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EMX
08-24-2005, 06:18 PM
I want to know who is like me and still uses the original controller, for real men.

For all you girly men, please do not take offense to this thread.

J3bus WTF
08-24-2005, 06:20 PM
I have never used the fat version, I would like to try it out just to see what its like, but I do like the controller s, I find it very comfortable.

Shawn-XBA
08-24-2005, 06:42 PM
I like the s controller better, fits in my hand better and I like the button layout

tsrdawg
08-24-2005, 06:50 PM
I prefer the Duke...and yes, I also have an S controller...but I got so used to the duke that it was impossible for me to convert...I'd rather have the Duke with the electrical tape covering the familiar tear instead of the brand new S thats been used twice...

TokyoPie
08-24-2005, 07:42 PM
I use the S controller...its more comfy IMO compared to the original.

Yellowlab
08-24-2005, 09:25 PM
I have 4 of the big original controllers, and 1 Controller-S. (I've worn out the "A" button on 2 of the big ones)

Overall, I prefer the Duke for 95% of my games, and it is hands down my favorite controller on any console (the Dreamcast has the 2nd best).

However, there are a few games that I prefer the Controller-S for (the ones that require fierce button mashing over an extended period of time - mainly fighting games). The flat buttons on the Controller-S are a little easier on my tender thumb then the rounded ones on the Duke.

Ford Mustang
08-24-2005, 09:53 PM
The Duke > all.

Reclaimer
08-24-2005, 11:10 PM
I still use both controllers. If I'm doing PGR or any racing game for some reason I prefer to use the Duke.
However for shooting games that require quick and precise movements I use the S-type.
But it goes more into detail. I have an American S-type, the Halo S-type and a Japanese import S-type and the Japanese controller feels faster to me, like it's more responsive. Plus the stick heights are a bit shorter on the Japanese controllers so it's more comfortable for me because I like to use those controls for crouching and what not.
I know.. it's weird. But for every mission I have a prefered weapon. For every game, I have a prefered controller.

carlbme
08-24-2005, 11:19 PM
I have 5 of the original ones. Found some at EB Games one day just sittin in a bin for $5 a piece.

To me they are probably the best controller ever. S-Type is too small

MXracer721
08-25-2005, 12:25 AM
when i got my xbox it came with an S controller, but at the time i preferred the Duke so i bought one. i used it all the time, and loved it. i still think its the best feeling controller i've ever used, but i like the button layout on the S controller alot better. then my Duke broke, so i just used the S and i still think its really comfy and the button layout is great. so........i use teh S controller now.

Tony_Macaroni
08-25-2005, 10:02 AM
at first when i started playin the box at my buddies' house, the s type wusnt out yet so i got used to the duke. but when i baught my own it came with an s controller, so i didnt buy another one for a short while, and in that time i just got acustomed to the s-type....besides i prefer it over the duke ...

Duke
08-25-2005, 10:20 AM
The Duke rocks. I can use the S for certain games, but not in an fps that requires any skill.

Ninjermy
08-25-2005, 11:12 AM
My xbox came with a duke so of course i was loyal to it until the end. The end was when the wires started to rip in the cord to the xbox, I ended up taking it apart, exposing the wires, and attempting to tape them together many many times. Anyways after a few months I got sick of it and I went out and bought a brand new S-controller.
To this day that was the best purchase I've made for my xbox since Ninja Gaiden.

m4oH
08-25-2005, 01:44 PM
i like the duke for some games and the controller s for others. i think they are equally as comfortable but i like the black and white buttons a little more on the s.

aircobra
08-26-2005, 02:33 AM
I like both, but I use the S more. Just got more confortable with it.

Bojocon40
08-26-2005, 05:23 PM
I use the S controller.

MatrixMaul
08-27-2005, 02:00 PM
my original fatty controller was dubbed the 'Ray' controller until it broke (R.I.P.) and now I use a s controller with the very same "Ray' tag on it.

TheCovenant
08-27-2005, 08:05 PM
my original fatty controller was dubbed the 'Ray' controller until it broke (R.I.P.) and now I use a s controller with the very same "Ray' tag on it.


who the hell dubbed it that?


anyways...i prefer the s, by a lot. the d pad on the fatty just plain sucks, and im a big fighting game fan.

MatrixMaul
08-28-2005, 07:52 PM
who the hell dubbed it that?


anyways...i prefer the s, by a lot. the d pad on the fatty just plain sucks, and im a big fighting game fan.
i did...for god sake: it said 'Ray' on it

Sound2TheBay
08-28-2005, 08:19 PM
I'm the only one I know of (besides on here, now) who actually prefers the original controllers.

addict
08-29-2005, 07:29 AM
S Controller

wolf online
08-29-2005, 08:56 AM
S Controller I am just used to it.

laughs
08-29-2005, 11:32 AM
s controller.....Cause I have girly features. :cheers:

Dj Logical 1
08-29-2005, 12:05 PM
S controller

Conchord
08-29-2005, 03:22 PM
You can't beat the Big One. I wish it was a little heavier so that it felt as big as it was, but oh well. The controller s is ok, for people who are used to ps2 controller.

Hangnail
08-29-2005, 07:27 PM
S controller. I baught my Xbox at Christmas last year, so it came with it. Thus, I got used to it. My friend uses the Duke, but I can't stand it now.

addict
08-29-2005, 08:50 PM
The controller s is ok, for people who are used to ps2 controller.


not true for me. i cant stand the original PS2 controller after i bought a big MadCatz one

Polarwind
08-31-2005, 02:35 AM
Definitely the big controller. I wish I'd gotten a bunch of them before they went out of production. The black and white buttons, as well as the start and back buttons are completely in the WRONG places on these wimpy new controllers! It seriously affects my game when I go to change grenades and find empty smooth plastic where the button SHOULD be. WTF are they thinking of??

y2kash_14
09-19-2005, 01:55 AM
S-Controller....the D-pad is MUCH better on that controller

Goku_69
09-19-2005, 12:47 PM
i use the Duke, but at my g/f's she only has s controllers so i have learned to play with both just fine i just like the big one better it fits my hands perfect

Conchord
09-19-2005, 01:04 PM
the big boy is the classic man, its what set the xbox apart from the other controllers...even if you don't like it, you have to recognize its uniqueness and its sheer size.

Goku_69
09-19-2005, 07:17 PM
yeah and if someone cheats u can knock them the *@&% out with it

mattgame
09-19-2005, 07:57 PM
S but I didn't have a prob with the first one.

firewave
09-30-2005, 04:29 PM
The S is far better, I know very few people with huge enuff hands to enjoy the Duke. Plus, the button layout on the S is better.

Max33
10-01-2005, 09:36 AM
I've always prefered the Duke.I like the button layout better,and it's signifant heft.

BoogerBoy
10-01-2005, 05:10 PM
Ok you can make fun of me, but I love the fat Xbox controller. It fits great, the S controller is great too. ;)