Wired S- type Controller - For The Original Microsoft XBOX multiple Colors
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Manufacturer description
✔ Fully compatible withOriginal Xbox 1st Gen. • Not manufactured by Microsoft.
SpecPicks Verdict
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Full Specifications
| connection | Wired |
|---|---|
| compatibility | Original Xbox |
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