Atlantis Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 (edited) Holy macaroni ! ! !http://www.ebay.com/itm/Boxed-Atari-Jaguar-Pro-Controller-CIB-/121728591569?hash=item1c5796e6d1Lots of money spent to circle strafe in AvP ! Edited August 15, 2015 by Atlantis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeoGeoNinja Posted August 16, 2015 Share Posted August 16, 2015 Holy smokes and that's an unfinished auction for a used one! Does look very lightly used tho so that's good. Prolly end even higher with 18 bidders going at it like a pack of rabid hyenas ripping apart a gazelle. lol. All the articles on the net tell how bad the Jaguar is and how lame the controllers are but the Jag still flys in the retrogamers' eyes, huh! Simply because 1994's dust has now settled and nobody cares if the Jag can, or can't compete, with the PSX or SAT anymore. Plus, it's almost common knowledge, like it is now with the 32X & 3DO, that there ARE decent games to be enjoyed on this platform. Granted, nobody wanted to be paying RRP's for Super Burnout and Ultra Vortek on Jag when Tekken & Ridge Racer existed for PS1, but it's no longer relative 20 years later. People have segregated the Jag as it's own thing and are happy to mark it on it's own merits today, which, objectively speaking, IS the most important thing, right now. No one, logically speaking, in 2015, really cares if the Jag *could* have potentially competed, because history is now written and, it most certainly didn't compete. Which, to reiterate again, is now irrelevant (vs historic curiosity). And that is exactly what the Jaguar now is, in many eyes; a historic gaming curiosity - educating the uninitiated in equal measure of pleasantly surprised and horror! 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sh3-rg Posted August 16, 2015 Share Posted August 16, 2015 (edited) perfect Edited August 16, 2015 by sh3-rg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Havoc 2049 Posted August 16, 2015 Share Posted August 16, 2015 Another vote for overrated. I've owned a couple and honestly think they are no better than the standard; in fact, I actually find the thicker standard controller feels more comfy in my mitts. The button action didn't seem much different to me from the standard, and the shoulder buttons were not much use in the majority of games. If you can find one cheap, it might be worth it, but I certainly wouldn't pay 3 digit prices for one. The Pro Controller isn't over rated. It is definitely a step up from the standard controller. The d-pad is way better and IMO almost as good as the Saturn D-pad, which is considered the best for that gen. Having six face buttons is nice for some fighting games and some of the later releases that support the Pro Controller. Is the Pro Controller worth $200 - $300? Hell no! But I do think it's worth $70 - $100, especially if you play the Jaguar extensively. From worst to best: Grey Atari Power Pad<launch Jag Pad w/short cord<Jag Pad<Pro Controller 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ovalbugmann Posted August 16, 2015 Share Posted August 16, 2015 Yeah, I guess that's it Neo, no-one's really judging it against the PS1/Saturn/3DO anymore. With its commercial life being so long ago and even tho the internet is still filled with "everything Jaguar is the worst of 'em all" articles, the retrogaming spike the past few years enhanced because of readily available youtube videos for all games of all retro systems allows new vintage gaming fans, curious people to see it in action. Also, realizing Atari was a big name that started the industy off has yes, allowed it to be taken as is on its own merits, making it more popular today than ever really in its post-commerical life. Thus the high prices we are seeing on ebay lately. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigferret Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 I've got a pro controller (no box though) that I'll sell for $75 shipped in the U.S. Haven't played my Jag in years so I'd rather someone here get it at the price I paid than resort to Ebay. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mckafka99 Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 I've got a pro controller (no box though) that I'll sell for $75 shipped in the U.S. Haven't played my Jag in years so I'd rather someone here get it at the price I paid than resort to Ebay. PM sent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Saturn Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 I've got a pro controller (no box though) that I'll sell for $75 shipped in the U.S. Haven't played my Jag in years so I'd rather someone here get it at the price I paid than resort to Ebay. PM sent (with request of how I should pay ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigferret Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 Sold. Thanks! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaguarandine Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 I was talking to my brother about retro gaming and the Jaguar a few days ago. We casually looked at eBay for game prices, and to my surprise, I saw the crazy prices for these controllers! I bought mine back around 2003, after pining over one for years. After taking it out of the box, I was immediately disappointed. The D-pad is better, the buttons feel nice, and I like the way it's built, but it just seemed to lose all appeal; go figure. In last few years, I've been selling off my videogame collection (Panzer Dragoon Saga and Hagane are some highlights), but I've resisted selling my Jaguar stuff. I think I'll make an exception for this one. I thought I would give everyone here a shot at it first before I put it on eBay (I wouldn't have found a lot of my Jaguar stuff without Atari Age people!). If anyone is interested, I have used it literally one time, and have brought it out occasionally only to show friends my collection. I have the box, the original plastic, and everything else that came with it. I'm willing to give a discount from the eBay fees I would pay as a seller. Market rate seems to be $230 so minus 8-12% fees from that (can't remember offhand). PM me for details. Thanks everyone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeoGeoNinja Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 I was talking to my brother about retro gaming and the Jaguar a few days ago. We casually looked at eBay for game prices, and to my surprise, I saw the crazy prices for these controllers! I bought mine back around 2003, after pining over one for years. After taking it out of the box, I was immediately disappointed. The D-pad is better, the buttons feel nice, and I like the way it's built, but it just seemed to lose all appeal; go figure. In last few years, I've been selling off my videogame collection (Panzer Dragoon Saga and Hagane are some highlights), but I've resisted selling my Jaguar stuff. I think I'll make an exception for this one. I thought I would give everyone here a shot at it first before I put it on eBay (I wouldn't have found a lot of my Jaguar stuff without Atari Age people!). If anyone is interested, I have used it literally one time, and have brought it out occasionally only to show friends my collection. I have the box, the original plastic, and everything else that came with it. I'm willing to give a discount from the eBay fees I would pay as a seller. Market rate seems to be $230 so minus 8-12% fees from that (can't remember offhand). PM me for details. Thanks everyone! 4 posts above yours, 3 days ago... one sold for $75. $75. See ya. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaguarandine Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 (edited) Hi, I arrived at $230 because that was how much the controller on eBay sold for. Minus eBay fees, I'm asking for around $200. Bigferret is very generous! Also mine is mint, has the box, and everything that came in the box (the box does have a dent in it from shipping though). If anyone wants pictures let me know and I'll post them up here. Just thought I'd add that I'm willing to listen to all reasonable offers, based on sold item price on eBay. Edited August 20, 2015 by Jaguarandine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atlantis Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 I just learned that the gray buttoned standard controller has a better/smoother d-pad than the black button... think i'll go for one of those instead.or maybe a rotary control, when rebooteroids hits the market!and leave the pro pad for the pros. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atlantis Posted August 24, 2015 Share Posted August 24, 2015 pro controllers are raining from the sky!http://www.ebay.com/itm/Atari-Jaguar-Used-Pro-Controller-Very-Nice-For-Your-Collection-RARE-Item-/121740494074?hash=item1c584c84fahttp://www.ebay.com/itm/Atari-Jaguar-Brand-New-Boxed-and-Sealed-Pro-Controller-Perfect-and-Very-Rare-/121740500464?hash=item1c584c9df0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omega-TI Posted August 24, 2015 Share Posted August 24, 2015 http://www.ebay.com/itm/Atari-Jaguar-Brand-New-Boxed-and-Sealed-Pro-Controller-Perfect-and-Very-Rare-/121740500464?hash=item1c584c9df0 For the price that guy is asking for that old thing a guy could make his own top of the line, customized, commercial grade, professional quality joystick... and have money left over. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Dangerous Posted August 24, 2015 Share Posted August 24, 2015 pro controllers are raining from the sky! http://www.ebay.com/itm/Atari-Jaguar-Used-Pro-Controller-Very-Nice-For-Your-Collection-RARE-Item-/121740494074?hash=item1c584c84fa http://www.ebay.com/itm/Atari-Jaguar-Brand-New-Boxed-and-Sealed-Pro-Controller-Perfect-and-Very-Rare-/121740500464?hash=item1c584c9df0 Interesting, same seller. Yeah...no one is going to pay 5 bills for a pro controller. Sealed box or otherwise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAYAman Posted August 24, 2015 Share Posted August 24, 2015 How are you circle strafing in AVP without being a yoga master? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atlantis Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 (edited) How are you circle strafing in AVP without being a yoga master? If I understood it right from the walkthrough you strafe with Y and Z above the B fire button. You can circle strafe Y or Z together with the left or right on the d-pad around corners and stuff until you have lured the aliens to the right spot to take them down. Now not strafing just standing still or backing up shooting. By this tactic you can easier avoid them, and damage, and place their acid splashes where you like them. No circle strafing + shooting that is NO NO. Need PC keyboard for THAT! EDIT: when I think of it you can at the same time hold down the B button together with one strafe button, both with you thumb, so yes you can with some little yoga tech get it to work, circle strafing and shooting at the same time. He does that in the video when I think of it. play forward to 1 min 00 sec for some yoga skills! Edited August 25, 2015 by Atlantis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robodude Posted September 11, 2015 Share Posted September 11, 2015 They are up there with Gamecube component cables($300US plus) now... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andromeda Stardust Posted September 11, 2015 Share Posted September 11, 2015 They are up there with Gamecube component cables($300US plus) now... Much cheaper to just use a 1st generation Wii if you're that desperate to get component video output from a Game Cube. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robodude Posted September 11, 2015 Share Posted September 11, 2015 Much cheaper to just use a 1st generation Wii if you're that desperate to get component video output from a Game Cube. That's exactly what I ended up doing But the Gamecube component cable outputs a slightly cleaner image than the Wii component cable, nothing major though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robodude Posted September 12, 2015 Share Posted September 12, 2015 Somewhere out there there is probably 1,000 brand new Pro controllers sitting in a storage room that the oblivious owner is planning to give to the scrap yard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+poobah Posted September 12, 2015 Share Posted September 12, 2015 Somewhere out there there is probably 1,000 brand new Pro controllers sitting in a storage room that the oblivious owner is planning to give to the scrap yard or on an unopened pallet at B&C or Best.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robodude Posted September 12, 2015 Share Posted September 12, 2015 or on an unopened pallet at B&C or Best.... I'm familiar with Best but who are B&C? I would love a Pro controller... Currently hunting a Jaguar unit(waiting on a shipping quote from Best). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+orpheuswaking Posted September 12, 2015 Share Posted September 12, 2015 B&C = myatari.com Also on eBay under myatari. Both Brad @ best & Bruce at B&C claim to be out of pro controllers, but allegedly they both have pallets of stuff that has yet to be broken down so it's possible they might come across some more Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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