{"product_id":"microsoft-original-xbox-controller-s","title":"Microsoft Original Xbox Controller S (Pre-Owned)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"rgm-v2-summary\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"rgm-v2-lead\"\u003eThe Controller S is the smaller, redesigned pad that became the standard controller for the original Xbox, and many players find it much easier to hold than the larger launch controller. It is the usual pick for Halo, Ninja Gaiden and four-player split-screen nights.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"rgm-condition-note\"\u003eImages are representative. Cosmetic wear and included accessories vary on pre-owned items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- rgm:story --\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v2-story\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Controller S replaced the Duke\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first Xbox controller, nicknamed the Duke, was large enough that plenty of hands struggled with it. Microsoft released the smaller Controller S in North America in 2002, and by the end of 2003 it had replaced the Duke worldwide. It keeps the same inputs: two clickable analog sticks, a D-pad, A, B, X and Y buttons, black and white buttons, two analog triggers, and Start and Back. The face buttons are pressure sensitive, so games can read how hard you press.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- rgm:story --\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v2-story\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMemory slots and the breakaway cable\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo slots on top of the controller take Xbox Memory Units or the Xbox Live Communicator headset. The cable has a breakaway plug partway along its length, which pulls apart if someone trips over the cord, so the console does not get dragged off the shelf. The Controller S plugs into any of the four ports on the front of the original Xbox. It does not work on an Xbox 360 or later consoles, which use different controllers and connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- rgm:story --\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v2-story\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChecking a used Controller S\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet both sticks rest and watch for drift in a game, then click each one in. Press the triggers slowly and fully, since the springs can weaken. Check that the breakaway connector is present, snaps together firmly and that the cable has no cuts or bare wire. The rumble motors should kick in during gameplay. A Memory Unit or headset is included only if the listing title names it, and cosmetic wear varies by unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- rgm:details --\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v2-facts\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHardware\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXbox Controller S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlatform\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXbox\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eController\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eConnections\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWired with a breakaway cable, plugs into any original Xbox controller port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eExpansion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo slots for Memory Units or the Xbox Live Communicator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRelease\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2002 (US)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"rgm-v2-faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuestions about this item\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWill the Controller S work on an Xbox 360?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The Controller S uses the original Xbox controller port and works only with the original Xbox. Xbox 360 and later consoles have different controller connections, even when they run backward compatible original Xbox games.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs it different from the Duke controller?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The Controller S is smaller, with the black and white buttons moved below the face buttons. It has the same inputs and works with every original Xbox game, so it is a straight swap for the Duke.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe listing is for one Controller S. Memory Units, headsets and extension cables are included only if the listing title names them. The breakaway connector at the end of the cord is what plugs into the console. Cosmetic wear varies by unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\u003cp class=\"rgm-shipping\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree U.S. Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo minimum order. No shipping fees.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Microsoft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67610474250536,"sku":"R118-086","price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1003\/9263\/2616\/files\/R118-086-1.jpg?v=1790512241","url":"https:\/\/www.rgmretrogames.com\/products\/microsoft-original-xbox-controller-s","provider":"RGM Retro Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}