Customer Reviews

Logitech Precision Gamepad

5 star:		(90)
4 star:		(38)
3 star:		(11)
2 star:		(13)
1 star:		(7)

 

 

Like many others here, I use this gamepad for emulators. I am pleasantly surprised by the compatibility - it works with every emulator I've tried it with (MAME, SNES9x, Nester, Gens, VColeco, Stella). There are no drivers to install if you own Windows XP - detection is flawless.

The button action is good enough to accurately simulate the feel of, say, an SNES controller or a NES controller. The d-pad is just slightly inferior to those original controllers' pads, but only ever so (no one has truly gotten it right since the big N did in those days). The buttons have enough of a digital click to them, without going overboard. They strike a great balance between click and mushiness.

This gamepad is shaped comfortably, like a PS2 pad minus the dual analog sticks. While it is light, it is not flimsy - squeezing and twisting your hands on the plastic produces very little "give" on the thick plastic parts.

I also like the pad aesthetically. The dark blue plastic is handsome and the shape is pleasing to the eye. This might seem silly, but if you're going to look at the thing resting atop your PC for months or years, it's at least a minor factor.

If, as is currently the case, this pad is available for $10 with Super Saver Shipping, you should not hesitate. For $10 or under, this gamepad is a steal!

This is a great piece of equipment. I'm using it with RockNES (a Nintendo emulator) on my Macintosh in OSX 10.4.4 and it works great. I didn't need to run any software, it just worked from the minute I plugged it in. It's extremely comfortable, the buttons are all programmable, and the directional pad is very precise. I tried a $30 controller that was a cheap piece of junk compared to this one. Super serious gamers who need analog joysticks or more buttons than a Playstation 2 controller will need to find something more sophisticated, but everyone else will find this controller to be a fantastic value.

I purchased this for use with Star Wars Lego PC game. It's the right size for small hands and the controls are very responsive. The gamepad worked the instant I plugged it in to the USB port. I did have to assign each button using the game's controller set-up menu, but it was very easy. Could not be more pleased with this purchase.

This is a great gamepad - it's cheap, it's easy to use, and it works just fine with Macs and PCs (I've used it on both). As its name suggests, it's very precise, and I find it perfect for those arcade style games that don't necessarily require a precise analog controller. If you're wanting a gamepad for driving games though, the Logitech Dual Shock or Rumblepad is a better idea.

This controller is more comfortable than even an SNES controller, so this is a perfect accessory for playing SNES games on your computer.

I bought this controller for my parents so they could play their favorite SNES video games on the computer. They're fans of simple, old-school video games and don't have any interest in newer, more advanced games. I wanted to make sure the controller I bought for them felt and played like the original SNES controller. My parents seem to be satisfied with the controller, and I hear that my dad likes to spend too much time playing Dr. Mario on the computer.

Before buying this controller, I had bought several Nyko Technologies Airflow controllers. the Nyko Airflow controllers have more buttons and are more customizable, but they don't feel as comfortable as the Logitech Precision Gamepad. If you want to play simple games that don't require that many buttons, I would recommend this controller. If you're into advanced PC games or Playstation/Nintendo 64 emulators, then you'll need a more advanced controller, such as the Nyko controllers. The buttons aren't as soft as the buttons on the Logitech controller, however.

It takes a few minutes to get used to how this game pad feels when you hold it in your hands, but it is a great USB game pad for how little it costs. Works right out of the box in Windows with no need to install drivers, and it worked perfectly in Linux too.

This controller is everything you need, but it requires some time to program it. The only problem is that it doesn't come with the programming software. You must go to the Logitech website and download it. Then you have to read the documentation and experiment with the game you'll be playing to make sure you are comfortable with all the presets. I got it for Half-Life 2 and it worked fine, but it took me about 30 min to program it.

I didn't have a good history with PC gamepads until I bought the Logitech Precision 2. I tried several different models, only to find that each of them dragged in a specific direction, the buttons didn't function properly, or they didn't work at all. With the Precision 2, I experienced none of this.

I'm not much for the high-end PC games, so I can't speak much for its effectiveness on that front. However, for emulators and other classic games, this is the best choice out there. I'm pleased to report that the name "Precision" was not a broken promise. The pad even performs effectively on fighting games, where you have to input ridiculously long combinations of motions in order to perform the best moves.

Great pad for a great price. I liked mine so much that I bought a second one for my fiancee. You won't go wrong here!

It's perfect for SNES games played on the computer, just like playing the original. Works perfectly. Easy install. Comfortable. Reasonable price.

I replaced 2 old school MS Sidewinders with these (the MS ones that used the gameport connection)... these are GREAT! More responsive, and a great pad for the price. I wish there was a way to daisy chain them like the old sidewinders, but a hub solves that problem. They seem a little small at first, but then mold to your hand nicely. Also, they just plan look cool (like in the pic)... not a cheap looking see-though blue... but a dark/rich blue. You won't be disappointed.