[+22] How can I play PC games with xbox controller?

[Richie]

I want to play fifa 2012 (pc) with my xbox controller. How can I do this? I'm assuming I need wired controllers.

[Chippiewill]

Yeah you need wired controller and the download from here: http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/en-us/d/xbox-360-controller-for-windows

Compatible games should be ready to go right away.

[Richie]

Yeah you need wired controller and the download from here: http://www.microsoft.com/hardware/en-us/d/xbox-360-controller-for-windows

Compatible games should be ready to go right away.

Ah man that's gay. Cheers though bro, I would +rep but can't atm cos i just recently repd ya.

[AgnesIO]

You do not need a wired controller. I got the official Microsoft one, as I got the controller with it - but I assume most adapters will work. Check here; http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=xbox+360+windows+receiver&x=0&y=0#/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=xbox+360+controller+for+windows&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3Axbox+360+controller+for+windows

If a game is not compatible with a controller (I believe Fifa is), then you can use a program such as xpadder - it basically allows you to map the controls so it will work (eg. make a left turn on a controller would be a=left analog stick right). Really easy to use, and works a treat :)

[Chippiewill]

You do not need a wired controller.

Oh yeah, you can use the wireless reciever as well. But that's it as far as xbox controllers go.