The old Xbox Elite controller has just been replaced. Microsoft assures its new Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 is built for performance, saying its “Designed to meet the needs of today’s competitive gamers, the all-new Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 features over 30 new ways to play like a pro. Enhance your aiming with new adjustable-tension thumbsticks, fire even faster with shorter hair trigger locks, and stay on target with a wrap-around rubberized grip.”
The controller can be tailored to your preferred gaming style with new interchangeable thumbstick and paddle shapes. You’ll be able to save up to three custom profiles and 1 default profile on the controller, allowing you to switch between them as you swap games, by using the “Profile” button. This makes it incredibly convenient so that you don’t have to reconfigure everything when you switch between games like Forza Horizon 4 and the upcoming Gears 5. You can use Xbox Wireless, Bluetooth, or the included USB-C cable to play across your Xbox One and Windows 10 devices.
But it doesn’t stop there. There are even more ways to customize the new controller. You’ll be able to experience limitless customization with the Xbox Accessories app. By utilizing exclusive configuration options, like button mapping to voice commands, you can record and enable specific voice commands for specific actions, such as “record that” or “take a screenshot”. You’re also able to assign a specific button to act as a “Shift Key” to enable alternative inputs for each of the other buttons, making your gaming experience even more versatile than ever before.
According to youtube’s Xbox quick teaser video, as well as its store page, the Series 2 Elite controller will have up to 40 hours of rechargeable battery life. You’ll be able to recharge the controller’s battery inside or outside it’s carrying case, with the included USB-C cable and its detachable charging dock. It weighs 345g, and around an extra 15g when using it with the 4 paddles, faceted D-pad, and standard thumbsticks attached. The package also includes a 3.5mm stereo headset jack.
You’re already able to pre-order the entire package today for $179.99 and its shipping on November 4th.
