Meet the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2, Over 30 New Ways to Play like a Pro
Having parted with a good bit of coin for the original and being extremely happy with it, despite the niggles, I was beginning to wonder if we would see a series 2 for this generation.
E32019 has been and gone and here it is. So many options, grips that wrap all the way around and available for pre order now!
Check out the details below from Xbox and let us know if you're thinking of picking on up.
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With
the launch of the original Xbox Elite Wireless Controller in 2015, we wanted to
give gamers a new way to play at their full potential. Through partnering with
members of the gaming community, we developed a premium gaming controller that
offered levels of customization which surpassed any previous Xbox controller.
In the last four years, the response from fans around the innovative features
in the Elite controller has been incredibly positive, and we have learned a lot
about how our most passionate gamers play. We’ve applied those learnings toward
the newest member of the Xbox accessories family, available for pre-order today
–the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2.
The
World’s Most Advanced Controller
Making
Elite Series 2 the world’s most advanced controller ever was our guiding light
throughout the process. Compatible with Xbox One consoles, Windows PCs, and
other platforms that support the Xbox controller family, the new controller
includes over 30 new and improved features focused on what our fans care about
most:
- Unmatched performance.
The Elite Series 2 builds upon learnings from the original Elite
Controller and provides a cutting-edge gaming controller experience unlike
anything else on the market today. A brand-new feature that comes with the
Elite Series 2 is adjustable-tension thumbsticks. You can choose between
three different resistance settings, including options to match the same
thumbstick resistance as Xbox 360 or standard Xbox One controllers. The
new controller also comes with an additional, shorter hair trigger lock
setting where the trigger pull distance is shorter than ever, helping you
fire faster. The controller now automatically recognizes adjustments
to the hair trigger locks, so you won’t need to make changes in the Xbox
Accessories app each time you change the trigger locks. Additionally, new
wrap-around rubberized grips extend to the top of the controller for more
control and comfort.
- More ways to customize. The Elite Series 2 comes with new interchangeable
thumbsticks and paddle shapes, so you can better tailor the controller to
your gaming preferences. You can now save up to 3 custom profiles on the
controller and instantly switch between them and a default profile with
the dedicated Profile button. New LED lights on the top of the controller
indicate which profile is selected. The updated Xbox Accessories app*
provides the Elite Series 2 with limitless customization for remapping
buttons, triggers, bumpers, and paddles – this includes new features like
remapping voice commands (‘record that’, ‘take a screenshot’ etc.) to
buttons. You also get more choice in how you connect your Elite Series 2
to your devices, including Xbox Wireless, Bluetooth, and USB-C.
- Designed for extended gameplay and durability. For the first time ever, we’ve included a built-in
rechargeable battery with up to 40 hours of battery life per
charge. Our long-life battery is designed to operate at its full
capacity for years of use. The controller comes with a USB-C cable and
charging dock, giving you multiple options for charging your
controller. The Elite Series 2 is built to last with re-engineered
components including the bumpers, thumbsticks, and grip material for
improved resilience. We developed new firmware to automatically
calibrate thumbsticks for improved dead zone control. There’s also a
premium carrying case for added protection.
What’s
in The Box
The
Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 comes with premium components including
a carrying case, set of 6 thumbsticks (2 standard, 2 classic, 1 tall, 1 wide
dome), set of 4 paddles (2 medium, 2 mini), set of 2 D-pads (standard and
faceted), thumbstick-adjustment tool, charging dock for in-case or out-of-case
charging, and braided USB-C cable.
When,
Where, and How to Buy
The
Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 will be available in Australia from
November 4th 2019. The Elite Series 2 will retail for $249.95 AUD
MSRP and is available for pre-order now at EB Games, JB HiFi and Microsoft
Store.
We’re
excited to bring the Elite Series 2 to gamers around the world and look forward
to hearing your feedback. Visit Xbox.com or your local retailer,
including Microsoft
Store, for more information.
*Certain
features, such as profile creation and button remapping, require the Xbox
Accessories app on Xbox One or Windows 10.
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