Microsoft announces Xbox Elite wireless controller for hardcore gamers

Microsoft has announced a new wireless controller for the Xbox One and Windows 10 aimed at the hardcore gamer.

The new Elite wireless controller costs $150 and the controller has swappable components meaning you can switch the D-pad for a joystick, and more.

Among the new features are four interchangeable paddles on the back side, Hair Trigger Locks for precise control in shooters and a textured rolling pad. The four paddles are customizable allowing you to remap as you choose

Microsoft will also release a new app to help gamers remap their controllers.

Get your new controller here: Microsoft

Written by: Andre Yoskowitz @ 15 Jun 2015 22:18

bobiroc

Hardcore and rich gamer it seems.

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15.6.2015 22:21 #1

DXR88

Originally posted by bobiroc: Hardcore and rich gamer it seems. Elite=/=Rich Snob, because somewhere along the line people started confusing rich snobs with highly skilled.

16.6.2015 03:52 #2

bobiroc

Originally posted by DXR88: Originally posted by bobiroc: Hardcore and rich gamer it seems. Elite=/=Rich Snob, because somewhere along the line people started confusing rich snobs with highly skilled. No you misunderstand.. I am just saying that the controller is expensive. In other words being a hardcore gamer does not usually go alongside with makes a lot of money. I game a lot and consider myself a hardcore gamer but I have a budget and $150 for a controller does not fit into that budget

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16.6.2015 10:27 #3

pcrazy99

Looks cool. I'll probably get one.

16.6.2015 15:17 #4

hearme0

150! Pffft! This won't sell a whole Helluva lot.

Guarantee that 9 months to a year down the road, this will be 79.99

What a rip!

16.6.2015 19:51 #5

DXR88

Originally posted by bobiroc: Originally posted by DXR88: Originally posted by bobiroc: Hardcore and rich gamer it seems. Elite=/=Rich Snob, because somewhere along the line people started confusing rich snobs with highly skilled. No you misunderstand.. I am just saying that the controller is expensive. In other words being a hardcore gamer does not usually go alongside with makes a lot of money. I game a lot and consider myself a hardcore gamer but I have a budget and $150 for a controller does not fit into that budget That's precisely my point, this isn't a controller geared for the Elite Gamer. its geared for the gamer who has to much money, or is irresponsible with there money.

I bet there isn't even $50 dollars worth of components in this thing.

17.6.2015 05:35 #6

bobiroc

Originally posted by DXR88: Originally posted by bobiroc: Originally posted by DXR88: Originally posted by bobiroc: Hardcore and rich gamer it seems. Elite=/=Rich Snob, because somewhere along the line people started confusing rich snobs with highly skilled. No you misunderstand.. I am just saying that the controller is expensive. In other words being a hardcore gamer does not usually go alongside with makes a lot of money. I game a lot and consider myself a hardcore gamer but I have a budget and $150 for a controller does not fit into that budget That's precisely my point, this isn't a controller geared for the Elite Gamer. its geared for the gamer who has to much money, or is irresponsible with there money.

I bet there isn't even $50 dollars worth of components in this thing. Oh.. so it is I that misunderstood you.. My apologies

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17.6.2015 09:20 #7

leemoo

Hair trigger locks?! So is that not like a cheat then for games? Or I misunderstanding that part?

18.6.2015 11:33 #8

8686

Way too much money. I don't really feel like there is much improvement that needs to be done with the controller. Except that the R1 & L1 buttons should be moved. Touching them with my finger tips is way too awkward.

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18.6.2015 15:33 #9

DXR88

Originally posted by leemoo: Hair trigger locks?! So is that not like a cheat then for games? Or I misunderstanding that part? Hair Triggers are more pain than they're worth for both gaming and guns.

the way its worded does sound a bit rapidfire-ish, but i doubt it.

18.6.2015 18:27 #10

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