Reviewed by: mojave on 01-Nov-07 Rating:

Strengths:Nice looking controller!

Weaknesses:None

Summary:This is the black version of the standard Xbox 360 controller and it looks great whether you have the matching black Elite 360 or not. In fact, it would make a nice counterpart to a standard white 360. If you are going to buy a new controller you might as well go for something different!

Reviewed by: robcomptec on 31-Aug-07 Rating:

Strengths:To me, there is no difference between this new controller and the one that came with my Xbox 360.

Weaknesses:Didn\'t know that the headset is a separate purchase.

Summary:I thought that I was wearing out the original Xbox 360 controller, and guests were coming over, so I thought to purchase the additional controller for multi-player enjoyment. The XBox 360 didn\'t immediately recognize the new controller until I pressed the small, round configuration/reset button on the front. After that, the controller and console were happy together.
I found out that I played just as terribly with the new controller as with the old, and so, there is no difference between controllers (at least for me).

Reviewed by: bunty7 on 30-Aug-07 Rating:

Strengths:Looks & feels better than white

Weaknesses:Doesn\'t match the color of original 360

Summary:Although it is suppposed to be same, it feels better than the white controller. I don\'t think there is a weight difference but this one seems more solid while playing.
Couple of things that I don\'t like are the fact that it does not matches the white color of xbox 360 (unless you have the latest hdmi models)
Also I had a white play & charge kit which looks ugly with this one so I probably will have to buy a black kit
For some reason this one is difficult to buy at a bargain price while there are lot of deals on white one.
Still I have found it a pretty good buy so far

Reviewed by: snowyblackrose1 on 23-Aug-07 Rating:

Strengths:wireless rangebalancenonslip covering

Weaknesses:none

Summary:I think this controller is a little bit nicer than the white model because the black colored controller seems to have a different outer coating on it that makes my hands slip less. The controller is just as balanced as the older model and it appears the only change that was made was in the color and possibly the coating.

Reviewed by: livincal on 18-Aug-07 Rating:

Strengths:Matte black color matches your Xbox 360 Elite!

Weaknesses:None

Summary:The new black Xbox 360 wireless controller performs the same as the original white one. It\'s great for those who want something new, want to stand out at the party, or have the new Xbox 360 Elite (black colored system). Comes with a 2 pack of AA batteries, so the item is ready to use right out of the packaging.

Reviewed by: bigboar on 13-Aug-07 Rating:

Strengths:Wireless

Weaknesses:batteries dont seem to last long

Summary:I bought this along with the new xbox360 elite system. Ater previously owning an xbox360 premium system all I can say is it works great just like the original but I like the looks of it better in the new black.

Reviewed by: nhutcracker_44 on 09-Aug-07 Rating:

Strengths:Wireless; rumble features; smaller than 1st gen controllers; fits comfortably in hands; best trigger in any controller; battery life is fantastic

Weaknesses:none

Summary:You can use up to four at once with absolutely zero interference. This gen controller is much better than the 1st gen. They\'ve really learned from their past mistakes to make the near perfect controller. A lot of 360 games includes multiplayer so getting multiple controllers is a must. Nothing beats storming a hotel with four people on a big screen hi def tv and one xbox 360 and one copy of tom clancy\'s rainbow 6 vegas.

Reviewed by: shockemags on 23-Jul-07 Rating:

Strengths:Black Color, Wireless Play, Shape

Weaknesses:Rechargeable Batteries Sold Seperately

Summary:This is an awesome XBOX 360 controller (I have 4). Looks great with my Black XBOX 360. Matches everything in my Home Theater system. Love the wireless capability and freedom that comes with it. Great Price. Must Have.

Reviewed by: edhoo on 22-Jul-07 Rating:

Strengths:Great wireless capabilities

Weaknesses:Heavy

Summary:The new black version of Microsoft\'s controller is almost exactly like the original white version, but just black. So basically if you have used the white you know what to expect. It is a very good controller and one of the most comfortable that I have used. It feels great and is well worth the money if you need another controller.

Reviewed by: Big_MO on 20-Jul-07 Rating:

Strengths:It\'s pretty much a controller, it just matches the new elite system. The performance is just the same as the white ones.

Weaknesses:The only one I can think of is maybe the d-pad performance.

Summary:If you need another controller for your box, it doesn\'t really matter if it\'s black or white, but if you own an elite 360 you\'ll want to get the black one to match. This controller is just as good as my white ones.

Reviewed by: eddyr1976 on 16-Jul-07 Rating:

Strengths:Black, solid controller

Weaknesses:None

Summary:Awesome controller for 360 owners. Especially if you have the Elite to match the black case color. Great wireless capabilities and feels great in your hands while playing games. No weaknesses whatsoever.

Reviewed by: fbskiracer on 14-Jul-07 Rating:

Strengths:color & finishbalancerange

Weaknesses:none (really)

Summary:The black or Elite 360 controller is nearly identical to the standard white controller. I believe the internal components are the same, but the black controller feels better in my hands. The finish is a little less slippery maybe. Maybe its in my head, but who knows.

Reviewed by: revivalizt on 11-Jul-07 Rating:

Strengths:If you have the white version .. It\'s the same. Just the color is different. Still very strong and responsive.

Weaknesses:I just wish it has a turbo button.

Summary:Probably the best controller out there. You can also use this with you PC by using Wireless adapter from microsoft.

It works like a charm .. and many games on PC supports this controller. Specially if you play your PC game thru your plasma.. then you should get this one.

Reviewed by: scovizzle on 06-Jul-07 Rating:

Strengths:It\'s black

Weaknesses:None

Summary:There\'s really not that much to say about the new black controller.

It\'s a black version of the already great design of the controller for the Xbox 360.

Reviewed by: letsgetacid on 27-Jun-07 Rating:

Strengths:Extremely comfortableWireless works wellLots of buttonsAnalog sticks feel perfectRumble

Weaknesses:The D-pad is a bit wonky

Summary:It\'s no secret the 360\'s controller is hailed by most gamers as top-notch. Everything about it (except for the horrid dpad) is pretty much perfect. The addition of the guide button in the center makes accessing the 360\'s dashboard extremely easy. The new placement of the start and back buttons, along with the white and black buttons are extremely welcome. Overall, this is the best controller I\'ve ever used for a console.