If you're looking for a new controller, you're in luck. Microsoft Xbox Elite Series 2 Core Controller sells for $98 on Amazon And Targetdown from $130. That means it's about $3 cheaper than today's lowest price—a great opportunity to upgrade to something nicer.
We recommended Xbox Elite Series 2 Core controller before, and that's mostly based on its ability to give you the best of $180. Xbox Elite Series 2 controller at a more affordable price. This includes fit and finish such as a rubberized grip, as well as stronger, more durable versions of the traditional controller's triggers, joysticks, and navigation pad (now round). In addition, it has up to 40 hours of battery life.
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The Elite Series 2 Core also allows you to adjust the tension of the sticks and triggers to your liking, as well as remap the controller buttons in the Xbox Accessories app. This is useful if you prefer certain settings. Call of Duty: Warzone compared to something more relaxing, e.g. Long live Piñata, or if you share your controller with someone else.
The main downside of the Xbox Elite Series 2 Core controller, aside from the limited color options you can get anywhere other than Xbox Design Lab, is the lack of accessories. Included in the price of the regular Xbox Elite Series 2 controller are a variety of different joysticks, navigation and rear switches that you can attach if you want to experiment with a new setup. They are not included in the Core controller at all. In fact, there are awkward notches on the back of the controller where the paddles should be attached.
This is a small nuisance in the grand scheme of things that can be corrected by purchasing accessories when you realize you actually need them in the future. Even without the paddles, the Xbox Elite Series 2 Core controller should be noticeably nicer to use, and when you're trying to get through a very long RPG, that really matters anyway.
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