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Xbox One Elite Controller impressions
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digoutyoursoul
Member
It's a brilliant controller from the looks of it but I can't afford to spend that much on a controller at the moment
Diablohead
Member
My fear is the life on these things, my launch day controller formed a stick issue and it makes me worry that my new controller currently will do the same, I always take care of my gear too.
diablos991
Can’t stump the diablos
By swapping to the taller or shorter sticks you will be adjusting the tightness; Basically how levers work.
Adding some sort of mechanism to adjust this would cause an insane amount of issues as the part was used and wore out.
thechristoph
Sir!
Eh, they're alright. They say that they're supposed to last a year sitting in a drawer after a charge, but I do not find this to be true. They die pretty dang fast when they're not being used. I bought a pack of 64 Rayovacs to use when I'm waiting for my Eneloops to recharge which really defeats the purpose.
Same. MS has a bad track record with quality control on their controllers. If the warranty on this thing is 3 months, there's no way I'm buying one. If it's a year or more, I'll grab one.
I hate having to change batteries in my controller, i don't get what's so bad about having a controller with an internal battery, i never have to worry about it on my PS4 even with the "terrible" battery, in two years i think i've had a controller die on my maybe once.
I hate turning on my Xbox One and having to scramble to find charged batteries.
I hate turning on my Xbox One and having to scramble to find charged batteries.
It's a year. According to Amazon.
I understand, but my worry is if it will be enough.
Interesting little tid bit from MS.
http://news.xbox.com/2015/10/xbox-elite-wireless-controller-available-soon?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter
http://news.xbox.com/2015/10/xbox-elite-wireless-controller-available-soon?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter
Cancelled my order about a month ago... I really, really want one but I decided to wait for impressions from actual users. This thing is just too expensive for a controller to take a gamble on it especially when there are innovative gamepads like the Steam controller hitting market that might be better buys.
Hope I can order one later this year... after I do a lot more reading and video watching
The polygon video makes this sucker look SHARP as fuck though.
Hope I can order one later this year... after I do a lot more reading and video watching
The polygon video makes this sucker look SHARP as fuck though.
I don't have that problem. I have Eneloops that have sit in my cupboard for a year and then when I pop them in they worked great with at least 75% charge.
In the Xbox One controllers, I go a month or so in between charges with my son using them almost daily. They also have been sitting in Wiimotes and Xbox 360 controllers that sometimes go months between use, and still work fine when they are needed.
SamastahSukhino
Banned
Is it beefy and heavier than the little toy ones they currently have? I loved how the 360 controller felt like a tank. I could squeeze the shit out of it and not hear it squeak. No fuck way in hell am I spending $150 for it, but If it's heavier, and doesn't squeak, I can see myself pick it up when it drops to $139.99.
Internal batteries lose charge. Changing them sucks. The best way to do it is MS' way of allowing you to use your own batteries or to add the equivalent of an internal battery that's easily changeable.
RichiRamjag
Member
I don't get why publications complain about rechargeable batteries. Especially considering the amazing battery life from the Xbox controller. I find it way more convenient as well. I've got to keep my ps4 chargers on a dock at all times.
Steverulez
Member
Sounds like its pre-orders are doing well then, which will surprise some
diablos991
Can’t stump the diablos
Then you don't have enough eneloops.
Always have 4-8 charged at all times in my home to swap into various electronics.
I've read this argument since the day the PS3 was announced and i still don't think it holds true, i never had to replace a PS3 controller cause a battery stopped holding the charge, and i had it since launch.
Edit: Every modern electronic equipment that uses batteries has an internal rechargeable battery these days, i can't think of anything besides the Xbox controllers in my house that require me to change the batteries myself, except for my Mac keyboard and mouse, which i also hate, i'm getting the new ones with internal battery as soon as they're available in Mexico.
Edit: I actually bought two play and charge kits from MS, one for my 360 and one for the One, they both died in less than a year.
DannyButtermen
Neo Member
Wow, this is looking better than I initially expected.
In my opinion, I also find the lack of built-in batteries as a Pro, especially if you have Play and Charge kit/Eneloops as mentioned. I would be worried a built in battery would drain too quickly with all that's going on in this controller.
Looking forward to picking one of these up.
In my opinion, I also find the lack of built-in batteries as a Pro, especially if you have Play and Charge kit/Eneloops as mentioned. I would be worried a built in battery would drain too quickly with all that's going on in this controller.
Looking forward to picking one of these up.
DrowsyJungle
Member
levyjl1988
Banned
So you're saying I should buy two of these controllers then, fine by me.
You know it!
LordBaztion
Member
I wish paddles to become a basic feature in next gen controllers.
xplicitone
Member
Non rechargeable batteries is a HUGE pro, at least for gaming controllers. It's so much easier and faster to swap out my eneloops than having to plug in my controllers in the middle of my gaming sessions.
Plus, at the moment, my USB cables aren't long enough for me to sit on my couch. And then it's no longer wireless. And they die eventually and you have to replace the whole thing.
I'm stoked!!
Plus, at the moment, my USB cables aren't long enough for me to sit on my couch. And then it's no longer wireless. And they die eventually and you have to replace the whole thing.
I'm stoked!!
JimmyRustler
Gold Member
Will buy one for my PC latest by Christmas.
For me personally I rather deal with batteries than having to have a charge cable at each of my gaming seats. The xbox controllers give you more options which is ideal. Want to use batteries great. Want to use charge and play kit that is basically a replaceable internal battery great.
Which will surprise the cheap fucks you mean. Never listen to those people.
I don't know what he's talking about here, I dislike going back to the 360 controller after using an Xbox One controller for a while.
Diablohead
Member
"Bumper buttons are finally, actually usable"
Did they ever try the new 3.5mm headphone jack model of the controller?
htttpwwwyahoocom
Member
Probably a dumb question, but if I switch the A and B buttons, will games that show button prompts detect that?
Basically, if a game says "Press A to jump" would it instead show "Press B to jump"?
Basically, if a game says "Press A to jump" would it instead show "Press B to jump"?
family_guy
Member
Looks nice, but they really needed a screen capture button.
Agreed. The chatpad will have one though.
Just proof that the folks at Engadget didn't know how to hold the controller.
darkinstinct
...lacks reading comprehension.
FFS, I'm sure it is great to be able to throw away your $150 controller because the batteries died. It would be nice if they included the charge kit with this controller but other than that it is a definite plus that the controller can use normal AAs, Eneloops and anything else.
darkinstinct
...lacks reading comprehension.
I bought my four Eneloops three years ago. They last about 15 hours of playtime in the Xbox One controller, normal AA batteries last a little longer. Of course rumble intensive games like Forza 6 drain the energy a little faster. I recharge my Eneloops about every second day (switch the pair that was charged with the empty one) and haven't had a substantial loss in battery life over those three years (which amounts to about 500 recharges). They cost me 10 Euro including the charger so yeah, Eneloops are incredibly good. But there are Chinese fakes on Amazon and eBay, those are no good. Best buy offline.
rokkerkory
Member
will wait for sale and grab one!!!
Diablohead
Member
Eneloops loose 30% over a year or so, extremely good for a battery you might end up using every day.
Plus they don't drain half as fast as a normal rechargable when not in use, they hold on to power for months, my high capacity duracells will drop all charge after about 3 weeks.
Scuf would make bank then, I think they hold patents on them.
I'll get the steam controller which is much better for PC use.
I would imagine not.
This is my experience as well. My Eneloops are over 6 years old, and still give me about 25 hours of gaming per charge. Not bad for $29.
Edit: Full disclosure, I have a charger with a refresh function that works miracles on keeping these thing tip-top.
SkinnerSw33t
Member
These impressions don't really add me much we don't already know. Would like to see an actual breakdown.
Can't wait 'til Tuesday!
Can't wait 'til Tuesday!
RowdyReverb
Member
+1. It is so much more convenient to just swap out the batteries real quick than find a cable and play wired for the rest of my session.
DrowsyJungle
Member
I don't know what he's talking about either.
The reviewer probably never tried or knew about the controller revision. Oh well though, at least we know the Elite is the best controller ever made basically. I wouldn't expect anything less for the price.
To be fair, if you slapped a touchpad and speakers into your gamepad, it'd have similarly shitty battery life as well.
Greatly looking forward to the Elite, definitely picking one up.
Yeah true. Light bar probably doesn't help either.