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SvennoJ on 27 February 2017
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irstupid said:
SvennoJ said:
The console is not the problem, the accessories are overpriced. PS2 controller in 2001 was $34, inflation adjusted for 2017 $45, Pro Controller is $70. That is quite a difference. Sure there's more tech inside it, so is there in the console and anything else nowadays. For comparison, you can get a wireless keyboard for $20, wireless mouse for $15.

For a good gaming keyboard and/or mouse you are paying $100 minimum for each. so $200 for a controller on the PC.

Yes you can buy just any old "WIRELESS" (who uses wireless for gaming) but in that argument, you can just use the Joycon and its grip provided for FREE.

Clearly you are talking about a high quality controller if you bring up the PRO controller, thus you shoudl compare it to high quality gaming mice and keyboards.

So where's my choice for a cheap no rumble controller. The thing is CAD 90 here, ridiculous for a bit of rumble. Getting a second joycon pack is CAD 140, if you want a grip with it. I'm usually quite happy to spend a bit extra on controllers and extras when buying a new console, yet I think I'll just stick to the bare console + zelda this time. Perhaps 1-2 switch to see if all that rumble hype has any merit. Can always trade that in and at least I'll know why the controllers are so expensive or if it's mostly a scam. It better be amazing.