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how much of an improvement is the Series X/S controller over the XB1 pad?
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Torrent of Pork
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They took an XB1 pad, fixed the few problems it had, and didn't fix what wasn't broken.
DaGwaphics
Member
Outside of the D-pad, I don't find them that much different. Hoping they don't shrink them down any further, let's not make them exclusively for children.
Punished Miku
Gold Member
DaGwaphics
Member
I would like to see them release an elite 3 with gyro and updated rumble tech, or even release an updated regular controller with these upgrades. Even though it wouldn't be standard, would probably get supported well because multi-plats are supporting the dualsense already.
Reizo Ryuu
Gold Member
There's no "series x" controller, it's just "series".
That said, the xb1 controller is just garbage, has one of the worst dpads of all time. The series controller however has a great feel to it and the dpad is godlike; 10/10, highly recommended.
That said, the xb1 controller is just garbage, has one of the worst dpads of all time. The series controller however has a great feel to it and the dpad is godlike; 10/10, highly recommended.
DarkMage619
$MSFT
100% this. I even put away my Elite Series 2 controller for the 20th anniversary one. It works fantastically and I don't have to worry about the Elite breaking a third time. The custom theme is nice too.
Gameplaylover
Member
The One D-Pad was even worse than the DS4s, but the Series D-Pad is absolutely great.
Mr.ODST
Member
HeisenbergFX4
Gold Member
I was going to order this thing and missed out.
Went to visit my son last weekend and he had it and I loved it and of course no one has it right now
Bo_Hazem
Banned
I love the Xbox One pad. My favorite controller so far actually
In fact, I own three - red, blue, and green.
Don't own a Series X or S yet, but likely eventually will. I play on PC mainly, so no rush to upgrade the living room "for when friends are over" set up any time soon
I know the new controller is somewhat smaller, has a different d-pad, and I think a share button or some crap
otherwise it's pretty much the same, i gather
as a PC player who does use a controller for some games
Should I be seeking one of these bad boys out?
What say you , GAF? How's that new d-pad? Will it work with my Xbox One PC USB dongle thing?
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Thanks nerds
DevilMayFlyForAWhiteGuy
Member
I felt the Xbox One controller was always just a bit to large for my hands, so the Series Controller is just the right size. The D-pad on it is even better for fighting games now as well, so I would say it’s about perfect; just lacks Gyro for those who like it.
I didn’t think it would, but it made such a difference I gave my brother my Xbox One S controller I had been using as a secondary in order to justify getting a second Series Controller. And then he even went out and got a Series controller despite still being stuck with a Xbone.
I didn’t think it would, but it made such a difference I gave my brother my Xbox One S controller I had been using as a secondary in order to justify getting a second Series Controller. And then he even went out and got a Series controller despite still being stuck with a Xbone.
Naked Lunch
Member
Xbox One bumpers are worse in every way.
The Series X has more sturdy bumpers - XB1's bumpers are cheap, thin hollow plastic.
This is immediately noticeable and the biggest difference going back to an XB1 pad.
Lightly textured grips, triggers, and bumpers have a better feel on the Series X too.
However the Series X's triggers have some horizontal/side-to-side give which I dont like.
Both mainline controllers still have looser analog tension than 360 which is still a drawback to both.
The elite controllers still have the XB1's bad bumpers.
If they updated the Elite to Series X's bumpers - in combination with the analog tension adjustments - the elite would be perfect.
The Series X has more sturdy bumpers - XB1's bumpers are cheap, thin hollow plastic.
This is immediately noticeable and the biggest difference going back to an XB1 pad.
Lightly textured grips, triggers, and bumpers have a better feel on the Series X too.
However the Series X's triggers have some horizontal/side-to-side give which I dont like.
Both mainline controllers still have looser analog tension than 360 which is still a drawback to both.
The elite controllers still have the XB1's bad bumpers.
If they updated the Elite to Series X's bumpers - in combination with the analog tension adjustments - the elite would be perfect.
eastcoastkody
Member
the only thing i really noticed was the texture.
HeisenbergFX4
Gold Member
My local WalMart had about 10 of the 20th Anniversary in stock so grabbed a couple
ReBurn
Gold Member
I have one I bought from Microsoft direct. Haven't opened it yet.My local WalMart had about 10 of the 20th Anniversary in stock so grabbed a couple
sainraja
Member
I loved my Elite 2 until the buttons started to become unresponsive. So, based on my own experience, I'd wait till they announce the 3rd one or go with the Halo edition, perhaps that is better.Series 2 Elite eh?
Can you tell me more? $160 for a controller seems a lot. I dont think i wanna swap out components and adjust thumbsticks and all that fuss
recursive
Member
This is my biggest issue with the Xbox One sticks. They have way too low of resistance. It was like PS and xbox switched coming fro. The previous generation with 360 and ps3.
I find the Xbox series x controller thumbstick tension to be slightly better but not to where I would like it. Dual sense has that on lockdown. I will say they definitely improved the triggers which now have less travel and spongy feel.
teezzy
Banned
Yeah I don't need all that customization. I mostly use M+KB unless I'm playing like a side scroller or something
It's not worth the price or risk
Thanks for the input amigo
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HeisenbergFX4
Gold Member
Really a nice feeling controller having a rubberized back instead of just textured. It has become my regular go to controller to keep hours off my Razer
Excess
Member
I think if you're comfortable repairing your controllers, you should be alright. My original Elite controller from 2015 just recently had a bumper break, so I ordered a spare bumper replacement. In the meantime, I also bought the Elite 2 because I was looking for a reason to upgrade my original. I also have no qualms about paying for it, considering I was a very early adopter of Scuf controllers back in 2010, which are more expensive. Loving the Elite 2, BTW. It's a nice upgrade from the original.
All in all, I don't really break controllers easily. Maybe it's because my fingers have a light touch and that that has contributed to my controllers' longevity.
All in all, I don't really break controllers easily. Maybe it's because my fingers have a light touch and that that has contributed to my controllers' longevity.
Wizz-Art
Member
Love them. I actually started to buy limited/special editions because they are that great. The textured grips on these feel awesome. The Forza Horizon one has this steering wheel material which has to be feld, it's really that good.
I also wanted an Elite controller after I tried one at a friends but I really don't want a build in battery as I use a dozen of Eneloops and never am out of freshly charged ones. Hopefully they will offer the Elite3 without build in battery like the first elite before.
I also wanted an Elite controller after I tried one at a friends but I really don't want a build in battery as I use a dozen of Eneloops and never am out of freshly charged ones. Hopefully they will offer the Elite3 without build in battery like the first elite before.
lucius
Member
The texture is much better not just the back handles the front is better too. D-pad is better but the noise of all the buttons isn’t my favorite, the triggers feel better with grips and the shape and feel is better, I actually prefer it overall over my Elite Series 2 but that has killer battery and more options. You can switch to PC easy with a double tap of the sync button after it’s paired can’t do that on the Elite. I never liked the original One controllers they felt too light and hollow with loose sticks to me.
Topher
Gold Member
It’s not worth the money but it’s the best console controller I’ve ever tried, minus the lacking screenshot button. It’s not about swapping stuff out, it’s the material, quality, weight, settings, case with included charging dock, etc. I can’t go back. And that makes me sad because Xbox controllers will be much more expensive for me from now on.
Love mine although it doesn't look as cool as yours. Best controller ever made, imo.
Topher
Gold Member
Love them. I actually started to buy limited/special editions because they are that great. The textured grips on these feel awesome. The Forza Horizon one has this steering wheel material which has to be feld, it's really that good.
I also wanted an Elite controller after I tried one at a friends but I really don't want a build in battery as I use a dozen of Eneloops and never am out of freshly charged ones. Hopefully they will offer the Elite3 without build in battery like the first elite before.
I prefer the built-in battery of the Elite Series 2 myself. Damn.....those controllers are nice looking though.
Wizz-Art
Member
I can't get over the fact that a close to $200 controller has a battery built-in that will eventually go bad. If you want the built-in feel just buy a batterypack but give other users the choice to use their rechargeables you know, like all the other Xbox controllers they ever released. Win-win!
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Topher
Gold Member
Never had a built-in battery go bad myself. In a perfect world, the batteries in all controllers would be replaceable and rechargeable.
Kagey K
Banned
I have the Elite series 1, series 2 and my default controller that came with my series X. While I prefer my elites in most cases, I go back to the series controller for fighting or other heavily dpad sensitive games.
The clicky dpad is amazing for games that require it.
I don't think there is a better dpad out there right now, for a reasonable price.
The clicky dpad is amazing for games that require it.
I don't think there is a better dpad out there right now, for a reasonable price.
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