LogiCrap Gamepads

I have used these and the Rumble Pads ^ a lot myself. One thing you can try is if you are playing close to a desk, maybe wrap the cord around a handle, so if it does fall from your lap, it won't hit the floor. Otherwise, I am not sure why you are having so many issues. Maybe you just got some from a bad batch? I have been using them for years with no problems. The cordless are nice, but they are heavier. That and the batteries always have the habit of running out when you need them the most :P

I've had a few 310's over the years, and their QC is iffy, but after fixing the one the last time it has worked great since (spring was stuck).




PS2 controller w/ adapter doesn't need any special drivers and works out of the box, I've heard the PS4 controller is supposed to be direct-input however I've also heard it needs software to work, so I'm curious.

360 (even wireless) can work with the right drivers, here's win7 compatible wireless ones:

http://lavendy.net/special/driver/x360wc/index.html

The issue is that the 360 controller is an x-input device, which a game has to be made for directx 9 or above (iirc) and XI is using 8.1 (also has a lot to do with many of our other common issues).

Yet he's right. While Logitech's QC leaves something to be desired, they're not designed to be dropped/tossed/etc.

As far as on topic:

If you plan to play other games too then I'd probably get a used PS2 controller from a local shop (so you can see the quality/take it back if it doesn't work, etc) and this adapter (have 2 of them, they work great:

http://www.shophde.com/h05i.html

(Amazon seems to be out of stock, not sure if it's discontinued or not).

I found a new one at Bestbuy, it seems to be lasting a bit longer, still on first one, but it is going longer i think. "Steelseries" it even has a spam button.

Logitech has given me nice controllers.
they usually die out from wear and tear (usually the analogs)

you said controller died in 2 weeks? why would you not return that to the store and call it defective?

economic wise, go buy ps2 controller and a ps2/usb adapter, pretty cheap and easy to setup.

That's the same one I have. I bought mine on Amazon for 10 bucks though so can't really complain. Still going strong.

Are you throwing your controller at a wall? Three in one year? Yikes!

You could use a wireless PS3 controller (if you don't want to spend money). The drivers would stop working for me at times while in game though, but it's been a while since I've used them so perhaps they're better now.

That's another issue I had quite often. 310 needs to be cleaned monthly is not sooner. It seems like the contacts for the D-pad kept getting too much carbon on them and would totally stop working in whatever direction the carbon was on. This just makes it seem more like a bad design.

As stated I owned the older version of the 310 for roughly 6 years and it worked without much issue. When I quit XI in 2010 I had the older version of 310, it was maybe 2 years old at that time and when I came back to XI last year, 6 years later, I was using the same gamepad I had quit with. That's why I decided to buy two of the newer models. They lasted now only through XI gaming, but 5 more years of random gaming, letting roommates borrow it, falling on the floor often etc.

Please know I'm not trying to hurt anyone feelings or dislike what you like. We all have our reasons and I simply wanted to know yours (whoever you are). I could have easily went and complained and some other forum, the likelihood that the people replying also play XI- slim. Your guys advice imo is better than anywhere I could ask.

I really appreciate all your guys info. Just to clear the air, this game pad breaks itself. Maybe the 700 series is solid, maybe someone has owned one or two and enjoyed it. This is MY story and I'm telling it as it happened. If you wanna troll, I recommend scrolling up and seeing that... I'm not the only one who is claiming this. Eye might be lying, do people think everyone is? The arrogance =\ So please keep your low blows in your pocket.

Thanks again everyone.

Yeah literally never have had to clean the dpads. While I won't dismiss that the much older Logitech cintrollers generally had a better build quality your issues are looking more and more like environmental.

I gave every possible solution (short of other brands, and how to use a PS3 controller) that wasn't covered by others. This thread could probably be locked now.

I saw the thread title and I immediately saw your problem.

You're playing with a controller, not a keyboard. My Logitech keyboard is amazing.

That pad has some of the highest consumer scores out there. I know three people who have it and they all say it's great.

/stare

If I didn't have to use text chat in MMO's, I'd probably never play anything besides FPS with a keyboard.

I mostly don't talk to people anymore myself, and the fluid movement of the controller (and camera) is much better, so it works.

/antisocialbehavior

I tried using a keyboard when I first started playing. I guess I had just been playing too many games on my consoles. It was too weird and when I went and got a controller, it was so much better for me. That being said, you gotta use whichever you feel comfortable with.

I didn't realize they had adapters that could connect my PS2 controllers to the PC. That's pretty slick. I may have to look into that if my Logitech ever dies, because I still have a few PS2 controllers.

I just dropped my F310, and was too lazy to bend down all the way to grab it, so I lifted it by its cord

and it still works

I still suggest anyone that wants to get an adapter to get one at etokki.com instead of the horrid ones found on Amazon. They last longer, have been vouched for by a few electrical engineers and used to great effect in competition. I've never heard of them breaking down for anyone but I have actually witnessed an Amazon adapter glitching out live during a Street Fighter tournament.

Only trick is that they don't have any PS2 Controller > USB adapters.

Not to mention that Amazon has had different ones, and each vary.

Any piece of electronics can glitch, go figure.

And then there's this.

What alot of folks have been waiting for.