars so that it'll catch some attention.

I really like the new Xbox controllers - they fit real nice and are comfortable even for many, many... ...many hours of gaming.

But I've had a bunch of issues with consistency. I now own 3 xbox 360 controllers. The one that game with the console worked fine for about 4 months, and now the left stick "wanders" - that is, if you let go of the stick, it continue reading forward motion. This causes characters to keep walking, cars to keep driving, and any kind of flying craft to nose dive. It has gotten to the point that I can't use the controller anymore. Some people claim that controllers just "do this" after extended use, but 4 months isn't a lot of time, especially when I swapped usage between this controller and the second that I bought separately with the console.

The second controller had a spring issue right out of the box - the "up" direction on the D-pad (the lower-left gray '+' button) had very little spring resistance. I always have to press up more deliberately than the other directions, and in face-paced games it can mean the difference between life and death if the button doesn't register. I can still use the controller, but I choose it for slower games like golf. I thought it would work itself out which is why I never returned it - my fault.

I recently bought one of the blue controllers (big PennState fan here) and it too has a slightly reduced spring feel to the up-D-pad button, but it's barely noticeable, and does not affect game play.

I'll keep my receipts in a safe place from here out, but otherwise, these controllers have good battery life and remain comfortable. They're also nice and heavy which makes them feel sturdy and reliable. Let's just hope that the later remains true.
Great Quality - Long Lasting - Review written on September 12, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5
2 customers found this review helpful.

After much careful thought and research, we decided to go wireless with our Xbox 360. What an awesome decision that was! I waited on a review to make sure that the wireless controllers all functioned properly, held their charge and could be played at all angles/distances up to 30ft from the TV and then some. To be on the safe side, I ordered one charge and play just in case one of the controllers went out during play. To date, it has not been needed. The controllers hold their charge just fine for all our gamers - and they tend to play up to 6 hours at a time. As to the quality of the controllers ... one was subjected to an English Springer Spaniel trying to use it as a chew toy and survived. Another was dropped on ceramic tile- when one player threw a fit- and showed no signs of damage. All 4 are still going strong months after use. I would definitely recommend going wireless for all families - especially if you have pets or young children running around that can trip on the cords. It's great for storing neatly away and not having to worry about cords being wrapped too tightly or getting tangled up. Amazon did have the best price at our time of purchase. I'm sure it's still the best deal now.
First class piece of junk - Review written on September 05, 2008
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Rating: 1 out of 5
2 customers found this review helpful, 1 did not.

This is the worst controller I have ever used. It looks great on the outside but didn't even last a year. I got this for Christmas and within 2 months the left bumper broke. I still used it up until recently, now everything moves to the left even if you're trying to go forward or to the right. I have the original controller that I have had for going on two years and it still works fine. Maybe mine was an exception since I see it got pretty good reviews, but it was an expensive exception.
great buy!! - Review written on August 29, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5
1 customer found this review not to be helpful.
Great price and great product, my Grandson says it is wonderful, one of the best he has had!
its a good controller - Review written on August 28, 2008
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Rating: 4 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful, 1 did not.

I'd love to give this five stars, but i can't. As much as it costs, the play and charge kit, in my opinion should be included. The battery life though is great with batteries lasting as long as 20 to 30 hours sometimes. The controller is comfortable to use and feels nice in your hands, not slippery, and not gritty either, it will stay in your hands no matter what game you're playing, even if you're sweating like crazy. On an even better note, it's quite a durable piece of equipment, i've dropped mine countless times, but here's the downfall. the battery case is weak. if it splits, the controller will stop functioning well, a shake or jerk will turn it off and you'll have to turn it back on. You can glue it back, but will take the chance of ruining it if you're not careful. One more problem is that the controller has a very weak d-pad, it's not sensitive to be of any use in a game, it seems to lag and will often seem to ignore quick subsequent commands. Seeing as though you tend to use the joystick now more than the d-pad its not a problem so much. But menu navigating can be irritating if you use the d-pad. It also makes fighters sluggish and problematic. But the layout makes for great shooters,and great racing titles. Unfortunately there is one more issue with this controller. You can't leave it sit. What i mean is the controller needs to recieve a command within 10-15 minutes or it will shut off, that can be problematic while waiting for an event to pop up in some games or viewing replays and the like. The console will freeze up and exclaim the controller is missing and must be restarted before continuing. its a great controller, but i'd recommend the wired one, if you need more space than the cord can give then this is a good option. just jiggle the stick every once and a while to keep it from turning off when you need it on and are watching something.
Halo 3 wireless controller - Review written on August 23, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

When it comes to Xbox 360 controllers there are no controllers out there that are as eye catchingly beautiful as these Todd McFarlene drawn Halo 3 controllers. The glossy smooth surface of the controller is a sheer joy to hold and the thumbsticks (provided it is new) are tight and precise provided that the controller is not abused. And by abused I mean anything short of dropping a freight train on it (my Fiancee's brother in law fell off a chair and landed on it with his rear and nothing happened to it.) Aside from its beauty, the controller is extremely well built, there are no connectivity issues and there are no problems using this remote and three other wireless remotes at the same time with your 360. A must have for die hard halo fans!
The perfect controller for gamer girls - Review written on August 22, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

The most important thing about this controller is its color, pink. There are other colors available, but if you have a girl gamer in the house (I have two, my daughter and wife), then this will certainly make them happy. My daughter is thrilled to have her own controller, and she's especially happy about the color. Color-coded controllers also have an additional plus -- if both players pause a game and leave the room, each player knows exactly which controller is "his" or "hers" when they return.

Out of the box, the controller is easy to setup. The multi-language instruction sheet lists the simple steps you need to take to synchronize the controller with the console, so if you've never had to do this, it should not be that difficult. Microsoft includes 2 AA batteries with this, so you are ready to go as soon as you cut the controller out of the packaging.

The A, B, X, and Y buttons seemed a little more stiff than the original controller I have, but only time will tell if that's because it is new or because Microsoft has made a design change to the hardware. Otherwise, it's a quality product that works right out of the package exactly as expected, with no surprises.
Great product. - Review written on August 20, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

Does exactly what it was designed to do. Perfect compatibility for great wireless play. Aesthetically pleasing in black.
oh baby you feel sooooo nice - Review written on August 18, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

This is one of my favorite controllers. The analog sticks are easy to use because of there positions on the controller and the buttons are all easy to use and reach. The weight of the controller feels great in your hands as does the size and shape. The battery lasts a long time and when it runs out you can just plug it into the usb port on your 360 and play as you are charging. First person shooters would be hard to find a better feeling controller. As would some of the driving / racing games for this system. A lot of the Xbox live games you download feel very good on this controller as well. This is not as big as the original Xbox controller. I remember hearing a lot of people complain that it was to big and to hard for them to play. This should fit good in most peoples hands. I think you can get a smaller one from Japan if not. What is comes down to is that this is a sturdy, well made controller and you will probably have a hard time finding anything wrong with it.
Always nice to have one more - Review written on August 17, 2008
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Rating: 4 out of 5
1 customer found this review not to be helpful.
there just isn't anything that is better than a bunch of people playing with each other in the same room nothing beats that energy. The controller is the best out for any system at the moment.
wireless controller - Review written on August 03, 2008
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Rating: 4 out of 5
1 customer found this review not to be helpful.
Bought in the US to use on a machine bought in Sweden. It didn't 'find' the Xbox360 when I first put the batteries in, but after I plugged in the play and charge cabel it was OK, and now it finds it when I turn it on without plugging it in. Arrived in the time specified in good condition.
Not an option! - Review written on July 11, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5
1 customer found this review not to be helpful.
Parents, if you are ordering XBox 360 for your kids, don't be cheap and try to avoid this purchase. You'll end up having to get them anyway. Get an extra one for yourself and join in the fun!
CUTE PINK CONTROLLER! - Review written on July 04, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

THESE WIRELESS CONTROLLERS ARE A LITTLE PRICEY BUT WELL WORTH IT. 10 BUCKS CHEAPER HERE ON AMAZON THAN AT BEST BUY.I LOVE THE GIRLIE PINK.
Wireless freedom - Review written on June 25, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5
1 customer found this review not to be helpful.
This controller is great and best of all no wires. The price they give it to you here is much, much better than in the stores. Highly recommend you buy from Amazon
What more can be said - Review written on June 03, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

The XBOX 360 wireless controller, what more needs to be said? If this were a car it would be considered the ultimate driving machine.

Design based on the s controller from the previous system and improved upon. ergonomically superior and functions flawlessly.

They are a bit pricey but they are new, prices wil drop they always do.
Flawless - Review written on May 27, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

Love it - couldn't be any easier to use. Goes great with the Elite.. Thinking of picking up one in pink for the wife..
Awesome, but - Review written on May 26, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5
1 customer found this review helpful, 4 did not.

Great controllers, best controller system on any Nexy gen system, but they break a little to easy. When I opened the packing of my first one, it fell on the floor falling probally 2 feet and the trigger button wouldn't work, plus they are as any controller on any next-gen system way to expencive.
Great design, as expected - Review written on May 12, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

It's rather a given that first party controllers are the best choice for expanding your set. This wireless controller has shown no qualms in connection or reliability. It has performed as one would expect. I'm not sure what else can be said about it. It performs as well as the controller included with the system. The black color scheme is my preferred skin and it looks like quality overall.
Good Product - Review written on May 06, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5
1 customer found this review not to be helpful.
XboX 360 wireless controller it is a very good product of the Microsoft.
You can play all games with much facility and comfort.

I recommend like consumer all the clients whom it likes the video games that obtain one of these.
Xbox 360 wireless controller-why pay more??? - Review written on May 03, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5
1 customer found this review not to be helpful.
This controller is perfect, and was way less than buying it anywhere else. It came in the original package and was shipped in a timely manner. Why would anyone pay more????
great price! - Review written on April 29, 2008
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Rating: 4 out of 5
1 customer found this review not to be helpful.
this was a great price for this item. We have used it since we got it!
thanks for the fast shipping .
I love it! - Review written on April 28, 2008
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Rating: 5 out of 5

I read a review on another site that asked why they should even make a pink controller, and I think that's pretty obvious. There are more people who play video games nowdays than just guys, and we want to be represented too! I bought this controller #1 because we needed more controllers than the two that came with the 360, #2 because I wanted something that was exclusive to me when we have people over for gaming (usually guys) that no one but me would use, and #3 because it's cute and with my decalgirls sticker on it expresses my style to anyone who sees it. I gotta say this controller is way better looking in real life than it looks in the picture. It was almost a shame to cover up so much of it with my decal but I had ordered the sticker especially for it and together it looks great too. It's a little lighter pink than the pictures show and not so glaringly cotton candy. I really like it and it does keep those dirty guy fingers off of my play space. :) I highly recommend it for all those girly girl albeit hardcore gamers out there.