As shown in this reader-submitted photo, old game controllers used to have a USB cord connected to the controller at all times, which was required to connect to the console and play. These days, the USB cord is detachable and only used for charging.

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As shown in this reader-submitted photo, old game controllers used to have a USB cord connected to the controller at all times, which was required to connect to the console and play. These days, the USB cord is detachable and only used for charging.
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