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Theorry · Oct 22, 2015

How Microsoft built a better controller ... again

http://www.polygon.com/2015/10/22/9...t=chorus&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter

Xbox One Elite Controller First Look

http://www.gamespot.com/videos/xbox-one-elite-controller-first-look/2300-6427757/

Is The Xbox One Elite Wireless Controller Worth Its Premium Price? We Weigh In

http://www.gameinformer.com/b/featu...al&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer

Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Review

http://uk.ign.com/articles/2015/10/...ont page)&utm_content=1&utm_campaign=Blogroll

Dynasty · Oct 22, 2015

http://m.uk.ign.com/articles/2015/1...ont page)&utm_content=1&utm_campaign=Blogroll

Pros
Feels great
Great companion app
Beautiful build and design
Tons of customisations

Cons
Price
Non-rechargeable batteries

kahi · Oct 22, 2015

Can't wait! Upgrading to the Hybrid SSD 1tb system that comes with the controller

entremet · Oct 22, 2015

Dynasty said:
http://m.uk.ign.com/articles/2015/1...ont page)&utm_content=1&utm_campaign=Blogroll

Pros
Feels great
Great companion app
Beautiful build and design
Tons of customisations

Cons
Price
Non-rechargeable batteries

This is a pro. Silly, IGN.

Let me use my Eneloops.

Coin Return · Oct 22, 2015

So it's the best controller, but the price stings.

Pretty much what I expected.

Dabanton · Oct 22, 2015

Had a long play with this at a games show a couple of weeks back.

Thing is superb. Was baffling at first but as you get used to the extra gubbins you can see how you can improve things.

Will probably get one for Christmas.

kodecraft · Oct 22, 2015

Elite controller for Win10/PC gaming +1, sorry Steam controller.

xrnzaaas · Oct 22, 2015

entrement said:
This is a pro. Silly, IGN.

Let me use my Eneloops.

Exactly. Not being able to use AA batteries is one of the things I miss the most after switching from a 360 to a PS4. I still have my Sanyo Eneloops and I use them currently only for a portable radio... it takes ages until they need to be charged again.

aygomyownroad · Oct 22, 2015

entrement said:
This is a pro. Silly, IGN.

Let me use my Eneloops.

Indeed. Rechargeable batteries are great as once they start to die over time you don't need a new controller
Want onw but can't justify the price as the Vanilla one is amazing as it is

Ryne · Oct 22, 2015

I've completely changed my stance regarding batteries after going through 6 or so MS branded rechargeable batteries for the 360 controller.

I'm with everyone else here, let me use my rechargeable AA batteries, that isn't a con to me.

Nyteshade517 · Oct 22, 2015

I'll look into getting one of these controllers but absolutely not at $150...it'll have to be at a more reasonable price than that

E92 M3 · Oct 22, 2015

My number 1 concern at the moment is the type of warranty Microsoft has on the controller.

Dee Dah Dave · Oct 22, 2015

I am ridiculously hyped for this thing, can't wait to receive mine!

The best controller on the market by a long shot for me. I hope it has huge success and leads to being the default pack in controller next gen.

Steverulez · Oct 22, 2015

Building in a rechargeable battery pack is just asking for issues when you've spent so much on a controller and eventually it craps out (the battery that is)

Of course, they could have bundled in a play and charge kit or something but I suspect at this point most people have some sort of battery solution for their controller anyway, I don't see it as a big deal

Familienoberhauptvogel · Oct 22, 2015

Nyteshade517 said:
I'll look into getting one of these controllers but absolutely not at $150...it'll have to be at a more reasonable price than that

The price is reasonable, a scuf with the same features will come much more expensive.

Already have a scuf though so I'll wait

kmfdmpig · Oct 22, 2015

entrement said:
This is a pro. Silly, IGN.

Let me use my Eneloops.

I know. It's hilarious how many people think this way. Even on Gaf you see people make the same ridiculous argument. I'd much rather have Eneloops which are cheap, last a long time and don't really wear out than a "newer technology" rechargeable batter.

Nyteshade517 · Oct 22, 2015

Familienoberhauptvogel said:
The price is reasonable, a scuf with the same features will come much more expensive.

Already have a scuf though so I'll wait

alright....should have said "more reasonable to my budget"

I'm sure the controller itself is great

Falchion · Oct 22, 2015

I had no clue Microsoft had a deal with Scuf. I was going to get one of theirs before this was announced.

Troy · Oct 22, 2015

Dynasty said:
http://m.uk.ign.com/articles/2015/1...ont page)&utm_content=1&utm_campaign=Blogroll

Pros
Feels great
Great companion app
Beautiful build and design
Tons of customisations

Cons
Price
Non-rechargeable batteries

LOL at batteries being listed as a con. My eneloops are better than your silly rechargeables.

Akai__ · Oct 22, 2015

entrement said:
This is a pro. Silly, IGN.

Let me use my Eneloops.

So, how good are these Eneloops? I see people mentioning them all the time, but are they really that good? How long do they last?

Familienoberhauptvogel · Oct 22, 2015

Nyteshade517 said:
alright....should have said "more reasonable to my budget"

I'm sure the controller itself is great

that's fair, it's a lot of money just for a controller.

Apollo Cree · Oct 22, 2015

Familienoberhauptvogel said:
The price is reasonable, a scuf with the same features will come much more expensive.

Already have a scuf though so I'll wait

What extra features? I went to their site and it looks like they have something with the same features for $120

Darryl M R · Oct 22, 2015

Only con is price. . and I feel like some retailer is going to slip and sell this for regular price. And once they do. . I'm all over it. I need this. God I wish it could work with my PS4.

Willectro · Oct 22, 2015

kodecraft said:
Elite controller for Win10/PC gaming +1, sorry Steam controller.

This is what sold me. Even if I stop using my xbone after Halo, this should be a great PC controller.

diablos991 · Oct 22, 2015

Akai__ said:
So, how good are these Eneloops? I see people mentioning them all the time, but are they really that good? How long do they last?

They are hands down the best AA and AAA batteries I have ever used.
After having eneloops, I grew to dislike internal batteries in controllers. Internal batteries are absolute dogshit in comparison.

KevinG · Oct 22, 2015

These video players are terrible. All I'm getting is buffering.

Sangetsu-II · Oct 22, 2015

Dynasty said:
http://m.uk.ign.com/articles/2015/1...ont page)&utm_content=1&utm_campaign=Blogroll

Pros
Feels great
Great companion app
Beautiful build and design
Tons of customisations

Cons
Price
Non-rechargeable batteries

I think what IGN tried to say is it doesn't come with a rechargeable battery pack (play and charge kit) which is kind of disappointing you have to pay extra for it. It's supposed to be the Elite package yet they just throw you 2 AA's in the pack, that's lame.

nib95 · Oct 22, 2015

entrement said:
This is a pro. Silly, IGN.

Let me use my Eneloops.

This is an unnecessary additional chore and expense that no-one should have to invest in, especially at the price they are charging. I have rechargeable batteries and a charger, and even then I still just went ahead and bought a play and charge kit. It's still more convenient.

Familienoberhauptvogel · Oct 22, 2015

Apollo Cree said:
What extra features? I went to their site and it looks like they have something with the same features for $120

Trigger stops, remapping, 4 paddles, different sticks,... All stuff Scuf asks a hefty extra for. Though there seems to be a promotion for the 4 paddles being free atm.

Dahaka · Oct 22, 2015

Does it have 2 years of warranty?

Forearm Star · Oct 22, 2015

god all this coverage is making the wait for tuesday unbearable. I don't even have time to game as much as i'd like too.

Also i'm now interested in Eneloops

Dahaka · Oct 22, 2015

kodecraft said:
Elite controller for Win10/PC gaming +1, sorry Steam controller.

+plenty of Eneloop PRO. THEY ARE BLACK.

KeyboardThug · Oct 22, 2015

Dahaka said:
Does it have 2 years of warranty?

I would hope at least 3 years but knowing Microsoft its going to be 1.

Karak · Oct 22, 2015

Con is price and by that I mean a no go. Absolutely in no way worth it for that cost. And yes had hands on.

ManUnkindH · Oct 22, 2015

Someone please tell me what's the release date for Europe. I'm very confused, some retailers say it's 15th of december. So what's the deal??

iMax · Oct 22, 2015

Can you charge Eneloops through the Play and Charge kit?

Eric WK · Oct 22, 2015

Karak said:
Con is price and by that I mean a no go. Absolutely in no way worth it for that cost. And yes had hands on.

To you.

The preorder numbers suggest many, many people disagree.

Troy · Oct 22, 2015

nib95 said:
This is an unnecessary additional chore and expense that no-one should have to invest in, especially at the price they are charging. I have rechargeable batteries and a charger, and even then I still just went ahead and bought a play and charge kit. It's still more convenient.

Look at that, they gave you a choice. Eneloops are better. I get to use those. You get to use what you want. Everyone wins. Choices are great.

Karak · Oct 22, 2015

Eric WK said:
To you.

The preorder numbers suggest many, many people disagree.

Of course to me. Thats sort of weird to think otherwise...it actually doesn't even make sense to say.

Nikodemos · Oct 22, 2015

I remember reading that the white-rimmed Duracells are actually rebranded Eneloops, is that true?

Eric WK · Oct 22, 2015

Karak said:
Of course to me. Thats sort of weird to think otherwise.

Did you edit in the "had hands on?" That changes the nature of your post.

Justinh · Oct 22, 2015

Theorry said:
Xbox One Elite Controller First Look

http://www.gamespot.com/videos/xbox-one-elite-controller-first-look/2300-6427757/

Youtube link for the video here. It wouldn't show up for me on Gamespot's page, so maybe it'll be good for someone else.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vfu9INuN4Lw

I'm all about eneloops, but I can see someone wanting the see a play and charge kit included. It doesn't remove my ability to use my eneloops and I guess would be a nice gesture to those who might not have rechargeable AAs.

I've got one of these coming, but I'm a little bit worried about the "smooth rubberized coating." My old belkin nostromo n52te had a smooth rubberized coating and after years of use, it got sticky and just kinda nasty. Hopefully that's not the case here.

The Flash · Oct 22, 2015

At least it's not the DS4 battery

Troy · Oct 22, 2015

Nikodemos said:
I remember reading that the white-rimmed Duracells are actually rebranded Eneloops, is that true?

Not sure about Duracell, but I do know that Apple batteries are eneloops.

Dreams-Visions · Oct 22, 2015

only thing that hurts is getting 2 of these. my little brother will want one for sure.

SamastahSukhino · Oct 22, 2015

#teameneloop #teamlocke

Warxard · Oct 22, 2015

I THOUGHT I WAS THE ONLY ENELOOP OWNER

ENELOOPS RULE

Theorry · Oct 22, 2015

KeyboardThug said:
I would hope at least 3 years but knowing Microsoft its going to be 1.

Well depends if you live in the EU. Even my Xbox One is still in warranty and i have it since 2013.

Dahaka · Oct 22, 2015

Dreams-Visions said:
only thing that hurts is getting 2 of these. my little brother will want one for sure.

How old is he?

E92 M3 · Oct 22, 2015

I'd also like for this controller to have adjustable tightness on the sticks. The tighter, the better. 360 had it nice.

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