Gamepad Controllers

Gamepad Controllers

When playing the console versions of the game the question of the controller is really not a question at all -- they use gamepads and rightly so.  When playing the PC version however this becomes a serious question -- and I want to state for the record I vote to use a gamepad!

If you have the PC version of the game there are several options that you can choose in the area of gamepads -- and based upon my own experiences you will get the best results from the following -- and no, I was not paid to recommend these, my recommendations are based upon my own experiences.

-- Logitech Wireless Gamepad F710 (RRP: $49.99 USD)

In addition to being nicely priced, the F710 uses the same Nano USB interface dongle that the more popular keyboards and mice from Logitech do.   Since I use those anyway, being able to just turn it on and have my PC automagically detect it is a major bonus as far as I am concerned.

In addition to being a plug-and-play solution the F710 has the following points going for it:

-- Dual vibration feedback motors similar to the standard Xbox gamepad.
-- Extensive game support making mapping often not a requirement.
-- Standard Xbox gamepad layout.
-- Floating D-Pad, making corner controls more reliable.
-- Rubber grip inlays making it comfortably usable for long periods of game play.

Taking that into consideration -- if I cannot use the standard Xbox gamepad, this is the one I would choose.

-- Microsoft Xbox 360 Wireless Controller for Windows (RRP: $59.99 USD)

This is hand's down the gamepad I prefer for PC gaming and for gaming in the Batman games.  In addition to it being a standard Xbox controller (you can use it on your Xbox) the wireless controller interface that it comes with can be used, or you can use the standard USB cable that comes in the Xbox controller charge kit to play and keep your battery pack fully charged (or recharge it, whatever) with both the PC and 360.

Its features include:

-- Wireless 2.4 GHz receiver included in package with a 30' range
-- Enhanced PC gaming and Xbox Live play (works on your PC or Xbox)
-- Integrated headset jack for PC headsets (nice)
-- Rated for both PC and Xbox 360 (yeah I am repeating myself)

Combined with the Play & Charge Kit (which you probably already have) this is a no-brainer.  Seriously.  And once you have the wireless received that comes with it, you can use any of your 360 wireless gamepads.

Considering how gamepad-centric that the game is, there really is no excuse not to get one or use one of the wired 360 gamepads you already own.  It sure is a lot more fun when you do!