Where the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 really shines is in its software and performance improvements. The Series 2 provides you with more customization options then ever, but this time it goes right down to system level. Again, this is massive for many genres and in particular in shooters, where any saving in how long it takes to start firing could win you a gunfight. Whilst we will do everything we can to meet the delivery times above, there may be factors outside of our control and we cannot guarantee delivery within this time frame. Isle of Man, Isle of Wight, Northern Ireland and the Scottish Highlands) may take longer to reach you. Compatible with select devices and operating system versions. Some functionality not supported on Android, iOS, or via Bluetooth. Go to xbox.com/controller-compatibility for more information. Button mapping available via Xbox Accessories app for Xbox Series X, Xbox One, and Windows 10.

Since Xbox Design Lab debuted in 2016, the number one fan request has been to include Elite controllers in our unique customization program to empower further personalization of that premium experience. Today we’re announcing that coming this holiday, you will be able to do just that when we bring Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 to Xbox Design Lab! We’re excited to bring more choices to gamers around the world and can’t wait to see how fans reimagine what it is to be Elite.

Both controllers also have wraparound rubber grips for more comfortable long playing sessions, and 40-hour battery life that you can charge up with an included braided USB-C cable. You're concerned about its durability, given that its predecessor had many construction and quality issues. The truth is, we simply won't know what this thing will look like in six months without a time machine. It would be easier if Microsoft would be more transparent about the issues with the first Elite controllers, but that would mean admitting liability for defective units. The Elite Controller Series 2 Core adds a ton of features you don’t get with Microsoft’s standard controller, including profiles, better grips, button remapping, and adjustable triggers. However, you lose out on some of what the hardware can do by not getting the bundled accessory kit, which comes with the full-priced Elite Series 2 kit. The rear-facing paddle button connectors are useless unless you spend more on accessories, and it’s pointless to have removable buttons when you don’t have the alternative controls.

Today we are excited to build on that legacy with the announcement of the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 – Core in white. It’s designed to meet the core needs of today’s competitive gamers, putting exceptional performance, customization, and durability where it matters most — in your hands. We are giving fans more choice than ever before with two Elite controllers to meet your needs: If the Xbox Elite Controller Series 2 Core included the paddles, I feel like it would be a far better value proposition than they're offering right now. To omit a huge amount of this product's core functionality of the box (and accessibility value, I might add) into a separate product seems like the wrong decision at best. That being said, there's no denying that this is a superior Xbox controller regardless, with the added configurability, and that monstrous battery life that I love oh so much. This is great for precision aiming or looser steering and can make a big difference while you play. The ultimate test of this product's viability is whether or not it truly has improved on the construction side somehow. Right now, there's no indication that it has been improved upon. The claims of "re-engineered" components seems to marketing rather than substance, given that teardowns of the product seem to confirm that nothing internally has actually changed here — although it's certainly possible there's some minute engineering nuances that are being missed in said teardowns. With the launch of the original Xbox Elite controller in 2015, we wanted to give gamers a new way to play at their full potential. We developed a premium gaming controller that offered unparalleled levels of customization to allow you to play with a specific setup that works best for you.Also included on both controllers are trigger stop switches - a small toggle between three levels for each trigger that lets you choose how far you have to press it to actually input the button press. We’ve heard players loud and clear and have continued to improve Elite Series 2 controllers to be more reliable than ever before with refined components that are built to last. For added peace of mind, Elite Series 2 controllers come with Microsoft’s 1-year limited warranty 2. The best part is that Elite Series 2 controllers are designed to be fully customizable, so you can play with a specific setup that works best for you.