Xbox 2 to include standard wireless controllers

[reveal]

Yes, it would. How much, though, is the question. The Logitech wireless pads (with rumble) last a decent amount of time, for example.

In any case, if they're going to go wireless as standard, then they'd better make sure the technology is there.

Maybe they'll have an adapter cord that you can attach to them that plugs into the Xbox and a) allows you to use it corded if you prefer, b) recharges an internal battery on the controller and c) allows you to still use it while it's recharging. I think that would be optimal.

 

[Welverin]

I would love to have the PS2 controller design for the xbox.

There are adaptors out there, somewhere.

It's what MAS uses instead of regular Xbox plugs when you get a joystick with for both the PS2 and Xbox.

 

[reanjr]

What disturbs me is this:


While the Controller S was an imporvement over the original pad, it is still a poorly laid out controller in need of an overhaul.

Speak for yourself. XBox S Controller is the most comfortable game controller I've ever used. PS2 has nothing intrinsically wrong with it, but it doesn't really feel comfortable either. GameCube's is horrible. Pulling the shoulder buttons requires moving your finger like half an inch, which is ridiculous.

I hope it stays exactly the same (or near to it, I wish the start and back buttons were just a smidge up and to the left).

 

[reanjr]

Maybe they'll have an adapter cord that you can attach to them that plugs into the Xbox and a) allows you to use it corded if you prefer, b) recharges an internal battery on the controller and c) allows you to still use it while it's recharging. I think that would be optimal.

That would be sweet, but it sure sounds expensive to me (though not as expensive as battery replacement every couple of months).

 

[Welverin]

Speak for yourself. XBox S Controller is the most comfortable game controller I've ever used.

So you don't find the black and white buttons at all poorly placed? I find their size and positioning make them difficult to use at all and nigh impossible to distinguish between each other without looking at the pad itself. I can forgive the placement of back and start since there's no real need to use them in a pinch but the other two are can't be over looked.

The actual size and shape of the Controller S are fine, it's the button placement that sucks and needs to be changed to make it a good controller.

 

[John Crichton]

So you don't find the black and white buttons at all poorly placed? I find their size and positioning make them difficult to use at all and nigh impossible to distinguish between each other without looking at the pad itself. I can forgive the placement of back and start since there's no real need to use them in a pinch but the other two are can't be over looked.

The actual size and shape of the Controller S are fine, it's the button placement that sucks and needs to be changed to make it a good controller.

This is exactly what my response was going to be. The feel of the controller is fine, but the button placement and action stinks. It would be nice if the buttons were a little less rounded on the top for better grip.

As for wireless - doesn't Nintendo's Wavebird get really good battery life? I would imagine that it would run on similar tech. And as for the rumble feature, I'm sure it would still be included. It's a staple of every home console these days.

 

[RangerWickett]

I used to be a staunch PS2 controller fan. Now, after Halo and Halo 2, I kinda like the X-Box controller. I can even deal with the big one in a pinch, and the black and white buttons don't faze me at all. However, I still don't like the controller for fighting games. Soul Calibur is so much easier on PS2. Fable's control scheme wasn't too bad once I got used to it.

I hear the Y-Cube's controllers will simply be a flat surface with a holographically projected display of different control set-ups. When you move your fingers, sensors will determine what button you were pressing. This is a total lie I just made up, but the technology actually exists to make it possible, if you didn't mind spending a few thousand bucks to pick up an extra controller.

 

[John Crichton]

I used to be a staunch PS2 controller fan. Now, after Halo and Halo 2, I kinda like the X-Box controller. I can even deal with the big one in a pinch, and the black and white buttons don't faze me at all. However, I still don't like the controller for fighting games. Soul Calibur is so much easier on PS2. Fable's control scheme wasn't too bad once I got used to it.

Halo and the Xbox controller are a match made in heaven. The trigger is what makes it all work.

Certain games for the Xbox really work with the controller but I guess I play too many EA sports games. Beyond Good & Evil was fine with the controller, too. Madden 2005 is damn frustrating.

I hear the Y-Cube's controllers will simply be a flat surface with a holographically projected display of different control set-ups. When you move your fingers, sensors will determine what button you were pressing. This is a total lie I just made up, but the technology actually exists to make it possible, if you didn't mind spending a few thousand bucks to pick up an extra controller.

I think you are on to something here. Although I think my idea of a controller that you manipulate with your butt is solid gold. We should start a company. The Japanese would eat this stuff up.

 

[Arnwyn]

As for wireless - doesn't Nintendo's Wavebird get really good battery life? I would imagine that it would run on similar tech. And as for the rumble feature, I'm sure it would still be included. It's a staple of every home console these days.

Except for the Wavebird... :\

 

[Ankh-Morpork Guard]

Except for the Wavebird... :\

But, for me at least, trading a rumble feature for wireless is just no question. The Wavebird rocks, and the whole rumble thing isn't all that great anyway.