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Advantages: Any windows task made a doddle
Disadvantages: Sometimes doesnt respond to input

...however it is annoying that Microsoft did not spend that little bit more to offer either colour changing displays or a choice of colours for the light as my desktop has a blue theme running through it. Another problem I have is that only 6 of a total of 12 buttons light up which to me suggests poor implementation of the design. On a final note about how I feel about the device I have found it does sometimes catch when doing turns with the unit, ...
...is to use the USB plug and remove it. However this has only happened 2 times in nearly a year of ownership. Go out and get one if you play just about any MMO, MMORPG games. If you play strategy games this will make life so much easier to order units. Just pre-program it with what to do and it can order you anything from the touch of a button while you continue to play. If you play RPG games or any first or 3rd person shooters then it is great as ... Read review

Advantages: Good Clean Controls
Disadvantages: Expensive

The sidewinder is comfortable. Very comfortable. It is especially good for playing games such as Flight Simulator. I think that there is a model with force-feedback, but the one I had didn't have that. Responsiveness: 9/10 It's very responsive, even the slightest movement is detected, its like having power steering for your joystick! Installation: 10/10 I just plugged it in the USB port and away it went, very easy to install especially on windows ...
...model the shop I was in had at the time, as I play games reguarly I decided to buy it anyway. If you can get it for less than $50.00 US then it's a bargain. Overall: 7/10 If you want the best, you have to pay for it. Sidewinder is good, and it is very easy to use, however it is also very costly. ... Read review

Advantages: everything!
Disadvantages: doesn't come with a rechargable battery!

...PC, I recommend getting the Microsoft 360 Controller for Windows, which is also wireless! The Technical Stuff: -2.4GHz wireless technology with 30-foot range. -Lag-free play. -Integrated headset port for Xbox LIVE play. -Adjustable vibration feedback for longer battery life. -New left and right shoulder buttons are designed for ease of use. -The Xbox Guide Button at the centre of the controller gives you quick access to all your favourite Xbox ... Read review

Advantages: Easy to set-up/use, great value for money.
Disadvantages: Slightly lacking in design, and not very durable.

A great value, entry level joystick, for users just entering simulation/gaming, that don't want to spend too much on an all singing-all dancing joystick. The Max Fighter F-23 has all the controls that you should ever need. The axes are precise enough, with an easily found 'neutral' spot in the middle. All the buttons are easily in reach, and have a relatively substantial feel to them. The Hat-Switch is very useful for changing view settings on the ...
...anything. My only complaint with this product, is that the throttle and rudder controls have no easily findable 'neutral', so, finding the medium control setting can be quite hard. Also, after a lot of VERY heavy use, the spring for the X-Axis snapped, but I fixed this quite easily with an elastic band. The Joystick was plug and play, and registered immediately with Windows Vista. ... Read review

Advantages: Extremely reliable, traditional GC button layout, fits snugly
Disadvantages: No rumble, frequency co-ordination with multiple wavebirds can get a bit fiddly

...design and reliability that the Nintendo Wavebird still manages to hold its own. Pros The Wavebird, being the Official Nintendo wireless controller, is one of the most reliable controllers you will ever find. It is extremely sturdy, and breaking it is really a mission. The only possible problem is that the rubber on the left analogue stick *can* come off in some circumstances, but save physically chewing on it or it being scratched by a cat, it ...
...very minor issue however. Nintendo have also stopped making these now so the price of these controllers are only going up. They are available in two colours - grey and platinum. Platinum is my personaly favourite, but were never released in the UK so you will likely need to import them from the US if you want to get your hands on them. Overall They are excellent wireless controllers, and extremely reliable. The introduction of the Wii has only ... Read review