Does the usb compatibility matter?

Can you use a controller that is usb PC compatible on mac? Does the usb compatibility matter?

Note, Macs with Classic operating system may require an entirely different game controller.
Here's one that works with the older operating systems:
http://www.amazon.com/ISHOCK-GAMEPAD-IMAC-FORCE-FEEDBACK/dp/B000YL9A1A
Boot Camp is not available for Classic operating system capable machines.  We need to know are you running a pre-2006 Mac, and preferably a pre-2003 Mac if you are going to use game controllers on Mac OS 9 or earlier.  Many won't work in Classic environment but will work with Mac OS 9 booting.  pre-2003 Macs have Mac OS 9 booting.
Since you posted to the Classic environment forum, do you need access to Mac OS 9 games on a Mac OS 9 boot, or in the Classic environment?  If in neither, please tell us which version of Mac OS X you need, and for which Mac model.   Go to Apple menu -> About This Mac to determine if it is G3, G4, G5, or Intel.

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