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Replacing my Xbox 360 Wireless Controller (discuss.tchncs.de)
submitted 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) by minimalfootprint@discuss.tchncs.de to c/linux_gaming@lemmy.ml
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Thus far I have been playing on my XBox 360 wireless controller, but the rubber has worn off one of the sticks so far, i can feel the edge of the hard plastic beneath it when I play. The springs in the triggers are creaking as well.

So I am looking for a replacement.

Some people recommended the 8BitDo controllers. The 8BitDo Ultimate 2.4 Ghz Controller offers hall effect sensors and a loading dock for the same price as a regular Xbox or Playstation controller.

I found some posts about the compatibility with Linux. The BT+2.4 version seems to have more problems, but even the 2.4Ghz version needs some tinkering.

Does anyone have any experience with 8BitDo in general or the 2.4Ghz model in particular? Are there other controllers I should look at? I mostly play rogue likes with controller and would like a XBox/Playstation style controller.

Thanks.

Edit: Thanks for all the replies and suggestions. I used them and watched some reviews. I went from the 8BitDo Ultimate 2.4Ghz to the GuliKit KK 3 Max and finally landed at the Flydigi Vader 3 Pro. Ordered it from Aliexpress (not available at Amazon in Europe) for under 50€.

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[–] h54@programming.dev 10 points 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) (2 children)

I bought the GuliKit KK3 MAX and have nothing but good to say about it.

I use it with the Steamdeck via Bluetooth and wired with my desktop. You can also switch out the stupid Nintendo button layout for the normal one. Also, no proprietary software needed to configure or update it.

[–] mnemonicmonkeys@sh.itjust.works 3 points 6 months ago

Gotdamn, back-paddle buttons? Now I regret buying the Kong Pro 2 controller a year ago

[–] minimalfootprint@discuss.tchncs.de 2 points 6 months ago

Thanks for the recommendation. Will take a look and see if the extra money is worth it.