A fancier controller that’s a bit simpler on the price range

Xbox is including a brand new variant to its line of Elite Sequence 2 controllers. For these in search of one thing a bit extra easy and a bit cheaper, the Xbox Elite Sequence 2 Core controller is on its approach.

The Elite Sequence 2 has been well-liked, alongside its predecessor. However at $179.99 MSRP, additionally it is a bit hefty within the price ticket. That’s the place the Core is available in.

The brand new Xbox Elite Sequence 2 Core controller has the “important” parts of an Elite Sequence 2, with fewer bells and whistles. There’s nonetheless adjustable rigidity on the thumbsticks, a rubberized grip, and hair set off locks. Button remapping can also be absolutely out there via the Xbox Equipment app. And it is available in at $129.99 MSRP, a full $50 cheaper.

So what are the important thing variations? Nicely, the Core doesn’t include a particular charging dock. No units of paddles, extra thumbsticks, normal D-pad, or carrying case both.

With the Core, you simply get the controller, the USB-C cable, and a thumbstick adjustment device. You possibly can see the comparability beneath, through Xbox:

Elite design, within the lab

So actually, the Xbox Elite Sequence 2 Core controller is a less expensive controller with fewer customization choices. It nonetheless has a bunch of the on-board options although, like customized profiles. And 40 hours of rechargeable battery life feels fairly dang good for any controller.

If you find yourself deciding you need to improve later, Microsoft can also be promoting the bonus parts in a separate package deal. Pre-orders for the Core controller are dwell right here, and anticipated to launch on September 20.

So for those who’ve been on the fence about an Elite controller, this may be sufficient to get you over to making an attempt one out. Or, if you wish to go the additional mile, Xbox Elite Sequence 2 controllers are additionally coming to the Design Lab for this vacation season. Time to lastly construct the ridiculous, colourful, costly controller of desires.