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  • noun Plural form of gamepad.

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Examples

  • I know most console gamers are familiar and comfortable with gamepads for FPS games, but I have been WASD-ing so long that it is second nature to me.

    In Defense Of The Classic Controller SVGL 2009

  • The controls also take some time getting used to, but at least you can choose between three different control configurations and take advantage of optional gamepads including the new Nintendo Classic Controller Pro.

    Get ready for some more 'Monster Hunter' action on Wii 2010

  • Some game consoles also use the USB interface to connect gamepads, microphones and instrument-shaped controllers such as guitars and drum kits.

    Third time's a charm for USB 2009

  • Within this year, I hope to have my HTPC set up with wireless gamepads and console emulation.

    Imagination And Abstraction SVGL 2009

  • The Ant Commandos '$20 "Rock Commandos" is a PlayStation 2 to PlayStation 3 adaptor, meaning you can connect older PS2 controllers to the PS3 until you can afford to pick up new wireless gamepads.

    New PS2/PS3 adaptor lets you use existing gear 2008

  • By including native support for controllers, gamepads, joysticks, and other human interface device (HID) systems, Mathematica lets you make more efficient use of your hands, instead of limiting you to current pointer technologies.

    Wolfram Blog : Taking Control of Mathematica 2007

  • As far as I can tell, there's no reason either Zeno Clash or The Path couldn't be on the 360 or PSN-- they both support gamepads, and don't seem like they would be technologically incompatible with the hardware offered by game consoles.

    Single-A games Steve gaynor 2009

  • I have four USB gamepads specifically for playing Gauntlet on the PC.

    Today’s Geek Observation | Live Granades 2009

  • Concessions have been made to simplify them mightily to play quickly and easily for two players with the gamepads.

    Videogaming again 2006

  • I think you ought to buy a couple of gamepads, hook them up to your PC and tell the g/f you're running an Xbox emulator because its cheaper.

    Xbox 2 thoughts 2005

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