DocEss Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 I don't believe any games actually NEED it, but I know it's useful for some games. However, are the prices people sell them for on eBay REALLY what they're going for? Is it really so rare as to be a $70+ controller? I just feel like eBay might be overinflating it this time, but I dunno. Never much looked into the Pro Controller until recently. Not sure I can justify it to the wife or myself, haha. Barely got away with spending that much on the player 1 and 2 Justifier pistols for Genesis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+save2600 Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 If you're an avid Jaguar gamer, they're nice to have for the mushy pad, or the other extra buttons for fighting games, etc. Primal Rage was designed with the Pro Controller in mind. Are they worth $70 though? Is much in the way of the Jag worth as much as it can fetch? That's for the buyer to decide. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocEss Posted August 14, 2013 Author Share Posted August 14, 2013 Well, I play my Jag fairly frequently - and I've been told that thing comes in handy for games like that, and for Towers II. Primal Rage, I hold no illusions, I doubt I'll have that one. Just too much money for a game that's fairly similar to the SNES version. I was more asking if $70ish is *actually* the fair and current price. Like, outside of the obnoxious eBay inflation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kid_vidiot Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Pro Controller could've been great but unfortunately the games that need it the most aren't even able to take advantage of it. Yes I'm looking at you AvP... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sh3-rg Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 I was more asking if $70ish is *actually* the fair and current price. Like, outside of the obnoxious eBay inflation. It's pretty much right unfortunately, you'd do well to find one elsewhere for less. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Loguidice Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Price aside, I find the Pro Controller invaluable as the default Jaguar (and Falcon) controller, simply because I find the original Jag controller incredibly painful. It's amazing the difference in comfort (for me) between the two. As for price, just keep your eyes open on eBay and Game Gavel. I was able to get two for $50 or less (each) by being patient. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asmat80 Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 Yes, also check your local game stores that sell older stuff. They aren't that rare but don't get ripped by some e-bay auction either. I would say between 30 and 50 for a used one with no box. Don't pay higher. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asmat80 Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?ff3=4&pub=5574883395&toolid=10001&campid=5336500554&customid=&mpre=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fitm%2FAtari-Jaguar-Pro-Controller-%2F290958389178%3Fpt%3DUS_Video_Game_Controllers%26hash%3Ditem43be78afba This, no. Pass on stuff like this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
walter_J64bit Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 (edited) I'm just happy with the two I have it's the only way to play Jag games. I've got them before the prices went through the ruff on eBay! Edited August 15, 2013 by walter_J64bit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kid_vidiot Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 just don't expect to do any strafing with the should buttons... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sh3-rg Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 I would say between 30 and 50 for a used one with no box. Don't pay higher. I'm not sure there's much chance of seeing one for anything like $30, but well done to anyone that does. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asmat80 Posted August 15, 2013 Share Posted August 15, 2013 Yes, in the united states there is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sh3-rg Posted August 16, 2013 Share Posted August 16, 2013 Yes, in the united states there is. I think the cheapest one in the last 3 months was more than twice that, would like to be proven wrong and see $30 Pro Controllers though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocEss Posted August 16, 2013 Author Share Posted August 16, 2013 Yeah, I was afraid the prices I were seeing were normal. I've been keeping an eye out for a while now, but it's looking pretty rough. We don't really have any local classic game stores, though. We used to, but they were all Play 'n' Trade which is sort of infamous for ripping people off, so they went outta business here pretty quick. (That'll happen when you try to sell bare 7800's for 100 bucks, and loose Super Mario Bros 3 carts for 34.99, though.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asmat80 Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 Just keep an eye out, craigslist, thrift stores, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+save2600 Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 Jaguar stuff in a thrift store? Well, I guess anything's possible. I did once see some Jag stuff at a flea market. Man, can the cartridges in all their embossed glory really store the dirt! Labels look EXACTLY like you'd imagine too: baked in the sun. Dried out, faded, dirty, dusty and wrinkled. If I ever saw any Jag stuff at a GoodWill, Salvation Army, St. Vinnie's or any other like-minded place, I'll be sure to snap a pic and upload to AA. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gamer888 Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 Given how bad the original controller is, the Pro controller is a must-have thanks to additional buttons making the gameplay of a few games smoother, the should buttons useful for NBA Jam...prices are high to a ridiculous extend and I bought mine for around 100$ (used one, shipped from the US to Europe). Although the Atari Jaguar CD is also expensive, it is mostly due to its collector spirit since the games are very average at best whereas the Pro controller is relativly expensive but it is worth it. Even if one has no games using the extra buttons, the way it feels and plays is better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JagChris Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 I have a pro controller and I rarely use it much. Primal Rage etc. However its much difference in price new for a 360 controller. Its on of those things you just buy and get it over with at some point I guess. Its a good controller but the original controller isn't all that bad. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+orpheuswaking Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 If I ever saw any Jag stuff at a GoodWill, Salvation Army, St. Vinnie's or any other like-minded place, I'll be sure to snap a pic and upload to AA. It happens I have seen Jaguar stuff at all three in the past 5 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asmat80 Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 Me too. Thrift stores and flea market. Got mine for cheap and its fine no dirt or nothing. What's a matter you afraid of some grime? hahaha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kid_vidiot Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 umm you guys do realize some deal you find in back of some flea market has nothing to do with the market value of a pro controller right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tenorman Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 The Pro Controller is better, but I don't really think that the base ones included with the system are bad at all. It probably is THAT rare though, unfortunately. I have never seen one anywhere but eBay. I actually feel kind of lucky to have bought one for $50.00 a couple of years ago. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+save2600 Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 Kinda funny how the "Pro Controller" is for anyone but... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asmat80 Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 F*%@k market value. Market value equals e-bay gouging dude. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kid_vidiot Posted August 21, 2013 Share Posted August 21, 2013 F*%@k market value. Market value equals e-bay gouging dude. not particularly, no 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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