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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 15 January 2022
The Elite v2 Controller has completely changed the way I play games, my play style and the level of enjoyment I have in most games has improved immeasurably.
The overall design of the controller, button layout and configuration, it’s customisability etc really should the standard for all XBOX controllers.
The buttons have wonderful tactile and satisfying “clicks” letting you know they have been activated, coupled with the long smooth throw of the triggers. The triggers can also be configured to be instant click short throw triggers, which is great for FPS and other shooters.
However with that said, it’s clear that Microsoft is having issues manufacturing these controllers.
We have so far experienced, buttons sticking and/or accidentally double clicking, analog sticks drifting, enlarged dead zones, rubber wearing off, triggers not responding (spongy) and worst of all the loose D-Pad which can be can extremely frustrating when trying to play 2D fighting games such as SFV accurately.
The analog sticks start to suffer from “stick drift” and enlarged “dead zones” on both our Elite V2s after a few months of use. (IMO) this is partly due to the metal sticks themselves being too heavy for the potentiometers used in these controllers.
I much prefer the classic light weight plastic sticks found on the standard controller, and would like to see these changed to more accurate hall sensors moving forward.
It’s clear to see that Microsoft really have put a lot of effort into the R&D of this product, as it’s without question one of the best controllers I have ever used, the software and customisation is also exceptional and having the ability to map a rear button as a “shift” key completely changes the landscape of gaming, I honestly can’t express how much of an impact this feature alone will have on your gaming expletive!
The myriad ways in which you can approach games with these new features is testament to the R&D that went into this incredible controller.
You can also change the lighting based on the active which profile allowing you to change profiles quickly (in game and on the fly) without taking your eyes off the screen, another truly game changing feature.
Overall this is one of the best designed controllers I’ve ever encountered, however the reliability issues really do need addressing.
If the controller cost under £100 it would be a 5* product, however at its current retail price of circa £150 it’s only a 4* product.
I do highly recommended the Elite v2 controller but only “IF” you are willing to live with or look passed its inflated price and build quality flaws, if you can see passed those issues you will be pressed with an absolutely game changing input device.
The Xbox elite v2 controller is an absolutely fantastic controller, but it’s not without its flaws.
The Elite v2 Controller has completely changed the way I play games, my play style and the level of enjoyment I have in most games has improved immeasurably.
The overall design of the controller, button layout and configuration, it’s customisability etc really should the standard for all XBOX controllers.
The buttons have wonderful tactile and satisfying “clicks” letting you know they have been activated, coupled with the long smooth throw of the triggers. The triggers can also be configured to be instant click short throw triggers, which is great for FPS and other shooters.
However with that said, it’s clear that Microsoft is having issues manufacturing these controllers.
We have so far experienced, buttons sticking and/or accidentally double clicking, analog sticks drifting, enlarged dead zones, rubber wearing off, triggers not responding (spongy) and worst of all the loose D-Pad which can be can extremely frustrating when trying to play 2D fighting games such as SFV accurately.
The analog sticks start to suffer from “stick drift” and enlarged “dead zones” on both our Elite V2s after a few months of use. (IMO) this is partly due to the metal sticks themselves being too heavy for the potentiometers used in these controllers.
I much prefer the classic light weight plastic sticks found on the standard controller, and would like to see these changed to more accurate hall sensors moving forward.
It’s clear to see that Microsoft really have put a lot of effort into the R&D of this product, as it’s without question one of the best controllers I have ever used, the software and customisation is also exceptional and having the ability to map a rear button as a “shift” key completely changes the landscape of gaming, I honestly can’t express how much of an impact this feature alone will have on your gaming expletive!
The myriad ways in which you can approach games with these new features is testament to the R&D that went into this incredible controller.
You can also change the lighting based on the active which profile allowing you to change profiles quickly (in game and on the fly) without taking your eyes off the screen, another truly game changing feature.
Overall this is one of the best designed controllers I’ve ever encountered, however the reliability issues really do need addressing.
If the controller cost under £100 it would be a 5* product, however at its current retail price of circa £150 it’s only a 4* product.
I do highly recommended the Elite v2 controller but only “IF” you are willing to live with or look passed its inflated price and build quality flaws, if you can see passed those issues you will be pressed with an absolutely game changing input device.
The Elite v2 Controller has completely changed the way I play games, my play style and the level of enjoyment I have in most games has improved immeasurably.
The overall design of the controller, button layout and configuration, it’s customisability etc really should the standard for all XBOX controllers.
The buttons have wonderful tactile and satisfying “clicks” letting you know they have been activated, coupled with the long smooth throw of the triggers. The triggers can also be configured to be instant click short throw triggers, which is great for FPS and other shooters.
However with that said, it’s clear that Microsoft is having issues manufacturing these controllers.
We have so far experienced, buttons sticking and/or accidentally double clicking, analog sticks drifting, enlarged dead zones, rubber wearing off, triggers not responding (spongy) and worst of all the loose D-Pad which can be can extremely frustrating when trying to play 2D fighting games such as SFV accurately.
The analog sticks start to suffer from “stick drift” and enlarged “dead zones” on both our Elite V2s after a few months of use. (IMO) this is partly due to the metal sticks themselves being too heavy for the potentiometers used in these controllers.
I much prefer the classic light weight plastic sticks found on the standard controller, and would like to see these changed to more accurate hall sensors moving forward.
It’s clear to see that Microsoft really have put a lot of effort into the R&D of this product, as it’s without question one of the best controllers I have ever used, the software and customisation is also exceptional and having the ability to map a rear button as a “shift” key completely changes the landscape of gaming, I honestly can’t express how much of an impact this feature alone will have on your gaming expletive!
The myriad ways in which you can approach games with these new features is testament to the R&D that went into this incredible controller.
You can also change the lighting based on the active which profile allowing you to change profiles quickly (in game and on the fly) without taking your eyes off the screen, another truly game changing feature.
Overall this is one of the best designed controllers I’ve ever encountered, however the reliability issues really do need addressing.
If the controller cost under £100 it would be a 5* product, however at its current retail price of circa £150 it’s only a 4* product.
I do highly recommended the Elite v2 controller but only “IF” you are willing to live with or look passed its inflated price and build quality flaws, if you can see passed those issues you will be pressed with an absolutely game changing input device.
Superb product with some minor build quality issues!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 15 January 2022
The Xbox elite v2 controller is an absolutely fantastic controller, but it’s not without its flaws.Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 15 January 2022
The Elite v2 Controller has completely changed the way I play games, my play style and the level of enjoyment I have in most games has improved immeasurably.
The overall design of the controller, button layout and configuration, it’s customisability etc really should the standard for all XBOX controllers.
The buttons have wonderful tactile and satisfying “clicks” letting you know they have been activated, coupled with the long smooth throw of the triggers. The triggers can also be configured to be instant click short throw triggers, which is great for FPS and other shooters.
However with that said, it’s clear that Microsoft is having issues manufacturing these controllers.
We have so far experienced, buttons sticking and/or accidentally double clicking, analog sticks drifting, enlarged dead zones, rubber wearing off, triggers not responding (spongy) and worst of all the loose D-Pad which can be can extremely frustrating when trying to play 2D fighting games such as SFV accurately.
The analog sticks start to suffer from “stick drift” and enlarged “dead zones” on both our Elite V2s after a few months of use. (IMO) this is partly due to the metal sticks themselves being too heavy for the potentiometers used in these controllers.
I much prefer the classic light weight plastic sticks found on the standard controller, and would like to see these changed to more accurate hall sensors moving forward.
It’s clear to see that Microsoft really have put a lot of effort into the R&D of this product, as it’s without question one of the best controllers I have ever used, the software and customisation is also exceptional and having the ability to map a rear button as a “shift” key completely changes the landscape of gaming, I honestly can’t express how much of an impact this feature alone will have on your gaming expletive!
The myriad ways in which you can approach games with these new features is testament to the R&D that went into this incredible controller.
You can also change the lighting based on the active which profile allowing you to change profiles quickly (in game and on the fly) without taking your eyes off the screen, another truly game changing feature.
Overall this is one of the best designed controllers I’ve ever encountered, however the reliability issues really do need addressing.
If the controller cost under £100 it would be a 5* product, however at its current retail price of circa £150 it’s only a 4* product.
I do highly recommended the Elite v2 controller but only “IF” you are willing to live with or look passed its inflated price and build quality flaws, if you can see passed those issues you will be pressed with an absolutely game changing input device.
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