Tag: Controllers
Roundup The Reviews Are In For Razer's 'Wolverine V3 Pro' Wireless Xbox Controller
"A must-have premium Xbox controller"
Today marks the arrival of Razer's new wireless 'Wolverine V3 Pro' controller for Xbox Series X|S and PC. It'll set you back $199.99 / £199.99 (or the regional equivalent) and comes with four mouse click back paddles, two claw grip bumpers, pro hypertriggers and hall effect precision thumbsticks. If you're...
News Switch Drummer 'Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival' Coming To Xbox
A new drum for Series X|S also unveiled
Bandai Namco's drum-based rhythm game Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival will be coming to the Xbox Series X|S on November 7th, 2024. This includes the release of the game on multiple other platforms (including Microsoft's PC storefront) following its exclusive console release on the Switch in 2022. As part...
News Xbox Unveils Multiple New Accessibility Offerings, Including The Adaptive Joystick
"When everybody plays, we all win"
There's admittedly a lot of frustration within the Xbox community at the moment, but if there's one thing we can all (hopefully) get behind, it's the company's efforts when it comes to the creation of new accessibility devices. During its Gamescom livestream yesterday, Xbox's accessibility team revealed four new...
News Original 'S Model' Xbox Controller Returns For Series X|S This August
Update: Pre-orders have begun!
Update (Tue 16th Jul, 2024): Well, we've passed the pre-order date, which means the Hyperkin DuchesS Xbox controller is now available to buy from some retailers! We'll throw a couple of links down below if you're interested in getting one. Keep in mind that the controller comes in both black and white variants - you...
News Xbox Remains The Controller Of Choice For Steam Users, Unsurprisingly
59% of game sessions use Microsoft's pad
Valve has released new data about the controllers used on its digital PC platform Steam, and Xbox's game pads (unsurprisingly) remain right out in front. As of June 2024, 59% of users are playing with an Xbox controller, 26% are on PlayStation controllers and 10% are using Steam Deck controls (aka Steam...
Guide Best Xbox Series X Controllers And Accessories
Enhance your Series X experience
If you've been lucky enough to pick up an Xbox Series X or S, you are at the forefront of this next generation of console gaming. Assuming you've already got a fancy 4K television to go alongside your Xbox Series X, perhaps the next way you can take your gaming experience to the next level is with some handy...
News Xbox Design Lab Is Offering Free Engravings For The Rest Of May
Get creative
If you're in the mood to treat yourself or you've racked up a sizeable number of Microsoft Rewards points, Xbox Design Lab is a great way to personalise your Xbox experience with a custom controller for Xbox One, Series X and Series S. One of the personalisations you can add along the way is an engraving at the bottom of the...
News Microsoft Unveils New Xbox Accessibility Controller, Pre-Orders Live
The Proteus Controller is a collaboration with ByoWave
As part of Global Accessibility Awareness Day, Microsoft's Gaming Accessibility Team has today unveiled the Proteus Controller. Xbox has been "collaborating closely" with its partners at ByoWave to develop this new controller, which is described as a modular adaptive kit that gives disabled...
Random Xbox Drops 'Feel The Burn' Tagline On New Controller After Four Studio Closures
It was feeling the burn...
Xbox yesterday lifted the lid on its new Fire Vapor Special Edition Xbox Series X|S controller. Attached to the reveal was the tagline "feel the burn today", and unsurprisingly this didn't go down very well after it announced four studio closures. In an update, it seems Microsoft has now made a quick edit to the...
News 8BitDo Unveils Budget-Friendly Xbox Controller With Hall Effect Sticks
Update: Along with 2 other new controllers!
Update: It appears we jumped the gun a bit, as 8BitDo has now announced three new Xbox controllers coming to market very soon, including the "8BitDo Ultimate C Wired Controller for Xbox" as described down below. The other two controllers are the "8Bitdo Pro 2 Wired Controller for Xbox" retailing at $44.99...
News Xbox's Official New 'Nocturnal Vapor' Controller Launches Next Week
"Explore the mysteries of the nocturnal world"
We've got another new Xbox controller on the way! This is the Nocturnal Vapor Special Edition Xbox Wireless Controller, and it'll be launching next week on April 9th - with pre-orders now available via the Xbox Store. Xbox describes the Nocturnal Vapor as featuring a "dynamic and unique light and dark...
News Thrustmaster's Latest Xbox Elite-Style Controller Is Here, Featuring 'Cutting Edge' Tech
Say hello to the ESWAP X 2 PRO
Last year, we took a look at Thrustmaster's Forza Horizon 5 controller, and deemed it largely a success down to the sheer amount of options it granted players - especially racing fans. That gamepad was an FH5-themed version of Thrustmaster's existing 'ESWAP XR PRO' controller - and now the team has delivered a proper...
News Elden Ring 'Limited Edition' Xbox Controller Appears Online, But Is It A Fake?
We'll hopefully find out pretty soon
An Xbox controller based on the incredible Elden Ring sounds like a good idea to us, and that's exactly what's doing the rounds online right now, although admittedly it's hard to tell whether it's the real deal or a elaborate PhotoShopped fake. The image below originates from a supposed PlayAsia employee who...
News Turtle Beach Promises 'New Level Of Racing Realism' With Latest Xbox Release
Introducing the VelocityOne Race
It feels like Turtle Beach can do no wrong at the moment when it comes to Xbox controllers, so let's hope that'll also be the case for the VelocityOne Race, which is coming to market for Xbox and PC on February 26th, 2024! The VelocityOne Race is described as featuring a "groundbreaking universal wheel & pedal...
News Turtle Beach's New Elite-Style Xbox Controller Seems Pretty Incredible
With Hall Effect sticks and a full-colour Command Display!
The good folks over at Turtle Beach have developed some of our favourite Xbox controllers to date (the Recon and React-R are fantastic!), and now we've got another one that's hoping to prove the absolute best in the Elite-style market. The Turtle Beach Stealth Ultra officially launches on...
News Xbox Design Lab Adds Multiple 'Shift' Controllers, Including An Exclusive New Design
Say hello to the Cosmic Shift
Microsoft has announced another new Xbox controller design today in the form of the "Cosmic Shift", and the interesting thing about this controller in particular is that it's exclusive to the Xbox Design Lab program. You can see a look at the Cosmic Shift above, and here's how Xbox describes it: "Beginning with the...
News The Next Xbox Series X|S Controller Colour Might Have Been Leaked
It's reportedly Astral Purple from Design Labs
Xbox loves making new gamepads and apparently, the next one on the way is an Astral Purple Series X|S controller. This information comes from dataminer 'billbil-kun' who claims this new version of Microsoft's popular pad will launch on 19th September for $64.99 / £59.99. While it would be a new...
News Xbox Unveils New Feature That Allows Entirely Remote Controller Pairing
Never leave the sofa!
Xbox Insiders are getting some pretty welcome features in testing right now, and as part of Microsoft's latest update for Alpha members, another neat addition is being worked on - and it could mean more time spent on the sofa. The team has added a new feature for 'Alpha and Alpha Skip-Ahead' Xbox
News Microsoft Now Selling Xbox Controller Replacement Parts
Fix-it-yourself
If you've ever wanted to replace a thumb stick, faulty trigger, buttons or make a more major repair to one of your Xbox controllers, and happen to be located in North America, the good news is Microsoft is now selling controller parts on its official store. This allows Xbox users to "extend the lifespan of out-of-warranty Xbox...
News Keyboard Mapping Is A New Feature Coming To Some Xbox Controllers
Rolling out now to Xbox Insiders
We've got a brand-new feature rolling out to Xbox Insiders in the Alpha Skip-Ahead ring this week, and it's a pretty exciting one if you like the idea of mapping keyboard buttons to your Xbox controller! The new feature is available exclusively for the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 and
News Say Hello To The 'World’s First Xbox Controller With Hall Effect Sticks'
And say goodbye to stick drift!
GameSir has unveiled its latest Xbox accessory this week in the form of the G7 SE Wired Controller, and it's reportedly the "world's first Xbox controller with Hall Effect Sticks" - available right now for $44.99 / £49.99 / €59.99. <products id="24204"> If you're wondering what Hall Effect Sticks are, the...
Report Xbox To Unveil Starfield Controller & Headset At Games Showcase 2023
It looks like we have prices as well
It's being reported that Xbox will unveil a Starfield controller and headset at the upcoming Xbox Games Showcase 2023 on June 11th, and it looks like we already know pricing details as well. This has been leaked by the reliable billbil-kun, who had the following to say for
News Nacon Announces New 'Affordable' Xbox Controller For September 2023
"A heavy-duty, high-performing controller"
We've got another new Xbox controller hitting the market in the near future! As part of Bigben Week 2023, Nacon recently announced the "EVOL-X", which is an officially licensed Xbox controller coming out in September of this year. The company says it's built on the expertise gained with 2021's Nacon...
Review PowerA MOGA XP-Ultra - A New Wireless And Multi-Platform Xbox Controller
"The First Licensed Wireless Controller for Xbox Series X|S, Mobile, and Cloud Gaming"
When it comes to modern day gamepads, it’s hard to beat the Xbox Elite Series 2 controller. It’s comfortable, deeply customisable, and pretty versatile - pairing not only to Xbox consoles, but mobile and Windows PCs too. The Xbox-brand 'Elite' controllers are...
News Xbox's New 'Remix Special Edition' Controller Is Made Using Reclaimed Materials
Releasing later this month
We've got another new Xbox Wireless Controller design on the way very soon, and this time it's a controller that's partially made from "reclaimed CDs, water jugs and other controllers' parts". Sounds pretty cool! Specifically, the Remix Special Edition features "recovered plastics with one-third of it made from regrind...
News Xbox Announces New Colour Options For The Elite Series 2 Controller
Specifically the "Core" edition
Xbox has announced today that the Elite Series 2 Wireless Controller is now available to purchase in additional blue or red colour options, although this is specifically for the cheaper "Core" version of the controller. Pre-orders have begun for both of these colour variants on the Xbox Store at a price of £124.99 /...
But it comes at a cost
Third-party accessory maker Thrustmaster is known for its plentiful racing wheel options, from budget picks to full-on racing rigs that'll fill out your gaming room like an F1 cockpit. While we've always been enamoured by the idea of a proper wheel setup, it's just not always practical for lots of players, as it requires...
News The Xbox 360 Controller Is Being Revived By Hyperkin This June
"Licensed and designed for Xbox"
Following a reveal towards the end of last year, video game accessory manufacturer Hyperkin has announced it will be launching its official Xbox 360 controller replica 'Xenon' on June 6th, 2023 for $49.99 USD. This "licensed controller" will be available for pre-order on May 5th, 2023 and can be used with Xbox...
News Forza Horizon 5 Xbox Controller Unveiled By Thrustmaster, And It's Officially Licensed
Featuring a unique 'racing wheel module'
Some of you may remember Xbox's very own Forza Horizon 5 controller - a super colourful pad that arrived around the launch of the game back in 2021. Well, third-party accessory maker Thrustmaster has now produced its own FH5 Xbox controller, and it has a very unique feature. Thrustmaster's effort may not be...
News Xbox Set To Unveil Another New Controller Variant This Month
Expect an announcement very soon
Microsoft has already announced a new Xbox controller in February in the form of the Stellar Shift special edition variant, and it looks like we're going to get another one before the end of the month in the form of the "Velocity Green". This was leaked by the very reliable billbil-kun on Twitter this week with a...
News Xbox's 'Stellar Shift' Controller Includes A Special Background For Series X|S Owners
Unique to the controller!
Original story: The new Xbox "Stellar Shift" controller was announced earlier today, launching in select markets worldwide, and you might be interested to know that it comes with a unique feature - a special dynamic background for Xbox Series X|S. By plugging the controller into your Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S console,...
News Microsoft Announces New Special Edition 'Stellar Shift' Xbox Controller
Lookin' stellar, launchin' today!
(Update): Well, it's now official! Immediately after we reported on the new controller leak, Microsoft formally announced the Xbox Stellar Shift Wireless Controller. The latest Xbox pad in the 'Shift' lineup launches today for £59.99 / $69.99, and this one comes with its own unique Xbox Series X|S dynamic...
Random Xbox Is Now Selling Mini 'Hoodies' For Its Wireless Controllers
Snug
We've seen some weird and wonderful gaming merch over the years, but Microsoft might have just created the strangest Xbox accessory yet. In a surprising turn of events this week, the company has begun selling an incredibly useful Xbox accessory: mini hoodies for your controllers! Is that much-loved special edition pad of yours getting cold...
News Xbox 360 Controllers Are Officially Coming Back Thanks To Hyperkin
The GOAT returns
The Xbox 360 controller, for our money, is one of the very best in gaming history. It refined the original Xbox pad just enough to create something special, and well, it looks like we might be able to experience using it again soon on modern platforms! Third party manufacturer Hyperkin has revealed that it's set to create some...
Random The Hit VR Game 'Beat Saber' Will Soon Be Playable With Your Xbox Controller
No VR required!
Whether you own a VR headset like the Meta Quest 2 or not, there's a good chance you've heard of Beat Saber. This rhythm game is one of the most popular experiences in virtual reality right now, and it's particularly great through PCVR thanks to its thriving modding community. One of the newer mods being developed for Beat Saber is...
News This Official New Xbox Controller Looks Awesome, But It'll Cost You
There are some unfortunate catches here
We don't know about you, but we love those controller designs where you can see the internal components. Xbox doesn't get many controllers like that, but there's a new one coming to market soon courtesy of Razer. The problem with Razer, as you may well know at this point, is that their Xbox controllers are...
News Xbox Announces New, Cheaper Version Of The Elite Series 2 Controller
The Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 – Core
Microsoft has announced today that it's bringing out a new version of the Xbox Elite Series 2 controller called the "Core", which features the "essential components" of the Elite Series 2 design at a lower price of £114.99 / $129.99 MRSP. The controller is available to pre-order now in certain...
News Amazon Lists Release Date For White Xbox Elite Series 2 Controller
We could be seeing it very soon
We're definitely getting closer and closer to the unveiling of the White Xbox Elite Controller Series 2! Earlier this month, a video appeared online showing someone unboxing the controller, and now Amazon Mexico might have accidentally revealed the release date too early — September 21st, 2022. As you can see,...
Hardware Review Turtle Beach React-R Xbox Controller - The Best 'Affordable' Option Out There?
Turtle Beach with another W
It was about this time last year that Turtle Beach came out with the Recon Xbox Controller, and despite its somewhat ugly appearance on the surface, we loved it so much that we're still using it consistently to this day. Hardware Review: Turtle Beach Recon Xbox Controller - Very Impress
News Various Xbox Accessories Are Reduced In The Summer Sale 2022
Controllers, headsets and much more
In addition to the 500+ games included in the Xbox Summer Sale 2022, various accessories have also been reduced in select regions (primarily North America), including controllers, headsets and a whole lot more! Looking at the US deals specifically, some highlights include up to $15 off the standard Xbox Series...
News New Xbox Controller And Other Accessories Announced By Nacon
The Pro Compact Colorlight
As part of Nacon Connect 2022 earlier this week, the company announced a variety of new accessories for the Xbox brand, including a new variant of the Pro Compact controller called the Pro Compact Colorlight. This seems very similar to the standard version of the Pro Compact, which we reviewed here at Pure Xbox
News Microsoft Confirms Xbox Controller Shortage, UK Stores Out Of Stock
"We’re working as fast as possible..."
Xbox controller stock has been spotty, at least here in the UK, for a good few months now. In fact, since Microsoft revealed the 'Deep Pink' Xbox Series X|S controller, it's never actually been available to buy over here. Well, the company has now shed some light on the whole situation. Microsoft recently...
News Xbox Destroys Haters In Response To Pride Controller Criticism
Never change, Xbox
The Xbox Twitter account has managed to go viral over the past few hours in response to a couple of commenters on Twitter, who had unconstructive criticism to share about the new Xbox Design Lab Pride Controller design. Xbox initially posted about the controller and its 34 flags, which attracted comments like "no one asked for...
News Xbox Celebrates Pride Month With New Design Lab Controller
Along with lots of other goodies
Xbox has revealed its plans for Pride Month today, which include a brand-new Xbox Design Lab controller. This controller design was actually produced in limited batches last year, but due to popular feedback, it's now been incorporated into Xbox Design Lab and will be available to purchase permanently as of...
News The Nintendo Switch Is Basically Getting An Xbox Pro Controller
And it promises no drifting!
Hmm, this controller looks awfully familiar! You may have seen our friends over at Nintendo Life highlighting the GuliKit KingKong Pro 2 controller for Nintendo Switch earlier this week, and Xbox fans have since been taking to social media to point out just how similar the design looks to a standard Xbox One or Series...
Random This Working Fisher Price Xbox Controller Has Gone Viral
It still even makes the annoying sounds
Well, this is absolutely incredible. The self-proclaimed "builder of bizarre controllers" Rudeism has taken to Twitter to show off his latest invention - a working Fisher Price Xbox controller. Yes, this thing can somehow actually play games! Not only that, but the controller still features all the "annoying"...
News Unofficial Xbox Tool Lets You Play Just Dance With Nintendo Joy-Cons
Introducing "JoyDance"
If there's one thing we really miss about the Kinect in 2022, it's that we can't use it for Just Dance on Xbox Series X and Series S anymore. Instead, we're forced to use our phones, which is a fine but not exactly outstanding alternative. One creative member of the Xbox community has tackled this recently, finding a way to...
News Idris Elba Shares His Bemused Reaction To The Sonic Xbox Controllers
"I thought these guys cut up some slippers..."
The internet kind of freaked out when Xbox unveiled the official Sonic promotional controllers to go alongside the new movie last month, and one of the stars of the film, Idris Elba, has been checking them out for himself. IGN showed the Sonic and Knuckles versions of the controllers to Elba on the...
News The Internet Is Fur-eaking Out About Those Sonic Xbox Controllers
"Fuzzy Xbox controller full of gamer sweat"
The team at Xbox kind of broke the internet yesterday with the reveal of a stunning Sonic Xbox Series S alongside two furry Xbox controllers, and it's the latter that's been getting most of the attention due to their... unique design. Seriously, there's been so much attention on these things over the past...
Hardware Review Nacon MG-X Pro - An Excellent Xbox Cloud Gaming Controller
Looks can be deceiving
Let's be honest, the Nacon MG-X Pro Xbox Cloud Gaming controller is a bit of an eyesore at first glance. Not because it looks badly made or anything like that, but because it's just so wide. In practice though, once you've got your phone connected via Bluetooth and you're up and running, it's a highly enjoyable controller to...
