How can I tell whether my black controller is fake or legit?
So, I have this black controller I recently got from an online purchase. It’s in surprisingly good condition. Too good if you ask me… - The thumbsticks are in perfect condition and there’s no grime/gunk inside or around the buttons. It’s like it’s brand new? Surely these aren’t made anymore, right?
This got me thinking that this controller is either a very good/convincing fake, or it’s a potential import mode.
So I decided to compare to a white controller I have had for a while. (See pictures)
The rear of the black controller says “Xbox 360”, where as the white one has the old Microsoft logo. Did this ever change during the 360’s lifecycle? Or is this an obvious fake?
The sticker under the battery compartment on the black controller doesn’t have all the EU safety standard symbols like my white one does, plus it has either Chinese or Japanese writing on it (Yes, I’m an ignorant European , sorry!) - This suggests that it could potentially be an imported controller.
What’s going on here? Any help appreciated!
TIA!