Must-Have Xbox 360 Accessories

When you purchase your first Xbox 360, you get more than just the ability to play hundreds of games and access to more jaw-dropping graphics and amazing audio, you also get a high-tech controller, extra cables, and often several free games. More often than not these little extras make for an enjoyable purchase. Some things, though, that can improve your gaming experience, like the television – high def is recommended – don’t come in the box.

The television isn’t, however, the only Xbox 360 accessory you need for a good time. There are many accessories from first and third party manufacturers for your Xbox 360 which can improve the gaming experience and bring out the best in your console. (But keep an eye on those third-party extras, since false claims can and will be made to encourage you to purchase something you might not need, or that might not work well or with your console.) Here is a list of the Xbox 360 accessories you should buy.

1) Controllers. You’ll want to purchase one or more additional controllers if you want to play multiplayer games, like Halo 3 or Gears of War 2. Only one controller comes with the box, even though the Xbox 360 can handle up to four players. You can chose from wired or wireless gamepads depending on your preference.

When going shopping for controllers, always go for first-party products since these come with an assurance of quality straight from the manufacturer. Third party controllers can vary from poor to good, but they don’t come with the same guarantee. It pays to look for more Xbox 360 controllers for two reasons: They’re durable, and they’re compatible with MS Windows computers.

The second thing you should consider is a universal remote for the Xbox 360. Not only can you play some games using the remote alone, you can also use it when you’re playing DVDs or movie CDs on your Xbox 360, not to mention controlling the television itself as well as a Windows Media Center-enabled computer.

3) Third, you should get an Xbox 360 Messenger Kit which will allow online messaging with fellow gamers. Some come with a headset that allows you to chat over Xbox Live as well as working with Windows-based PCs. Another bonus is the ability to use the headset when playing games with voice recognition support, all of which will enhance your gaming experience.

Other Xbox 360 accessories that you can purchase include the Wireless Gaming Receiver that allows other wireless accessories like the headset and steering wheels to be used on a Windows-enabled computer as well as the Quick Charge Kit that can charge two rechargeable battery packs. Just assess your needs for accessories before buying them as some may actually be useless in your games preference.

In conclusion, Xbox 36- accessories can and will enhance your enjoyment of the popular gaming console if and when you chose it to suit your needs, not of anyone else’s. Plus, it is always best to purchase genuine Microsoft and Microsoft-endorsed accessories, just to be of the safe and sure side.

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