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[Bigfonzie]

^there is the beast.

I needed another Xbox controller but I’m cheap so ill probably be getting a 2nd hand one, I checked in gamestation and there I saw it, “The Duke” I asked if I could handle it and the clerk obliged, it felt big and strong when he passed it to me, I started to doubt whether my hands could rap around its large black form, able to reach all of its points, would it keep me warm on those late nights gaming? I left the store empty handed and a little confused inside.

So anyway, is the duke a good controller? Logitech’s wireless look hot but I’m happy with cables, what Xbox controller do you guys recommend? Remember i'm cheap… thanks. :lol

 

[6.8]

I have always loved the controller's shape and weight. I have always loathed its buttons and their positions.

 

[LakeEarth]

Was it just me or did this post sound more like gay erotica than a post about a controller?

I asked if I could handle it

it felt big and strong

I started to doubt whether my hands could rap around its large black form

I left ... empty ... and a little confused inside

 

[Bigfonzie]

:lol

 

[StrikerObi]

We've always called it The Bear Claw.

 

[VALIS]

The Duke is for real men. Manly men. Men who can grow a full beard in an hour and spit into a cup 20 feet away. The question isn't whether or not The Duke is a good controller for you, Bigfonzie. The question is, "Are you man enough for The Duke?"

 

[Wario64]

doing left side drive by shootings in GTA:SA must be a bitch on that thing

 

[tedtropy]

Dude, that console looks AWESOME.

 

[Roland Hood]

:lol @ last quote

Anyway, I never had any major problems with the original Xbox controller. I quickly got used to the oblong button shape and placement, and as stated it's big beefy structure actually provided a nice base. I finished Halo and played lots of PGR with it until I switched to the S-controller, which I'm currently using.

And I have small Asian hands.

On an unrelated note, I'm playing RE4 over again on Pro and the GC controller just feels perfect for this type of game. Maybe it's a familiarity thing, though.

 

[Apharmd Battler]

We've always called it The Bear Claw.

Naw, that's the N64 controller.........The XBox 'duke' is what a cow would use for brass knuckles. BUt I have some freinds with huge hands that love that beast.

 

[Ghost]

One of my classmates has a graduate job with MGS, he said there is a xbox360 version of the duke coming...personally i cant wait, nothing beats old school duke for FPS action.

 

[Flynn]

I like my video game controllers like I like my men...big and black (with a sorta green tint).

 

[StRaNgE]

I love the duke.

i hate the redesigned controller in comparison, moving the black and white button under the others was a huge no-no in my book.

it's comfy and just feels right too. :lol

 

[Bigfonzie]

come on awnser my question, if this thing good? I didnt think it was too big when i was holding it but is the logitech or s-controller better? also i like how the black and white buttons are easier to get too.

 

[Dyne]

Well I love it. I still use mine. Great for Outrun 2, Ninja Gaiden, and JSRF play-throughs.

 

[Jacobi]

Was it just me or did this post sound more like gay erotica than a post about a controller?

:lol

 

[Suerte]

Was it just me or did this post sound more like gay erotica than a post about a controller?

It worked for me!

 

[Bigfonzie]

Was it just me or did this post sound more like gay erotica than a post about a controller?

Hey i just say it as i see it. :lol :lol :lol

 

[StRaNgE]

come on awnser my question, if this thing good? I didnt think it was too big when i was holding it but is the logitech or s-controller better? also i like how the black and white buttons are easier to get too.

guess you did not read my response?

YES the black and white buttons are WAY WAY better in thier placement on the duke.

 

[LoGradeChili]

The actual controller size never bothered me w/ the duke (aka Bear Claw). But the duke's triggers are too large for me. I need quick triggers, not slow ones.

Also, the thumb 'grip' for the sticks are better on the S-Type. The duke has nearly no thumb grip for the analogs.

The black and white buttons, I think, are better positioned on the S-Type. They're less of a 'stretch' on the S-Type.

 

[LakeEarth]

The black and white buttons, I think, are better positioned on the S-Type. They're less of a 'stretch' on the S-Type.

Depends on the game. For 2D fighters they're useless.

 

[Gattsu25]

Duke = THE Halo controller

 

[sirris]

Long live the Duke....

I swear by the mighty black beast. Its the finest controller ever made. I purchase 4 as back ups when I found out they were discontinued. The power of the Duke compels you!

 

[Soul4ger]

Someone needs to post that Penny-Arcade with Gabe and the bear.

 

[Tiktaalik]

The Duke sucked so bad that Microsoft created the S Type to save themselves from embarassment.

 

[ocelittle]

I've never used the S...always used teh Duke.

I love the Duke.

 

[crumbs]

I bought an S when they came out, but I still use the Duke. I keep a couple of S's around for folks who cannot handle the Duke.

 

[NotMSRP]

Even the topic title sounds like it is from a gay erotica title.

 

[Funky Papa]

One of my classmates has a graduate job with MGS, he said there is a xbox360 version of the duke coming...personally i cant wait, nothing beats old school duke for FPS action.

Wait, are you kidding me? I hate the Duke for fighters but it is gaming nirvana for racers and FPS games, I'd buy one for sure

 

[StRaNgE]

Wait, are you kidding me? I hate the Duke for fighters but it is gaming nirvana for racers and FPS games, I'd buy one for sure

with the white and black button moved to trigger locations it might not make as huge a difference.

if the S controller would have put the white /black buttons where they were on the duke it would not be so bad itself.

 

[Daigoro]

im a fan of the Duke.

i do use the s-controller for some games, but the Duke is more comfy for me, and the b/w buttons are in a much better position.

really good for fps, and 3rd person action/adventure/shoot em up type games.

 

[GhaleonEB]

^there is the beast.

I needed another Xbox controller but I’m cheap so ill probably be getting a 2nd hand one, I checked in gamestation and there I saw it, “The Duke” I asked if I could handle it and the clerk obliged, it felt big and strong when he passed it to me, I started to doubt whether my hands could rap around its large black form, able to reach all of its points, would it keep me warm on those late nights gaming? I left the store empty handed and a little confused inside.

So anyway, is the duke a good controller? Logitech’s wireless look hot but I’m happy with cables, what Xbox controller do you guys recommend? Remember i'm cheap… thanks. :lol

I can't stand the S-Type - the Duke rules. Of course, I have big hands...

 

[SatelliteOfLove]

The Duke is for real men. Manly men. Men who can grow a full beard in an hour and spit into a cup 20 feet away. The question isn't whether or not The Duke is a good controller for you, Bigfonzie. The question is, "Are you man enough for The Duke?"

Dude, that console looks AWESOME.

:lol

*wipes tears of laughter from eyes*

:lol

Yeah, it was a bitch reaching for those black and white buttons; M$ has been steadily getting this controller designing thing down over the last few years.

 

[Outcast2004]

I love the duke.

i hate the redesigned controller in comparison, moving the black and white button under the others was a huge no-no in my book.

it's comfy and just feels right too. :lol

I completely, totally agree.

Of course I'm a bit biased... 6-8, 300lbs and have large ape hands....

The S just feels too small.

 

[Spike]

The only problem I had with the Duke, is that the button shapes would hurt my right thumb after repeated use.

 

[Ozchin]

DUKE = BEST CONTROLLER EVER!!!!

The triggers rock and the contour cannot be beat. I do like the ABXY Buttons of the S Controller, but the BACK, START, WHITE and BLACK buttons of the S are retarded.

I WANT A WIRELESS DUKE 360!!!!!!!!!