With every purchase of the Xbox 360 gaming console, users have access to hundreds of titles, eye-popping graphics and ear-pleasing audio, high-tech controllers and cables and some games for free. Often, the extras in the package make for greater happiness with the purchase. Needless to say, you will need a good television set, even a high-definition television, to significantly improve on your Xbox 360 gaming experience.

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 choosing from among many choices of controllers, always opt for the first-party products since these carry the assurance of quality from the manufacturer. Third-party controllers are also good except that you might not have the benefit of durability. And it pays to choose the original Xbox 360 controllers in either black or white for two reasons – it is built to last and it is compatible with MS Windows computers.

Second, you should purchase the universal remote control for the Xbox 360 for its various benefits that ultimately contribute to a great gaming and viewing experience with the gaming console-cum-DVD player. For one thing, you can play the games using this remote alone. For another thing, you can play DVD movies and music on the Xbox 360 through it, not to mention that you can also control other home appliances like the television and the Window Media Center-enabled computer.[youtube:boDiN869Ilg;[link:XBOX 360 Repair];http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=boDiN869Ilg&feature=related]

Third, you should get yourself the Xbox 360 Messenger Kit which allows you to exploit the online messaging options with your fellow gamers. It comes with a headset that lets you chat with other people on Xbox Live, and works with Windows-based personal computers. Another nice feature is that you can use the headset when playing games that have voice recognition support, which can enhance your gaming experience on the Xbox 360.

Other Xbox 360 accessories you can purchase include the Wireless Gaming Receiver, which allows other wireless accessories like headsets and steering wheels to be used on a PC with Windows enabled, as well as the Quick Charge Kit which can charge up to two battery packs. However, make certain the items you buy are the not only the ones you want, but ones you’ll be using on a regular basis, as they can be quite expensive.

In conclusion, Xbox 360 accessories will greatly enhance the gaming experience if you choose it to suit your needs, and not anyone else’s. And remember, it’s always better to buy Microsoff and Microsoft endorsed products, if only to be on the safe side.

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