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Xbox introduces it's new Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 - Core for $129.99
Posted on 9/7/22 at 10:26 am
Posted on 9/7/22 at 10:26 am
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https://www.theverge.com/2022/9/7/23340603/microsoft-xbox-elite-wireless-controller-series-2-core-white-controller-release-date-price
https://www.theverge.com/2022/9/7/23340603/microsoft-xbox-elite-wireless-controller-series-2-core-white-controller-release-date-price
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Microsoft is announcing a new Xbox Elite 2 Core controller today, and it’s priced at $50 less than the existing Xbox Elite 2. The Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 – Core (yes, that’s the full name!) is available for preorder today for $129.99, but it doesn’t include the usual interchangeable components — you’ll have to purchase those separately.
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This new Xbox Elite 2 Core also doesn’t ship with a carrying case, either. If you want the rear paddles, variety of thumbsticks, and carrying case, you’ll need to purchase a separate “Complete Component Pack” for $59.99. The pack includes the following:
Carrying case
Charging dock
Classic thumbsticks (2)
Tall thumbstick (1)
Dome thumbstick (1)
Cross-shaped D-pad (1)
Set of four paddles: medium (2), mini (2)
USB-C cable
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The existing black Xbox Elite 2 controller will still be available for $179.99, and both controllers will come with a one-year warranty. Microsoft was forced to extend that warranty period from just 90 days to a year after both the original and Xbox Elite 2 controllers experienced issues. Some Xbox Elite 2 owners complained of stuck buttons or stick drift, and Microsoft’s warranty extension applied retroactively.
“We’ve heard players loud and clear and have continued to improve Elite Series 2 controllers to be more reliable than ever before with refined components that are built to last,” says Daniel Ruiz, senior marketing manager for Xbox accessories. “For added peace of mind, Elite Series 2 controllers come with Microsoft’s 1-year limited warranty.”
Preorders for the new $129.99 white Xbox Elite 2 Core controller start today over at Microsoft’s online store, and it will start shipping on September 21st.
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Posted on 9/7/22 at 10:57 am to finchmeister08
Will buy
Nice having the option without all of the bells and whistles
Nice having the option without all of the bells and whistles
This post was edited on 9/7/22 at 11:00 am
Posted on 9/7/22 at 11:13 am to finchmeister08
I guess I’ll just use my paddles from my shitty elite controller for this one
Posted on 9/7/22 at 12:24 pm to finchmeister08
Will the A button and bumpers and sticks work on this one?
$129 is way too much for the hair triggers nobody uses and the adjustable stick tension.
$129 is way too much for the hair triggers nobody uses and the adjustable stick tension.
This post was edited on 9/7/22 at 12:27 pm
Posted on 9/7/22 at 12:26 pm to finchmeister08
After getting an elite, I don't think I can ever go back to a normal controller
The thing is fricking ridiculous
The thing is fricking ridiculous
Posted on 9/7/22 at 12:33 pm to JetsetNuggs
You should feel lucky that yours hasn't had any issues. A matter of days after the warranty on mine expired, the LB and RB buttons started sticking and double registering. I can't tell you how many times I've died in games because of that. Super frustrating.
Posted on 9/7/22 at 1:16 pm to finchmeister08
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“We’ve heard players loud and clear and have continued to improve Elite Series 2 controllers to be more reliable than ever before with refined components that are built to last,” says Daniel Ruiz, senior marketing manager for Xbox accessories.
Posted on 9/7/22 at 2:17 pm to JetsetNuggs
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After getting an elite, I don't think I can ever go back to a normal controller
The thing is fricking ridiculous
What makes it so much better than a normal? Asking honestly.
Posted on 9/7/22 at 2:25 pm to SaintEB
It feels more robust, the texturing work is amazing, the sticks feel great, and the big omni D pad is awesome
it's a shame, they'd be perfect without all of the QC issues
it's a shame, they'd be perfect without all of the QC issues
Posted on 9/7/22 at 3:06 pm to SaintEB
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It feels more robust, the texturing work is amazing, the sticks feel great, and the big omni D pad is awesome
This plus the paddles on the back make playing shooters way more fluid
When I'm playing Halo, Warzone, or Fortnite, I can operate much quicker.
Gun switching/grenade throwing is naturally where my hands already are instead of having to moving fingers across the controller.
This post was edited on 9/7/22 at 3:08 pm
Posted on 9/7/22 at 3:08 pm to finchmeister08
When I was playing street fighter 4 competitive, id go through a brand new controller every month.
Not that I was rough on it, I just use the D pad and charge characters and the 360 controllers would give out and not respond as well. No way in hell would I have paid $130 a controller though
Glad I dont do that shite anymore
Not that I was rough on it, I just use the D pad and charge characters and the 360 controllers would give out and not respond as well. No way in hell would I have paid $130 a controller though
Glad I dont do that shite anymore
Posted on 9/7/22 at 6:32 pm to finchmeister08
Have they fixed stick drift, yet?
Posted on 9/8/22 at 4:08 am to JetsetNuggs
After getting an elite, I don't think I can ever go back to a normal controller
The thing is fricking ridiculous
It really is. The difference from it and the standard controller that comes with the X Box is night and day.
The thing is fricking ridiculous
It really is. The difference from it and the standard controller that comes with the X Box is night and day.
Posted on 9/8/22 at 12:09 pm to Easye921
I've always thought the elite controllers seemed like a scam. What specifically makes it more enjoyable?
Posted on 9/8/22 at 5:19 pm to finchmeister08
I’ll stick with my Razer Wolverine.
This post was edited on 9/8/22 at 5:20 pm
Posted on 9/8/22 at 6:21 pm to diddlydawg7
Maybe they are, but I like the paddle shifters on them. Never thought I would, but the main thing is how well built they are. It's pretty heavy and feels very well made.
Posted on 9/8/22 at 6:23 pm to diddlydawg7
Maybe they are, but I like the paddle shifters on them. Never thought I would, but the main thing is how well built they are. It's pretty heavy and feels very well made. The only reason I got mine was because it was part of the bundle, but I'm glad I did.
Posted on 9/8/22 at 6:52 pm to Carson123987
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Will the A button and bumpers and sticks work on this one?
Don’t hold your breath. The first and second generation were incompatible.
Posted on 9/9/22 at 9:39 am to Carson123987
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Will the A button and bumpers and sticks work on this one?
I'm so glad I've never experienced these issues with either my first or second generation controllers. They've both worked flawlessly for me for the entire time I've had them.
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$129 is way too much for the hair triggers nobody uses and the adjustable stick tension.
I use the hair triggers. Why wouldn't you? Setting them to the lowest amount of trigger pull for FPSes is huge.
Posted on 9/11/22 at 10:30 pm to finchmeister08
Thanks to the comments in this post I ordered an elite 2 full version. Looking forward to seeing what it is like.
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